The reboot of the 1996 film Twisters seems to be off to a promising start, earning around $7 million in preview sales from both Imax/PLF showtimes and early previews. The film, starring Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar Jones, has garnered positive reviews, with a 78% critics score and an impressive 94% audience score on Rotten
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The recent volatility in U.S. and Asian chip stocks has been largely driven by concerns over tighter curbs on exports of advanced chip technology to China. This article will delve into the impact of these trade concerns on the performance of chip stocks in different regions. The Philadelphia semiconductor index experienced choppy trading, opening up
The recent reports of the U.S. considering tighter export restrictions have sent shockwaves through the chip stocks in Asia. This news has led to a tech selloff on Wall Street, resulting in a significant drop in the share prices of major chip companies in the region. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, the world’s largest chip supplier,
India’s film industry is buzzing with excitement as the sci-fi film Kalki 2898 AD has emerged as the highest-grossing film for the first half of 2024. Starring industry legends like Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Prabhas, the movie raked in an impressive $92.3M at the local box office. This success has not only brought accolades
The market saw a notable decline in chip stocks in premarket trading, with some of the largest semiconductor companies like Nvidia, Taiwan Semiconductor, and AMD all experiencing drops in their stock prices. This was attributed to a Bloomberg News report suggesting that the Biden Administration is considering imposing stricter trade restrictions due to concerns about
Morgan Stanley recently reported second-quarter earnings that exceeded analysts’ expectations. The company’s profit and revenue outperformed estimates, with earnings coming in at $1.82 per share compared to the estimated $1.65 per share. Revenue also surpassed expectations, reaching $15.02 billion as opposed to the projected $14.3 billion. The bank attributed its success to stronger-than-expected results in
The health care insurance sector saw a positive uptick in midday trading, with companies like Humana and UnitedHealth Group gaining around 1% each. The increased likelihood of a Donald Trump victory in the upcoming presidential election has raised hopes of fewer cost pressures in the industry. Wolfe Research has also identified Humana as a potential
RBC Capital analysts are expressing caution in light of the weak CPI print from last week. They believe that this could have negative implications for stocks moving forward. The upcoming 2Q24 reporting season is seen as a critical test for the market, especially in relation to the rotation trade that appeared to gain traction in
The recent attack on U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump has sent shockwaves through global markets, with investors adjusting their strategies in response to the increased likelihood of his victory. U.S. bond futures have slipped, while the dollar has strengthened, reflecting a growing concern over the potential implications of a Trump presidency. The market has historically
In the world of investing, dividend-paying stocks can be a valuable asset to enhance your portfolio returns, especially during uncertain and shaky markets. One such dividend stock that has caught the attention of Wall Street experts is Northern Oil and Gas (NOG). This company is involved in the acquisition, exploration, and production of oil and
Following the aftermath of the pandemic, Wall Street banks have reported a significant increase in deal flow and investment banking activity in their quarterly earnings reports. Major U.S. banks such as Citigroup, JPMorgan, and Wells Fargo have all witnessed a surge in investment banking revenue, signaling a healthier pipeline for deals in the market. Merger
Investors in the U.S. stock market are facing a period of uncertainty as inflation shows signs of cooling. Despite softer-than-expected inflation readings for June, concerns about growth cooling persist. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) grew at a slower rate than anticipated, with headline CPI increasing by 3% year-on-year and core CPI growing by 3.3%. As
Intuit, the parent company of TurboTax, recently faced a setback in midday trading as its shares fell by nearly 4%. This decline was a result of the company’s decision to cut 1,800 jobs, representing about 10% of its workforce. The move came as Intuit seeks to increase investments in artificial intelligence. However, it also announced
Volkswagen issued a warning that it may have to close the Brussels site of its luxury brand Audi due to a significant decrease in demand for high-end electric cars. This drop in demand has particularly affected Europe’s top carmaker, leading to a revision of the margin target for the current year. The last time Volkswagen