Category: Latest News
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HSBC’s High Profit & CEO Resignation, Santander’s 11% Profit Surge, and More in Earnings
HSBC (NYSE:HSBC) – Shares of HSBC advanced 3.7% in pre-market trading after revealing its first quarter results. With revenue of $20.8 billion, a 3% increase from the previous year, the bank reported a pre-tax profit of $12.65 billion, while net profit reached $10.84 billion. Basic earnings per share were $0.54. CEO Noel Quinn plans to…
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U.S. Stocks Finish Quiet Day Modestly Higher
Following the strong upward move seen last week, stocks managed to see further upside during trading on Monday. The major averages fluctuated over the course of the session but ended the day in positive territory. The Dow rose 146.43 points or 0.4 percent to 38389.09, the Nasdaq climbed 55.18 points or 0.4 percent to 15983.08…
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Bitcoin ETF Launch in Australia 2024, US User Ban by Wasabi Wallet, and More Crypto News
Australia prepares to launch Bitcoin ETFs in line with global trend Australia is aligning with other countries, such as the USA and Hong Kong, by planning to allow its citizens to invest in Bitcoin ETFs later this year. The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX:ASX) is considering approving its first offerings of spot Bitcoin ETFs, with companies…
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U.S. Stocks May See Further Upside In Early Trading
The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a modestly higher open on Monday, with stocks likely to see further upside following the rally to close out the previous week. Stocks may continue to benefit from the upward momentum seen last week, which came amid a positive reaction to upbeat tech earnings. Trading activity…
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U.S. Futures Rise in Pre-Market Trading Amid Key Federal Reserve Meeting and Earnings Week Ahead
U.S. index futures point to gains in pre-market trading on Monday, reflecting optimism after strong performances by the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite, which recorded their best week of gains since early November. Traders are focused on a week filled with corporate earnings releases and labor data, as well as the highly anticipated Federal Reserve…
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Philips Stocks Soar 47% Following US Deal, Tesla Bolsters Presence in China, and More News
Philips (NYSE:PHG) – Philips’ stock soared 47.1% in pre-market trading after announcing a $1.1 billion deal to resolve U.S. claims related to a respiratory device recall. Analysts consider the settlement far below expectations, eliminating uncertainties that impacted the market value. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), Baidu (NASDAQ:BIDU) – Tesla has overcome regulatory hurdles in China to launch its…
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U.S. Stocks Rally On Upbeat Tech Earnings
Stocks moved sharply higher during trading on Friday, largely offsetting the weakness seen during Thursday’s session. The major averages all moved to the upside on the day, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq leading the charge. The major averages pulled back off their best levels late in the day but remained firmly positive. The Nasdaq surged 316.14…
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ARK Invest Exits BITO ETF Position, Runes Generates $135 Million in 7-Day Fees, and More Crypto News
Bitcoin price stability challenges record ETF outflows Despite significant outflows totaling US$244.49 million from bitcoin ETFs this week, the price of Bitcoin has remained stable around US$64 thousand, showing a 1.01% increase over the last seven days. However, the correlation between bitcoin prices and ETF inflows has decreased, indicating a growing disconnect. Moreover, a substantial…
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Anglo American Rejects BHP Group’s Offer, Toyota Invests $1.4 Billion in Indiana, and More News
BHP Group (NYSE:BHP) – Anglo American has rejected BHP’s acquisition proposal of $38.88 billion, stating it significantly undervalues the company and its future prospects. The offer of £25.08 per share represented a 31% premium, but Anglo considered it opportunistic. BHP may need to increase its offer by May 22 for a successful deal. Toyota Motor…
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Exxon Mobil Net Profit Drops 28% to $8.22 Billion, Atlassian Surprises with Revenue Boost and Co-CEO Exit, and More in Earnings
Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) – Shares of Exxon Mobil are down 1.7% in pre-market trading after reporting first-quarter earnings below forecasts, affected by pressure on refining margins and falling natural gas prices. Earnings per share were $2.06, versus the expected $2.20. Revenue exceeded expectations, totaling $83.08 billion compared to the forecast of $78.35 billion. Net profit…