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America's Roundup:Dollar on track for first weekly fall in four weeks,US stocks gain,Gold steady,Oil rises 1 pct on tightening crude supply, upbeat economic data-April,2019

Apr 12, 2019 20:18 pm UTC| Market Roundups

Market Roundup IMF wants China-U.S. trade deal to address structural issues ECB model suggests euro zone growth could slow further -sources UK parliament very likely to consider new Brexit referendum...

Europe Roundup: Sterling steadies amid political uncertainty, euro at 2-1/2 week peak on EZ economic data, European shares surge - Friday, April 12th, 2019

Apr 12, 2019 11:17 am UTC| Market Roundups

Market Roundup EUR/USD 0.56%, USD/JPY 0.24%, GBP/USD 0.12%, EUR/GBP 0.36% DXY -0.31%, DAX 0.57%, FTSE 0.45%, Brent 1.06%, Gold 0.15% EU Feb Industrial Production MM, -0.2%, -0.6% fcast, 1.4% prev 1.9%...

Asia Roundup: Kiwi at 2-1/2 month trough as NZ manufacturing activity cools, dollar gains against yen following upbeat U.S. economic data, Asian shares plunge - Friday, April 12th, 2019

Apr 12, 2019 06:47 am UTC| Market Roundups

Market Roundup IMF chief says Brexit delay averts terrible outcome Cains Fed chances in peril as fourth Republican opposes Trump pick Feds Kashkari: Slight rise in U.S. inflation would not be...

America's Roundup: Dollar rises on jobless-claims, PPI data, US stocks ends mixed, Gold dips, Oil prices slip as OPEC mulls output hike, U.S. stocks build-April 12th,2019

Apr 11, 2019 20:53 pm UTC| Market Roundups

Market Roundup U.S. weekly jobless claims lowest since 1969 U.S. producer prices post biggest rise in five months IMFs Lagarde says Brexit delay avoids terrible outcome White Houses Kudlow says Jerome...

Europe Roundup: Sterling steadies after EU extends Brexit deadline, greenback gains amid developments in U.S.-China trade talks, European shares surge - Thursday, April 11th, 2019

Apr 11, 2019 11:36 am UTC| Market Roundups

Market Roundup EUR/USD 0.01%, USD/JPY 0.1%, GBP/USD -0.03%, EUR/GBP 0.01% DXY -0.01%, DAX 0.14%, FTSE 0.07%, Brent -0.71%, Gold -0.3% EU gives May till October for Brexit, seeking clarity UK govt will...

Asia Roundup: Antipodeans decline as Chinese CPI eases, greenback gains despite dovish Fed minutes, Asian shares plunge - Thursday, April 11th, 2019

Apr 11, 2019 07:16 am UTC| Market Roundups

Market Roundup EU gives May till October for Brexit, seeking clarity China producer inflation picks up for first time in 9 months, eases deflation worries U.S., China agree to establish trade deal...

America's Roundup: Dollar index dips after FOMC minutes, Wall Street ekes out gains, Gold steadies, Oil rallies as U.S. gasoline inventory draw offsets crude build-April 11th, 2019

Apr 10, 2019 20:50 pm UTC| Market Roundups

Market Roundup Fed still patient on rates, debating balance sheet policy ECBs Draghi whets investor appetite for more action Dovish ECB drags down euro zone bond yields, euro EU wrangles over new Brexit...

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Economy

Impact of Iran-Israel conflict on Stocks, Gold and Bitcoin

Disclaimer: This is not investment advice. The information provided is for general purposes only. No information, materials, services and other content provided on this page constitute a solicitation, recommendation,...

Japan Posts 7.7% Growth in Machinery Orders

In a striking development that looks set to invigorate Japans economic prospects, a key gauge of capital spending in the country has seen its most significant jump in over a year. According to Cabinet Office data released...

How cuts to marginal income tax could boost the UK’s stagnant economic growth

The British prime minister recently claimed the UK economy has turned a corner. Rishi Sunak said inflation figures were encouraging, and proclaimed that 2024 would be the year Britain bounces back. According to his...

A sustainable future begins at ground level

In 2015, the United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a call to action in global partnership. By 2023 it appears that our progress has been far from satisfactory in achieving these...

Digital trade protocol for Africa: why it matters, what’s in it and what’s still missing

In February 2024, African heads of states adopted a draft protocol to regulate digital trade within the continent. This significant yet challenging course for Africas digital economy fits into the broader trade agreement,...

Politics

Nvidia RTX 4090D Embroiled in US-China Tech Rivalry; South Korea Navigates Chip Export Dilemma

The U.S. government has tightened export restrictions on high-performance semiconductor chips to China, including the Nvidia RTX 4090D, and is urging South Korea to enforce similar curbs, marking a significant escalation...

Canada needs a national strategy for homeless refugee claimants

One year after the federal government closed Roxham Road, refugee claims in Canada continue to increase: there were 143,785 in 2023 compared to 91,730 in 2022. The surprise announcement in March 2023 to modify Canadas...

Who will Trump pick as his running mate?

Being second in line for leadership of the most powerful country in the world is not an easy job. But for Mike Pence, vice president under Donald Trump, things were even harder than usual. As insurrectionists descended...

US and Japan Boost AI, Semiconductor Alliance; EU Eyes Reduction in China Dependence

Japan and the United States are poised to deepen ties in the high-tech sector, signaling a strategic move to enhance their global partnership with a focus on artificial intelligence and semiconductor...

US Finalizes Ban List for Chinese Chipmakers; Boosts Mexico Semiconductor Ties

The United States is finalizing a list of Chinese chip factories banned from receiving vital technology, aiming to curb Beijings tech advancements amid national security concerns. Concurrently, a US-Mexico semiconductor...

Science

Could a telescope ever see the beginning of time? An astronomer explains

The James Webb Space Telescope, or JWST for short, is one of the most advanced telescopes ever built. Planning for JWST began over 25 years ago, and construction efforts spanned over a decade. It was launched into space on...

US media coverage of new science less likely to mention researchers with African and East Asian names

When one Chinese national recently petitioned the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to become a permanent resident, he thought his chances were pretty good. As an accomplished biologist, he figured that news...

If life exists on Jupiter’s moon Europa, scientists might soon be able to detect it

Europa is one of the largest of more than 90 moons in orbit around the planet Jupiter. It is also one of the best places to look for alien life. Often termed an ocean world by scientists, observations to date strongly...

Exploding stars are rare but emit torrents of radiation − if one happened close enough to Earth, it could threaten life on the planet

Stars like the Sun are remarkably constant. They vary in brightness by only 0.1% over years and decades, thanks to the fusion of hydrogen into helium that powers them. This process will keep the Sun shining steadily for...

An eclipse for everyone – how visually impaired students can ‘get a feel for’ eclipses

Many people in the U.S. will have an opportunity to witness nearly four minutes of a total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024, as it moves from southern Texas to Maine. But in the U.S., over 7 million people are blind...

Technology

Kia Unveils $15,000 EV2, Spearheading Affordable Electric Vehicle Drive

Kia has unveiled the EV2, its newest addition to the electric vehicle market, priced at around $15,000. This compact SUV, seen in recent test footage, is part of Kias broader strategy to introduce a range of affordable...

Bitcoin Halving 2024 Complete: New Era for Miners and Market Speculation

Bitcoin has successfully completed its fourth halving, reducing mining rewards to 3.125 BTC per block and sparking widespread speculation about future price surges. As the crypto community eyes potential market shifts,...

Tesla Cybertruck Recall: NHTSA Flags 3,878 Units for Pedal Issue

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has ordered a recall for Teslas Cybertruck, citing a severe pedal issue that necessitated temporarily halting deliveries to address potential safety...

ShibArmy Issues Critical Alert: No BONE Airdrops, Beware of Scams

The Shiba Inu community is on high alert as ShibArmy Scam Alerts warns against phishing emails falsely promising BONE airdrops. These fraudulent communications are designed to steal personal information and digital assets...

Michael Saylor Nets $370 Million from MicroStrategy Shares Amid Crypto Surge

Michael Saylor, the prominent bitcoin advocate and chairman of MicroStrategy, has capitalized on the companys robust stock performance this year, selling shares worth nearly $370 million. His strategic stock sales coincide...