The arthouse market is currently experiencing a surge in exciting and unique films that are attracting both critical acclaim and audience attention. One of the most recent releases, “Kinds Of Kindness” directed by Yorgos Lanthimos and starring Emma Stone, is creating quite a buzz. This film is expected to have the best limited opening of
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At the midway point of the year, optimism is soaring on Wall Street. According to the recent global fund manager survey from Bank of America Securities, investors are exuding the most bullish sentiment since November 2021. Not only are they not anticipating a recession, they are also showing a strong preference for equities, especially the
European stock markets showed resilience as they rose despite ongoing political turmoil in the region. The DAX index in Germany traded 0.6% higher, the CAC 40 in France rose 0.6%, and the FTSE 100 in the U.K. climbed 0.5%. This positive trend comes after a turbulent period that saw right-wing parties making gains in the
The upcoming week in Asian markets is set to kick off with the monthly Chinese ‘data dump’, providing investors with crucial insights into the state of the world’s second-largest economy. While recent indicators such as producer and consumer prices have pointed towards looming deflationary risks, a closer look at retail sales, business investment, industrial production,
Disney and Pixar have faced challenges in regaining their foothold at the box office following the pandemic. The decision to release animated features directly on Disney+ caused a shift in audience behavior towards streaming platforms. This move impacted the traditional theatrical experience, as parents became accustomed to seeking out new Disney content from the comfort
The U.S. retail sector is currently facing challenges due to elevated interest rates, which have put pressure on many companies within the industry. While the S&P 500 Consumer Discretionary Distribution & Retail index has managed to stay relatively in-line with the overall market performance, the sector’s gains have been largely driven by a select few
Indonesia’s President-elect Prabowo Subianto has been at the center of controversy regarding the country’s public debt and its impact on the economy. With contrasting reports surfacing about his plans to increase Indonesia’s debt-to-GDP ratio to 50%, it is essential to analyze the potential consequences of such fiscal decisions. Denial of Debt Increase Contrary to reports
The latest research by Goldman Sachs economists has shed light on the potential consequences of U.S. immigration policies following the upcoming election. In 2020, net immigration to the U.S. soared to approximately 2.5 million individuals, significantly bolstering labor force and GDP growth, while also helping to mitigate wage pressures. Looking ahead to 2024, Goldman Sachs
Despite the European Union’s anti-subsidy probe into Chinese-made electric vehicles, Chinese automakers remain resolute in their plans to invest in Europe. Cui Dongshu, the secretary general of the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA), emphasized that Chinese enterprises will continue to pursue opportunities in Europe and integrate into local markets. The EU’s allegations of unfair state
The European Union has been taking steps to address the issue of low-priced, subsidized imports of Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). While the standard duty on imported EVs is 10%, the EU is expected to increase this rate for Chinese EVs starting July 4. Analysts have predicted that the tariff rate could potentially be raised to
With the recent surprising election results, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been sworn in for a third term, backed by the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Despite the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) not securing a majority on its own, the NDA coalition garnered a total of 293 seats in parliament, paving the way for Modi to
As per Jefferies’ latest report, the expected expansion of EBIT margins for IT companies in FY25 may not be as promising as initially anticipated. While there is hope for a substantial improvement in Tech Mahindra, other IT firms may only see a modest rise in margins. The report points out several challenges that could hinder
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
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