Markets
Aussie firms Soul Patts and Brickworks’ $9 billion merger sends their shares rocketing
The Washington H Soul Pattinson logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen. Sopa Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images Stocks of Australian investment firm Washington H. Soul Pattinson, also known as Soul Patts, and its affiliate Brickworks surged after both companies announced a A$14 billion ($9 billion) merger. Shares of Soul Patts traded 13.78% […]
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China says the U.S. undermined Geneva trade deal after Trump accuses Beijing of violations
The U.S. and Chinese flags are seen on the day of a bilateral meeting between the U.S. and China, in Geneva, Switzerland, May 10, 2025. Keystone/eda/martial Trezzini | Via Reuters China on Monday refuted Washington’s claims that it had broken the Geneva trade agreement, instead accusing the U.S. for breaching deal terms, signaling talks between […]
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CNBC Daily Open: Playing “chicken” in markets can be a risky affair
US President Donald Trump speaks during a visit to US Steel – Irvin Works in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, May 30, 2025. Saul Loeb | AFP | Getty Images When threatened, birds puff up their feathers to appear larger than they actually are, and squawk to signal aggression. On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested he […]
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Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed after Trump says he plans to double steel tariffs to 50%
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 traded mixed after President Donald Trump told U.S. steelworkers late Friday that he will double tariffs on steel imports to 50%, effective from Wednesday. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei […]
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Stock futures inch lower to kick off start of the new trading month: Live updates
A trader works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) at the opening bell on May 30, 2025, in New York City. Angela Weiss | AFP | Getty Images Stock futures fell on Sunday as Wall Street looks to the start of a new month of trading following a strong performance in […]
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Investors are piling into big, short Treasury bets alongside Warren Buffett
ETF Edge Investors are piling into big, short Treasury bets alongside Warren Buffett Published Sun, Jun 1 202510:58 AM EDTUpdated 19 Min Ago Jason Gewirtz@jasongewirtz WATCH LIVE Source
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Top Wall Street analysts prefer these dividend stocks for consistent returns
The Home Depot logo is displayed outside a store on March 10, 2025 in San Diego, California. Kevin Carter | Getty Images Earnings of major U.S. companies and the uncertainty around tariffs continued to impact investor sentiment this week. While the stock market remains volatile, investors seeking consistent returns could add some attractive dividend stocks […]
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These stocks could benefit if interest rates break out higher
A handful of stocks may be well positioned to benefit from rising Treasury yields, according to Bank of America. Both the benchmark 10-year and 30-year Treasury have climbed recently to reach worrisome milestones. The 10-year yield was last at about 4.43%, just shy of the key 4.5% level, and up from 4.01% in early April. […]
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Damning IAEA report spells out past secret nuclear activities in Iran
A picture taken on November 10, 2019, shows an Iranian flag in Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant, during an official ceremony to kick-start works on a second reactor at the facility. ATTA KENARE | AFP via Getty Images Iran carried out secret nuclear activities with material not declared to the U.N. nuclear watchdog at three […]
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