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LIVE MARKETS-Semis could continue to see more support than software
Main US indexes red; Nasdaq off most, down >2%Tech weakest S&P 500 sector; Energy leads gainersDollar dips; bitcoin slides ~7%; crude gains ~1%; gold up >5%US 10-Year Treasury yield edges up to ~4.27%Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters....Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
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UK police confirm investigation into Mandelson over Epstein leaks
LONDON, Feb 3 (Reuters) - British police said on Tuesday they have launched an investigation into Peter Mandelson, Britain's former ambassador to the U.S., over alleged misconduct in public office following the release of millions of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein."I can confirm that t...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Commodities
Mexico to send US at least 350,000 acre-feet of water per year, US officials say
Feb 3 (Reuters) - Mexico has agreed to deliver a minimum of 350,000 acre-feet of water per year to the United States, the U.S. Secretaries of State and Agriculture said in a joint statement on Tuesday. "This is a win for American farmers and ranchers, and we appreciate President (Claudia She...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
Need to Cut Back on Retirement Savings This Year? At Least Aim to Do This.
Key PointsYou may need to scale back on retirement savings if higher costs are eating up your paycheck.If you can't save as much for retirement this year as last, at least aim to snag your full 401(k) match.Forgoing any part of that match means losing out on more than you think.The $23,760 Social Se...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 3
Cryptocurrencies
Ripple Just Secured Another Major Win In Its Mission For Powering Global Payments With XRP
Crypto payments company and XRP developer Ripple continues to expand its reach across global regions, with its latest move revealing a new license in Luxembourg. The team has shown that this license will allow the company to provide crypto-focused payment services within the country, marking another...Bitcoinist
Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
2 Cryptocurrency Tax Rule Changes Going Into Effect in 2026
Key PointsThe new 1099-DA form will track crypto trades like stock sales.Crypto traders need to report their cost basis for each separate exchange or wallet.These rules could make cryptocurrencies more appealing for institutional investors.10 stocks we like better than Bitcoin › Filing taxes can be ...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 3
Commodities
PRECIOUS-Gold set for biggest daily gain since 2008, silver also rebounds
Gold jumps over 5%, silver up over 9%Analyst sees gold resuming longer‑term riseNo US employment report on Friday due to partial government shutdownBy Anmol Choubey Feb 3 (Reuters) - Gold and silver prices rebounded sharply on Tuesday after a steep selloff over the previous two sessions, with the...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Forex
Billionaire investor Griffin says US dollar has lost some shine
Citadel head says US dollar lost some shine due to tariffs, political rhetoricGriffin calls for increased fiscal discipline, notes robust labor marketGriffin praises Fed chair choice, criticizes Trump family's business dealingsGriffin open to future political role but no immediate plansBy David ...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Cryptocurrencies
Crypto winter began in January 2025, but end is near: Bitwise
The crypto market has been in a "full-blown" winter season since January 2025, following a 39% and 53% drop in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) prices from their all-time highs over the past few months, according to Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan.
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Tue, Feb 3
Other
NFL-No plans for ICE immigration operations at Super Bowl, officials say
By Max A. Cherney SAN FRANCISCO, Feb 3 (Reuters) - National Football League and federal law enforcement officials said on Tuesday there were no planned Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations for Sunday's Super Bowl or the events leading up to it."There are no planned ICE or immigr...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Commodities
Knight Vinke founder says his fund can't invest in uncertain US under Trump
Rule of law not applied uniformly in US, fund's CEO saysKnight Vinke wants UK utility SSE to scale up offshore windEric Knight says to meet with SSE executives in early 2026By Simon Jessop and Susanna Twidale LONDON, Feb 3 (Reuters) - Eric Knight said his hedge fund cannot invest in the Unite...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
Friedenthal Financial Buys $4.5 Million of First Trust Low Duration Opportunities ETF
Key PointsPurchased 89,706 shares of LMBS; estimated trade value $4.5 million (based on quarterly average price).Quarter-end position value increased by approximately $4.50 million, reflecting both share additions and price movement.Transaction represented an approximately 2.3% increase of fund’s 13...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
Novo Nordisk warns on profits and sales amid Trump drug price crackdown
Novo says 2026 sales, operating profit may fall as much as 13%Analysts had expected a 2% sales decline this yearCEO optimistic about Wegovy pill's early US market uptakeUS, product chiefs leave in latest management reshuffleBy Jacob Gronholt-Pedersen and Maggie Fick COPENHAGEN, Feb 3 (Reuters...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
This Growth Stock Faces Short-Term Volatility, but Its Artificial Intelligence Story Remains Intact
Key PointsIREN's core thesis remains intact and continues to build as tech giants commit to higher AI spending.The company's AI data centers are a critical bottleneck for the AI industry.IREN will report earnings on Feb. 5, and investors are piling into the stock before it discloses quarterly result...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
US STOCKS-Wall St selloff deepens led by software, cloud firms
Indexes down: Dow 0.8%, S&P 500 1.2%, Nasdaq 1.9%Walmart hits $1 trillion in market value for the first timePalantir shares gain after quarterly resultsObesity drugmakers drop on Novo Nordisk's outlook warningAMD and SMCI results due after markets close By Pranav Kashyap and Twesha Dikshit ...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
Disney CEO Bob Iger to Retire. Parks Chief Josh D'Amaro Will Head the House of Mouse. Here's What Investors Need to Know
Key PointsIger will be succeeded by Experiences chief Josh D'Amaro.The baton will pass at Disney's annual meeting in March. D'Amaro has his work cut out for him. 10 stocks we like better than Walt Disney › In a press release on Tuesday, the Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) announced a long-rumored le...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 3
Forex
CANADA FX DEBT-Canadian dollar gains in limited move ahead of jobs data
Canadian dollar gains 0.3% against the greenbackTrades in a range of 1.3637 to 1.3685Price of oil increases 1.5%10-year yield touches a four-week high at 3.465%By Fergal Smith TORONTO, Feb 3 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar strengthened against its U.S. counterpart on Tuesday as oil prices rose an...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
U.S. STOCKS ON THE MOVE-Allurion, Rithm Capital, Medtronic
The Day Ahead newsletter: https://refini.tv/3LI4BU7The Morning News Call newsletter: https://refini.tv/3dKUyB8Wall Street's main indexes rose on Tuesday as Palantir's results aided optimism around the AI trade, while investors geared up for a flood of corporate results through the week. .N ...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
