This past week marked a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency markets as spot ether exchange-traded funds made their debut. Among the nine spot ether ETF applicants that received approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission, Franklin Templeton was one of them. The firm introduced the Franklin Ethereum ETF (EZET), which has experienced a 10% decrease
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The recent surge in the yen has caught the attention of traders and investors alike, with the currency poised for its strongest week in nearly three months. This unexpected turnaround comes after a period of weakness, during which the yen hit 38-year lows against the US dollar. The sudden shift in momentum can be attributed
Southwest Airlines recently announced a potential drop in unit revenue for the third quarter of the year. This decline is attributed to an oversupplied U.S. market, which has led airlines to discount tickets during a typically profitable period. The airline projected that unit revenue for the current quarter could decrease by as much as 2%
Imax recently reported a decrease in both revenue and profit for the last quarter. Sales fell by 9% to $89 million, but despite this decrease, the company managed to beat Wall Street estimates. The adjusted EBITDA was $31 million, down by 14%, and the adjusted earnings per share came in at 18 cents, compared to
In response to the surprise lowering of lending benchmarks to boost economic growth, five major state-owned Chinese banks have taken the initiative to cut deposit rates. Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), Agricultural Bank of China, China Construction Bank, Bank of China, and Bank of Communications have all announced varying reductions in their deposit
SK Hynix, a major memory chipmaker, recently announced its second-quarter results, showcasing impressive revenue and profit growth. The company reported a revenue of 16.42 trillion Korean won (approximately $11.86 billion) and an operating profit of 5.47 trillion Korean won. These figures represent a substantial increase from the same period last year and demonstrate the company’s
The recent tech sell-off has caught the attention of hedge fund manager Dan Niles, who views it as a sign that the trade is facing significant challenges. Niles pointed to Google parent Alphabet’s quarterly results as a key factor in highlighting investor impatience. Following the results, shares of Alphabet plummeted by 5%, prompting Niles to
ANZ Group recently disclosed that their investigations into bond sales, which are currently under regulatory scrutiny, have uncovered errors in data reporting. Despite these errors, the bank maintains that there is no evidence of market manipulation. The investigation aims to identify any irregularities in bond trading operations and hold accountable those responsible for any wrongdoing.
Recently, there has been a growing interest in the revival of the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Palo, Iowa, a nuclear plant that ceased operations in 2020 after 45 years of service. This move comes as demand for carbon-free energy is on the rise, amidst a historic surge in electricity consumption. NextEra Energy, the company
Chipotle Mexican Grill reported quarterly earnings and revenue that exceeded analysts’ expectations, showcasing a robust performance despite industry concerns. The company’s second-quarter net income increased to $455.7 million, or 33 cents per share, up from $341.8 million, or 25 cents per share, in the prior year. Chipotle’s profits were bolstered by price increases that helped
The job market in 2025 is showing signs of cooling down compared to the booming trends seen during the pandemic era. According to a new poll by WTW, a consulting firm, workers can expect a decrease in their annual raise for the upcoming year. The typical raise is projected to be 4.1% in 2025, down
AMC Entertainment, one of the largest theater chains in the world, reported a significant drop in revenue for the second quarter of the year. The company’s total revenues for the quarter ended June 30 decreased to just over $1 billion, down from $1.35.9 billion in the same period last year. The decline in revenue can
The recent lackluster quarterly results from Tesla and Alphabet have sent shockwaves through the tech-heavy Nasdaq, leading to an expected weak opening for Wall Street. Tesla experienced an 8.5% slump in premarket trading, potentially losing over $65 billion in market value after reporting its lowest profit margin in more than five years. Similarly, Google parent
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, recently posted a poll on social media platform X, seeking opinions on whether Tesla should invest $5 billion into his newest startup, xAI. This informal poll raised questions about the future of Tesla’s investments and the potential impact on the company’s financial stability. It also highlighted Musk’s ambitious goals