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Dollar rises amid US-Iran tensions, haven demand
Dollar rises amid US-Iran tensions, haven demand
Apr 23, 2026
The U.S. dollar headed toward its first weekly gain in a month on Thursday as tensions between Iran and the United States escalated amid the conflict in the Middle East. Stalled peace talks pushed oil prices back above $100 per barrel, dampening investor optimism. Tehran heightened the standoff by seizing two ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday. This...
Euro deepens losses on mounting US-Iran tensions
Euro deepens losses on mounting US-Iran tensions
Apr 23, 2026
The Euro declined in the European market on Thursday against a basket of global currencies, deepening its losses for the third consecutive day against the U.S. dollar. It reached its lowest level in ten days as investors focused on purchasing the American currency as the preferred alternative investment amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran in the Strait...
Loonie drops as oil prices fluctuate on Middle East tensions
Loonie drops as oil prices fluctuate on Middle East tensions
Apr 23, 2026
The Canadian dollar declined for the third consecutive day against its U.S. counterpart on Thursday as investors assessed ongoing trade restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz and data showing that rising oil prices pushed domestic producer prices higher last month. The Canadian currency, known as the loonie, was trading down 0.1% at 1.3680 CAD per U.S. dollar (equivalent to 73.10...
Euro moves in a negative zone on US-Iran tensions
Euro moves in a negative zone on US-Iran tensions
Apr 24, 2026
The Euro declined in the European market on Friday against a basket of global currencies, continuing its losses for the fourth consecutive day against the U.S. dollar. It is approaching its lowest level in nearly two weeks and is on track for its first weekly loss in a month as investors prioritize the American currency as the preferred alternative investment....
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FTSE 100 slides to two-week low as banks weigh
FTSE 100 slides to two-week low as banks weigh
Oct 17, 2025
* FTSE 100 down 0.9%, FTSE 250 down 1% * Financial stocks slump * Industrial stocks fall tracking European counterparts * Pearson jumps on stronger growth forecasts (Updates to market close) Oct 17 (Reuters) - London's benchmark index hit a two-week low on Friday, weighed down by losses in heavyweight lenders that joined a global selloff in financial stocks on...
Sector Update: Tech
Sector Update: Tech
Oct 17, 2025
01:07 PM EDT, 10/17/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Tech stocks were lower Friday afternoon, with the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK) down 0.3% and the SPDR S&P Semiconductor ETF (XSD) falling 1.7%. The Philadelphia Semiconductor index was shedding 0.9%. In corporate news, Meta Platforms ( META ) said Friday that it is providing simple, new ways for parents to control...
EMERGING MARKETS-Argentina stocks outperform in LatAm after US support lifts confidence
EMERGING MARKETS-Argentina stocks outperform in LatAm after US support lifts confidence
Oct 17, 2025
* Argentina's Merval index rises on Bessent support * Regional equities slip, capping volatile week * UBS upgrades EM equities By Niket Nishant Oct 17 (Reuters) - Argentina's stocks gained 1.1% on Friday after another nod of confidence from Washington, outperforming as Latin American markets limped towards the end of a volatile week. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reiterated support...
US STOCKS-Wall St rises on Trump's China tariff remarks, regional bank worries weigh
US STOCKS-Wall St rises on Trump's China tariff remarks, regional bank worries weigh
Oct 17, 2025
(For a Reuters live blog on U.S., UK and European stock markets, click or type LIVE/ in a news window.) * Indexes up: Dow 0.5%, S&P 500 0.4%, Nasdaq 0.4% * Trump says 100% tariffs on China not sustainable * Eli Lilly ( LLY ) falls after Trump vows weight-loss drug price cut (Updates after markets open) By Sukriti Gupta...
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A Look Into Microsoft Inc's Price Over Earnings
A Look Into Microsoft Inc's Price Over Earnings
Jun 30, 2025
In the current session, the stock is trading at $497.13, after a 0.24% spike. Over the past month, Microsoft Inc. stock increased by 7.39%, and in the past year, by 8.24%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued. Microsoft P/E...
Market Analysis: NVIDIA And Competitors In Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment Industry
Market Analysis: NVIDIA And Competitors In Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment Industry
Jun 30, 2025
In the ever-evolving and intensely competitive business landscape, conducting a thorough company analysis is of utmost importance for investors and industry followers. In this article, we will carry out an in-depth industry comparison, assessing NVIDIA ( NVDA ) alongside its primary competitors in the Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment industry. By meticulously examining key financial metrics, market positioning, and growth prospects,...
US Supreme Court to review billion-dollar Cox Communications copyright case
US Supreme Court to review billion-dollar Cox Communications copyright case
Jun 30, 2025
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Supreme Court agreed on Monday to decide a copyright dispute between Cox Communications and a group of music labels following a judicial decision that threw out a $1 billion jury verdict against the internet service provider over alleged piracy of music by Cox customers. The justices took up Cox's appeal of the lower court's decision that it...
Competitor Analysis: Evaluating Microsoft And Competitors In Software Industry
Competitor Analysis: Evaluating Microsoft And Competitors In Software Industry
Jun 30, 2025
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 Microsoft ( MSFT ) in comparison to its major competitors within the Software industry. By analyzing crucial financial metrics, market position, and growth potential, our objective is to provide valuable...
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AbbVie to Buy Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals' Bretisilocin for Up to $1.2 Billion
AbbVie to Buy Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals' Bretisilocin for Up to $1.2 Billion
Aug 25, 2025
09:26 AM EDT, 08/25/2025 (MT Newswires) -- AbbVie ( ABBV ) has agreed to buy Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals' lead asset bretisilocin for up to $1.2 billion, including an upfront payment and development milestones, the companies said Monday. As part of the deal, Gilgamesh will spin off an entity to be called Gilgamesh Pharma to hold its employees and other programs, including...
Cenovus Energy Maintained at Buy at TPH After It Agrees to Acquire MEG Energy; Price Target at C$28.00
Cenovus Energy Maintained at Buy at TPH After It Agrees to Acquire MEG Energy; Price Target at C$28.00
Aug 25, 2025
09:25 AM EDT, 08/25/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Tudor, Pickering, Holt on Monday reiterated its buy rating on the shares of Cenovus Energy ( CVE ) with a C$28.00 price target after the oil producer and refiner on Friday said it agreed to acquire oil-sands producer MEG Energy (MEG.TO) for $7.9-billion, including debt. We like the deal especially for CVE given...
Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters' Reportedly Tops North American Weekend Box Office
Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters' Reportedly Tops North American Weekend Box Office
Aug 25, 2025
09:23 AM EDT, 08/25/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Netflix's ( NFLX ) KPop Demon Hunters topped the North American box office this weekend with ticket sales of about $18 million, according to multiple media reports. The animated musical had estimated ticket sales of $16 million to $18 million, the Associated Press said, citing rival studios. The AP and other outlets said...
Trump says he will continue to make deals like Intel one
Trump says he will continue to make deals like Intel one
Aug 25, 2025
Aug 25 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday said he would make deals like the one his administration announced last week with Intel ( INTC ) all day long. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said he would also help companies that make similar deals with U.S. states. (Reporting by Ryan Patrick Jones in Toronto)...
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