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Indian IT stocks slide over 4% amid AI and US rate cut concerns
Feb 12 (Reuters) - Shares of Indian software exporters slid more than 4% on Thursday, extending losses for the week, as persistent fears of AI-led disruption and fading hopes of a near-term rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve weighed on sentiment. The Nifty IT .NIFTYIT index fell to a four...Reuters
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Which 13 States Don't Tax Retirement Income?
Key PointsSome states don't tax any form of income, including regular and retirement income. If a state doesn't have an income tax, you're still not exempt from federal taxes.Your federal tax bill on Social Security is based on your combined income.The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees com...The Motley Fool
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iPhone 17 Bucked China Mobile Lull in January, Counterpoint Says
Apple’s iPhone was the only smartphone line to register growth in China sales in January, according to Counterpoint Research, Bloomberg News reported.Every major Chinese mobile maker, from Huawei Technologies Co. to Xiaomi Corp., saw major declines in a market that was down 23% overall, Counterpoint...Tiger News
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Prediction: This AI Stock Will Soar After Feb. 25. Here's Why.
Key PointsNvidia is set to release its quarterly results on Feb. 25.The company is likely to crush analysts' expectations due to the robust demand for its AI chips.Nvidia's next-generation processors should help the company post solid guidance.10 stocks we like better than Nvidia › Shares of Nvidia ...The Motley Fool
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James Hardie's ASX shares extend gains, Morningstar sees AZEK buy yielding sales growth
ASX-listed shares of James Hardie JHX.AX extend gains, rising 0.9% to A$37.19, reaching their highest level since August 19, 2025Fibre cement maker on Wednesday logged third-quarter adjusted net profit of $142.2 million, beating Visible Alpha estimate of $130.1 million; shares rose as much as 14% Al...Reuters
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ANALYSIS-Markets sense opportunity as erratic US spurs 'middle powers' into action
Fractured world order spurring "middle powers" to action Trade deals, pro-active policies seen boosting non-US stocks"Made in Europe" strategy impact could be limited - analysts By Dhara Ranasinghe and Sophie Kiderlin LONDON, Feb 12 (Reuters) - The global order once championed by...Reuters
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PRECIOUS-Gold edges lower on firmer dollar after strong US jobs data
Gold down 0.3% after more than 1% gain on WednesdaySpot silver down 0.8% after climbing 4% on WednesdayWeekly jobless claims, inflation data next in focusBy Ishaan Arora Feb 12 (Reuters) - Gold prices dipped on Thursday as the U.S. dollar firmed after stronger-than-expected January jobs data dent...Reuters
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Why I'm Not Buying the Dip in Shopify Stock
Key PointsShares of Shopify are down 26% year to date.The e-commerce specialist's revenue rose 31% year over year during Q4.The company announced a $2 billion share repurchase program.10 stocks we like better than Shopify › E-commerce specialist Shopify (NASDAQ: SHOP) saw its shares take a hit on We...The Motley Fool
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UK Stocks-Factors to watch on February 12
Feb 12 (Reuters) - Britain's FTSE 100 .FTSE index is seen opening higher on Thursday, with futures FFIc1 up 0.38%.GREENCORE: Greencore's GNC.L second-largest shareholder is selling about 30.3 million shares of the Irish convenience food producer for about 88 million pounds ($120.16 million),...Reuters
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Indian IT stocks slide over 4% to four-month low
Feb 12 (Reuters) - Shares of Indian software exporters slid more than 4% on Thursday, hit by persistent fears of AI-led disruption in the sector and compounded by stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs data that dimmed hopes of near-term interest rate cuts.The Nifty IT .NIFTYIT index fell to a four-month ...Reuters
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Got $200? 1 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock to Buy and Hold for the Long Term.
Key PointsNvidia is preparing to launch its Rubin chip platform just as agentic AI is beginning to take off.The company acquired Groq, a proactive move for the future.Nvidia's strong momentum should carry forward as AI is still in its early innings.10 stocks we like better than Nvidia › Nvidia (NASD...The Motley Fool
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Alphabet Stock: Is It Time to Buy the Dip?
Key PointsAlphabet expects capital expenditures to soar this year.The company's revenue growth rate is accelerating as AI is driving demand for its services.Alphabet generates about 15% of its operating income from its fast-growing cloud computing business.10 stocks we like better than Alphabet › Sh...The Motley Fool
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Don't Tap Your IRA Early to Buy a Home in Today's Market
Key PointsEarly IRA withdrawals usually result in a 10% penalty.There's a limited exception for first-time homebuyers.Withdrawing IRA funds to buy a home is a move you might kick yourself for later. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Given that home prices today re...The Motley Fool
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China's Suzhou Ribo Life Science jumps on Madrigal licensing deal
Suzhou Ribo Life Science shares 6938.HK jump 14.9% to HK$80.8, their highest level since January 26Madrigal Pharmaceuticals MDGL.O said on Wednesday it has entered into a global licensing deal with Suzhou Ribo Life Science for six preclinical small interfering RNA programs to treat a type of liver d...Reuters
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PRECIOUS-Gold edges lower on firmer dollar after strong US jobs data
Gold down 0.3% after more than 1% gain on WednesdaySpot silver down 0.3% after climbing 4% on WednesdayWeekly jobless claims, inflation data next in focusBy Ishaan Arora Feb 12 (Reuters) - Gold prices dipped on Thursday, as the U.S. dollar firmed after stronger-than-expected January jobs data den...Reuters
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METALS-Nickel gains after Indonesia cuts quota for world's biggest nickel mine
Feb 12 (Reuters) - Nickel climbed on Thursday, after Indonesia sharply cut this year's mining quota for PT Weda Bay Nickel, the world's biggest mine for the critical mineral.The most-active nickel contract on the Shanghai Futures Exchange SNIcv1 climbed 2.49% to 140,570 yuan ($20,366.86) a m...Reuters
2 hours ago
2 No-Brainer Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now
Key PointsSome stocks give you the perfect blend of high yield and promising growth potential, including these two REITs.Digital Realty Trust owns more than 300 data centers, and demand for its services is heating up due to cloud computing and AI workloads. Stag Industrial owns more than 600 warehou...The Motley Fool
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4 Blue Chip Stocks Poised to Benefit From Singapore’s 11.1 Ha Industrial Land Launch
The Singaporean government has transferred 11.1 hectares of land through the "Industrial Government Land Sale" program. These plots are located in major industrial zones, demonstrating the government's confidence in the industrial economy.Perhaps it is now time for investors to shift their attention...Tiger News
3 hours ago
24H | Storage Shares Jump With SanDisk up 2.6%, Micron up 1.4%; Precious Metal Shares & ETFs Slide With Platinum Group Down over 4%; AGQ Down 2%
Storage shares jumped in overnight trading. SanDisk up 2.6%; Micron up 1.4%; Rambus up nearly 1%; Seagate Tech up within 1%.Precious metal shares and ETFs slid in overnight trading. Platinum Group down over 4%; AGQ, HYMC down around 2%.Tiger News
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Agoda's 'Hat Yai Lights Up' Campaign Invites Travelers to Experience the City Like Never Before
BANGKOK, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda is bringing the spotlight to one of Southern Thailand's most dynamic destinations with the launch of its new 'Hat Yai Lights Up' campaign, celebrating the area's recovery and return to business after last year's flooding....PR Newswire
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