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Stock Markets Brace for Earnings Reports, Tariff Turmoil Keeps Recession Worry Alive Apr 15
Investors shifted their attention to corporate releases as earnings season picked up pace, and Bank of America, Citigroup, Johnson & Johnson, Netflix, and American Express were in focus. BAC C AAL JNJ NFLX
Wall Street Indexes Rebound as Global Investors Worry About U.S. Safe-haven Status Apr 14
The Trump administration sent mixed signals on tariffs on electronic products, adding to another layer of uncertainty as investors struggle to understand U.S. trade policy. World markets remain cautious about U.S. financial assets. AAPL NVDA PFE

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U.S. Movers: Citigroup, Goldman Sachs Apr 15
Goldman Sachs reported strong earnings in the first quarter, and the financial service provider proposed a quarterly dividend and a stock repurchase program. GS C
U.S. Movers: Bank of New York Mellon, BlackRock, Children’s Place, Fastenal, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo Apr 14
BlackRock reported higher revenue and raised its quarterly dividend by 2%, although profit slumped. JPMorgan reported strong first-quarter earnings. The Children’s Place said net loss in the fourth quarter shrank amid challenging market conditions. JPM WFC BK TCPC PLCE FAST

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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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European Markets Retain Upward Bias as Earnings Season Gains Momentum Apr 15
European markets advanced as earnings season gained momentum. Luxury stocks declined after LVMH's weak sales dragged sentiment in the fashion sector. Automobile stocks rose on speculation that the U.S. may pause tariffs on automobile imports.
European Markets Advance as Investors Shift Attention to Earnings Releases Apr 14
European markets advanced in Monday's trading as investors awaited more clarity on the constantly shifting U.S. trade policy. Investors are awaiting earnings from LVMH, Christian Dior, Hermes International, ASML Holding, and Wise plc.

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Europe Movers: Ashmore, Ericsson, LVMH, Publicis Groupe, Sika Apr 15
LVMH reported lower revenue in the latest quarter despite strong sales in the China. Ericsson posted strong first-quarter results. Sika confirmed its 2025 outlook but highlighted increased market uncertainties from potentially prolonged trade conflicts.
Europe Movers: Fraport, Gerresheimer Apr 14
Fraport reported slightly lower passenger traffic in March, and the airport management company said Frankfurt airport's seat capacity is set to expand by 5% in summer. Gerresheimer swung to a loss in the first quarter but guided for higher revenue and earnings in 2025.

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Japan Indexes Advance Ahead of US-Japan Trade Negotiations Later This Week Apr 15
Japan's investors shifted their attention to the US-Japan trade negotiations later in the week, and businesses prepared to find ways to soften the impact of tariffs on business operations.
China Markets Lacked Direction and Yuan Faced Selling Pressure, CATL In Focus After Earnings Apr 15
Chinese investors braced for more market volatility as the Trump administration focused on keeping trade policy uncertain ahead of trade negotiations.

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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.
India Movers: Newgen Software, Manorama, Indoco, Onward, Pidilite, Housing & Urban, Coforge Apr 14
Manorama reported a sharp jump in revenue and earnings in the fiscal third quarter. Indoco Remedies’ net income swung to a loss in the December quarter. Coforge reported mixed results in the December 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