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Are Democrats Still Buying Teslas? Are Republicans Replacing Lost Buyers? Here's What the Data Says
Key PointsIn these polarized times, Elon Musk's vocal political activity risked alienating millions of potential customers in a niche of the consumer discretionary sector. 2024 marked Tesla's first fall in car sales in 12 years.Musk's political activity likely hurt the company, but Tesla faces bigge...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
US launches review of advanced Nvidia AI chip sales to China, sources say
Trump administration move could pave way for Nvidia H200 chip sales to ChinaCommerce Department sends license applications for interagency reviewConcerns remain over chips boosting China's military and AI capabilitiesBy Alexandra Alper WASHINGTON, Dec 18 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trum...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Nike’s China conundrum deepens as turnaround stagnates
Nike's China sales decline for sixth consecutive quarterCEO Hill admits need to reset China strategyCompetition from domestic brands Anta and Li-Ning intensifiesNike's stock down 13% this year, facing fourth consecutive annual declineBy Nicholas P. Brown and Juveria Tabassum Dec 18 (Reute...
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Fri, Dec 19
Japan's 10-year bond yield hits 1999 high as BOJ hikes rates; tech drives Nikkei rally
By Kevin Buckland TOKYO, Dec 19 (Reuters) - Japan's 10-year government bond yield jumped to a 26-year peak on Friday after the Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a three-decade high and signalled more policy tightening.The Nikkei share average .N225 rose, led by artificial intelligence-li...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Japan's 10-year bond yield hits 1999 high as BOJ hikes rates; tech leads Nikkei rally
TOKYO, Dec 19 (Reuters) - Japan's 10-year government bond yield jumped to a 26-year peak on Friday after the Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a three-decade high and signalled more policy tightening.The Nikkei share average .N225 rose, led by gains in artificial intell...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Swiss stocks - Factors to watch on December 19
ZURICH/GDANSK, Dec 19 (Reuters) - Here are some of the main factors that may affect Swiss stocks on Friday:COMPANY NEWSDaetwyler Holding DAE.S acquires majority stake in Capsul’in.ANALYSTS' VIEWSSCHWEITER TECHNOLOGIES AG SWTQ.S - Baader Helvea cuts to "reduce" from "add"; cuts ta...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
ANALYSIS -'Marvellous' emerging markets tipped for another star showing in 2026
Emerging market local currency bonds return 18%, stocks up 26% in 2025Investors say emerging economies benefited from diversification push, reformsBearish views on EM prospects have disappeared, sentiment at record high -HSBC survey'History suggests that you have to be cautious when everybody ag...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Bund futures dip after EU leaders agree on Ukraine lending
SINGAPORE, Dec 19 (Reuters) - German bund futures fell slightly in Asia hours on Friday after European Union leaders agreed to borrow cash to fund a 90 billion euro ($105 billion) loan to Ukraine.Ten-year bund futures FGBLc1 slipped 22 ticks or around 0.2% to 127.35 for an implied yield of 2.86%, ab...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Prediction: Bitcoin Will Be Worth $250,000 in 5 Years
Key PointsBitcoin's CAGR from August 2017 to November 2025 is a stunning 44%.If Bitcoin can grow at a CAGR of 25% over the next five years, it can hit a price of $250,000.While Bitcoin has long been a top-performing asset, it is also prone to dramatic boom-and-bust cycles.10 stocks we like better th...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
The S&P 500 Is Making History to End 2025, But Is It Something Investors Should Celebrate or Be Worried About?
Key PointsThis is the second most expensive S&P 500 in history, based on the Shiller P/E ratio.Much of the S&P 500's high valuation stems from its concentration in mega-cap tech stocks.Investors shouldn't let the current state of the S&P 500 keep them on the sidelines.10 stocks we like better than V...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
REFILE-MORNING BID EUROPE-Japan's savers get to party like it's 1999
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.It's taken 30 years, but Japanese savers can finally get 0.75% for their money - just don't spend it all at once. The Bank of Japan did what everyone expected, because it had been telegraphed by the bank itself, and raise...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
HK-listed Man Wah jumps most in 10 months on buying US furniture maker
Man Wah Holdings 1999.HK jumps 8% to HK$4.75; set for biggest one-day pct gain since February 14Stock hits highest since December 8Sofas and ancillary products maker's unit agrees to buy 100% of U.S. furniture maker Gainline Recline Intermediate Corp for $58.7 mln, inclusive of debtSays Group...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Down 60%, Should You Buy the Dip on QUBT Stock?
Key PointsQuantum computing stocks have pulled back in recent months on concerns about an AI bubble.Quantum Computing Inc. is the smallest of the major quantum computing stocks.There have not been any insider purchases of the stock this year. 10 stocks we like better than Quantum Computing › Quantum...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
China stocks inch higher, set to end week flat as investors await fresh cues
SHANGHAI, Dec 19 (Reuters) - China stocks rose on Friday but were headed for a flat week as an earnings lull kept investors cautious ahead of fresh policy signals, while Hong Kong shares were set for a weekly decline.China's blue-chip CSI300 Index .CSI300 and the Shanghai Composite Index .SSEC b...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Want $10,000 in Passive Income? This Vanguard ETF Could Be Your Ticket to Making It Happen.
Key PointsThe Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF holds companies with high forecast dividend yields over the next 12 months.This ETF has averaged a 3% dividend yield over the past decade.Its average annual total returns have been around 11.5% over the past decade.10 stocks we like better than Vanguard...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
Japan's Nikkei rallies, JGB yields hit 2006 high as BOJ hikes rates
By Kevin Buckland TOKYO, Dec 19 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average rose more than 1% on Friday and the 10-year government bond yields hit a 19-year high at 2% after the Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a three-decade high and signalled more policy tightening to come. The 10...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia stocks rally with Wall Street, Japan raises rates
Nikkei bounces, S&P futures flat after tech-led rallyBOJ hikes 25 bps, signals further tightening aheadYen still slips awaiting BOJ chief media conferenceBy Wayne Cole SYDNEY, Dec 19 (Reuters) - Asian share markets held Wall Street-driven gains on Friday while the yen eased after the Bank of ...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Australia's Calix hits over two-week high on U.S. contract win
Shares of Australia's Calix CXL.AX jump 23.1% to A$0.64, hitting their highest since December 1 Stock set for best day since mid November Environmental technology co executes a contract for the supply of magnesium hydroxide water treatment products to a new customer in the United StatesDeal is e...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
24H | Crypto Shares Jump as Bitcoin Rebounds to $87K. GameSquare up 8%; Bit Digital, DeFi Tech, BitMine up over 6%; IREN, Upexi up over 3%
Crypto shares jumped in overnight trading as bitcoin rebounded to $87,091; ether rose to $2,910.GameSquare up 8%; Bit Digital, DeFi Tech, BitMine up over 6%; IREN, American Bitcoin, Upexi up over 3%.Tiger News
Fri, Dec 19
Nike Stock Plummets. Time to Buy?
Key PointsChina weakness and tariffs continue to weigh heavily on Nike's profits.The company's direct-to-consumer sales are still declining.Fiscal 2026 is shaping up to be a transition year -- not a comeback year.10 stocks we like better than Nike › Nike (NYSE: NKE) shares were slammed after the spo...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
