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Market warning lights flash amber after Trump tariff shock
Trump tariffs spark rout across world marketsWarning signals flashing but signs of distress so far containedSome $5 trillion wiped off S%P 500 companies' stock value By Amanda Cooper and Dhara Ranasinghe LONDON, April 4 (Reuters) - Global markets have been sucked into a downdraft after U.S. P...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
Commodities
US Plains HRW Wheat-Basis flat as farmers monitor crop conditions
CHICAGO, April 4 (Reuters) - Spot basis bids for hard red winter (HRW) were flat in the U.S. Plains on Friday as farmers remained hesitant to sell their crop due to persistent low prices, while also monitoring the conditions of their nascent wheat crop. * News that China imposed extra levies of 34% ...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
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Rite Aid weighs repeat bankruptcy filing, WSJ reports
April 4 (Reuters) - U.S. pharmacy chain Rite Aid is weighing a possible repeat bankruptcy after its recent financial restructuring failed to put the drugstore chain on a sustainable path, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday.The company has also been pursuing a sale of some or all of its busin...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
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Musk and OpenAI jury trial to begin in spring next year
By Anna Tong OAKLAND, April 4 (Reuters) - - Billionaire Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI will go to a jury trial in spring 2026, the federal judge presiding over the case decided on Friday. Last month, OpenAI and Musk agreed to fast-track a trial over OpenAI's for-profit shift, the late...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
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Weekend Talk Shows/April 5-6
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Fri, Apr 4
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Taiwan's top security official visits US for talks, source says
WASHINGTON, April 4 (Reuters) - The head of Taiwan's National Security Council arrived in the United States for talks with President Donald Trump's administration, a source familiar with the matter said on Friday, days after China's military concluded war games around Taiwan.Joseph Wu wa...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
Cryptocurrencies
Crypto Bombshell: Donald Trump’s Mass Tariffs Have Happened Twice Before, Here’s The Outcome
Donald Trump’s mass tariffs continue to send shockwaves across the global markets, including the crypto market. Interestingly, a similar development with tariffs has occurred twice in the past, and history suggests that they could have far-reaching consequences, even more than what financial experts...Bitcoinist
Fri, Apr 4
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Los Angeles County to settle over 6,800 sex abuse claims for $4 billion
By Kanishka SinghApril 4 (Reuters) - Los Angeles County said on Friday it reached a $4 billion tentative agreement to settle more than 6,800 sexual abuse claims dating back to 1959, calling it the costliest financial settlement in the county's history.The deal will settle lawsuits filed by thous...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
Stocks
Wabtec: An Industrial Leader Facing Growth Headwinds
Explore the exciting world of Westinghouse Air Brake (NYSE: WAB) with our expert analysts in this Motley Fool Scoreboard episode. Check out the video below to gain valuable insights into market trends and potential investment opportunities!*Stock prices used were the prices of Feb. 26, 2025. The vid...The Motley Fool
Fri, Apr 4
Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin Keeps Rebounding—But Is Momentum Really Turning Bullish?
Bitcoin has seen yet another bounce in the past day, adding to the recent series of rebounds. Here’s what on-chain data says regarding if BTC is going anywhere with them. Bitcoin Realized Profit/Loss Ratio Could Shed Light On Broader Dynamics In its latest weekly report, the on-chain analytics...NewsBTC
Fri, Apr 4
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Baseball-Mets hero Alonso savors dream return to Queens after free agency drama
By Amy TenneryNEW YORK, April 4 (Reuters) - First baseman Pete Alonso reminded the Mets - again - of his worth on Friday with his third home run in four games as New York beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-0 in their home opener.The four-time All-Star knocked a two-run homer over the right field wall in h...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
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Netanyahu expected to visit White House on Monday, Axios reports
WASHINGTON, April 4 (Reuters) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to visit the White House on Monday, Axios reported on Friday, citing four sources with knowledge of the matter.The report added that if the visit takes place as planned, the Israeli leader would be the first foreig...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
Stocks
WRAPUP 2-Financial markets face fear, shellshock as global trade war looms
Wall Street 'fear gauge' closes at 5-year highNasdaq enters bear market as stocks slump over 10% in two daysEuro volatility spikes, dollar swings amid tariff newsFX and bond market volatility jumpUS sovereign credit default swaps on the riseU.S. Treasury yields fall as safe-haven buying incr...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
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Tufts student's immigration arrest case moved to Vermont, not Louisiana, by US judge
Tufts student Rumeysa Ozturk's case transferred from Massachusetts to VermontACLU argued Trump administration engaged in "forum shopping"Ozturk co-authored pro-Palestinian opinion piece before arrestBy Nate Raymond and Jack Queen April 4 (Reuters) - The Trump administration on Friday ...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
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Trump administration violated court order by pausing FEMA grants, judge rules
Judge John McConnell says administration violating order blocking funding freezeStates say pause on FEMA grants jeopardized emergency programsBy Nate Raymond April 4 (Reuters) - A federal judge ruled on Friday that Republican U.S. President Donald Trump's administration violated a court order...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
Cryptocurrencies
Trump’s policies have shaken Amazon
Volatility and uncertainty are rattling Amazon employees, suppliers, and sellers as a sudden wave of new tariffs takes effect. The turmoil has made forecasting and planning almost impossible, forcing teams to scramble for answers as President Donald Trump’s evolving trade policy shakes the largest e-commerce retailer in the United States. On Thursday, the market took […]Cryptopolitan
Fri, Apr 4
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North Carolina judges open door to tossing 60,000 ballots in high court race
Republican candidate for North Carolina Supreme Court trails by 734 votesDemocratic Justice Allison Riggs says ruling imperils over 60,000 ballotsAppeal to North Carolina Supreme Court expectedBy Nate RaymondApril 4 (Reuters) - A North Carolina appeals court on Friday sided with a Republican candida...Reuters
Fri, Apr 4
Stocks
Why Nike Stock Rose in a Brutal Day for the Market
Nike (NYSE: NKE) stock managed to post gains Friday despite another big sell-off for the broader market. The company's share ended the day's trading up 3%. The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC), Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC), and Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI) fell 6%, 5.8%, and 5.5%...The Motley Fool
Fri, Apr 4
