Business sentiment among big Japanese non-manufacturers improved to a more than three-decade high in the first quarter, as shown by a recent central bank survey. This is a positive sign that domestic demand may support the country’s fragile economic recovery. However, the survey also revealed that big manufacturers’ sentiment soured for the first time in
Samsung is considering incorporating generative artificial intelligence technology into its voice assistant Bixby, according to a senior executive within the company. This move aims to make Samsung devices more appealing to users and to keep up with the advancements in AI technology. Bixby was launched in 2017 with the Samsung Galaxy S8 smartphone, offering various
The latest data suggests that the Federal Reserve may have new incentives to further cut rates in the second quarter of this year. According to Canaccord Genuity’s Tony Dwyer, factors such as a deteriorating jobs market and easing inflation could compel the Fed to take more aggressive action in the coming months. Dwyer believes that
In a refreshing turn of events, the specialty market has seen a mix of films from various genres making waves. From Hollywood blockbusters to Tollywood and Bollywood films, the box office has been abuzz with a diverse range of offerings. The success of films like Late Night With The Devil, Tillu Square, and Crew showcases
Following the tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore’s harbor, Governor Wes Moore has called for bipartisan cooperation to approve the federal funding required for the reconstruction of the bridge. The collapse, which resulted in the death of six road workers, has not only hindered the operations of the Port of Baltimore
Israel’s central bank chief, Amir Yaron, has called on the government to enact responsible fiscal policy in order to offset any further expansion in the military budget. The recent approval of an amended 2024 state budget that added funds for Israel’s conflict with Hamas in Gaza has raised concerns about fiscal responsibility. Yaron highlighted the
The U.S. stock market experienced a strong performance in the first quarter of 2024, but concerns are rising due to potential interest rate cuts and the upcoming U.S. elections. Wall Street analysts are focusing on companies with strong fundamentals that have the potential to deliver attractive returns in the long term. Micron Technology, a memory
Domino’s Pizza’s China operator, DPC Dash, has reported impressive growth figures, with 26 consecutive quarters of same-store sales growth including during the pandemic period. The revenue in 2023 exceeded 3.05 billion yuan, marking a significant increase from previous years, while net losses have narrowed substantially. Analysts at HSBC are optimistic about the company’s future profitability,
Uber Technologies Inc. is a company that has captured the attention of Wall Street analysts with its global presence in Mobility and Delivery services. The company is currently focused on expanding its non-UberX products and gaining market share across various new verticals. Uber’s platform offers users a variety of services, including ride-hailing, food delivery, and
The collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge has resulted in a complex and challenging recovery effort that involves the removal of debris from the Patapsco River and the reopening of the city’s blocked port. Salvage crews are working diligently to lift the first piece of the collapsed bridge to facilitate access to the disaster
Japanese health officials conducted a search at a Kobayashi Pharmaceutical factory in Osaka after the company reported five deaths possibly linked to dietary supplements containing red yeast rice. The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare collaborated with the City of Osaka to inspect the factory where the supplements, suspected of causing health issues, were manufactured.
AT&T recently made headlines for a data breach incident that occurred two weeks ago, resulting in the exposure of millions of customers’ data on the dark web. The company is currently conducting an investigation to get to the bottom of this security breach. The impact of this breach is significant, with 7.6 million current users
Cryptocurrency expert and hedge fund manager, Mark Yusko, has made a bold prediction regarding the future of Bitcoin. Yusko believes that Bitcoin will more than double this year, reaching an impressive $150,000. This prediction comes as Bitcoin continues to gain momentum in the financial world, with more and more investors becoming interested in this digital
The recent concert hall attack near Moscow, which resulted in the deaths of dozens of people, has had significant repercussions. Notably, there has been a surge of migrant workers leaving Russia for Tajikistan in the aftermath of the tragic event. This mass exodus is fueled by fear, panic, and a desire to escape the escalating