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Tokyo Electron outlines plans for $681 million plant, indicating sustained AI spending despite mixed signals from the supply chain.

Published on: February 06, 2025, 09:00 AM UTC

Tariffs imposed by the US under President Trump are raising concerns among global economists about a potential wave of inflation. The measures against China and the threat of escalation elsewhere are forcing analysts to reassess the prospects for global disinflation. With many economies facing latent inflation pressures and the potential for increased tariffs, the Federal Reserve and other central banks are taking a cautious approach to assess the impact on prices.

Published on: February 06, 2025, 09:00 AM UTC

Thailand aims to develop a strategic plan for its semiconductor sector within 90 days to attract investment amid the US-China trade war.

Published on: February 06, 2025, 09:00 AM UTC

Filing taxes in the US can be a daunting task compared to many other countries. Despite the average American spending significant time and money on tax preparation, the tax code remains complex and confusing. While other countries have streamlined their tax systems, the US system is burdened by special interest tax breaks, social policy measures embedded in the tax code, and the lack of pre-populated tax returns or automatic tax calculations. Recent efforts like the standard deduction increase and Direct File program have taken steps toward simplification, but further legislative changes are needed to fully modernize the US tax system.

Published on: February 06, 2025, 08:02 AM UTC

Filing taxes in the US is a complex and time-consuming process, unlike in Sweden where the government provides pre-filled tax returns. The US tax system's complexity stems from its 4 million-word tax code, numerous credits and deductions, and the manual process for self-employed individuals. Simplification efforts like the increased standard deduction and Direct File program have been implemented, but further steps are needed, such as pre-populated returns and automated tax calculations.

Published on: February 06, 2025, 07:02 AM UTC

High-profile spending authority battles in the Trump administration raise questions about presidential spending authority and the Impoundment Control Act of 1974, potentially leading to a Supreme Court case.

Published on: February 06, 2025, 04:02 AM UTC

Big Tech earnings: AI stands out as a star despite mixed results. Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Apple underperform in some areas, but AI investments remain a key focus for the future.

Published on: February 06, 2025, 12:02 AM UTC

Associated Capital Group Inc. (AC) reports fourth-quarter net income of $4.3 million, or 20 cents per share, on revenue of $5.2 million.

Published on: February 05, 2025, 11:07 PM UTC

Rayonier Inc. reports fourth-quarter earnings of $327.1 million, or $2.15 per share, on revenue of $726.3 million. For the year, the company reported profit of $359.1 million, or $2.39 per share, on revenue of $1.26 billion.

Published on: February 05, 2025, 11:06 PM UTC

US stocks reversed earlier losses to close higher on Wednesday. Earnings from Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL) and AMD (AMD) fell short, but Big Tech got a boost from a jump in Nvidia (NVDA) shares. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) rose 0.2%, while the benchmark S&P 500 (^GSPC) added 0.4%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) led the gains, rising 0.7%, or more than 300 points.

Published on: February 05, 2025, 11:01 PM UTC