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Economic Indicator
Fed hawks and doves: what US central bankers are saying
April 24 (Reuters) - U.S. central bankers are expected to leave short-term borrowing costs unchanged at their May 6-7 meeting as they wait for more clarity on President Donald Trump 's trade policy and gauge whether it pushes inflation and unemployment higher as they expect, and if so...Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
Cryptocurrencies
CME Group to launch XRP futures in May, pending regulatory review
Today, CME Group has announced plans to launch XRP futures on May 19, pending regulatory review. Market participants will be able to trade both a small-sized contract (2,500 XRP) and a larger-sized contract (50,000 XRP). CME Group XRP futures will be paid in cash and will be based on the CME CF XRP-Dollar Reference Rate. […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Apr 24
Other
U.S. RESEARCH ROUNDUP-ServiceNow, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Watsco
April 24 (Reuters) - Wall Street securities analysts revised their ratings and price targets on several U.S.-listed companies, including ServiceNow, Thermo Fisher Scientific and Watsco, on Thursday. HIGHLIGHTS * Cadence Design Systems Inc CDNS.O: JP Morgan raises to overweight from neut...Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
Other
Argentex Group Plc Confirms It Is In Advanced Discussions With IFX Payments
April 24 (Reuters) - Argentex Group PLC AGFX.L:ARGENTEX GROUP PLC - UPDATE RE. POSSIBLE OFFER & BRIDGE FUNDINGARGENTEX GROUP PLC: CONFIRMS IT IS IN ADVANCED DISCUSSIONS WITH IFX PAYMENTSARGENTEX GROUP PLC - IN ADVANCED DISCUSSIONS WITH IFX PAYMENTS FOR POSSIBLE ACQUISITION AT 2.49 PENCE PER SHA...Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
Indices
Dow Jones soars toward 40,000 on Fed rate cut bets, China’s optimism
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) registered gains of over 0.62% as investors became optimistic that the Federal Reserve (Fed) could cut interest rates at its June meeting amid growing concerns of a recession in the United States (US).Fxstreet
Thu, Apr 24
Stocks
PREVIEW: Gilead Sciences stock rises ahead of earnings
** Gilead Sciences GILD.O shares edging up 0.1% on Thurs ahead of qtrly results after the bell, with investors focused on HIV drug sales** Analysts expect qtrly rev up ~1.9% to $6.81 bln, adjusted EPS seen at $1.79 vs loss of $1.32 yr-ago, per LSEG** GILD stock has gained about 15% YTD, outperformin...Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
Commodities
US aims to boost offshore oil drilling by easing pressure rules
By Timothy Gardner WASHINGTON, April 24 (Reuters) - The U.S. Interior Department said on Thursday it has implemented new guidelines for allowable pressure differences in a certain type of oil drilling in part of the Gulf of Mexico, changes it expects can boost U.S. oil output.President Donald Tru...Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
Commodities
Power company PG&E misses first-quarter profit estimates on higher expenses
April 24 (Reuters) - PG&E Corp PCG.N missed first-quarter profit estimates on Thursday, as the power company was hurt by higher operating and interest expenses.Higher-for-longer interest rates push up borrowing costs for utility companies, which typically need more capital for expenses such as m...Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin Sees Largest Exchange Outflow Since Feb 2023 – Re-Accumulation Underway?
Bitcoin is gaining momentum once again, breaking above the $93,000 level and signaling renewed strength in the market. After weeks of volatility and hesitation, bulls appear to be in control as the leading cryptocurrency pushes toward new local highs. However, the path ahead remains challenging as m...Bitcoinist
Thu, Apr 24
Cryptocurrencies
Forget Cardano (ADA) and Avalanche (AVAX), The New Token Everyone Talks About Will Bring Massive Returns in 2025
Cardano has been known for sustainability and scalability, a blockchain platform that prioritizes energy efficiency and robust infrastructure. Avalanche has set the bar for transaction speed and interoperability, a multi-chain framework that’s as flexible as it is fast. Both have carved out their niches in the crypto space and are helping to make the digital […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Apr 24
Other
Adobe adds AI models from OpenAI, Google to its Firefly app
By Stephen Nellis SAN FRANCISCO, April 24 (Reuters) - Adobe ADBE.O said on Thursday it is adding image-generation artificial intelligence models from OpenAI and Alphabet's Google GOOGL.O to its Firefly app and bringing the app to mobile devices.Adobe is the owner of multiple software programs...Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
Commodities
Guyana's oil output fell to 627,000 bpd in March, averaged 631,000 bpd in Q1
GEORGETOWN, April 24 (Reuters) - Oil production in Guyana fell to 627,000 barrels per day (bpd) in March from some 648,000 bpd the previous month, reaching an average of 631,000 bpd in the first quarter, the South American country's energy ministry said on Thursday.Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
Other
Boeing poised to resell jets as tariffs hit China trade
Boeing may redirect jets squeezed out of China by tariffsChina represents 10% of Boeing's commercial plane backlogWashington open to de-escalating trade warAirbus has held on-off talks for major China order, sources sayBy Lisa Barrington, Tim Hepher and Abhijith Ganapavaram SEOUL/PARIS, April...Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
Other
CORRECTED-Trump says he thinks Putin will listen to him on stopping strikes in Ukraine
WASHINGTON, April 24 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said he thinks Russian President Vladimir Putin will listen to him on stopping the strikes on Ukraine, after urging Moscow's leader in a Truth Social post earlier on Thursday to stop the attacks. As he entered the White House with ...Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
Other
CRE market sentiment dropped by most in Q1 since pandemic, survey finds
By Matt TracyWASHINGTON, April 24 (Reuters) - Optimism in the U.S. market for commercial real estate financing witnessed its second largest drop ever in the first quarter, triggered by President Donald Trump's new tariff policies, a new survey found.In a survey of CRE financing participants cond...Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
Economic Indicator
WRAPUP 2-US labor market holds steady for now; tariffs keep businesses on edge
Weekly jobless claims increase 6,000 to 222,000Continuing claims decline 37,000 to 1.841 millionDurable goods orders soar 9.2% in March on aircraft demandBusiness still cautious on equipment spending amid tariffsBy Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON, April 24 (Reuters) - The number of Americans filing new...Reuters
Thu, Apr 24
