SHOCKING: 13 - What They Never Told You

Why Was Tuesday Morning Like a Picture of a Polar Bear in a Blizzard?

I stared at the blank piece of electronic typing paper longer than usual Tuesday morning, trying to figure out what to say.

Barchart · Jun 23

Stock Index Futures Plunge as Tech Selloff Rages On, U.S. PMI Data in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are down -1.26%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are down -2.47% this morning as renewed concerns about sky-high tech valuations prompted investors to revisit their holdings.

Barchart · Jun 23

Dollar firms on hawkish Fed bets, oil rebound; yen near 40-year low

The US dollar strengthened Tuesday, driven by expectations of a more aggressive Federal Reserve and a rebound in oil prices. Elevated US Treasury yields are also bolstering the greenback. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen is nearing a four-decade low, prompting concerns and discussions about potential intervention. Other major currencies like the…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

Thai bourse emerges as regional force

Thailand's capital market is emerging as a resilient investment destination in Southeast Asia this year, supported by strong corporate earnings, improving foreign investor confidence and attractive dividend yields, even as global markets face mounting geopolitical and economic uncertainties, the bourse says.

Bangkok Post · Jun 15

Global markets: Stocks rise as SpaceX makes market debut; oil slides on Gulf peace hopes

Global equities rose Friday, led by a surge in SpaceX's market debut, which pushed its valuation past $2 trillion. Wall Street ended higher as investors weighed hopes for an Iran peace deal against the tangible boost from the successful IPO. Oil prices slid over 3% on renewed optimism for a…

The Economic Times · Jun 13

US Treasury chief Bessent vows to tap Iran funds for its damage on Gulf allies

Minority shareholders of Jindal Poly Films Limited face a setback. Their class action remedy was reportedly moved to private arbitration without their consultation. This action may have extinguished their rights. Concerns are raised about due process and representation for approximately 40,000 public shareholders. The situation demands immediate protection for these…

The Economic Times · Jun 11

Is Gold's Sudden Stability a Reliable Signal? What Investors Need to Check Now

Gold steadies as US yields rise and geopolitics shift, but analysts warn the calm may be temporary amid conflicting market forces.

International Business Times UK · Jun 9

'Dwarfish Thief!' Iran Mocks America With Shakespeare Quote After Billion-Dollar Crypto Seizure

Iran counters US claims of seizing £740 million in crypto assets with a Shakespearean quote, highlighting ongoing tensions over sanctions and frozen assets amid indirect negotiations.

International Business Times UK · Jun 9

US stock market crash explained: Why did Nasdaq plunge 4% to log worst day in over a year

Wall Street experienced a sharp decline on Friday, led by the Nasdaq's significant fall, as a robust US jobs report fueled concerns about sustained high interest rates from the Federal Reserve. The strong employment figures intensified inflation worries, making rate cuts less likely and potentially increasing the chance of a…

The Economic Times · Jun 6

Why Was the Commodity Sector Seeing Red Early Friday Morning?

Pre-dawn Friday found only one sector of the commodity complex wearing green.

Barchart · Jun 5