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JGB yields hit fresh multi-year highs on BOJ rate-hike bets
TOKYO, Feb 7 (Reuters) - Japan's government bond yields hit fresh multi-year highs on Friday on bets that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) may raise interest rates earlier than the market had expected.The 10-year JGB yield JP10YTN=JBTC rose 4 basis points (bps) to 1.3%, its highest since April 2011. The ...
Fri, Feb 7
Thailand lobbies for chip investments as Trump's trade war with China kicks off
BANGKOK, Feb 6 (Reuters) - Thailand aims to have an initial draft of a strategic plan for its semiconductor sector ready in the next 90 days, keen to attract fresh investment amid U.S. President Donald Trump's renewed trade war with China.
Fri, Feb 7
Yen firm on rate hike bets; US jobs data in focus
TOKYO, Feb 7 (Reuters) - The yen climbed to a nine-week high as market players piled on bets for more interest rate hikes in Japan this year, while the U.S. dollar and other major currencies trod water ahead of U.S. monthly payrolls figures due later in the day.
Fri, Feb 7
IMF warns Japan of spillovers from rising foreign market volatility
TOKYO, Feb 7 (Reuters) - Japan should be on alert for any spillover effects from rising foreign market volatility that could affect liquidity conditions for its financial institutions, the International Monetary Fund said on Friday.
Fri, Feb 7
Amazon superstore becomes harder to justify
Amazon.com AMZN.O made a success of selling virtually everything online, but its superstore business model is becoming less compelling. The e-commerce giant competes with Microsoft MSFT.O in the cloud, Walmart WMT.N in retail, and Meta Platforms META.O and Alphabet GOOGL.O for advertising revenue.
Fri, Feb 7
Fed's Logan: rate-setting should take account of broad financial conditions
Feb 6 (Reuters) - Dallas Federal Reserve Bank President Lorie Logan said on Thursday it is important to take into account broad financial conditions, including longer-term borrowing costs the Fed does not control, when setting monetary policy.
Fri, Feb 7
China tariffs could drive US crude exports lower in 2025
HOUSTON, Feb 6 (Reuters) - An emerging trade war between the United States and China could drive U.S. crude exports lower in 2025 for the first time since the pandemic by reducing access to the Chinese market, according to analysts.
Fri, Feb 7
Oil settles down after Trump repeats pledge to boost US supply
Trump repeats pledge to raise US production, lower oil pricesUS crude stocks expected to rise again this week - MacquarieUS Treasury imposes sanctions targeting Iranian oil to ChinaSaudi Aramco raised March crude prices for Asian buyersUpdates with settlement levelsBy Shariq Khan Feb 6 (Reuters) ...
Thu, Feb 6
Lilly reassures investors that weight-loss drug demand is strong, shares rise
Shares rise nearly 5% after upbeat forecast Drugmaker suggests demand for Zepbound and Mounjaro remains strong Lilly forecast earnings of $22.50 to $24.00 per share on an adjusted basis this yearAdds graphic, rewrites paragraphs 1,2 and 3 with conference call details and adds investor comment in par...
Thu, Feb 6
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Philip Morris International beats earnings estimates on strong ZYN demand
Feb 6 (Reuters) - Cigarette maker Philip Morris International PM.N posted better-than-expected fourth quarter results, driven by strong demand for its smoking alternatives such as ZYN nicotine pouches, sending its shares up nearly 8% on Thursday.
Thu, Feb 6
Trump makes unsubstantiated claim billions stolen at USAID
U.S. President Donald Trump made an unsubstantiated claim on Thursday that billions of dollars have been stolen at USAID and used to pay for positive media coverage of his opponents, targeting the media amid a global outcry over his administration's effective shutte...
Thu, Feb 6
US Steel bid matches Trump goals, Nippon Steel says, no certainty deal will close
Nippon Steel's $15 bln bid for US Steel blocked by Biden in JanuaryNippon Steel says proposed deal aligns with Trump's goals of stronger AmericaVice chairman Mori hopes Trump-Ishiba meeting helps the deal alongAdds Trump's position and Mori quote in paragraphs 3, 6By Yuka Obayashi and Ka...
Thu, Feb 6
Maersk eyes 4% market growth in 2025, uncertainty over tariffs and Red Sea
Maersk posts Q4 beat boosted by strong freight ratesSays 2025 profit to trail last year's earningsSays outlook uncertain due to Red Sea crisis, possible tariffsResumes share buyback, proposes higher-than-expected dividendShares jump as much as 10%Adds CEO comments in paragraphs 3-5 and 8By Stine...
Thu, Feb 6
Global shares push higher, Treasury yields under pressure
SINGAPORE/NEW YORK, Feb 6 (Reuters) - Global shares rose on Thursday in a slight relief rally as fears of an escalating trade war between the U.S. and its major trading partners ebbed, while U.S. Treasury yields came under pressure as traders pondered the country's rate outlook.
Thu, Feb 6
PRECIOUS-Gold holds near record peak as trade jitters buoy safe-haven demand
Gold hit a record high of $2,882.16 on WednesdayGold bull market looks set to continue under Trump 2.0- CitiUS non-farm payrolls report due on FridayFed officials note abundance of uncertainty in Trump movesAdds comments and updates with mid-session tradingBy Rahul Paswan Feb 6 (Reuters) - Go...
Thu, Feb 6
Citi raises gold forecasts on tariff uncertainty, central bank demand
Feb 6 (Reuters) - Citi Research has raised its near-term and 2025 average gold price forecasts, citing trade wars and geopolitical risks under U.S. President Donald Trump, along with robust central bank purchases.
Thu, Feb 6
Trump's de minimis cancellation is bad news for Temu, but worse for Shein
SHANGHAI, Feb 6 (Reuters) - The Trump administration move to stop low-cost imports entering the U.S. tariff-free is likely to hit fast fashion retailer Shein harder than online dollar-store Temu, thanks to Temu's wider product range and moves to change its shipping strategy.
Thu, Feb 6
Boeing expects Indian, South Asian airlines to add over 2,800 jets in next 20 years
Corrects headline to show that the forecast is for industry-wide deliveries, not just for BoeingBy Abhijith Ganapavaram Feb 6 (Reuters) - Boeing BA.N said on Thursday it expects Indian and South Asian airlines will add 2,835 commercial aircraft to their fleet over the next 20 years, a four-fold i...
Thu, Feb 6
China commerce ministry says US tariffs 'vile', 'unilateralist'
BEIJING, Feb 6 (Reuters) - The Chinese commerce ministry said on Thursday U.S. tariffs were "vile" in nature, "unilateralist" and exacerbated global trade tensions. China is ready to work with other countries to jointly respond to the challenges of unilateralism and trade protectioni...
Thu, Feb 6
Surging dollar spurs jump in corporate FX hedging
NEW YORK, Feb 6 (Reuters) - Corporate treasurers are ramping up efforts to guard company earnings against more dollar strength, a move that some analysts said points to increased conviction that President Donald Trump's tariff plans will help keep the U.S. currency higher for longer.
Thu, Feb 6
