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Is there an AI bubble.. and is it about to burst?
Is there an AI bubble.. and is it about to burst?
Nov 20, 2025
The artificial intelligence boom may seem unstoppable, but a growing number of investors and observers are increasingly worried that this surge resembles a bubble on the verge of bursting. After the Nasdaq technology index rose more than 50% from its April lows, it has fallen nearly 5% this month. Investors fear it may take longer than expected to generate the...
How are emerging economies leading a renewable-energy revolution?
How are emerging economies leading a renewable-energy revolution?
Nov 19, 2025
Renewable energy is booming across emerging economies, where the economic viability of wind and solar power has made them the obvious choice in most national and regional contexts. More importantly, the rapid shift in renewable-energy economics is not only saving developing countries money but could also deliver substantial financial gains in the coming years. A recent study from the University...
Nvidia sits atop the AI-chip world.. but who can catch up?
Nvidia sits atop the AI-chip world.. but who can catch up?
Nov 21, 2025
Nvidia blew past all expectations on Wednesday, reporting soaring profits driven by its graphics processing units (GPUs) that excel at powering artificial intelligence workloads. But other classes of AI chips are beginning to gain momentum. Every major cloud provider is now designing its own application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), from Googles TPU to Amazons Trainium to OpenAIs plans with Broadcom. These...
Minutes of the Federal Reserve meeting: Division over the October rate cut and doubts about December
Minutes of the Federal Reserve meeting: Division over the October rate cut and doubts about December
Nov 19, 2025
The minutes of the Federal Reserves October meeting, released on Wednesday, showed that policymakers were divided over the decision to cut interest rates, reflecting disagreements about whether a cooling labor market or persistent inflation posed the greater threat to the economy. Although the Federal Open Market Committee approved a rate cut at the meeting, the path for monetary policy in...
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Norway wealth fund CEO in Davos: US inflationary pressure a risk to markets in 2025
Norway wealth fund CEO in Davos: US inflationary pressure a risk to markets in 2025
Jan 23, 2025
DAVOS, Switzerland (Reuters) - The chief executive of Norway's $1.8 trillion sovereign wealth fund, one of the world's largest investors, said on Thursday that inflationary pressure in the United States posed a risk to financial markets this year. Asked what were the biggest risks to markets in 2025, Nicolai Tangen said: Inflationary pressure from what's going on in the U.S....
Norway wealth fund CEO in Davos: US inflationary pressure a risk to markets in 2025
Norway wealth fund CEO in Davos: US inflationary pressure a risk to markets in 2025
Jan 23, 2025
DAVOS, Switzerland (Reuters) - The chief executive of Norway's $1.8 trillion sovereign wealth fund, one of the world's largest investors, said on Thursday that inflationary pressure in the United States posed a risk to financial markets this year. Asked what were the biggest risks to markets in 2025, Nicolai Tangen said: Inflationary pressure from what's going on in the U.S....
Russian rouble stays on stronger side of 100 to the US dollar
Russian rouble stays on stronger side of 100 to the US dollar
Jan 23, 2025
MOSCOW, Jan 23 (Reuters) - The Russian rouble remained on the stronger side of 100 to the dollar on Thursday but stopped its three-day strengthening streak that followed the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump. The rouble had weakened by 0.4% to trade at 99.65 to the dollar by 0820 GMT, over-the-counter market data showed. The rouble was 0.4% weaker...
U.S. Retail Gasoline Prices to Decline in 2025 and 2026 Due to Lower Crude Prices, EIA Reports
U.S. Retail Gasoline Prices to Decline in 2025 and 2026 Due to Lower Crude Prices, EIA Reports
Jan 23, 2025
05:53 AM EST, 01/23/2025 (MT Newswires) -- U.S. retail gasoline prices in 2025 are expected to decline by US$0.11/gallon, or about 3%, from 2024 levels, the U.S. Energy Information Administration said in a Wednesday report, citing its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook. In 2026, the EIA forecast a further decrease of about US$0.18/gallon, or an additional 6%. The decrease will be...
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Analyzing Microsoft In Comparison To Competitors In Software Industry
Analyzing Microsoft In Comparison To Competitors In Software Industry
Dec 5, 2024
In today's rapidly evolving and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is crucial for investors and industry analysts to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will undertake an in-depth industry comparison, assessing Microsoft ( MSFT ) alongside its primary competitors in the Software industry. By meticulously examining crucial financial indicators, market positioning, and growth potential, we aim to provide...
Investigating Apple's Standing In Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals Industry Compared To Competitors
Investigating Apple's Standing In Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals Industry Compared To Competitors
Dec 5, 2024
In the ever-changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, conducting thorough company analysis is crucial for investors and industry experts. In this article, we will undertake a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Apple ( AAPL ) and its primary competitors in the Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals industry. By closely examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, our aim is...
Comparing NVIDIA With Industry Competitors In Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment Industry
Comparing NVIDIA With Industry Competitors In Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment Industry
Dec 5, 2024
In the fast-paced and cutthroat world of business, conducting thorough company analysis is essential for investors and industry experts. In this article, we will undertake a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating NVIDIA ( NVDA ) in comparison to its major competitors within the Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment industry. By analyzing crucial financial metrics, market position, and growth potential, our objective is...
Intel names two chip industry veterans to its board amid CEO search
Intel names two chip industry veterans to its board amid CEO search
Dec 5, 2024
By Arsheeya Bajwa Dec 5 (Reuters) - Intel ( INTC ) on Thursday named two chip industry veterans to its board, as the struggling semiconductor firm looks for a new top boss following the recent ouster of Pat Gelsinger and tries to reclaim its lost glory. The chipmaker said Eric Meurice, former CEO of chipmaking equipment provider ASML, and Steve...
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Congress announces series of agitational programmes over Rahul Gandhi's disqualification
Congress announces series of agitational programmes over Rahul Gandhi's disqualification
Mar 28, 2023
The list of agitational programmes include 'Jai Bharat Maha Satyagraha' in the second week of April to protest Rahul Gandhi's disqualification from Lok Sabha and to press their demand for a JPC probe into the Adani issue.
PM Modi inaugurates newly constructed BJP Central Office in Delhi
PM Modi inaugurates newly constructed BJP Central Office in Delhi
Mar 28, 2023
The event was held at party's Delhi headquarters in presence of senior leadership. Upon arrival, PM Modi was greeted by party chief JP Nadda. Senior BJP leaders is expected to speak and address the gathering of party workers.
BJP, Shiv Sena leaders use Savarkar's image ahead of Gaurav Yatra across Maharashtra
BJP, Shiv Sena leaders use Savarkar's image ahead of Gaurav Yatra across Maharashtra
Mar 28, 2023
Gaurav Yatra is being organised across the state in support of late Hindutva ideologue V D Savarkar. The Bharatiya Janata Party and Shinde-led Shiv Sena have announced that Yatras would be taken out in each district of Maharashtra from March 30 to honour Savarkar's contribution to the country.
Political Potpourri: Election 2024 — wither opposition unity as Mamata-Akhliesh tango chart a different course
Political Potpourri: Election 2024 — wither opposition unity as Mamata-Akhliesh tango chart a different course
Mar 29, 2023
The latest move by Trinamool Congress and Samajwadi Party to forge a joint front to take on the BJP in the Lok Sabha elections without aligning with the Congress is another attempt to set up an alternate front. Yet, past experiments show any talk of an united opposition remains a theoretical construct while parties refuse to give up the chimera of a third front.
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Poseida Therapeutics to Receive Up to $600 Million in Cancer Gene Therapy Research, Development Deal With Xyphos
Poseida Therapeutics to Receive Up to $600 Million in Cancer Gene Therapy Research, Development Deal With Xyphos
May 2, 2024
06:04 AM EDT, 05/02/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Poseida Therapeutics ( PSTX ) and Astellas Pharma subsidiary Xyphos Biosciences have entered into a research partnership and license agreement to develop new cancer cell therapy platforms using the Xyphos' convertible chimeric antigen receptor technology, the companies said Wednesday. Under the terms of the deal, the companies plan to combine proprietary gene therapy...
US fast-food chains may have to amp up promotions as more people eat at home
US fast-food chains may have to amp up promotions as more people eat at home
May 2, 2024
(This May 1 story has been corrected to say 'global sales growth slow' and not 'sales decline' in paragraph 9) By Savyata Mishra and Juveria Tabassum (Reuters) - Global fast food giants may have to dole out steeper promotions to lure inflation-hit customers who are increasingly opting to eat at home, following weak sales from the likes of McDonald's and...
Berkeley takes hands-off approach to Gaza campus protests. Columbia called the police
Berkeley takes hands-off approach to Gaza campus protests. Columbia called the police
May 2, 2024
May 2 (Reuters) - At Columbia University, tensions between the administration and students protesting over Israel's war in Gaza have reached the point that scores of New York City police marched onto campus to clear an encampment and arrest demonstrators who had commandeered a classroom building. It was the second time in as many weeks that the administration has called...
Google faces closing arguments in US market power trial
Google faces closing arguments in US market power trial
May 2, 2024
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. government will layout its antitrust case against Alphabet's Google in closing arguments on Thursday, wrapping up a trial in which the online search leader is accused of breaking the law to stay on top. The U.S. government has hammered away at Google in a trial that started Sept. 12, arguing Google is a monopolist and...
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