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GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks tread with caution as Trump's tariff plans loom
Gold hangs near record high on safe-haven flowsCurrency market muted ahead of reciprocal tariffsInvestors brace for Trump's levies due at 2000 GMTBy Ankur Banerjee SINGAPORE, April 2 (Reuters) - Asian stocks wavered on Wednesday, while safe-haven gold held near record highs as a nervous worl...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
Australian shares close higher; focus on Trump tariffs
Investors await U.S. tariff plans, potential impact on AustraliaMiners down over 1%ASX200 logs second straight session of gainsBy Roshan Thomas April 2 (Reuters) - Australian shares inched higher on Wednesday, led by banks, although gains were limited as investors exercised caution ahead of U.S. ...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
EMERGING MARKETS-Asian stocks mixed, currencies tepid ahead of US tariff deadline
Currencies largely flat, equities mixedThailand may see impact of up to $8 bln from U.S. tariffsNew U.S. tariffs announcement scheduled for 2000 GMTBy Himanshi Akhand April 2 (Reuters) - Asian stock markets showed a varied performance on Wednesday, with currencies largely muted, as investors awai...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
EMERGING MARKETS-Asian stocks mixed, currencies tepid ahead of US tariff deadline
Currencies largely flat, equities mixedThailand may see impact of up to $8 bln from U.S. tariffsNew U.S. tariffs announcement scheduled for 2000 GMTBy Himanshi Akhand April 2 (Reuters) - Asian stock markets showed a varied performance on Wednesday, with currencies largely muted, as investors awai...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
Stakes high for investors as Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs loom
All eyes on Trump's planned tariff announcement on April 2 Stakes high as S&P 500 hovers near recent lowsGlobal financial markets could move sharply on the tariff newsWall St 'fear gauge' higherBy Saqib Iqbal Ahmed NEW YORK, April 2 (Reuters) - Global investors are close to ge...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
INDIA STOCKS-Indian benchmarks inch higher; caution prevails ahead of US tariffs
By Vivek Kumar M and Bharath Rajeswaran April 2 (Reuters) - India's benchmark indexes inched higher in early trades on Wednesday, driven by bank stocks, but uncertainty over the size and scope of U.S. President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs kept gains in check.The NSE Nifty 50 .NSEI r...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
UK Stocks-Factors to watch on April 2
April 2 - Britain's FTSE 100 .FTSE index is seen opening down on Wednesday, with futures FFIc1 down 0.37%. * THAMES WATER: Thames Water KMBWTH.UL said its debt restructuring proposals had secured approval, with over 95% of the outstanding principal amount of the qualifying Class A debt votin...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
MPay Integrates Guangzhou Metro QR Code via Alipay+, Accelerating Greater Bay Area Integration Through Transport Links
(Macao – April 2, 2025) – The integration of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) continues to accelerate, driven by advancements in infrastructure, deep tech collaboration, enhanced convenience for residents, and streamlined regulatory frameworks. On April 2, 2025, Guangzhou Metro, Ant Group, and MACAU Pass announced a partnership, enabling Macao residents to seamlessly use MPay for travel across Guangzhou’s entire public transportation network—including metro, buses, and ferries—as well as the Foshan Metro. Powered by Alipay+, Ant International’s cross-border mobile payment and digitalization solution, this initiative makes commuting within the GBA’s "Smart Living Circle" more convenient than ever. MPay users can activate the service by navigating to the "Cross-Border Zone" within the app and selecting "Guangzhou Metro" to generate a ride QR code. Payments are processed in MOP, with exclusive fare discounts under Guangzhou's public transport policy: a 20% reduction after spending RMB 80 in a month, increasing to 50% upon reaching RMB 200.As digital innovation continues to reshape daily life, the GBA is witnessing an accelerated integration of smart services. Since the launch of MPay’s Cross-Border Zone in August 2024, Macao residents have been able to use their familiar e-wallet for seamless transactions across the Chinese mainland. With access to over 70 cross-border mini-programs, users can enjoy personalized services and exclusive discounts across various sectors, including transportation, dining, and shared rentals.Sun Ho, Chairman and CEO of MACAU Pass, emphasized: "As a one-stop super app, MPay now supports a wide range of cross-border scenarios, spanning payments, transportation, and lifestyle services. Our integration with Guangzhou Metro marks a significant milestone for cross-border commuting, further advancing the GBA’s ‘1-Hour Living Circle.’ We're pioneering digital solutions in the Greater Bay Area using advanced technologies, creating replicable models for mainland expansion and enhanced regional connectivity."In recent years, policy reforms have streamlined entry for foreign nationals and Hong Kong/Macao residents. A spokesperson from Guangzhou Metro Group remarked: "Guangzhou and Macao are at the heart of the GBA, with strong intercity ties and metro systems as the backbone of daily commutes. Our partnership with Alipay+ and MPay enhances travel convenience for Macao residents while deepening regional cooperation. Looking ahead, we aim to unify transit systems with a nationwide QR code for urban rail, advancing a seamless ‘One Ticket, One Network’ strategy across the GBA."Venetia Lee, Greater China General Manager of Ant International, said: "Alipay+ is playing a key role in deepening GBA integration. Beyond improving cross-border connectivity, this initiative upgrades residents' consumption pattern from traditional spending to ‘experience-driven economy.’ More importantly, it enhances digital connectivity with warmth, making cross-border services resonate in daily life."02/04/2025 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
Apr 2, 2025
MORNING BID EUROPE-Markets at a standstill before tariff drama
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur BanerjeeWith less than 24 hours left until U.S. President Donald Trump unveils his reciprocal tariff plans to a nervous world, market moves have slowed to a crawl as investors hunker down and minimise their risk ahead of a likely vola...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
INDIA STOCKS-India's benchmarks inch higher at the open after Tuesday's drop
April 2 (Reuters) - India's benchmark indexes inched higher at the open on Wednesday after logging their worst day in a month in the previous session, with caution prevailing as investors awaited U.S. President Donald Trump's latest round of tariffs. The NSE Nifty 50 .NSEI rose 0.12% to 2...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks on tenterhooks as Trump's tariff plans loom
Gold hangs near record high on safe-haven flowsCurrency market muted ahead of reciprocal tariffsInvestors brace for Trump's leviesBy Ankur Banerjee SINGAPORE, April 2 (Reuters) - Asian stocks stuttered on Wednesday, while the safe-haven gold was stuck near record highs as a nervous world awai...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
Could Buying Celsius Stock Today Make You a Millionaire by 2030?
Every investor wants to make a lot of money from their holdings. This is exactly what Celsius (NASDAQ: CELH) has done. The health-focused energy drink purveyor has seen its shares skyrocket 2,560% just in the past five years (as of March 31), turning a small $38,000 initial capital outlay into a sev...The Motley Fool
Apr 2, 2025
Better Buy Right Now With $2,000: Bitcoin or Solana?
2025 has already been a chaotic year for both Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Solana (CRYPTO: SOL), with the former losing 6% of its value and the latter losing 28% even as both are exposed to major catalysts in the form of an emerging apparently pro-crypto regulatory regime in the U.S.But through the res...The Motley Fool
Apr 2, 2025
Is Now the Time to Buy the 3 Worst-Performing Stocks in the S&P 500 This Year?
Heading into trading on Monday, the S&P 500 was down around 5% to start 2025. Investors are worried about what lies ahead for the economy, and as a result, stocks have been in a free fall. The three worst-performing stocks on the broad index as of Monday were Deckers Outdoor (NYSE: DECK), Tesla (NAS...The Motley Fool
Apr 2, 2025
Better AI Stock: Amazon vs. Oracle
Artificial intelligence (AI) stocks have been some of the top performers on Wall Street over the last few years. Yet, just like any other sector, they come in many different shapes and sizes. So, let's review two of the largest and best-known AI stocks -- Oracle (NYSE: ORCL) and Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN...The Motley Fool
Apr 2, 2025
Australia's Treasury Wine hits over 4-yr low as Citi cuts to 'neutral'
** Shares of Treasury Wine Estates TWE.AX fall as much as 2.8% to A$9.350, their lowest level since February 16, 2021** Winemaker's stock posts biggest intraday percentage loss since March 5, set for fourth straight day of losses** Analysts at Citi downgrade stock to "neutral" from "...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
US STOCKS-S&P, Nasdaq end higher as Wall Street gyrates in Trump-tariffs limbo
April 1 (Reuters) - The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite both closed higher on Tuesday, after a topsy-turvy day on Wall Street dominated by investor angst ahead of the impending tariff announcements from the Trump administration.Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
NZ's Fisher & Paykel Healthcare jumps after Jefferies upgrades to 'buy'
** Shares of New Zealand's Fisher & Paykel Healthcare FPH.NZ rise as much as 2.9% to NZ$35.43, their highest levels since February 21** Analysts at Jefferies see the medical equipment maker mitigating impact of 25% U.S. tariffs on Mexican imports** Brokerage upgrades the medical equipment ma...Reuters
Apr 2, 2025
Why Rivian Stock Surged Today
Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) stock posted big gains in Tuesday's trading thanks to a pair of bullish catalysts. The electric vehicle (EV) company's shares ended the day up 6.4% amid the backdrop of a 0.3% gain for the S&P 500 and a 0.8% gain for the Nasdaq Composite.Rivian's valuation moved higher today fo...The Motley Fool
Apr 2, 2025
Otis Selected As Elevator and Escalator Supplier for Kaohsiung MRT Red Line Extension
TAIPEI, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Otis Taiwan will supply 65 elevators and escalators for the extension of the Kaohsiung MRT Red Line RLC01, expanding its presence in the city's transportation network. Otis Taiwan is part of Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS), the world leader in the m...PR Newswire
Apr 2, 2025
