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LIVE MARKETS-Europe before the bell: Futures dip, BoJ hikes, Nike sinks
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 EUROPE BEFORE THE BELL: FUTURES DIP, BOJ HIKES, NIKE SINKSEuropean stock futures are a touch softer as the last full trading week ...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Interested in SoFi Technologies? Mark Your Calendar for Jan. 26.
Key PointsSoFi is on track to report earnings per share for Q4 that exceed Wall Street estimates once again. Investors will be encouraged by meaningful customer additions and revenue and profit growth. 10 stocks we like better than SoFi Technologies › SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) has been one of...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
Adidas and Puma fall after Nike margin dip, weak China sales
Shares in German sportswear makers Adidas ADSGn.DE and Puma PUMG.DE fall 2% and 3% respectively in early Frankfurt trade, after rival Nike's NKE.N quarterly results on ThursdayThe U.S.-based sportswear giant reported a drop in gross margins for the second consecutive quarter, dragged by poor sal...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
BREAKINGVIEWS-AI data crunch speeds towards Napster moment
By Sebastian Pellejero NEW YORK, Dec 19 (Reuters Breakingviews) - The free lunch will come to an end for artificial intelligence in 2026. Over the past decade, developers from Google to Alibaba have largely been helping themselves to the internet buffet, devouring copyrighted material without pe...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
LIVE MARKETS-Japan's savers get to party like its 1999
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 JAPAN'S SAVERS GET TO PARTY LIKE ITS 1999It's taken 30 years, but Japanese savers can finally get 0.75% for their money - ...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Gamestop Could Be Going to $0. Buy This Stock Instead.
Key PointsGameStop stock has fallen 73% from its 2021 meme stock peak, and analysts expect more downside ahead.Amazon benefits from gaming's digital shift through Luna, Prime Gaming, Twitch, AWS infrastructure, and e-commerce.Every trend hurting GameStop (digital distribution, cloud gaming, online i...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
These AI Stocks Could Surge in December as Momentum Builds
Key PointsThe AI hyperscalers are planning on spending a record amount on capital expenditures during 2026.Nvidia and AMD are sparring for GPU supremacy.Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is a neutral party in the AI build-out. 10 stocks we like better than Nvidia › With December rolling toward its ...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
Crypto Daily | Bitcoin Rises to $87,000; Intuit to Use Circle Internet, USDC Infrastructure Across Its Platform
Crypto Daily is our column tracking crypto market trends, offering timely insights and valuable updates to keep you informed.Crypto NewsBitcoin (BTC) Rises to $87,000 with a 1.65% Increase in 24 HoursBitcoin (BTC) crossed the $87,000 benchmark and is now trading at $86,921, with a 1.65% increase in ...Tiger News
Fri, Dec 19
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
