Earnings

The recent survey released by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York showed that Americans are increasingly concerned about inflation. The survey indicated that consumers expect inflation to reach 3.3% a year from now, up from March’s 3%. Additionally, they anticipate inflation to be at 2.8% three years from now. This growing apprehension about rising
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The week is off to a positive start on Wall Street, with Dow futures edging higher and setting a positive tone for trading. As the market eagerly awaits the release of key inflation data, the trading ranges are expected to be narrow, indicating a cautious approach among investors. The recent optimism in the market has
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Singapore’s second-largest bank, Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp (OCBC), recently reported a 5% increase in first-quarter profit, surpassing market expectations. The bank also announced a S$1.4 billion offer to privatize its insurance arm, Great Eastern. This move highlights OCBC’s strategic focus on enhancing its business portfolio and maximizing shareholder value. Additionally, OCBC forecasted a robust net interest
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The USD/JPY exchange rate is currently hovering around 154.784, but intervention risks are looming large. Masato Kanda recently issued a warning, stating that the government would step in if there are any speculative or disorderly movements in the foreign exchange markets. This has sparked concerns among investors, especially after the currency pair experienced a sharp
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The optimism surrounding potential interest rate cuts in the United States has propelled Asian stocks to 15-month highs, with investors closely monitoring the situation. The MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan saw a 0.3% increase at the onset of trading, indicating a positive sentiment among investors. However, Hong Kong shares experienced a slight
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Berkshire Hathaway, the conglomerate led by Warren Buffett, recently reported a significant surge in operating earnings in its first-quarter results. The company’s operating profit rose to $11.22 billion, a 39% increase from the same period last year. This growth was mainly driven by the strong performance of its insurance underwriting businesses, particularly Geico. The insurance
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