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Surprise vote tally on UK interest rates
Surprise vote tally on UK interest rates
Sep 18, 2025
The Bank of England on Thursday published the voting details on UK interest rates at the conclusion of its September 18 meeting, showing seven members voted to keep rates unchanged, while two members voted in favor of a 25-basis-point cut. The outcome diverged from market expectations, which had pointed to an 81 split in favor of holding rates steady. This...
Fed cuts interest rates by 25 basis points
Fed cuts interest rates by 25 basis points
Sep 17, 2025
The US Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday its decision to cut the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, from 4.50% to 4.25%, in a move that was broadly in line with market expectations. ...
Kiwi backs off seven-week high after steep GDP contraction
Kiwi backs off seven-week high after steep GDP contraction
Sep 18, 2025
The New Zealand dollar fell broadly in Asian trading on Thursday against a basket of major and minor currencies, extending its losses for the second consecutive day against the US dollar, retreating from a seven-week high amid accelerating correction and profit-taking, in addition to the continued recovery of the greenback from multi-year lows. Data released in New Zealand showed a...
Will the AI boom fuel new investments in geothermal energy?
Will the AI boom fuel new investments in geothermal energy?
Sep 17, 2025
The massive surge in energy demand from data centers is driving an all options on the table approach to energy security. The AI boom is pushing investments toward alternative energy sources that were previously overlooked and underfunded, including geothermal energy. While this carbon-free source currently makes up just 0.4% of the US energy mix, many experts believe it is poised...
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Sector Update: Financial
Sector Update: Financial
Mar 6, 2025
08:57 AM EST, 03/06/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Financial stocks leaned lower premarket Thursday with the Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLF) recently declining by nearly 1%. The Direxion Daily Financial Bull 3X Shares (FAS) was down 2.8% and its bearish counterpart Direxion Daily Financial Bear 3X Shares (FAZ) was 3% higher. Marex Group ( MRX ) shares were up neraly...
Sector Update: Health Care
Sector Update: Health Care
Mar 6, 2025
08:54 AM EST, 03/06/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Health care stocks were steady premarket Thursday as the Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLV) and iShares Biotechnology ETF (IBB) were recently inactive. BrightSpring Health Services ( BTSG ) shares advanced by over 5% after the company reported higher Q4 adjusted earnings and revenue. The company also raised its 2025 revenue outlook....
Trade Jitters Weigh on US Equity Futures Pre-Bell
Trade Jitters Weigh on US Equity Futures Pre-Bell
Mar 6, 2025
08:13 AM EST, 03/06/2025 (MT Newswires) -- US equity futures were lower Thursday as traders monitored the evolving trade policies out of the White House. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures fell 0.9%, S&P 500 futures dropped 1.2%, and Nasdaq futures were down 1.4%. President Donald Trump's new tariffs on the country's top three trading partners took effect this week....
Exchange-Traded Funds, Equity Futures Lower Pre-Bell Thursday Amid Trade Policy Uncertainty
Exchange-Traded Funds, Equity Futures Lower Pre-Bell Thursday Amid Trade Policy Uncertainty
Mar 6, 2025
08:12 AM EST, 03/06/2025 (MT Newswires) -- The broad market exchange-traded fund SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust ( SPY ) was down 1.1% and the actively traded Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) was 1.4% lower in Thursday's premarket activity as lingering tariff uncertainties dampened investor sentiment. US stock futures were also lower, with S&P 500 Index futures down 1.1%, Dow Jones...
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Agilysys Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (5 Ratings)
Agilysys Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (5 Ratings)
Apr 9, 2025
In the latest quarter, 5 analysts provided ratings for Agilysys ( AGYS ) , showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives. The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 3 2...
Social Security abandons phone service cuts after backlash
Social Security abandons phone service cuts after backlash
Apr 9, 2025
(Reuters) - The U.S. Social Security Administration abandoned plans to end phone services for retirees that would have started on Monday, following a growing outcry from advocates who warned that the changes could cause chaos and further strain the agency. The agency, which pays out $1.4 trillion in benefits to 73 million Americans annually, said on Wednesday it would allow...
US importers, whip-sawed by tariff uncertainty, move to sidelines
US importers, whip-sawed by tariff uncertainty, move to sidelines
Apr 9, 2025
April 9 (Reuters) - So many U.S. companies rushed in goods to avoid President Donald Trump's many threatened tariffs that imports soared to near-record levels in recent weeks. Now, retailers and other importers are hitting the brakes, awaiting clarity on where the new duties will land. U.S. import bookings on massive container ships dropped 64% from the period of March...
Beyond The Numbers: 14 Analysts Discuss Freshworks Stock
Beyond The Numbers: 14 Analysts Discuss Freshworks Stock
Apr 9, 2025
Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 14 analysts have published ratings on Freshworks ( FRSH ) in the last three months. The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total...
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Nevada King Gold Raising $11 Million in a Fully Allocated Private Placement of Shares
Nevada King Gold Raising $11 Million in a Fully Allocated Private Placement of Shares
Apr 7, 2025
04:40 PM EDT, 04/07/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Nevada King Gold ( NKGFF ) after close of trade Monday said it is raising $11 million in a fully allocated private placement of shares. The company said it is placing 44-million priced at $0.25 each in the financing, which is expected to close on or about April 22. Chief Excecutive Collin Kettell...
Levi Strauss Q1 Adjusted EPS, Net Revenue Increase
Levi Strauss Q1 Adjusted EPS, Net Revenue Increase
Apr 7, 2025
04:41 PM EDT, 04/07/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Levi Strauss (LEVI) reported Q1 adjusted earnings Monday of $0.38 per diluted share, up from $0.25 a year earlier. Analysts polled by FactSet expected $0.28. Net revenue for the quarter ended March 2 was $1.53 billion, up from $1.48 billion a year earlier. Analysts surveyed by FactSet expected $1.54 billion. The firm said...
Broadcom Approves $10 Billion Share Repurchase Program
Broadcom Approves $10 Billion Share Repurchase Program
Apr 7, 2025
04:40 PM EDT, 04/07/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Broadcom ( AVGO ) said Monday its board authorized a share repurchase program to buy back up to $10 billion of common shares. The repurchase program will run through Dec. 31, according to the company. Shares of Broadcom ( AVGO ) were up 2.5% in after-hours activity. ...
Greenbrier Fiscal Q2 Earnings Rise, Revenue Falls; Fiscal 2025 Outlook Adjusted -- Shares Fall After Hours
Greenbrier Fiscal Q2 Earnings Rise, Revenue Falls; Fiscal 2025 Outlook Adjusted -- Shares Fall After Hours
Apr 7, 2025
04:43 PM EDT, 04/07/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Greenbrier (GBX) reported Monday fiscal Q2 earnings of $1.56 per diluted share, up from $1.03 a year earlier. Two analysts polled by FactSet expected $1.78. Revenue for the quarter ended Feb. 28 was $762.1 million, down from $862.7 million a year earlier. Two analysts surveyed by FactSet expected 898.5 million. The company adjusted...
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Donald Trump Embraced Crypto, and Crypto Embraced Him, Says Ripple CEO
Donald Trump Embraced Crypto, and Crypto Embraced Him, Says Ripple CEO
Dec 9, 2024
In an interview with the American television program 60 Minutes, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse acknowledged that the crypto community has embraced the United States President-elect Donald Trump. He made this statement when asked about Trump’s previous hostility to the crypto market. Recall that in 2021, the now-crypto-friendly politician labeled Bitcoin a scam. Was Trump Always Pro-Crypto? CBS journalist Margaret Brennan...
Pi Network (PI) News Recap December 9th
Pi Network (PI) News Recap December 9th
Dec 9, 2024
TL;DR Pi Network has surpassed 100 million app downloads, with 14 million users completing KYC verification, leaving 1 million more to meet the December 31 deadline for the Open Network launch. The Pi Core Teams December roadmap announcement for the mainnet open launch is highly anticipated, though past delays have sparked community skepticism. The Recent Developments It has been more...
Ethereum Price Analysis: Here’s What Next for ETH After Getting Rejected at $4K
Ethereum Price Analysis: Here’s What Next for ETH After Getting Rejected at $4K
Dec 9, 2024
Ethereum’s price is in a critical zone near $4K, facing resistance but also showing signs of consolidation. While the market remains bullish overall, short-term fluctuations within the $3.5K-$4K range are expected before a potential breakout or deeper pullback. Technical Analysis By Shayan The Daily Chart Ethereum has made impressive progress, surging toward the psychological $4K resistance region. This price level...
Altcoins in Retreat as Bitcoin (BTC) Falls Further Away From $100K (Market Watch)
Altcoins in Retreat as Bitcoin (BTC) Falls Further Away From $100K (Market Watch)
Dec 9, 2024
Bitcoin shot above $101,000 yesterday evening but was rejected once again and pushed south by a couple of grand. The altcoins are also in the red today following the weekend gains, with XRP and DOGE being among the poorest performers on a daily scale. BTC Stopped at $101K Perhaps on the heels of the substantial inflows toward the spot Bitcoin...
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