In the world of cryptocurrency investing, the practice of “HODLing” has long been celebrated as a way to weather the storm of extreme price fluctuations. However, with the rise of exchange traded funds (ETFs) that track bitcoin’s price, the traditional strategy of simply holding on may be losing its appeal. As more traditional investors enter
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The U.S. economy generated about 272,000 jobs in May, significantly surpassing analysts’ expectations of 185,000. This unexpected surge in job creation led to concerns among investors that the Federal Reserve may delay interest rate cuts. As a result, the benchmark S&P 500 experienced fluctuations in the immediate aftermath of the report, with U.S. Treasury yields
In December 2023, the prevailing sentiment in the market was that there would be a series of rate cuts in 2024. However, Scott Kleinman, the Co-President of Apollo Asset Management, had a different perspective. He made a contrarian call by betting against any rate cuts in the upcoming year. This decision has proven to be
Financial technology startup Nium recently announced a $50 million fundraising round, with plans to go public within the next 18 months. The round was led by a Southeast Asian sovereign wealth fund and supported by venture capital firms BOND, NewView Capital, and Tribe Capital. Despite the significant amount raised, Nium’s valuation now stands at $1.4
The Asian stock market experienced a boost on Wednesday. This was mirrored by a stable performance of the dollar amidst concerns about a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September. Despite this positive trend, apprehensions about a slowdown in the U.S. economy limited risk appetite among investors. In Asia, the focus was
As tumultuous markets continue to create uncertainty for investors, seeking out dividend-paying stocks can provide stability and reliable income. One such stock that stands out among Wall Street analysts is tech giant IBM. Despite announcing mixed first-quarter results, IBM’s earnings surpassed expectations, while revenue fell short due to macroeconomic challenges. In addition, the company recently
Dell Technologies saw its stock slide more than 16% after executives warned investors about further margin pressure in the coming years. While the company posted a first-quarter earnings beat on both the top and bottom line, the forecast of a roughly 150 basis point reduction in gross margin by 2025 caused concern among shareholders. On
In response to the escalating demand for artificial intelligence and its impact on energy consumption, Singapore has unveiled a green data center roadmap. This initiative is geared towards supporting the digital economy’s growth while addressing the strain on energy resources caused by the surge in AI and computing requirements. Senior Minister of State for Communications
The recent market activity has taken a toll on Salesforce, with shares plummeting over 14% after missing first-quarter revenue estimates. The company did manage to surpass adjusted earnings expectations, but its current-quarter guidance fell short on both top and bottom lines. This drop signifies the importance of meeting revenue projections in maintaining investor confidence. UiPath
Dick’s Sporting Goods reported a solid first quarter with substantial growth in comparable sales. The company exceeded analyst expectations, with earnings per share of $3.30 compared to an expected $2.95, and revenue of $3.02 billion versus an anticipated $2.94 billion. This strong performance led to a 5.3% increase in comparable sales, driven by higher transaction
The recent rise in bond yields has sent ripples of unease throughout the European stock markets. Investors are on edge as they anticipate the release of key inflation data, fearing that monetary policy may remain tighter for a longer period. This has led to a decline in the DAX index in Germany, the CAC 40
Pinduoduo (PDD) has emerged as a dominant player in China’s e-commerce landscape, beating out competitors such as Alibaba and JD.com. The company’s value-for-money positioning and the growth of its Temu marketplace have propelled it to the top spot in terms of market capitalization. With stellar first-quarter results and a surge in share value, PDD is
Semler Scientific, a relatively unknown medical technology company, made headlines recently as its shares experienced a significant surge in value. This sudden increase came after the company announced its decision to embrace bitcoin as its primary treasury reserve asset, following in the footsteps of industry giant MicroStrategy. Despite focusing on products related to the detection
In a strategic move to boost its international presence and attract a wider audience, Alibaba’s AliExpress has partnered with soccer legend David Beckham in its latest global brand ambassador agreement. This collaboration comes at a crucial time when Chinese e-commerce companies are eyeing rapid expansion beyond their borders to gain market share and visibility on