Financial News
- Bob Mason
Hang Seng extends gains, though China’s deflation and chip export curbs stir caution.
- Bob Mason
Retail sales ease, but falling jobless rate signals stimulus traction amid US-China trade tensions.
- Vladimir Zernov
Year-ahead inflation expectations increased from 6.5% to 7.3%.
- James Hyerczyk
April housing starts rise 1.6%, but falling permits and completions signal pressure on homebuilders as Fed policy and high rates weigh on demand.
- Vladimir Zernov
Natural gas prices moved lower as traders reacted to the EIA report.
- James Hyerczyk
April U.S. retail sales missed expectations while PPI dropped, raising concerns over weakening demand and pressuring consumer stocks and margins.
- James Hyerczyk
Walmart Q1 beats EPS estimates with strong U.S. sales and e-commerce profits. Shares rise 2.5% premarket as guidance holds steady.
- Bob Mason
Stronger services and production lift UK GDP, yet experts flag downside risks ahead.
- Bob Mason
US-China tariff truce lifts markets, yet recession fears and AI chip tensions keep investors wary.
- James Hyerczyk
Strong Q3 earnings and rising AI demand boost Cisco’s forecast, lifting Nasdaq 100 and US stocks in after-hours trading. Key support for tech sentiment.
- Vladimir Zernov
Oil markets pulled back as traders reacted to the EIA report.
- James Hyerczyk
U.S. inflation eased to 2.3% in April, slightly below forecast, as shelter led gains and Trump tariffs loom. Traders eye tariff talks for next CPI impact.
- James Hyerczyk
U.S.-China strike trade deal in Geneva, but no tariff relief announced. Traders await Monday’s briefing for clues on market impact and next steps.
- Bob Mason
China’s deflation risks rise ahead of US trade talks, pressuring sentiment and potentially Hang Seng Index support.
- Vladimir Zernov
At current levels, stocks are 412 Bcf less than last year.
- James Hyerczyk
U.S. jobless claims dip to 228K, but rising 4-week averages hint at cooling labor momentum—traders eye re-employment trends for market signals.
- Bob Mason
Beijing’s stimulus and looming US-China trade talks lift Asian stocks, but risks of recession remain.
- Vladimir Zernov
Fed noted that the Committee saw risks of higher unemployment and higher inflation.
- Vladimir Zernov
Gasoline inventories increased by 0.2 million barrels, exceeding analyst estimates.
- James Hyerczyk
Surging Disney+ subscribers and solid earnings push Disney shares higher, fueling bullish Dow Jones sentiment today.
