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Yen gives up four-week high on profit-taking
Yen gives up four-week high on profit-taking
Jul 2, 2025
The yen fell in Asian trade on Wednesday against a basket of major rivals, giving up four-week highs against the greenback, and on track for the first loss in three days on profit-taking. The US dollar index is holding its ground above three-year lows as US job openings surged in May, with traders now awaiting more crucial US labor data....
US dollar hovers near 3-1/5 year low as traders focus on Fed
US dollar hovers near 3-1/5 year low as traders focus on Fed
Jul 2, 2025
The US dollar kept falling to near February 2022 lows against a basket of major rivals, as traders assess the impact of US President Trumps massive tax bill and tariff deadline. Now traders also await crucial US payrolls data for June, scheduled on Friday. The euro fell 0.3% today to $1.1774, still near September 2021 highs, while Sterling lost 0.15%...
US dollar stabilizes as markets await the payrolls report
US dollar stabilizes as markets await the payrolls report
Jul 3, 2025
The dollar remained near its lowest level in three and a half years this week on Thursday morning ahead of the much-anticipated US jobs report, while a trade deal between the United States and Vietnam boosted expectations for similar agreements before the US tariffs take effect on July 9. Sterling rose slightly after falling nearly 1% on Wednesday, following a...
Euro backs off four-year peak ahead of US jobs data
Euro backs off four-year peak ahead of US jobs data
Jul 3, 2025
The euro declined in European markets on Thursday against a basket of global currencies, extending losses for the second consecutive session against the US dollar. The euro moved further away from its highest level in four years, pressured by continued profit-taking and corrective movement. The US dollar continued to recover from its lowest levels in more than three years, supported...
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Sector Update: Health Care Stocks Steady Premarket Tuesday
Sector Update: Health Care Stocks Steady Premarket Tuesday
Mar 26, 2024
09:13 AM EDT, 03/26/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Health care stocks were steady premarket Tuesday as the iShares Biotechnology ETF ( IBB ) was inactive and the Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLV) was up a slight 0.1% recently. Viking Therapeutics ( VKTX ) was up more than 16% after it reported positive results for its potential anti-obesity drug VK2735....
Sector Update: Financial
Sector Update: Financial
Mar 26, 2024
09:04 AM EDT, 03/26/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Financial stocks were advancing premarket Tuesday, with the Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLF) 0.3% higher. The Direxion Daily Financial Bull 3X Shares (FAS) was up 0.6% and its bearish counterpart Direxion Daily Financial Bear 3X Shares (FAZ) was 0.5% lower. KKR (KKR) and property management firm Weave Living said they have entered...
Sector Update: Tech Stocks Mixed Premarket Tuesday
Sector Update: Tech Stocks Mixed Premarket Tuesday
Mar 26, 2024
09:12 AM EDT, 03/26/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Technology stocks were mixed premarket Tuesday, with the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund ( XLK ) up 0.3% and the SPDR S&P Semiconductor ETF ( XSD ) 0.2% lower. AppFolio ( APPF ) will replace Inari Medical ( NARI ) in the S&P MidCap 400, according to a statement from S&P Dow Jones...
Sector Update: Financial Stocks Advance Premarket Tuesday
Sector Update: Financial Stocks Advance Premarket Tuesday
Mar 26, 2024
09:17 AM EDT, 03/26/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Financial stocks were advancing premarket Tuesday with the Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund ( XLF ) 0.3% higher recently. The Direxion Daily Financial Bull 3X Shares ( FAS ) was up 1% and its bearish counterpart Direxion Daily Financial Bear 3X Shares ( FAZ ) was 0.8% lower. KKR (KKR) and property management...
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Hurricane Helene Claims 128 Lives Across 6 States And Millions Struggle Without Power: North Carolina Hit The Worst
Hurricane Helene Claims 128 Lives Across 6 States And Millions Struggle Without Power: North Carolina Hit The Worst
Oct 2, 2024
The death toll from Hurricane Helene has reached 128 across six states as of Monday. The hurricane made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm, causing widespread destruction. What Happened: The storm has left nearly two million customers without power and disrupted communication networks, making it difficult for families to contact loved ones, reported CNN. North Carolina has been...
Navigating 5 Analyst Ratings For SAP
Navigating 5 Analyst Ratings For SAP
Oct 2, 2024
5 analysts have shared their evaluations of SAP during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives. The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 0 4 1...
The 6 best budgeting apps of 2024
The 6 best budgeting apps of 2024
Oct 2, 2024
Key takeaways When choosing a budgeting app, it's recommended to explore various options, read user reviews and consider trial versions to find the best fit for your finances. Regularly reviewing your budget and spending data provided by the app can help you identify areas to cut spending and free up money, which can then be used towards paying down debt,...
What Analysts Are Saying About Datadog Stock
What Analysts Are Saying About Datadog Stock
Oct 2, 2024
In the last three months, 13 analysts have published ratings on Datadog ( DDOG ) , offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish. The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish...
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Virgin Group aims to raise $900 million to fund Eurostar rival, FT reports
Virgin Group aims to raise $900 million to fund Eurostar rival, FT reports
Mar 8, 2025
(Reuters) - British billionaire Richard Branson's Virgin Group aims to raise 700 million pounds ($900 million) to fund its bid to launch cross-channel rail services to compete with Eurostar, the Financial Times reported on Sunday. Virgin Group intends to raise 300 million pounds in equity and 400 million pounds in debt and plans to be a cornerstone equity investor in...
Russian special forces attack Ukrainian forces in Kursk via gas pipeline, bloggers say
Russian special forces attack Ukrainian forces in Kursk via gas pipeline, bloggers say
Mar 9, 2025
* Russia seeks to encircle Ukrainian forces * Ukraine took a sliver of Russia in August 2024 * Ukraine confirms Russia used pipeline to launch attack (Recasts, adds Ukrainian confirmation and statement) By Guy Faulconbridge MOSCOW, March 9 (Reuters) - Russian special forces crept miles through a major gas pipeline near the town of Sudzha in an attempt to surprise...
CERAWEEK-Top oil executives reckon with downturn even as Trump cheers them on
CERAWEEK-Top oil executives reckon with downturn even as Trump cheers them on
Mar 9, 2025
* Trump's policies have upended trade flows * Industry grapples with mass layoffs, activist investor push * Oil investment, output growth unlikely despite govt push * Oil prices hover around $70 a barrel By Arathy Somasekhar HOUSTON, March 7 (Reuters) - The world's energy industry leaders meet in Houston next week as plummeting oil prices push Big Oil to slash...
Environmental NGO sues Trump's EPA, Citibank over funding freeze
Environmental NGO sues Trump's EPA, Citibank over funding freeze
Mar 8, 2025
March 8 (Reuters) - An environmental nonprofit sued the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Citibank on Saturday, seeking billions of dollars for solar and other projects frozen by the bank as the Trump administration slashes federal spending. Climate United Fund alleges that in freezing the grant money, approved by Joe Biden's administration, the EPA has acted to prevent Citibank from...
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Decline in Bitcoin (BTC) Wallets Reflects Market Fear, But There’s A Catch
Decline in Bitcoin (BTC) Wallets Reflects Market Fear, But There’s A Catch
Mar 21, 2024
Bitcoin and the rest of the crypto market have recovered, wiping out most of the losses incurred during the recent correction. Besides this latest recovery, the leading asset could see more positive returns in the near future, according to the latest data. Bitcoin Non-Zero Wallet Addresses Drop Santiments recent analysis of Bitcoins network activity revealed a notable decline in the...
Bitcoin (BTC) Price Recovers But Danger Still Looms: QCP Capital
Bitcoin (BTC) Price Recovers But Danger Still Looms: QCP Capital
Mar 21, 2024
Bitcoins setback below $61,000 triggered a market-wide correction. Despite the inflow of fresh capital, the leading crypto asset registered 15% in weekly losses at one point after hitting new all-time highs earlier this month. QCP Capitals analysis suggests that the Bitcoin bull market is far from over while simultaneously highlighting a continued liquidity rotation, which is likely to propel the...
OKX to Reportedly Discontinue Service in India: Users Directed to Close Positions
OKX to Reportedly Discontinue Service in India: Users Directed to Close Positions
Mar 21, 2024
Cryptocurrency exchange OKX has reportedly said that its services in India are being discontinued due to local regulations. In an email notification sent on March 21st, the platform urged users in the country to close their positions by the end of April. The latest development comes on the heels of a continued crackdown on global crypto exchanges by the Indian...
EUR/USD Gains Already at Risk After Markets Digest FOMC, SNB Revelations
EUR/USD Gains Already at Risk After Markets Digest FOMC, SNB Revelations
Mar 21, 2024
EUR/USD News and Analysis ECB officials eye June meeting for first rate cut, SNB delivers a surprise cutDollar drop appears short-lived as EUR/USD heeds resistanceThe analysis in this article makes use of chart patterns and key support and resistance levels. For more information visit our comprehensive education library Recommended by Richard Snow How to Trade EUR/USD ECB Officials Eye June...
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