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Group of WTO states agrees not to impose e-commerce duties
GENEVA, April 2 (Reuters) - A group of states have agreed not to impose e-commerce customs duties among themselves after World Trade Organization members failed to agree on an extension to a long-running moratorium, a document showed on Thursday.The 23 countries who signed the agreement included the...Reuters
Thu, Apr 2
Stocks
US STOCKS-Wall St pares losses as investors anticipate reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Indexes: Dow flat, S&P 500 up 0.8%, Nasdaq up 0.9%Asset managers drop after Blue Owl caps investor withdrawalAirlines shares tumble on rising crude pricesIndexes set for biggest weekly jump in four monthsBy Purvi Agarwal and Twesha Dikshit April 2 (Reuters) - Wall Street's main indexes pa...Reuters
Thu, Apr 2
Stocks
The Market Is Choppy. Here Are 5 Sectors Holding Up Better Than the Rest.
Key PointsThe energy sector has been the best-performing sector by a large margin in light of the Mideast conflict.Many of the companies in the better-performing sectors this year are known for paying dividends.Sectors like utilities and materials let investors benefit from the AI boom without being...The Motley Fool
Thu, Apr 2
Cryptocurrencies
Crypto shows resilience in March as oil-driven macro shocks reshape market dynamics
Grayscale noted crypto was resilient in March, with its main crypto index ending the month with a short gain. A more robust recovery was still not possible, according to the fund's analysis.Cryptopolitan
Thu, Apr 2
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Bank of America's $72.5 million settlement with Epstein accusers wins preliminary approval
Second-largest US bank accused of facilitating Epstein's traffickingBank of America denies claims but says accusers deserve closureLawyers have also won settlements from JPMorgan, DeutscheBy Luc Cohen NEW YORK, April 2 (Reuters) - A U.S. judge granted preliminary approval on Thursday to Bank ...Reuters
Thu, Apr 2
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Iran's Revolutionary Guards say they targeted Amazon cloud computing centre in Bahrain
CAIRO, April 2 (Reuters) - Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Thursday that they had targeted an Amazon AMZN.O cloud computing centre in Bahrain in retaliation for attacks on Iran, according to a statement carried by state media.Reuters
Thu, Apr 2
Stocks
Here's Why Intel Stock Is a Buy Before Earnings
Key PointsIntel is increasing its output of server CPUs. The company is also raising prices on those products amid skyrocketing demand from artificial intelligence (AI) inference applications. Intel's buyout of Apollo's stake in its Ireland fab is an extremely bullish indicator. 10 stocks we like be...The Motley Fool
Thu, Apr 2
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US considering permanent ban on air bags components produced by Chinese manufacturer DTN
By David ShepardsonApril 2 (Reuters) - The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday it is considering a permanent ban on substandard Chinese replacement automobile air bag inflators produced by DTN after 10 fatal crashes since May 2023.The auto safety agency said it was a...Reuters
Thu, Apr 2
Stocks
European Q1 corporate profits expected to grow 4% helped by booming energy sector
April 2 (Reuters) - European blue chip companies are set to deliver growing profits in the first quarter, the latest forecasts showed on Thursday, thanks to strong expectations for energy companies. STOXX 600 .STOXX companies are expected to report growth of 4% in first-quarter earnings, on average,...Reuters
Thu, Apr 2
Stocks
3 Reasons SpaceX May Be a Risky Investment
Key PointsEarlier this year, SpaceX merged with xAI in a $1.25 trillion deal.SpaceX is reportedly seeking to raise $75 billion in a $1.75 trillion IPO.Investing in SpaceX carries a lot of allure, but smart investors understand there are key risks in deals of this magnitude.These 10 stocks could mint...The Motley Fool
Thu, Apr 2
Commodities
Fuel tanker that rerouted from Cuba now discharging in Venezuela, data and source say
April 2 (Reuters) - A fuel tanker that according to ship tracking services loaded a Russia-origin cargo originally bound for Cuba began discharging on Thursday at an independently-owned terminal in Venezuela, according to vessel monitoring data and a source.The Hong Kong-flagged vessel Sea Horse rer...Reuters
Thu, Apr 2
Cryptocurrencies
Ripple Prime’s Inaugural BBB Rating Explained — What Drove Kroll’s Decision
Global credit rating agency Kroll has assigned an inaugural investment‑grade issuer rating of BBB to Ripple Prime, marking a notable endorsement from a traditional credit agency for a firm rooted in the crypto sector. Ripple Prime was formed after Ripple acquired Hidden Road for around $1.2 billion ...Bitcoinist
Thu, Apr 2
Economic Indicator
Fed’s Logan: Payroll gains have been pretty weak
Lorie Logan, President of the Federal Reserve (Fed) Bank of Dallas, said that the Fed should not let balance sheets distract them from the main mission, she also claimed that the balance sheet growth isn’t bad if it meets the publics need at a speech in her bank on Thursday.Fxstreet
Thu, Apr 2
Stocks
Piper Sandler upgrades FB Financial to 'overweight'
Piper Sandler upgrades regional bank FB Financial Corporation FBK.N to "overweight" from "neutral"Says, "Given the recent pull-back in the shares we once again see the shares of FBK as a highly attractive opportunity within our coverage universe"Adds, FBK should deliver loan ...Reuters
Thu, Apr 2
Stocks
Dogecoin vs. Shiba Inu: Is Either Worth Buying During the Crypto Crash?
Key PointsDogecoin and Shiba Inu have followed similar patterns, peaking in 2021 and losing most of their value since then.Meme coins are hype-driven, and most buyers try to use them to get rich quickly.10 stocks we like better than Dogecoin › Cryptocurrency is currently in a bear market, and most c...The Motley Fool
Thu, Apr 2
Stocks
China Evergrande New Energy Vehicle Says Court Ordered Formation Of Liquidation Groups For Units 3, 4
April 2 (Reuters) - China Evergrande New Energy Vehicle Group Ltd 0708.HK:GUANGZHOU INTERMEDIATE PEOPLE'S COURT HAS ORDERED FORMATION OF LIQUIDATION GROUPSLIQUIDATION GROUPS TO ACT AS ADMINISTRATORS FOR BANKRUPTCY AND LIQUIDATION PROCEEDINGS OF SUBSIDIARIES 3, 4TRADING ON CO'S SHARES TO REMA...Reuters
Thu, Apr 2
Market Movers
Intel Corp Stock (INTC) Moved Up by 3.61% on Apr 2: What Signal Does It Send?
• Intel buys back 49% stake in Ireland's Fab 34 for $14.2 billion. • Repurchase boosts Intel's confidence, financial discipline, and credit profile. • Fab 34 is crucial for advanced processors amid supply constraints and AI demand.
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Thu, Apr 2
Market Movers
VinFast Auto Ltd Stock (VFS) Moved Up by 9.27% on Apr 2: Drivers Behind the Movement
• VinFast began VF MPV 7 bookings in India on April 2, 2026. • Company reported record 2025 EV deliveries, exceeding estimates. • Analysts maintain "Buy" ratings with an average price target of $5.83.
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Thu, Apr 2
