AI Investments Soar, but Venture-Capital Profits Hit Record Lows
Silicon Valley’s venture-capital (VC) firms are flush with promising startups to back, but they’re struggling to turn investments into profits. A historic slump in acquisitions and IPOs has left investors with fewer options to cash out. In 2023, U.S. VC firms returned just $26 billion in shares to their investors—the lowest figure since 2011, according […]
Stocks Decline Amid Strong Retail Data and Federal Reserve Uncertainty
Stocks fell Friday after a stronger-than-expected retail sales report suggested the U.S. economy remains robust, potentially reducing the need for further interest rate cuts. Adding to market uncertainty, Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins cautioned that it was too early to determine whether the central bank should lower rates at its December meeting. “Another rate […]
Stock Market Update: Bitcoin Reaches New High, Dow Continues Climb
Tesla and Trump Media Lead Stock Gains; U.S. Bond Market Closed for Veterans Day Following Donald Trump’s election victory, market effects continue to ripple, propelling Bitcoin to a record high above $84,000 and driving the Dow Jones Industrial Average past the 44,000 mark for the first time. Investors have been actively buying stocks post-election, relieved […]
Stock Market Update: Dow Surges Over 1200 Points as Trump is Elected President, Bonds Fall Sharply
The “Trump trade” is back in full swing. Following Donald Trump’s election, stocks surged, the dollar strengthened, and Treasury prices tumbled, with investors quickly adjusting to a potential second Trump presidency. Key sectors saw a rally, as expectations shifted regarding tariffs, taxes, government borrowing, and cryptocurrencies. Trump’s anticipated economic policies are expected to impact a […]
Investors Brace for Final Adjustments as U.S. Election and Central Bank Decisions Approach
As the U.S. presidential election nears, investors are making last-minute portfolio adjustments. Michael Brown, senior research strategist at Pepperstone, notes, “With the election day approaching, we may see more hedging, de-risking, and position balancing.” In the Treasury market, Monday’s $58 billion 3-year note auction is drawing attention, particularly after notable yield “tails” seen in last […]
Stock Market Update: Bond Rally Continues and Dollar Weakens Amid Pre-Election Uncertainty
Oil prices surged after OPEC postponed a planned increase in supply, and geopolitical tensions escalated as Iran vowed a “strong and complex” response to Israel. With Tuesday’s presidential election approaching, traders are quickly repositioning to manage risks. Treasury bonds are gaining momentum, while the dollar has softened. “The narrowing polls are reflecting in market activity,” […]
Gold Prices Hold Near Record Highs Amid Investor Caution Ahead of U.S. Election
Gold prices remain near record highs in early European trading after surpassing $2,800 per troy ounce earlier this week. Analysts at ANZ Research note that “the precious metal continues to be bolstered by investors amid increasing macroeconomic risks,” adding that the market is preparing for significant uncertainty ahead of the upcoming U.S. election. According to […]
Gold Prices Rise Following U.S. Inflation Data
Gold prices continued to climb in European afternoon trading after U.S. data showed producer prices remained unchanged in September, signaling a further slowdown in inflation. Gold futures increased by 1.1%, reaching $2,669.50 per troy ounce. According to Paul Ashworth, Chief North America Economist at Capital Economics, “September’s data may lead some Federal Reserve officials to […]
China’s Market Slump Reflects Political Pressure Amid Economic Uncertainty
After a strong rally, Chinese equities took a sharp downturn this week, as growing calls for government intervention to support the struggling economy grow louder. The benchmark CSI 300 index, which tracks shares in Shanghai and Shenzhen, fell 7.1% on Wednesday—its worst performance since the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. Hong Kong’s […]
S&P 500 Nears Record Close as Earnings Season Kicks Off
The S&P 500 is approaching another record close, with investors shifting focus to the upcoming third-quarter earnings season, which officially begins Friday as several major banks release their results. Despite rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and uncertainties surrounding the U.S. elections, investors have remained optimistic, buoyed by strong economic data. On Tuesday, a […]
