Posts with tag: coding
Global markets react to Trump's tariff threats, leading to a surge in safe-haven assets and a strengthening US dollar.
Published on: February 10, 2025, 01:00 PM UTC
BP's shares rise after Elliott Management takes a stake in the energy giant. The activist investor is known for pushing for significant changes at companies, including strategy shifts, CEO departures, and even corporate breakups. BP has struggled in recent years, and Elliott is likely to pressure the company to improve its performance and shareholder value.
Published on: February 10, 2025, 12:04 PM UTC
The C-suite is feeling powerless in the second Trump era. Tariffs are a major concern for CEOs, who are having to plan for multiple scenarios and adjust their guidance. PepsiCo, GM, and Ford have all mentioned tariffs on their earnings calls, and estimates for S&P 500 companies have begun to trend lower. Chipotle's CFO says the company has been busy preparing for tariffs, but won't raise prices immediately if they're fully enacted. DisneyCFO Hugh Johnston says the company is immune to policy chaos because it's in the smile-creating business.
Published on: February 10, 2025, 12:03 PM UTC
A wave of Big Tech companies' recent quarterly earnings impacted stock prices. DeepSeek's cheap AI models sparked concerns in the US tech industry, leading to a major loss for Nvidia and discussions among US lawmakers. Tech executives' reactions varied, from embracing DeepSeek to dismissing its significance. Despite uncertainty about AI spending payoffs, companies like Microsoft, Meta, Apple, Google, Amazon, AMD, Qualcomm, and Arm reaffirmed commitments to AI infrastructure investments in 2025, with a cumulative $325 billion planned.
Published on: February 10, 2025, 12:03 PM UTC
The eleven best savings accounts with competitive interest rates for 2025, including fixed-rate bonds, variable savings, current accounts, and ISAs. Compare rates and account features to find the right option for your savings goals.
Published on: February 10, 2025, 11:01 AM UTC
The stock market persists near record highs, despite looming tariffs' negative impact on earnings, the primary driver of stock prices. Analysts suggest any tariffs may be short-lived or less severe than anticipated, hence the market's positive outlook. However, it's crucial to note that tariffs also harm the targeted countries. Earnings estimates may be revised downward if tariffs affect earnings, resulting in lower stock prices.
Published on: February 10, 2025, 09:01 AM UTC
Here's a breakdown of who's most affected by Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum.
Published on: February 10, 2025, 07:01 AM UTC
The Magnificent Seven ETF (MAGS) fell 2.4% last week due to concerns over lackluster guidance and plans for record capital investment. However, experts believe the development of DeepSeek should be viewed as a catalyst for the AI industry, not a headwind. As AI models like DeepSeek's R1 significantly increase compute demand, the need for high-speed networking solutions will only grow, benefiting AI network stocks like Ciena, Coherent, Celestica, and Arista Networks.
Published on: February 10, 2025, 01:01 AM UTC
President Trump suggests possible fraud in US debt payments, as Elon Musk's federal overhaul team investigates Treasury operations and raises concerns about privacy and security.
Published on: February 09, 2025, 11:00 PM UTC
US inflation showed little sign of abating at the start of the year, while strong job growth supported the economy. This supports the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates steady.
Published on: February 09, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC