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LIVE MARKETS-'Bump on the road' or gaping chasm?
Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at markets.research@thomsonreuters.com 'BUMP ON THE ROAD' OR GAPING CHASM?Is the crisis in the Middle East and its fallout on global markets just a "bump on ...Reuters
Thu, Mar 5
Japanese bonds draw biggest foreign inflows in four weeks
March 5 (Reuters) - Japanese bonds attracted their largest foreign inflow in four weeks in the week to February 28 as elevated yields and renewed pledges of fiscal discipline by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi drew investors.Foreigners bought a net 2.5 trillion yen ($15.92 billion) of Japanese bonds d...Reuters
Thu, Mar 5
Is Sprouts Farmers Market Stock Going to $100?
Key PointsSince August, Sprouts Farmers Market's stock has slid on slowing sales and squeezed margins.Better-than-expected results released last month have put the stock in comeback mode.It may be a stretch for the stock to reach $100 per share in near future.10 stocks we like better than Sprouts Fa...The Motley Fool
Thu, Mar 5
Crypto Daily | Bitcoin Rises Above $72,000; Kraken Is First Crypto Firm to Secure Fed Payment Access
Crypto Daily is our column tracking crypto market trends, offering timely insights and valuable updates to keep you informed.Crypto NewsBitcoin(BTC) Rises Above $72,427 with a 6.28% Increase in 24 HoursBitcoin rose to $72,000 and is now trading at $72,427, with a narrowed 6.28% increase in 24 hours....Tiger News
Thu, Mar 5
Hang Seng and Hang Seng Tech Index Turn Lower Intraday, Rose Over 1.5% in Morning, May Have Entered Technical Bear Market
TradingKey - Major Hong Kong stock indices fluctuated during Thursday’s Asian trading session. The Hang Seng Index and the Hang Seng Tech Index rose by more than 1.5% in early trading before gains quickly evaporated and turned into losses, signaling that market sentiment remains highly unstable.TradingKey
Thu, Mar 5
BILI: Ads holding up; the platform is in a tough patch ---
After HK market close on Mar 5 (Beijing time), $Bilibili(BILI.US) reported Q4 FY2025 results. Ads were the standout, while other segments were broadly in line.In detail: Key takeaways below.1. Ads: strong growth with runway: Q4 ad revenue grew 27% YoY, slightly beating the Street. The drivers includ...Dolphin Research
Thu, Mar 5
GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian shares surge, led by KOSPI; Treasuries fall as traders weigh war impact
KOSPI leads Asian market surge with 11.2% gainU.S. Senate backs Trump's military campaign against IranChina sets 2026 growth target at 4.5%-5%By Rocky Swift TOKYO, March 5 (Reuters) - Asian shares rallied on Thursday and U.S. Treasuries declined, pointing to a tentative recovery in risk appet...Reuters
Thu, Mar 5
BREAKINGVIEWS-War angst and AI hype mar Seoul's market ambitions
By Robyn MakHONG KONG, March 5 (Reuters Breakingviews) - When South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung took office in June, many were sceptical of his campaign pledge to double the country's benchmark KOSPI index .KS11 to 5,000 within his five-year term. Just eight months later, though, the KOS...Reuters
Thu, Mar 5
Stock-Split Watch: Is Nvidia Next?
Key PointsNvidia's stock is up 50% from its last split in 2024.The stock has split, on average, every four years, often at a lower price than its current one.However, recent splits have only happened at much higher prices.10 stocks we like better than Nvidia › One of the biggest winners of the artif...The Motley Fool
Thu, Mar 5
MORNING BID EUROPE-'Bump on the road' or gaping chasm?
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rocky Swift Is the crisis in the Middle East and its fallout on global markets just a "bump on the road" or does it portend a long period of uncertainty for global trade?The rosier take was voiced by U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wrig...Reuters
Thu, Mar 5
This AI Stock Could Be a Key Winner With Another Decade of Growth
Key PointsAmazon got hit with a big sell-off following its latest quarterly report, and the stock has significantly underperformed the S&P 500 in recent years.Amazon's massive infrastructure investments could help it be a huge AI winner over the next decade.10 stocks we like better than Amazon › Ama...The Motley Fool
Thu, Mar 5
Coal India gains as Citi hikes price target
Coal India's COAL.NS stock up 3.2% to 449.5 rupees, top gainer on Nifty 50 index .NSEI, which is up 0.51%Stock set to rise most in a session since Jan 28COAL above 100-day, 200-day SMAs since late DecCiti hikes PT to 430 rupees from 415 rupees, expects stock to rise in next 90 days Brokerage say...Reuters
Thu, Mar 5
Australia's CSL to supply vaccines to Canada in case of flu pandemic; shares jump
Shares of CSL CSL.AX rise as much as 3.5% to A$147.90, their highest level since February 24Co's vaccine business, CSL Seqirus, wins contract to support influenza pandemic preparedness plans of the Canadian government, per Australia-Canada joint statement CSL Seqirus' advanced cell-based vac...Reuters
Thu, Mar 5
Foreign selloff in Asia stocks continues in February; Seoul hardest hit
By Gaurav Dogra March 5 (Reuters) - Foreigners sold Asian equities for a fourth straight month in February, as they booked profits and sharply cut exposure to South Korea amid concerns over stretched technology sector valuations and rising geopolitical risks.South Korea saw record foreign out...Reuters
Thu, Mar 5
SIXR Marks a New Phase as Its First Icon Players Drive Community Growth and Engagement
Dubai, UAE - March 05, 2026 - (SeaPRwire) - SIXR enters a new phase of development for its digital cricket platform following the introduction of its first Icon Players and the announcement of fan-focused engagement initiatives intended to build early community momentum ahead of the game's launch.The platform has announced the involvement of internationally recognized cricketers Chris Gayle and Shahid Afridi as Icon Players, marking an important step in shaping how fans will eventually interact with the SIXR ecosystem. Their participation establishes the foundation for a future experience in which gamers are expected to engage with cricket-inspired challenges built around elite-level play.The launch of the first #SIXRChallenge on September 16, 2025, marked an initial step in that direction. The challenge introduced fans to the platform's broader vision through time-limited awareness initiatives and community-driven campaigns, offering an early look at how SIXR intends to connect fans with the sport ahead of a future digital experience. Participation during this phase has centered on waitlist registration and early-stage challenge participation shared through the platform's official channels.Chris Gayle's announcement as SIXR's first Icon Player established the framework for how internationally recognized cricketers are planned to be integrated into the platform. Shahid Afridi later joined the initiative, reinforcing the platform's focus on aligning iconic players with fan-first digital experiences. Their involvement signals the role Icon Players are intended to play as central figures within the SIXR ecosystem once gameplay becomes available.The next phase for SIXR will focus on the beta release of its game, which is due to launch in the second of 2026, where fans will be able to step into the experience as Icon Players and compete in planned, cricket-inspired formats. The platform is being developed to support interactive challenges that emphasize timing, strategy and decision-making, with future opportunities planned for fans to earn the chance to face Icon Players in competitive digital environments.By establishing its Icon Player roster ahead of launch, SIXR is positioning its platform around participation and community growth from the outset. This milestone reflects the company's intent to evolve digital cricket engagement by planning to embed elite player influence into gameplay design, rather than limiting involvement to promotional appearances.As SIXR moves closer to launch, fans are invited to sign up for updates and be among the first to play by joining the waitlist at sixrcricket.com/waitlist.About SIXRSIXR is a digital sports platform currently in development, focused on building interactive cricket experiences centered on participation and community engagement. The platform is being designed to incorporate digital representations of internationally recognized players alongside fan-focused challenges intended to reflect the strategy and competitive elements of the sport. Through its planned gameplay and engagement formats, SIXR aims to create a digital environment where fans can connect with cricket beyond traditional viewing, blending sport, interaction and community ahead of its game launch.Contact detailsBrand: SIXRContact: Ahad Bhai, CEOEmail: ahad@sixrcricket.comWebsite: https://sixrcricket.com/05/03/2026 Dissemination of a Financial Press Release, transmitted by EQS News.The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.Media archive at www.todayir.comEQS
Thu, Mar 5
Australia's First Graphene rises on graphene distribution agreement
Shares of First Graphene FGR.AX up 6.9% at A$0.077, set for their strongest session since February 9, if current trends holdGraphene product maker enters new distribution agreement with SuperGrafeno to distribute graphene-enhanced cement and concrete solutions to CanadaAbout 1.4 million shares chang...Reuters
Thu, Mar 5
Hong Kong Stock Market Update | The Hang Seng Index rose 1.72%, the Hang Seng Tech Index increased, with over 70% of popular tech stocks leading the way, highlighting sector differentiation and capital flow
The three major indices of the Hong Kong stock market collectively rebounded moderately today, with the Hang Seng Index and the Hang Seng Tech Index both achieving gains, but failing to break through the recent highs. The internet and information sectors boosted market sentiment, with Tencent and Baidu becoming the focus of capital attention. The energy sector saw a significant pullback, with individual stocks experiencing increased volatility, and structural opportunities and capital flows showing clear divergence. Capital activity in popular tech stocks was lively, and the market continued to pay attention to macro data and policy trends, with short-term sentiment remaining stable yet cautiousLongport
Thu, Mar 5
