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Investors are turning bearish on the U.S. dollar as Trump tariffs loom
Foreign currencies are advertised in a window in Times Square, one of New York’s and the nation’s top tourist attractions, on March 28, 2025, in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images The rollout of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs regime is dampening sentiment toward the dollar and prompting investors to look elsewhere for […]
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CNBC Daily Open: Trump tariffs could be hours away — but might be milder than thought
Trucks coming from Mexico enter the United States to an inspection station after crossing the border in Otay Mesa, California, on April 1, 2025. Sandy Huffaker | AFP | Getty Images The dread of something bad happening is usually more severe than the event itself. This could well be the case for U.S. President Donald […]
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European stocks set for negative open as global markets await Trump tariffs
European markets are heading for a negative open Wednesday as global traders brace themselves for a raft of fresh trade tariffs to be announced by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration. The U.K.’s FTSE 100 index is expected to open 24 points lower at 8,558, Germany’s DAX down 38 points at 22,501, France’s CAC 4 points lower […]
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Locked in a trade balancing act with the U.S., the UK hopes it can escape some Trump tariffs
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S. President Donald Trump shake hands during a joint press conference in the East Room at the White House, Feb. 27, 2025 in Washington, D.C., U.S. Carl Court | Via Reuters As countries around the world brace for the implementation of U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs and with […]
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Israel expands military effort in Gaza, defence minister says
Israel’s Foreign Minister Israel Katz in Jerusalem on October 7, 2024. Ahmed Gharabli | Afp | Getty Images Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced a major expansion of the military operation in Gaza on Wednesday, saying large areas of the enclave would be seized and added to the security zones of Israel. In a statement, […]
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CNBC Daily Open: Trump tariffs will take effect ‘immediately’ but could be milder than thought
Trucks make their way to the Ambassador Bridge to cross into the United States at Detroit on April 1, 2025 in Windsor, Canada. Bill Pugliano | Getty Images The dread of something bad happening is usually more severe than the event itself (such as heading back to work after a holiday). This could well be […]
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Asia-Pacific markets subdued as Trump administration prepares to roll out fresh tariffs
People walking through the neon lit night streets of Sinchon in the heart of Seoul, South Korea’s vibrant capital city. Fotovoyager | E+ | Getty Images Asia-Pacific markets opened slightly higher Wednesday as investors brace for U.S. President Donald Trump to roll out fresh tariffs this week. Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose 0.06%, while the Topix […]
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Stock futures tick higher ahead of Trump tariffs: Live updates
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during morning trading on April 01, 2025 in New York City. Michael M. Santiago | Getty Images Stock futures moved higher on Tuesday evening as Wall Street braces for the expected rollout of President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Wednesday. Futures tied to the S&P […]
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Singapore’s bold AI push: Minister for digital development and information Josephine Teo on innovation and global leadership
As AI transforms the global tech landscape, Singapore is making bold strides to position itself as a leader in AI innovation and regulation. As AI transforms the global tech landscape, Singapore is making bold strides to position itself as a leader in AI innovation and regulation. In this episode of Beyond the Valley, Singapore’s minister […]
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Here’s why buying Alibaba is a ‘great way to avoid the tariff tantrum,’ says one investor
Investors seeking a portfolio hedge against ongoing tariff volatility should look no further than Alibaba, according to Joule Financial’s Quint Tatro. The firm’s founder and president joined CNBC’s ” Power Lunch ” on Tuesday to share his thoughts on the Chinese e-commerce giant, alongside a pair of other market movers. Here’s what he had to […]
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