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Japan makes history: Sanae Takaichi is first female PM
Japan makes history: Sanae Takaichi is first female PM
Oct 21, 2025
In a historic and unprecedented event, Japan turned a new page in its political history today after Sanae Takaichi won the position of Prime Minister, becoming the first woman ever to hold the countrys highest office. Takaichis victory followed a decisive parliamentary vote. According to Japans public broadcaster NHK, she secured 237 votes in the first round, eliminating the need...
US dollar extends gains, yen declines after Takaichi's PM vote
US dollar extends gains, yen declines after Takaichi's PM vote
Oct 21, 2025
The US dollar rose against most major currencies during Tuesdays trading, while the Japanese yen fell to a six-day low following the election of hardline conservative Sanae Takaichi as Japans first female prime minister. Traders are betting that her government could bring policy uncertainty and increased fiscal spending. Takaichi, leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, won Tuesdays parliamentary vote...
Euro near two-week high as political fears recede
Euro near two-week high as political fears recede
Oct 20, 2025
The euro rose in European trading on Monday against a basket of global currencies, resuming its advance after a brief pause on Friday against the US dollar and moving once again toward its two-week high as political tensions in France the eurozones second-largest economy continued to ease. The government of Prime Minister Sbastien Lecornu survived two no-confidence votes in the...
Yen keeps falling before Japan's PM vote
Yen keeps falling before Japan's PM vote
Oct 21, 2025
The Japanese yen fell in Asian trading on Tuesday against a basket of major and minor currencies, extending its losses for the third consecutive day against the US dollar, ahead of the parliamentary vote to choose a new prime minister in the worlds fourth-largest economy. Sanae Takaichi, leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, is steadily moving toward victory in...
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Sector Update: Tech
Sector Update: Tech
May 16, 2024
01:36 PM EDT, 05/16/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Tech stocks were mixed Thursday afternoon, with the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK) slightly lower and the SPDR S&P Semiconductor ETF (XSD) up 0.2%. The Philadelphia Semiconductor index rose 0.4%. In corporate news, Synopsys' ( SNPS ) planned acquisition of Ansys ( ANSS ) is facing regulatory scrutiny in China, the companies...
Sector Update: Consumer Stocks Mixed Thursday Afternoon
Sector Update: Consumer Stocks Mixed Thursday Afternoon
May 16, 2024
01:51 PM EDT, 05/16/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Consumer stocks were mixed in Thursday afternoon trading, with the Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLP) climbing 1.6% and the Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLY) down 0.3%. In corporate news, Walmart ( WMT ) shares popped 6.9% after it reported higher fiscal Q1 adjusted earnings and revenue. The company also...
Sector Update: Energy
Sector Update: Energy
May 16, 2024
01:31 PM EDT, 05/16/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Energy stocks were lower Thursday afternoon, with the NYSE Energy Sector Index decreasing 0.5% and the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE) down 0.2%. The Philadelphia Oil Service Sector Index was posting a 0.5% decline, while the Dow Jones US Utilities Index added 0.2%. Front-month West Texas Intermediate crude oil was rising 0.6%...
Sector Update: Health Care
Sector Update: Health Care
May 16, 2024
01:37 PM EDT, 05/16/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Health care stocks were easing Thursday afternoon, with the NYSE Health Care Index decreasing 0.1% and the Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLV) fractionally lower. The iShares Biotechnology ETF (IBB) were down 0.2%. In corporate news, Biogen (BIIB) and Ionis Pharmaceuticals (IONS) said they would cease development of BIIB105 after a phase...
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Exclusive-US plans to blacklist company that ordered TSMC chip found in Huawei processor -- source
Exclusive-US plans to blacklist company that ordered TSMC chip found in Huawei processor -- source
Dec 20, 2024
(Reuters) - The Biden administration plans to blacklist a Chinese company whose TSMC-made chip was illegally incorporated into a Huawei AI processor, according to a person familiar with the matter. Chip designer Sophgo, an affiliate of bitcoin mining equipment supplier Bitmain, is in the process of being placed on the U.S. Commerce Department's Entity List, the person said. A spokesperson...
ASML Holding's Options Frenzy: What You Need to Know
ASML Holding's Options Frenzy: What You Need to Know
Dec 20, 2024
Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on ASML Holding ( ASML ). Looking at options history for ASML Holding ( ASML ) we detected 63 trades. If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 30% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 50% with...
Insights Into Apple's Performance Versus Peers In Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals Sector
Insights Into Apple's Performance Versus Peers In Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals Sector
Dec 20, 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 Apple ( AAPL ) alongside its primary competitors in the Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals industry. By meticulously examining crucial financial indicators, market positioning, and growth potential,...
In-Depth Analysis: NVIDIA Versus Competitors In Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment Industry
In-Depth Analysis: NVIDIA Versus Competitors In Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment Industry
Dec 20, 2024
In the fast-paced and highly competitive business world of today, conducting thorough company analysis is essential for investors and industry observers. In this article, we will conduct an extensive industry comparison, evaluating NVIDIA ( NVDA ) in relation to its major competitors in the Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment industry. Through a detailed examination of key financial metrics, market standing, and...
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Hong Kong-listed Samsonite plans dual listing in hunt for investors
Hong Kong-listed Samsonite plans dual listing in hunt for investors
Mar 21, 2024
(Reuters) -Luggage maker Samsonite International ( SMSOF ) on Friday said it plans to pursue a dual listing in addition to its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange to increase the liquidity of its shares and reach investors in more markets. Samsonite ( SMSOF ) did not provide details of the exchanges it is considering for the second listing,...
Oil eases on possible Gaza ceasefire, dollar strength
Oil eases on possible Gaza ceasefire, dollar strength
Mar 21, 2024
SINGAPORE (Reuters) -Oil prices slipped on Friday on the possibility of a nearing Gaza ceasefire that could ease geopolitical concerns in the Middle East, while a stronger dollar and faltering U.S. gasoline demand also weighed on prices. Brent crude futures fell 42 cents, or 0.5%, to $85.36 a barrel by 0203 GMT. U.S. crude futures shed 40 cents, or 0.5%,...
Ecopetrol's Reficar refinery awarded nearly 20% of McDermott common capital, company says
Ecopetrol's Reficar refinery awarded nearly 20% of McDermott common capital, company says
Mar 21, 2024
BOGOTA, March 21 (Reuters) - The Reficar oil refinery belonging to Colombia's Ecopetrol was awarded 19.9% of the common capital in infrastructure firm McDermott in preferential shares by a judge in Amsterdam, Ecopetrol said in a statement on Thursday. The refinery is located in the Colombian city of Cartagena. ...
Meta's Instagram down for thousands, Downdetector shows
Meta's Instagram down for thousands, Downdetector shows
Mar 21, 2024
March 21 (Reuters) - Meta Platforms's ( META ) Instagram was down for thousands of users on Thursday, according to outage tracking website Downdetector.com. ...
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