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Investors Lower Expectations After Powell Pointed to Rising Risk of Stagflation Apr 17
Wall Street indexes are set to close down in the holiday-shortened week as investors fear stagflation risks are rising. Fed Chair Powell confirmed higher prices and lower economic growth are the likely outcome of the Trump administration's tariff war. NVDA UNH TSM
Escalating Trade Tensions Drag Tech Stocks, Surge In Vehicle Sales Lifts Retail Sales Apr 16
Investors reacted to the latest batch of earnings results, and retail sales advanced in March as consumers snapped up goods ahead of the next round of Trump Tax. BAC NFLX C HPE UAL NVDA

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U.S. Movers: Ally Financial, American Express, Blackstone, Charles Schwab, DR Horton, Netflix, Regions Financial Apr 18
Charles Schwab reported strong first-quarter earnings. DR Horton posted weaker-than-expected results in the latest quarter and issued muted guidance. Ally Financial swung to a loss, although revenue edged up. AXP BX ALLY SCHW RF DHI NFLX
U.S. Movers: CSX Apr 17
CSX reported lower-than-expected results in the first quarter, and tariff impacts are adding uncertainty to a soft automotive market. CSX

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Sony Corp. Lifts Annual Outlook Driven by Gains in PlayStation and Music Businesses Feb 17
Sony raised its full-year outlook on the back of the strength in its console and music businesses. The technology and media company plans to spin off its financial services unit by October.
Lululemon Athletica Quarterly Sales Rise 19%, Expands Stock Repurchase Plan Dec 8
The specialty apparel retailer said international sales soared but net income declined. The company board approved an additional stock repurchase plan of $1 billion. LULU

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January's Consumer Price Inflation Supports Fed's Resolve to Delay Rate Cuts Feb 12
The rebound in inflation in January was driven by an increase in prices for food, fuel, and passenger cars. Elevated shelter continues to drive most of the inflation and underscored the Fed's reluctance to deliver additional rate cuts in the imminent future.
U.S. Job Growth Slowed by Solid In January, Wage Growth Supports Fed's Rate Case Feb 8
Wall Street indexes were little changed after nonfarm payrolls increased at a slower pace in January, but wage growth in the month stayed sharply ahead of the Fed's inflation goals.

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China's Bubble Tea Chain Mixue Group's IPO Attracted Huge Interest from Retail Investors Mar 3
The rapidly growing affordable beverage chain operator's public offering became the most popular ever in Hong Kong, with 6,000 times oversubscribed.
Heidelberg Materials Enlarges U.S. Footprint with Giant Cement Acquisition Nov 28
Heidelberg Materials agreed to acquire the U.S.-based Giant Cement and its subsidiaries from Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim controlled company listed in Spain.

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Europe Markets Lacked Direction Ahead of Rate Decisions Apr 17
The European Central Bank is widely anticipated to lower rates for the sixth consecutive time since June amid weakening economic growth and subdued inflation. Germany's producer prices edged lower in March.
Europe Stock Indexes Turned Lower, UK Consumer Price Inflation Eased In March Apr 16
The growth worries resurfaced in the semiconductor-linked stocks after the U.S. placed additional restrictions on the sale of advanced equipment to China.

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Europe Movers: ABB, Brunello Cucinelli, Ipsos, Moncler, Pernod Ricard, Pluxee, Sandvik, Wise Apr 17
ABB plans to spin off its robotics business after completing a strategic acquisition in China. Sandvik reported strong first-quarter results. Brunello Cucinelli reported double-digit growth in revenue in all key regions.
Europe Movers: ASML, Heineken Apr 16
ASML reported strong first-quarter earnings, and the Dutch advanced equipment maker to the semiconductor industry raised its annual dividend by 5%. However, first-quarter order bookings lagged expectations. ASML

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Japan's Indexes Extend Weekly Gains, Consumer Inflation Eased In March Apr 18
Stock market indexes in Japan extended weekly gains amid hopes of tariff concessions from the U.S. The yen edged higher as investors continued to sell U.S. dollar-denominated assets amid waning confidence in its safe-haven status.
Japan's Exports and Trade Balance Expanded In March, U.S. Trade Negotiations In Focus Apr 17
Japan's exports, imports, and trade balance expanded in March. Investors hoped that the U.S. tariffs would be lowered after trade negotiations this week.

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India Movers: Swaraj Engines, Wipro, Waaree, GTPL Hathway, Jayaswal Neco, Rajratan Global, Tata Teleservices, Thyrocare Apr 17
Swaraj Engines reported an increase in net income in the March quarter and recommended an equity dividend. Waaree reported a sharp jump in revenue and earnings in the latest quarter. GTPL Hathway said revenue rose and earnings declined in the March quarter.
India Movers: BF Utilities, OK Play, Anand Rathi, United Spirits, Sona BLW, 20 Microns, Capri Global Apr 15
Capri Global reported an 89% jump in its earnings in the December quarter. Anand Rathi reported strong quarterly results and announced an interim dividend. United Spirits reported a decline in earnings in the March quarter.

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How Can Argentina Regain Growth Momentum and Avoid Dollarization? Mar 25
Argentina’s persistent financial crisis is rooted in its failure to diversify its economic base away from agriculture and mining activities and to ignore its human capital potential for decades.
Is Twitter Dying? Nov 18
The social media platform's rapid rise brought a flood of users from all walks of life. Twitter's popularity also attracted politicians, regulators and investors, all competing to bend the platform to meet their needs. TWTR