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BREAKINGVIEWS-For TSMC, Trump can make an Intel deal appeal
The author is a Reuters Breakingviews columnist. The opinions expressed are her own.By Robyn Mak HONG KONG, Feb 17 (Reuters Breakingviews) - Donald Trump may make the illogical logical. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing 2330.TW, the world's largest contract chipmaker, is considering taking a...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia shares cautiously higher, yen buoyed by upbeat GDP
SYDNEY, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Asia share markets crept higher on Monday as Hong Kong's tech sector stole the limelight, while upbeat Japanese economic growth contrasted with a weak U.S. retail sales report to lift the yen on the dollar.Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
What's the significance of Xi's meeting with private enterprises?
Feb 17 (Reuters) - China's President Xi Jinping has delivered a speech at a symposium on private enterprises attended by tech entrepreneurs including Alibaba 9988.HK co-founder Jack Ma, official media reported on Monday.Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Musk's DOGE team to visit US FAA command center on Monday
Trump administration wants to reform air traffic control systemsVisit comes days after effort to fire hundreds of probationary FAA employeesWhite House said air traffic controllers not eligible for incentive to quitAdds comments of Musk, senator; paragraphs 6-7By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Feb ...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Oil falls for 4th day on expectations Russia-Ukraine peace may lift supply
Oil prices fell for a fourth day on Monday on expectations a Russia-Ukraine peace deal could ease sanctions disrupting supply flows and on concerns that global tariff wars could slow economic growth and weaken energy demand.
Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
European chip stocks: Why JPMorgan doesn't expect an imminent stock price recovery
Investing.com -- JPMorgan analysts remain cautious on European semiconductor stocks, particularly those exposed to the automotive and industrial sectors, citing persistently high inventory levels and weak demand.
Investing.com
Mon, Feb 17
Europe will not be part of Ukraine peace talks, US envoy says
Europe won't have a seat at the table for Ukraine peace talks, Donald Trump's Ukraine envoy said on Saturday, after Washington sent a questionnaire to European capitals to ask what they could contribute to security guarantees for Kyiv.Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Constellation Brands stock jumps as Buffett's Berkshire shows new investment
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRKa) holding company released its 13F for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, on Friday. The firm showed a new investment in Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ), a major alcoholic beverage producer.Investing.com
Mon, Feb 17
Bitcoin Ready For Price Leap To $300,000 – Analyst Explains Why
Dutch crypto analyst Gert van Lagen has shared an audacious bullish prediction of Bitcoin for the current bull cycle. This development comes amidst a continuous consolidation in the BTC market marked by no substantial price action in the past day.
Japan's GDP beats forecasts as consumption, business spending perk up
Q4 GDP rises annualised 2.8% vs forecast 1.0%Consumption growth slows to 0.1%; capex upGrowth momentum among factors BOJ sees key to further rate hikesAdds analyst comments, contextBy Makiko Yamazaki and Satoshi Sugiyama TOKYO, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Japan's economy grew faster than expected in t...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Japan's Nikkei ekes out gains despite looming tariff threats
TOKYO, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average edged higher in choppy trade on Monday, boosted by financial shares as gross domestic production rose more than expected while automakers dragged following Friday's headlines of possible U.S. tariffs aimed at imported cars.
Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
WTI holds steady above $70.50, eyes on Russia-Ukraine peace deal
WTI price may decline as supply concerns ease amid optimism over a potential Russia-Ukraine peace deal. Trump administration officials are set to meet with their Russian counterparts in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. Global Oil demand has risen to 103.4 million barrels per day, up 1.4 million bpd from tFxstreet
Mon, Feb 17
Fed chair Jerome Powell has been in touch with the White House many times
Mr. President Donald Trump is the most unpredictable person on the planet. Turns out, Jerome Powell has been in direct and frequent talks with the White House, despite the president’s very public dislike of him.Cryptopolitan
Mon, Feb 17
XRP Bullish Pennant Targets $15-$17, But Breakout Confirmation Required At This Level
XRP experienced a brief rally after the US Securities and Exchange Commission acknowledged Grayscale’s XRP ETF filing, momentarily causing bullish momentum. Although the surge has since slowed down, it has once again brought the $3 price level into focus.
Australian Dollar appreciates due to improved market sentiment
The Australian Dollar (AUD) continues its upward momentum against the US Dollar (USD) for the third straight day on Monday, supported by US President Donald Trump's decision to delay the implementation of reciprocal tariffs.
Fxstreet
Mon, Feb 17
EUR/USD trades below 1.0500 after pausing winning streak
EUR/USD remains subdued despite a positive market mood. A weaker US retail sales report has fueled speculation that the Fed could cut interest rates later this year. The EUR/USD pair could further rise if a Ukraine ceasefire is reached and gas supplies resume.Fxstreet
Mon, Feb 17
China’s central bank says the yuan could save global economy
People’s Bank of China (PBOC) Governor Pan Gongsheng told global leaders at the AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies in Saudi Arabia that while other currencies are crumbling against the rising U.S. dollar, the yuan has stayed steady.
Cryptopolitan
Mon, Feb 17
