Wall Street Eyes Recovery as Stock Futures Rebound; Crypto, EVs, and Defense Stocks Lead Premarket Surge

U.S. stock futures rise as cryptocurrencies and defense stocks rally ahead of key economic data

U.S. stock futures crept up on Monday, recovering from severe monthly losses as investors waited for President Donald Trump’s newest tariff proposals and vital job data. Several equities in several industries had significant premarket swings, including cryptocurrency-exposed businesses, EV producers, and defense contractors in particular. Largest Premarket Movers: Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN) rose 9.1%, MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:…

Intel’s 18A Process Gains Momentum as Nvidia, Broadcom, and AMD Explore AI Chip Partnerships

Intel’s 18A process gains traction as Nvidia and Broadcom conduct manufacturing Test

In a watershed moment for the semiconductor industry, chip design behemoths Nvidia and Broadcom are running production tests on Intel’s breakthrough 18A technology. According to people familiar with the situation, these preliminary tests indicate a potential shift in trust in Intel’s foundry sector, which has long suffered from delays and fierce competition from Taiwan Semiconductor…

Trump's Reciprocal Tariff Tactics A New Era of Trade

Donald Trump announces reciprocal tariffs to take effect from April 2

US President Donald Trump announced that retaliatory tariffs will go into force on April 2. The new tariffs will target imports from nations that have placed excessive charges on US goods to level the playing field and protect American industry. Trump presented his new reciprocal trade policy in mid-February to restore justice to global commerce….

China's Economic Strategy Balancing Growth and Innovation Amidst Trade Tensions

China’s Economic Strategy: Balancing Growth and Innovation Amidst Trade Tensions

China retains its 5% economic growth objective while focusing on increasing domestic consumption and innovation. In the face of US tariffs and internal economic vulnerabilities, Beijing is planning fiscal stimulus measures such as special treasury bonds and subsidies to raise consumer demand and invest in high-tech businesses. China has kept its 2023 economic growth target…

Japan's Nikkei slumps as tariff concerns, yen strength unsettle market

Japan’s Nikkei falls as US tariffs and a stronger yen disrupt the market

Japan’s Nikkei dipped on Tuesday as markets worried about a trade war, new US tariffs were enforced, and a stronger yen exacerbated investors’ anxieties. U.S. President Donald Trump imposed fresh 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada and a doubling of penalties on Chinese goods to 20%, sparking new trade tensions with the country’s…

S&P500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq in red ahead of Donald Trump’s trade policy deadline

The S and P500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq are all down ahead of Donald Trump’s trade policy deadline

Following a strong start, the S&P 500 fought for direction on Monday, retreating as investors remained cautious ahead of a major deadline for former US President Donald Trump’s trade plans. Economic worries worsened, damaging any comeback from the February selloff. The benchmark indexes, S&P500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average were down 0.3 percent, while the…

Every second Nifty stock in firm bear grip, falling up to 42% from peaks. How long before the index buckles

The Nifty 50 is poised to surpass a nearly 30-year record with five consecutive months of decline

What began as a bit of correction has escalated into considerable carnage as Indian markets have fallen steadily in recent months, causing investor jitters and prohibiting them from making new movements in the market. The once-high-flying equities, which were regularly achieving new heights and setting new milestones for most of 2024, capturing worldwide attention with…

S&P 500, Dow Jones kickstart March marginally higher; Nasdaq slips as Nvidia crashes nearly 5%

S and P 500, Dow Jones open March modestly up; Nasdaq slides as Nvidia drops over 5%

Wall Street’s leading indices, the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average, edged higher on Monday, kicking off March on a decent note, as investors balanced optimism in riskier assets against concerns over looming trade tariffs. The S&P 500 rose 0.4 percent, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 174 points, or 0.4 percent. The…

California State Teachers Retirement System Reshapes Portfolio with Strategic Stock Moves

California’s second-largest pension fund shakes up its portfolio with significant stock moves

The California State Teachers’ Retirement System, the nation’s second-largest public pension fund, has significantly changed its investment portfolio, indicating a shift in stock strategy. The pension fund upped its stake in Bitcoin investor MicroStrategy and Latin America-focused financial platform Nu Holdings, selling shares in failing retailer Dollar General and energy drink behemoth Celsius Holdings. Strategic…

Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ WBD) Navigating Financial Challenges and Strategic Growth

Warner Bros. Discovery: Navigating Financial Challenges and Strategic Growth

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (NASDAQ: WBD) has experienced significant fluctuations in institutional ownership and analyst ratings, giving a dynamic picture of the stock’s future. With the company’s most recent financial reports and market moves, investors are still focused on its strategic stance in the changing entertainment industry. Institutional Activity at Warner Bros. Discovery: Clifford Swan…