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Market Turmoil: Nikkei Drops 2.4%, Dow Jones Plunges 1.4%

Quick Look Asian markets experienced declines, with notable drops in indices like the Nikkei 225 and Hang Seng. The US saw steep declines across major indices, including the S&P 500 and Dow Jones, amid investor pessimism. The Federal Reserve’s stance on not cutting interest rates adds to market uncertainty, conflicting with Wall Street expectations. Geopolitical …

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Disney’s Proxy Win: A 50% Stock Surge Under Iger

Quick Look Disney’s board secured a definitive victory against TFM and Blackwells Capital nominees. Under CEO Bob Iger, Disney’s stock surged nearly 50% in six months, highlighting successful leadership. Activist Nelson Peltz won 31% of the vote, criticised for his stance on Disney’s inclusive casting. Iger’s plans include significant layoffs and a focus on creative …

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Markets Plunge: Oil Peaks, Fed Hints at No Rate Cuts

Quick Look The stock market slumped due to high oil prices and the Federal Reserve’s cautious interest rate stance. Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all faced significant declines. Fed officials signal potential delay in interest rate cuts, intensifying inflation concerns. Persistent inflation and high bond yields challenge the Federal Reserve’s policy approach. Upcoming labour …

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10-Year Treasury Yield Peaks at 4.36%, Rocks Stocks

At a Glance Bond Market Reacts: The 10-Year Treasury Yield Hit Its Highest 2024 Level at Around 4.36%, Impacting Stocks. Equity Markets Down: Major Indices Like the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Experienced Declines Due to Economic Data Anticipation. Health Insurers Gain: Unexpected Regulatory Decisions Propelled Humana and CVS Stocks Upwards. Economic Data Mixed: Inflation …

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Market Dynamics Through Alibaba & Tencent’s Lens

Quick Look Alibaba Announced a $12.5 Billion Buyback, Targeting 5.1% of Shares, with a $4.8 Billion Repurchase in Q1. Tencent’s 2023 Buybacks Hit $6.3 Billion, Planning to Double This in 2024 Despite a 20% Share Drop. In 2023, Hong Kong’s Market Saw $16.1 Billion in Buybacks; Mainland China Spent $16.6 Billion, Doubling 2022’s. The Chinese …

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Tale of Two Markets: The Latest on US Equities and Beyond

Quick Overview: S&P 500 and Dow Jones see minor declines; Nasdaq is slightly up, showing mixed market sentiments. 10-year Treasury yield climbs to 4.32%, signalling rising interest rates and potential investor challenges. US manufacturing shows signs of revival, with PMI at 50.3 and a 22-month high in production. The energy sector thrives with crude oil …

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Record S&P 500 High Marks Robust First Quarter of 2024

Quick Look Stocks Surge: The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both enjoyed gains, with the former setting a new record. Quarterly Triumph: The first quarter of 2024 witnessed the S&P 500’s strongest start since 2019, boasting over a 10% return. Economic Indicators: A GDP growth rate of 3.4% in Q4 and lower-than-expected jobless …

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