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Australia's BlueScope steel climbs over 3-year peak as earnings beats estimate
By Rajasik Mukherjee Feb 17 (Reuters) - Shares of Australia's BlueScope Steel BSL.AX hit a more than 3-year high on Monday after the steelmaker's half-year underlying profit surpassed market expectations and its upbeat commentary on U.S. tariffs on steel imports. The stock gained as much ...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.
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Mon, Feb 17
BUZZ-XtalPi rises after co targets HK$250 million revenue to meet Hong Kong listing threshold
** Shares of XtalPi Holdings 2228.HK, a provider of drug and material science research and development solutions, jump as much as 9.7% to HK$7.25, their highest levels since November 8 ** Stock on track for the biggest one-day pct gain since February 10, if gains hold ** XtalPi, which went publ...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia shares mostly higher, yen buoyed by upbeat GDP
Asian stock markets : https://tmsnrt.rs/2zpUAr4Nikkei weathers rising yen, HK tech shares in limelightJapan GDP beats forecasts, dollar hit by poor retail data Investors wary of Russia-Ukraine talks, tariff news Adds China, European stocksBy Wayne Cole SYDNEY, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Asia share market...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
BUZZ-Australia's Star Entertainment rises on $413 million debt financing offer from Oaktree
** Shares of Australia's Star Entertainment SGR.AX rise 8.3% to A$0.13** The embattled casino operator says Oaktree Capital Management has offered to buy out its lenders and is willing to provide A$650 million ($413.66 million) in two debt facilities** Move comes as the troubled casino operator ...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia shares becalmed, dollar on back foot
Asian stock markets : https://tmsnrt.rs/2zpUAr4Nikkei restrained by rising yen, U.S. market holidayJapan GDP beats forecasts, dollar hit by poor retail data Investors wary of Russia-Ukraine talks, tariff news By Wayne Cole SYDNEY, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Asia share markets were becalmed by a Wall Stre...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Stryker launches ProCeed hospital bed
New hospital bed helps caregivers deliver efficient and quality care in markets outside the U.S. PORTAGE, Mich., Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stryker (NYSE:SYK), a global leader in medical technologies, announced the launch of the ProCeed hospital bed, offering simplicity while enhancing care acro...PR Newswire
Mon, Feb 17
Is Cava a Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?
The S&P 500 has risen about 20% over the past 12 months, which is a very strong performance. Cava Group's (NYSE: CAVA) stock price has rallied 160% over the same span. There's a lot to digest about that eye-popping share price advance when you consider the buy, sell, or hold call on this upstart res...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Is This Vanguard ETF a Millionaire Maker?
Everyone would love to make a million dollars through investing -- and there are various ways to set yourself off on the right path. One way is to invest in a broad range of quality stocks and hold on to them for the long term. Though this is something all of us can do, it requires some time and eff...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Why This Google Executive Thinks the Hype Around DeepSeek Is Overblown
Last month, a new artificial intelligence (AI) model emerged and made headlines in the markets for its effectiveness and low cost. Chinese company DeepSeek said its AI chatbot performed similarly to ChatGPT and that it cost less than $6 million to develop, causing many to wonder whether tech giants ...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
MORNING BID ASIA-Dollar, tech and tariff delays fuel rotation plays
By Jamie McGeever Feb 17 (Reuters) - A look at the day ahead in Asian markets. Asian markets go into the new week on the front foot, supported by the weaker dollar, an ongoing rebound in China, and a wider switch into global assets as investors rotate out of the 'U.S. exceptionalism' trad...Reuters
Sun, Feb 16
These 3 Social Security Claiming Ages Get More Popular Every Year
For as long as it's been an option, Social Security's earliest claiming age -- 62 -- has also been one of its most popular. In some years, more than half of those eligible to apply at 62 did so.But over the last 20 years, that number has been slowly falling. Now, only about a quarter of beneficiarie...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
The Path to Multibagger Stocks: Strategies for Financial Success
In this video, we delve into the world of multi-bagger stocks and how they can significantly enhance your investment portfolio. Discover key strategies and real-life examples that illustrate the potential for substantial returns, even amid some losses.*Stock prices used were the prices of Feb. 4, 20...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Prediction: 2 Stocks That Will Be Worth More Than SoundHound AI a Year From Now
SoundHound AI (NASDAQ: SOUN) has been one of the big winners in the AI boom so far.Shares of the voice-activated AI specialist jumped by more than 800% last year, though it has cooled off a bit since. Investors have bet on the fast-growing company, which got its start as a music identification app l...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
5 Social Security Changes That Happened in January 2025
The new year has already brought several significant financial changes, including changes to the Social Security benefits that millions of American seniors depend upon. Some of these are routine updates that we see in most years. But this year, we've also seen some unexpected changes.They may not al...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
2 Leading Tech Stocks to Buy in 2025
Tech stocks soared in 2024. The tech sector may have taken a pause in recent weeks, but the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) market index is still hovering just below the record highs it reached in December.But the soaring stock prices have not reached every corner of the tech market. A couple ...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
If You'd Invested $1,000 in Microsoft Stock 11 Years Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
Satya Nadella became CEO of Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) 11 years ago this month. At the time, he took over a software giant whose Windows operating system had been eclipsed by the rise of the smartphone.However, it was Nadella's reduced emphasis on the once-critical Windows operating system that revive...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Better Dividend Stock: Rexford Industrial vs. W.P. Carey
Rexford Industrial (NYSE: REXR) and W.P. Carey (NYSE: WPC) are slotted into different niches in the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector. Both have a focus on industrial assets, so investors looking at one might also want to consider the other. But when it comes to the way they run their respe...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Broadcom vs. Advanced Micro Devices: Wall Street Sees Much Faster Earnings Growth for One, But Thinks the Other Stock Will Outperform
Nvidia has been the undisputed winner of the artificial intelligence trade, as the leader in creating chips and network infrastructure that power AI solutions. However, there are plenty of competitors trying to get in on the action. After all, the potential market for AI is expected to be so big tha...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
