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US stocks remain volatile as bank earnings fail to cheer investors

Stronger-than-expected profit reports from major banks such as JPMorgan Chase and Morgan Stanley did little to cheer investors as well.

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Green shareholder activist group pauses activism over climate backlash

A “changing political landscape” and global trade tensions are partly to blame, according to the Netherlands-based group.

Markets

US stock markets drop as investors consider trade impact with China

Although US president Donald Trump paused tariffs for 90 days, US stocks were still jittery as investors weighed the possible impact of the trade battle with China.

Markets

A dead cat bounce? Six market terms to know in an era of trade wars

As Trump's global tariff war takes a new turn after the announcement of a 90-day pause on tariffs, here are some of the most important market terms investors should know.

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US stocks surge after Donald Trump announces 90-day pause on tariffs

Facing a global market meltdown, President Donald Trump on Wednesday abruptly backed down on his tariffs on most nations for 90 days but raised his tax rate on Chinese imports to 125%.

Markets

Week ahead: Investors brace for a major trade war as China retaliates

The week’s focus will be on any tariff updates from the Trump administration and retaliatory measures from other economies. Additionally, US and Chinese inflation data, as well as the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s rate decision, will be in the spotlight for financial markets.

Markets

Bloodbath for European markets as stocks see worst fall since 2020

European equities plunged in their worst session since March 2020, as the global market rout intensified. Safe-haven assets gained as investors brace for prolonged volatility amid rising inflation fears and no immediate central bank support.

Business

Trump-backed conservative news channel’s share price soars over 2,200%

Newsmax has seen increased popularity during US president Donald Trump’s second term, with the election of other right-wing politicians also boosting its success.

Markets

Wall Street swings as Trump's 'Liberation Day' weighs on investors

President Donald Trump’s fast-approaching “Liberation Day” sent stock markets swinging sharply worldwide on Monday.

Markets

Market insights: What is behind the European stock markets’ rally?

European markets continued to outperform their US counterparts despite the recent rebound on Wall Street. Notably, the banking and industrial sectors stand as the top two performers, driven by relatively cheaper valuations, expectations for surging defence spending, and optimistic economic outlooks.

Business

Shell increases shareholder returns and doubles down on LNG

Shell recently revamped its focus on oil and gas output, a move which has been greatly welcomed by shareholders, due to the current higher returns potential.

Business

SAP overtook Novo Nordisk to become Europe's most valuable company

The German software company's share price gained 40% in the past year, while Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk has gradually lost almost half of its own since last summer.

Business

European airlines see shares flying low as Heathrow chaos continues

The major European carriers saw their share prices decline after the region’s busiest airport had to temporarily close on Friday.

Markets

European markets drop following week of interest rate decisions

The Bank of England kept rates steady at 4.5% on Thursday, as inflation remains sticky and global uncertainty ratchets up.

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Barclays Europe CEO on what Trump's tariffs could do to the EU economy

The CEO of Barclays Europe shares his views on the potential impact of tariffs on Europe's economy and whether the continent is still economically attractive to investors.

Markets

European markets subdued as Israel raises tensions in the Middle East

Healthcare companies such as GSK plc and tech companies such as Siemens AG were among the top losers on European markets on Wednesday morning.

Markets

Nvidia shares fall following new AI chip announcements

Nvidia's shares fell despite unveiling its next-generation artificial intelligence chips at the annual GPU Technology Conference (GTC), highlighting the risk-off sentiment-driven markets.

Markets

Investors flock to Europe as US exceptionalism fades: BofA survey

The latest Bank of America Fund Manager Survey shows a record rotation from US to European equities, driven by Germany’s fiscal stimulus and rising defence spending. A net 60% of investors expect stronger European growth, marking a sharp sentiment shift.

Markets

European markets bounce back despite renewed Trump tariff threats

US president Donald Trump has kicked trading tensions up a notch by threatening tariffs on EU alcohol, even as ECB president Lagarde warns that an escalating trade war could have severe global consequences.

Business

Profits in focus: Reports from Generali, Deutsche Bank and Deliveroo

Strong results from Italy’s Generali Group and British Deliveroo, as well as the declining profit of Hugo Boss, were shaping the European market landscape on Thursday.