In a recent announcement, buyout firm Apollo Global Management revealed plans to acquire a 49% equity interest in Intel’s manufacturing facility located in Ireland for a staggering $11 billion. This strategic investment marks a significant move in the semiconductor industry and is expected to have implications for both Intel and Apollo. With the acquisition of
Economy
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino emphasized the importance of monitoring the impact of the yen’s movements on the economy. While the weakening of the currency may influence the timing of interest rate hikes, Himino also cautioned against directly targeting exchange rates in monetary policy decisions. He emphasized the need to carefully analyze the
European shares saw a steady increase for the third consecutive session as investors eagerly awaited the predicted interest rate cut by the European Central Bank (ECB). The STOXX 600 ended the day with a 0.3% rise, with Spanish and Italian stocks leading the gains at 0.7% and 0.5% respectively. The positive sentiment in the market
The incoming Mexican president, Claudia Sheinbaum, is faced with the daunting challenge of fulfilling her campaign promises to enhance social programs amid a surge in the budget deficit. In his final year in office, President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador increased spending to complete infrastructure projects and expand welfare programs, leading to a budget deficit of
As Asia ushers in the new trading month for global markets, there is a keen focus on manufacturing PMI data from the continent’s major economies. Investors are anticipating a shift in interest rates from the U.S. and other countries, which could have a significant impact on market trends. Key indicators to monitor include factory activity
Most stock markets in the Gulf region saw an upturn on Sunday with the Saudi index leading the way. Saudi Arabia’s benchmark index rose 1.1% following a U.S. inflation reading that hinted at potential interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. This increase came after the index hit a more than five-month low on Thursday.
The Australian housing market has shown remarkable resilience in the face of various economic challenges. Despite high interest rates, cost of living pressures, and consumer pessimism, home prices in Australia have continued to climb steadily. According to data from property consultant CoreLogic, national home prices rose by 0.8% in May, marking the sixteenth consecutive month
The recent decision by Standard & Poor’s (S&P) to downgrade France’s sovereign debt rating from “AA” to “AA-” is expected to have more of a political sting than a financial market impact in the short term. Citigroup analysts predict that the downgrade could push the spread between French and German benchmark bonds out by 3-5
In response to the economic challenges faced by Russia, the government has recently made adjustments to the mandatory foreign currency sales regulations for exporters. This move comes as part of broader efforts to stabilize the national currency, the rouble, which has been experiencing pressure from capital outflows and limited foreign currency supply. Under the new
In recent months, China has been facing a crisis in its property sector, with new home prices rising slightly for the ninth consecutive month in May. The average new home price across 100 cities increased by 0.25% on a monthly basis, indicating a slow but steady recovery following a 0.27% gain in April. This growth
Asian stocks are seeing a positive trend as they head towards the fourth consecutive month of gains. This trend is driven by various factors, including the performance of global currencies and key economic indicators. The recent data showing a downward revision in consumer spending in the U.S. has had a significant impact on Treasury yields
In recent days, the dollar has seen a significant increase in value against other major currencies. This rise can be attributed to a selloff in Treasuries which has led to higher U.S. yields. As investors seek safe haven assets amidst global market turmoil, the dollar has emerged as a preferred choice. The bond market rout
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