Recently, New Zealand’s central bank announced new rules that will limit how much housing finance lenders can provide for borrowers looking to take on high levels of debt relative to their incomes. This decision comes as policymakers aim to reduce default risk in the country’s volatile housing market. Implementation Date for the Rules According to
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Investing in the pharmaceutical industry has always been a risky venture, with constantly changing trends and advancements. However, Roundhill Investments’ recent move to launch the GLP-1 & Weight Loss ETF (OZEM) signifies a strong belief in the long-term potential of GLP-1 weight loss drugs. This ETF focuses on pairing established leaders like Eli Lilly and
Investors around the world are bracing themselves for a busy week ahead as they await key data releases that could have a significant impact on global financial markets. From Asia to Europe to the United States, market participants are closely monitoring various economic indicators that could shape the future trajectory of interest rates, inflation, and
Investors are currently facing concerns over inflation and the uncertainty surrounding Federal Reserve rate cuts, resulting in turbulent markets. However, amidst this volatility, long-term investors can benefit from the stock research provided by Wall Street analysts. One of the top picks by analysts is workplace management software maker Monday.com (MNDY). The company recently reported impressive
Boeing and NASA are pushing forward with plans to launch the Starliner capsule despite a recent leak in the spacecraft’s propulsion system. During a press conference, Boeing’s vice president Mark Nappi assured the public that the identified causes of the leak are manageable and do not pose a safety risk. The first crewed launch is
As the 2024 general elections in India approach, the initial opinion polls suggested a strong likelihood of the NDA, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, securing a third term with a significant majority. However, the actual progress through the first five phases of voting has raised doubts about these projections. Lower voter turnout, along with
Former Tesla board member, Steve Westly, raised concerns about Elon Musk’s divided focus and its impact on Tesla’s performance in the electric vehicle industry. Westly emphasized the importance of a CEO being laser-focused on their company’s operations, highlighting how Musk’s attention appears to be spread thin across various ventures such as SpaceX, X, Neuralink, and
The premarket trading session has seen companies like Nvidia, Super Micro Computer, and Advanced Micro Devices making impressive gains. Nvidia soared by 7.4% after announcing strong fiscal first-quarter results, better-than-expected guidance, and a 10-for-1 stock split. Similarly, Super Micro Computer and Advanced Micro Devices saw a jump of more than 5% and 3% respectively. These
Macy’s fiscal first-quarter earnings report surpassed Wall Street’s expectations. The department store operator highlighted early signs of momentum in its turnaround strategy. CEO Tony Spring mentioned that the company is in the “early innings” of turning around its namesake stores. By increasing investments in certain Macy’s stores, the company has seen a positive response from
According to a recent report from PwC, sectors that are embracing artificial intelligence are experiencing a significant boost in productivity compared to those that are not. The report reveals that professional and financial services, as well as information technology, have seen a productivity growth rate of 4.3% between 2018 and 2022. In contrast, sectors like
The CEO and co-founder of Navan, Ariel Cohen, has been diligently preparing the company for an eventual initial public offering this year. With recent adjustments to the leadership structure and board of directors, Navan is showing signs of maturity and readiness for the public markets. Rich Liu, an expert in scaling companies from seed to
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has recently launched Starlink satellite internet services in Indonesia, marking a significant step towards improving internet connectivity in remote areas of the country. The inauguration event, held at a community health center in Bali, highlighted Musk’s excitement in bringing internet services to regions that have limited or no connectivity. This move by
When looking at Ares Capital (ARCC), one can see that it is a company that focuses on providing financing solutions for small- and middle-market companies. The company recently declared a quarterly dividend of 48 cents per share with a dividend yield of 9.1%. The company’s core earnings per share slightly missed analysts’ estimates but the
Microsoft’s Build developer conference is set to kick off, providing a platform for the company to showcase its latest advancements in artificial intelligence. With CEO Satya Nadella hinting at AI becoming a significant part of every PC by 2024, Microsoft’s ownership of Windows gives it a unique edge in the realm of AI. The integration