China’s industrial profits saw a 3.6% year-on-year increase in June, following a 0.7% gain in May. This growth trend continued into the first half of the year, with earnings up 3.5% from January to June. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) attributed this positive performance to rapid industrial production growth and a decrease in factory-gate
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In the world of investing, predicting the future trajectory of tech companies has become increasingly challenging. The recent bout of severe turbulence in the market has left investors rattled and uncertain. The disappointing earnings from tech giants like Tesla, Google-parent Alphabet, and Meta Platforms have set the stage for a potential market shakeup in the
The Russian Central Bank made a significant move by increasing its key interest rate by 200 basis points to 18%, citing high inflation and an overheated economy as key reasons for the decision. This latest hike has brought the cost of borrowing to its highest level in over two years. The central bank also adjusted
As the week comes to an end, Wall Street appears to be heading for a positive close despite facing several challenges. The release of the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge is expected to have a significant impact on market sentiment. The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index for June is anticipated to reflect a 0.1%
Sotheby’s, the renowned auction house, is venturing into a new kind of selling in Hong Kong with the opening of its first retail outlet. This innovative concept will offer a wide range of items, from collectible trainers to dinosaur fossils, with prices starting at several hundred dollars. This move comes at a time when luxury
South Korea recently announced a series of tax cuts aimed at revitalizing the domestic stock market and addressing the country’s declining birth rate, which is currently the lowest in the world. These proposed tax revisions are part of the broader “Corporate Value-up Programme” introduced earlier this year, and represent the first major overhaul to inheritance
In a surprising turn of events, former New York Federal Reserve President Bill Dudley has advocated for rate cuts by the Fed in the upcoming week, marking a stark departure from his previous stance supporting a “higher-for-longer” rate regime. Dudley cited changing economic conditions as the primary reason behind his shift in perspective, emphasizing the
Delta Air Lines has been making significant progress in returning to normal operations after experiencing a high number of flight cancellations. The Atlanta-based carrier reported a drastic decrease in cancellations, with only 47 flights being cancelled as of 6:30 a.m. ET compared to 511 on Tuesday and 1,160 on Monday. This marks a substantial improvement
UBS analysts are confident in their prediction of a soft landing for the US economy. They point to moderating consumer spending as a key factor in bringing down inflation. While recent economic data may show positive surprises, UBS believes that the underlying trend of below-trend growth remains. The Institute for Supply Management’s purchasing managers indexes
Windrose, a Chinese electric truck startup, is planning to establish a U.S. assembly plant for its semi-trucks to cater to the American market directly from 2025. This move by Windrose signifies a bold challenge to Tesla, a prominent player in the electric vehicle sector. The founder and Chief Executive, Han Wen, revealed this plan in
Ukraine made an announcement on Monday regarding a preliminary agreement with a group of bondholders to restructure $19.7 billion in debt. This ad hoc group, which controls 22% of the bonds, has shown support for the deal. Additionally, investors holding an additional 3% of bonds have also indicated their approval. The next step involves bondholders
China’s decision to cut short and long-term rates by 10 basis points came as a surprise to many analysts. The move was unexpected, especially considering that the People’s Bank of China had previously been guiding bond yields higher. Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy for Asia at LGIM in Hong Kong, emphasized the timing of
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