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US Stocks Mixed as Investors Digest Retail Sales Data and Trump's Tariff Plan

US stocks mixed at open as investors digest retail sales, tariff plan

US Stocks Surge on Trade Talk Delay, Tepid Inflation

US stocks closed higher on Thursday after President Trump announced plans to impose reciprocal tariffs but delayed their implementation, while investors processed another report indicating that inflation remains high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) climbed more than 0.7%, or 350 points, while the S&P 500 (^GSPC) gained over 1% to close at 6,115.06, near its record high of 6,118.71. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) rose more than 1.5% as Nvidia (NVDA) and Tesla (TSLA) rallied.

Coinbase Soars in Q4 Amid Crypto Bull Run; Analysts Weigh In

Coinbase stock (COIN) declined despite a strong Q4 earnings report, but analysts say the muted reaction overlooks the company's growth potential in a bullish regulatory environment.

Retail Sales Plunge in January Amid Cold Weather and Fires

Retail sales in the US dropped 0.9% in January due to cold weather and potential impact from fires in Los Angeles. Auto dealers, furniture stores, and online retail were particularly affected.

Trump's Reciprocal Tariff Plan: India's Exemption Prospects Amidst Global Negotiations

Trump announces reciprocal tariffs, delays implementation to pursue negotiations

DeepSeek Threatens SoftBank's AI Ambitions

SoftBank's AI ambitions face a challenge from DeepSeek's cost-efficient AI model, raising questions about massive AI infrastructure spending necessity. DeepSeek may trigger a near-term market correction for SoftBank and other AI stocks, shifting focus to monetization, which could take years. Despite analyst bullishness with a 30% gain projection, concerns linger, including Stargate's potential negative impact on profitability and DeepSeek's implications for AI economics.

US Stock Futures Mixed Ahead of Retail Sales, Moderna Earnings

U.S. stock index futures pause on Friday as investors await more clarity on U.S. President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariff plans

Euro-Area Growth Revised Up as Netherlands Boosts Output

Euro-area economy eked out growth of 0.1% in Q4 2022, revised up by Eurostat. Despite mixed performances across major economies, ECB expects recovery in 2024.

Emerging Economies Most Exposed to USAID Cuts

War-torn countries, heavily indebted nations, and US allies like Jordan stand to lose the most if USAID is dismantled. Ukraine, Jordan, Syria, Zambia, and Kenya are among the emerging economies most exposed to USAID funding cuts.

Indonesia's $900 Billion Wealth Fund Faces Scrutiny over Goals

Indonesia to Launch Sovereign Wealth Fund with $900 Billion Mandate for Growth