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GLOBAL MARKETS-US bonds, dollar battered as 'sell America' trade heats up
Trump's tariffs on China trigger fears of recessionU.S. Treasuries and dollar hit by selloff, yields rise sharplyGlobal markets face crisis-era volatility, stocks and commodities plummetBy Amanda Cooper and Stella Qiu LONDON/SYDNEY, April 9 (Reuters) - Global markets took a pummelling on Wedn...Reuters
Wed, Apr 9
Quantum Computing Is a Hot Topic in the Artificial Intelligence Sector. But Which Stocks Will Still be Around Decades From Now?
For the past few years, investors have become enamored with the prospects of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. But for the most part, developers have been touting the same carousel of ideas -- explaining how AI is leading to breakthroughs in training large language models, helping build auton...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
Stock Market Crash: Here's 1 High-Dividend Stock That Could Be a Steal Right Now
Real estate investment trusts, or REITs, aren't well known for their volatility, and as a group, they tend to be more resilient than the typical S&P 500 company during tough times.We're seeing this during the recent market downturn. The S&P 500 is down by roughly 12% as of this writing, since Presid...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
Should Investors Buy Affirm Stock During the Nasdaq Bear Market?
Affirm (NASDAQ: AFRM) stock is down significantly due to the broader market sell-off.*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of April 5, 2025. The video was published on April 7, 2025.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to bu...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
Want Stable Passive Income? 2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now.
In an era of economic uncertainty and market volatility, the quest for reliable income has become increasingly important for investors. While growth stocks may capture headlines, dividend-paying companies form the backbone of many successful retirement portfolios. The appeal is straightforward: regu...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
Apple rises as Jefferies upgrades to 'Hold' on anticipation of tariff exemption
**Shares of Apple AAPL.O up 1.59% at $175.16 in premarket trading** Jefferies upgrades stock to 'hold' from 'underperform'; slashes PT to $167.88 from $202.33** "We upgrade to Hold, given the stock's recent fall," brokerage says with stock having fallen ~23% since Trump a...Reuters
Wed, Apr 9
Will Intel Stock Be a Trade War Winner?
Semiconductor giant Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) has a new CEO ready to shake up the company after years of disappointing results. Intel has been losing market share to AMD in its core CPU businesses, struggling to gain a foothold in the AI accelerator market, and pouring billions into new factories and man...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
3 Reasons to Buy Deckers Outdoor Stock Like There's No Tomorrow
After a record-breaking rally in 2024 when shares of Deckers Outdoor (NYSE: DECK) soared by 82%, the stock slammed into a brick wall in early 2025 and is now down 53% from its 52-week high as of this writing.Even as the footwear company posts strong financials, it hasn't escaped the broader stock ma...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
MORNING BID AMERICAS-It's a 'bond story' now
LONDON, April 9 (Reuters) - What matters in U.S. and global markets todayBy Anna Szymanski, Editor-in-Charge, Reuters Commentary Global markets have been pummeled yet again on Wednesday as President Donald Trump's eye-popping 104% tariffs on China took effect and a savage selloff in U.S. bon...Reuters
Wed, Apr 9
1 Growth Stock Down 37% to Buy Right Now
The stock market is having a terrible year so far. President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs have rattled investors and analysts. There is rising fear that an impending global trade war will lead to a global recession.Some investors have been booking profits in equities and moving toward "safer inve...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
LIVE MARKETS-Looking for tariff busters?
STOXX 600 down 3.3%S&P 500 futures volatile, down 0.2%Pharma underperforms in Europe 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.LOOKING FOR TARIFF BUSTERS?No one knows where...Reuters
Wed, Apr 9
Gold miners rise on "reciprocal" tariffs, weak dollar
** U.S.-listed shares of gold miners rise premarket, tracking prices of bullion GOL/ ** Spot gold XAU= up 2.1% at $3,047.68/ounce** Prices rose after U.S. President Donald Trump's "reciprocal" tariffs kicked in with a weaker dollar, and rising prospect of U.S. rate cuts lent support** S...Reuters
Wed, Apr 9
INDIA STOCKS-Indian shares mirror global rout as trade war overshadows RBI's moves
By Bharath Rajeswaran April 9 (Reuters) - Indian shares fell on Wednesday, mirroring a global market rout triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs, as a widely expected rate cut and dovish shift by the Reserve Bank of India did little to lift sentiment. The NSE Nifty 50 .NSEI d...Reuters
Wed, Apr 9
Here's How to Tell if You Qualify for Spousal Social Security Benefits
There is a lot more to Social Security than the retirement benefits that tens of millions of retired workers receive every month. One extremely important part of the program is known as Social Security spousal benefits.Spousal benefits can provide much-needed retirement income to married couples whe...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Is Down 35%. Here's Why Now Could Be the Best Time to Buy the AI Stock.
Conditions continue to work in favor of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC) (NYSE: TSM). The world's largest chip producer already controls two-thirds of the foundry market, according to TrendForce. Moreover, with artificial intelligence (AI) demand growing at a rapid clip, the need for the ch...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
DIARY-Federal Reserve Events
***Denotes a new entry. -------------------------------------------------------- Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) MEETING DATES: 2025May 6-7 (second day: statement released 1400 EDT/1800 GMT; news conference expected 1430 EDT/1830 GMT)June 17-18 (second day: statement released 1400 EDT/1800 ...Reuters
Wed, Apr 9
Wall Street Titan Jamie Dimon Just Gave a Big Warning on the Stock Market. And Trump's Tariffs Are Only Part of It.
JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM) Chief Executive Officer Jamie Dimon is one of the most respected voices on Wall Street.Dimon leads the nation's largest bank by assets, and he successfully steered JPMorgan Chase through the great financial crisis without needing a bailout. The company and Wall Street anal...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
Got $3,000? 2 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Long Term
It's hard to watch the value of your investments falter in a short period, but everyone is in the same boat. The good news is that market declines are historically excellent buying opportunities. Markets can fall but they inevitably hit bottom and skyrocket back to new highs over time, providing han...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
Should Investors Buy StoneCo Stock?
StoneCo's (NASDAQ: STNE) business faces macroeconomic challenges due to higher interest rates and inflation in Brazil.*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of April 5, 2025. The video was published on April 7, 2025.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they bel...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
Should You Buy Intuitive Machines Stock While It's Trading Below $8?
It's been just over a year since Intuitive Machines (NASDAQ: LUNR) made history as the first private company to achieve a successful lunar landing. The mission marked a milestone in commercial space exploration, but more importantly, it solidified the company's position as a leader in the burgeoning...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 9
