The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 40,000 for the first time ever on Friday, marking a significant milestone in the stock market. This achievement comes after a five-week win streak fueled by optimism surrounding potential rate cuts and mostly positive quarterly earnings reports from major corporations. At the end of the trading day at
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Asian stock markets have been on a rollercoaster ride recently, influenced by various economic data releases and geopolitical tensions. The recent soft consumer inflation readings in the US have led to speculation about interest rate cuts in 2024, creating a sense of optimism among investors. However, challenges from countries like China and Japan, coupled with
The U.S. stock index futures market showed relative stability on Wednesday, with minimal fluctuations in key indices such as the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq 100. Despite the calm trading environment, investors were eagerly awaiting the release of the monthly consumer price index (CPI) to gain insights into the Federal Reserve’s future monetary policy
A recent congressional trade report has shed light on an investment made by Scott H. Peters, a congress member representing California’s 50th congressional district. The transaction, which occurred on April 3, 2024, involved an investment in U.S Treasury Notes (NYSE:GS). According to the report filed with the Clerk of the House of Representatives on April
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. stands as a prominent player in the biopharmaceutical industry, with a strong strategic focus on novel therapeutic areas. The company’s financial performance is robust, with a market capitalization of $103.43 billion, showcasing a substantial industry presence. Additionally, Regeneron’s earnings per share (EPS) have shown an upward trajectory, with projections indicating continued growth.
Arm Holdings, a subsidiary of SoftBank Group, is set to make a groundbreaking move in the world of artificial intelligence (AI) chips. According to a report by Nikkei Asia, Arm plans to establish an AI chip division and launch its first products by 2025. Development and Timeline The UK-based company aims to have a prototype
France recently announced significant investments and job creation agreements with major companies such as Amazon, Pfizer, and Morgan Stanley. These developments come as the country prepares to host the annual ‘Choose France’ event, aimed at attracting foreign investments and boosting its economy. Amazon revealed plans to invest an additional 1.2 billion euros in France, with
SoftBank Group, a Japanese technology investor, is facing challenges as it is expected to report a net loss of 72 billion yen ($462.70 million) for the January-March quarter. This is a significant shift from the 985 billion yen net profit recorded in the previous three months. Despite the success of its core asset, Arm Holdings,
Most Asian stocks showed growth on Friday, following the positive momentum of Wall Street. However, Chinese stocks did not follow this trend as reports surfaced about new trade tariffs targeting the electric vehicles sector. This news caused China’s Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 and Shanghai Composite indexes to fall by about 0.5% each. The anticipation of
Huawei’s latest high-end phone, the Pura 70 Pro, has shown an increase in the use of Chinese suppliers in its components, indicating a significant step towards technology self-sufficiency in China. A teardown analysis conducted by online tech repair company iFixit and consultancy TechSearch International revealed a NAND memory chip likely packaged by Huawei’s in-house chip
The recent decision by U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration to pause a shipment of weapons to Israel has raised concerns over the possibility of an Israeli invasion of the southern Gaza city of Rafah. The move was made in an effort to prevent a full-scale assault by the Israelis against Rafah, where hundreds of thousands
The Asian stock markets experienced a surge on Tuesday, fueled by the optimism surrounding a potential decline in U.S. interest rates. The indexes in Japan and South Korea outperformed their peers, setting the tone for a positive trading day. Investors were eagerly awaiting the Reserve Bank of Australia meeting to gauge the central bank’s stance
In a move to resolve a reputational crisis that has plagued the airline, Qantas Airways has agreed to pay A$120 million ($79 million) to settle a lawsuit brought by regulators over the sale of tickets for flights that had already been cancelled. The settlement includes a payment of A$20 million to more than 86,000 affected
U.S. stock index futures saw an increase in evening trading following a session on Wall Street. The weaker-than-expected labor data sparked optimism among investors, leading to speculation about a potential rate cut in September. The positive sentiment was further bolstered by strong earnings reports, particularly from tech giant Apple Inc. The release of softer-than-expected nonfarm