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upi.comOil Prices and Stock Markets Fluctuate on Signs of U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire Extension
Oil prices and stock markets traded warily on Friday amid tentative signs that the United States and Iran were nearing a preliminary agreement to extend a cease-fire. Negotiators discussed a new memorandum of understanding that appeared close to approval, though disagreements rem…
techcentral.co.zaSamsung, TSMC shares gain on AI demand
Samsung and TSMC shares have increased as demand for AI-related chips grows. The gains have affected stock markets in South Korea and Taiwan.
The Sydney Morning HeraldU.S. Stocks Fall as Bond Yields Rise on Inflation Concerns
U.S. stock indexes declined Tuesday after bond yields climbed on inflation worries. Futures pointed to a lower open for the Australian sharemarket.
pakistantoday.com.pkOil prices rise, bonds fall on Middle East tensions
Oil prices rose and global bonds moved higher on Monday as tensions in the Middle East increased. Brent crude reached its highest level in nearly two weeks before easing after reports of ongoing talks.
The Sydney Morning HeraldUS Stocks Rise Toward Records as Cisco Beats Profit Expectations
The S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq all climbed on Thursday as Cisco Systems reported higher profit and revenue than analysts expected for the start of 2026. Australian sharemarket futures pointed to a 0.7 per cent gain at the open. Corporate earnings have been led by demand for ar…
finance.yahoo.comWall Street Opens Higher as Technology Stocks Advance
Major U.S. stock indexes opened higher on Thursday with technology shares leading gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose above the 50,000 level during trading. The advance occurred as investors monitored developments around a planned summit between U.S. and Chinese official…
techcentral.co.zaUS Stock Futures Rise as Nvidia Gains on China Chip Report
U.S. equity futures advanced modestly in pre-market trading on May 14, 2026, with the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 each up 0.3 percent. Nvidia shares climbed 2 percent after reports that the U.S. approved about 10 Chinese firms to purchase H200 chips and its CEO described recent meetin…
under30ceo.comS&P 500 and Nasdaq Hit Record Highs as Dow Edges Lower After PPI Data
U.S. stocks ended mixed on May 13, 2026, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite closing at record highs even as the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined following a hotter-than-expected PPI inflation reading. Market participants absorbed the inflation data alongside substantial s…
Rest of WorldS&P 500 and Nasdaq Gain on AI Tech Strength Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting
Markets advanced on May 13 2026 with AI-related tech shares providing the lift. President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping are scheduled to meet in Beijing this week amid tensions over the war in Iran, Taiwan, and technology issues including chip exports and AI rivalry.
BBC NewsGameStop Makes $55.5 Billion Bid for eBay, Which Rejects Offer
eBay's board dismissed the unsolicited half-cash, half-stock offer at $125 per share as neither credible nor attractive, citing financing uncertainty and operational risks. GameStop, which had built a 5 percent stake, secured a $20 billion debt commitment from TD Securities but r…
S&P 500 and Nasdaq Close at Record Highs While ASX Set to Open Lower
Wall Street's S&P 500 rose 0.8 percent and the Nasdaq climbed 2.4 percent to new highs on Friday, supported by stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs data and corporate earnings. ASX 200 futures pointed to a 0.5 percent decline at the open. Oil prices rose on renewed fighting in the St…
marketwatch.comBRVM Stocks Rise for Third Week as Trading Volume Doubles
The BRVM composite index gained 0.5 percent during the week ended May 8 to close at 404.59 points. All four equity indices advanced while trading volumes more than doubled from the previous week. The exchange is now up 17 percent since the start of 2026.
The Sydney Morning HeraldUS Stocks Rise to Records on Strong Jobs Data as ASX Set to Fall
Wall Street climbed to all-time highs after a report showed US employers added far more jobs than expected last month. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both set records while the Australian sharemarket is set to open lower. Oil prices rose after US forces disabled two Iranian tankers in th…
CNBCChip Stocks including AMD, Intel, Micron and Corning Have More Than Doubled This Year
Advanced Micro Devices, Intel, Micron and Corning shares posted double-digit gains this week amid strong demand for data center CPUs, memory chips and optical components. Nvidia shares rose 8 percent this week but lag the broader AI hardware rally with a 15 percent gain in 2026.
The VergeIntel Shares Rise 19% After Preliminary Deal to Make Chips for Apple Devices
Intel and Apple reached a preliminary agreement for Intel to manufacture some chips used in future Apple devices, the Wall Street Journal reported. Intel stock rose as much as 19 percent on the news while Apple shares gained 1 percent. The deal comes after the U.S. government acq…
CnbcU.S. Stocks Rise as Investors Assess Economic Data and Corporate Earnings
Major U.S. stock indexes advanced on May 7, 2026, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite posting gains. The moves came as investors reviewed the latest economic reports and quarterly results from several large companies. CNBC Senior Markets Commentator Michael Santoli provided ana…
Japan TimesNikkei 225 Closes Week Near Record High
The Nikkei 225 ended Friday at 62,713.65 after hitting a record 63,091.14 the previous day. U.S. stocks retreated from record highs amid mixed signals on renewed U.S.-Iran peace talks and volatile oil prices. Toyota forecast an abrupt profit drop citing Iran-related factors, send…
americanbanker.comPayPal Beats Earnings Estimates but Shares Fall 10% as New CEO Outlines AI Growth Strategy
PayPal shares fell roughly 10% despite beating revenue and EPS estimates as the company continues to cede market share to Apple Pay and rivals. New CEO Enrique Lores unveiled plans for aggressive AI adoption. Markets showed mixed performance globally after the S&P 500 touched ano…
SemaforSamsung Reaches $1 Trillion Market Cap
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix hit major milestones on May 6, 2026, amid surging semiconductor demand. Alphabet rose on a $200 billion Anthropic deal while AI startups DeepSeek and Anthropic pursued valuations far above OpenAI's March level. BlackRock and JPMorgan downplayed bu…
benzinga.comAlphabet and Nvidia Trade Places as World's Most Valuable Company
Alphabet's market capitalization reached $4.67 trillion as of Tuesday morning in May 2026, narrowing the gap with Nvidia's $4.79 trillion valuation. The Google parent last held the top spot in February 2016. Strong growth in its Google Cloud segment, up 63% in Q1 2026, has driven…
SemaforSamsung Market Cap Tops $1 Trillion as Chip Stocks Rise Amid AI Demand
South Korea’s Samsung saw its market capitalization surpass $1 trillion as semiconductor demand rose. SK Hynix hit a record high and Alphabet advanced on a $200 billion Anthropic deal. AI firms DeepSeek and Anthropic pursue large valuations while analysts note sector momentum.
upi.comSouth Korea's Kospi Surpasses 7,000 as Samsung's Market Value Tops $1 Trillion
South Korea's benchmark index surged past 7,000 on March 10, 2026, propelled by a more than 15 percent jump in Samsung shares that pushed its market capitalization above $1 trillion. The gains come as President Donald Trump paused a new U.S. military operation in the Strait of Ho…
upi.comSouth Korea's Kospi Rises 7% to Record High; Samsung Shares Gain 13%
South Korea's stock market surged to a fresh record on Wednesday, driven by gains in AI chipmakers like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. The rally followed news of Iranian officials heading to China ahead of a U.S.-China summit and a ceasefire in the U.S.-Iran conflict. Other As…
EuronewsUS, Japan and South Korea Stock Indices Hit Record Highs
Major stock indices in the United States, Japan and South Korea reached new all-time highs this week, even as the war in Iran disrupts global energy markets and shipping routes. Oil prices stand at a four-year high, with 10-12 million barrels a day disrupted in the Strait of Horm…
The GuardianTech Giants Report Strong Earnings; US Stocks Rise as Oil Prices Jump
U.S. stock markets advanced following strong quarterly profits from companies like Alphabet, despite volatile oil prices driven by the ongoing war with Iran. Global markets showed mixed responses, with European indexes climbing and Asian markets varying. Tech giants increased AI…
en.antaranews.comOil Prices Rise as U.S.-Iran Talks Stall; Stocks Reach Records
Oil prices rose sharply with Brent crude reaching $109.5 per barrel and U.S. crude at $97.5, driven by stalled peace talks between the U.S. and Iran. Stock markets advanced to new highs, overlooking stagflation concerns and geopolitical tensions. Additional developments include C…
swissinfo.chStock Markets Reach New Highs Amid Ongoing Closure of Strait of Hormuz
Stock markets have achieved new record highs recently. At the same time, the Strait of Hormuz remains closed to traffic with no indications of reopening. This contrast raises questions about potential market reactions and hedging strategies for investors.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewS&P 500 Nears Record High Amid U.S.-Iran Negotiations and Strait of Hormuz Blockade
U.S. stock indexes advanced on Tuesday as investors reacted to ongoing U.S.-Iran talks. The S&P 500 approached its all-time high following nine positive sessions in the last 10. Oil prices declined while concerns persist over the Strait of Hormuz blockade affecting global oil sup…