The former head of the People’s Bank of China, Yi Gang, emphasized the importance of focusing on boosting domestic demand in China during the Bund Summit in Shanghai. He highlighted the need to address deflationary pressures by improving domestic demand and effectively managing challenges such as the real estate market and local government debt issues.
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The Asian market remained cautious on Friday as investors awaited the release of the U.S. jobs data, which would potentially influence the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rate cuts. The dollar struggled while Asian shares held steady, with oil prices facing their worst week in over a year. The outcome of the jobs report was
As reported by Lucia Mutikani for Reuters, the latest data on jobless claims in the United States offers a glimmer of hope amidst fears of an economic downturn. The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits decreased, indicating that layoffs remain low. This positive trend could potentially allay concerns about the health of
As we delve into the world of stock trading and investment trends, it is crucial to observe the performance of different companies and sectors. One such example is Broadcom, a tech giant that has been making waves in the industry. With a significant presence in the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH), Broadcom holds the title of
The first weekend of The Roommate, a new play by Jen Silverman, drew in crowds eager to see legends Patti LuPone and Mia Farrow on stage at the Booth Theatre. The play, which explores the dynamics of intimacy between two very different women, had an impressive start with over 100% capacity and a gross of
The global stock market took a hit with a heavy decline in technology names and concerns about the global growth outlook driving investors away from risky assets. Stock benchmarks in Tokyo and Taipei led the slump in Asia, each falling more than 3%, while MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was down by
Tiger 21, a network of ultra-high-net-worth investors and entrepreneurs, recently released a second-quarter asset allocation report that raised eyebrows regarding their investment stance towards chip giant Nvidia. Surprisingly, more than half of Tiger 21’s members have chosen not to invest in Nvidia, citing various reasons for their decision. This article delves into the concerns of
Asia’s semiconductor stocks experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday morning, following Nvidia’s steep decline in the U.S. The U.S. chipmaker, Nvidia, saw its shares plummet more than 9% during regular trading, causing a ripple effect in the semiconductor industry worldwide. This drop in Nvidia’s stock price led to a broader sell-off in semiconductor stocks on
The fall box office season is looking brighter than ever with the highly anticipated release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Warner Bros. is set to make up for their string of summer flops with the Tim Burton-directed sequel that is already generating buzz. The movie is eyeing a global start with estimates as high as $145 million,
Steph Curry, the four-time NBA champion, is already looking towards his future beyond the basketball court. In a recent interview with CNBC’s “Squawk on the Street,” the 10-time NBA All-Star discussed his plans for the rest of his basketball career, as well as his various business ventures and goals for after his playing days come
The European Central Bank (ECB) is currently facing a heated internal debate among policymakers regarding the outlook for growth in the Eurozone. This conflicting narrative has created a rift that is likely to influence the ongoing rate cut discussions, with some members expressing concerns about a potential recession while others are more focused on the
Volkswagen, Europe’s top carmaker, is currently facing mounting price pressure from Asian rivals which may lead the company to considering closing factories in Germany for the first time. This move would mark the first major clash between Chief Executive Oliver Blume and the influential unions at VW. The executive board’s plans have been met with
Recent data suggests that Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is likely to keep its key interest rate steady as the country’s economic growth remains robust and inflation is under control. Despite the current inflation rate of 2.0%, BNM has successfully kept it in check. Additionally, the Malaysian ringgit has shown signs of strength, transitioning from one
Russia’s trade with India has experienced a significant growth, nearly doubling to $65 billion in 2023. The increase in trade can be attributed to India becoming a major importer of Russian oil after Western sanctions were imposed over a conflict in Ukraine. This surge in trade has led to a booming bilateral relationship between the