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A sharp move higher in crude futures has prompted KeyBanc Capital Markets to re-run earnings and cash-flow scenarios across its coverage, highlighting five U.S. exploration and production names that stand to gain most if the 2026 WTI futures strip holds near $82.54 per barrel—well above the firm's $64 per barrel base case. Companies with heavy oil …
Taiwan's benchmark index closed up 1.48% on Thursday, driven by gains in electronic product distribution, auto and electronic parts/components stocks. Several individual issues recorded maximum allowed rises while a handful of small-cap names recorded steep declines. Energy and currency moves were mixed across commodities and FX markets.
Eight states filed suit in federal court in California to try to stop Nexstar Media Group’s proposed $3.54 billion acquisition of Tegna Inc., arguing the deal would create the largest U.S. broadcast station group and threaten competition, jobs and consumer prices for pay-TV. The filing comes despite recent public backing from the White House and a …
Tencent Holdings reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results but signaled it will reduce share buybacks in order to increase investment in artificial intelligence. The announcement, and plans to effectively double AI spending in 2026, outweighed solid revenue and profit growth and sparked a sharp fall in the company's Hong Kong-listed sh…
Weibo reported modest year-on-year revenue growth for the fourth quarter but swung to a net loss as expenses rose, driving a sharp decline in its Hong Kong-listed shares. Operating income and margins contracted despite an increase in advertising revenue, while value-added services revenue slipped. The company declared an annual dividend for fiscal …
Australian equities closed lower on Thursday, with the S&P/ASX 200 falling 1.65% to a fresh three-month low. Declines were concentrated in the Gold, Metals & Mining and Materials sectors. While energy-related names such as Viva Energy and Woodside posted strong gains and hit 52-week highs, several mining stocks posted double-digit drops. Market imp…
Asian stock markets fell broadly as the Bank of Japan held its short-term rate at 0.75% and highlighted rising uncertainty around inflation amid a sharp rise in oil prices and escalating conflict in the Middle East. The BOJ decision, a hawkish tilt from the Federal Reserve and a jump in Brent crude above $110 a barrel combined to sap investor risk …
A senior U.S. antitrust official has denied that a proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance is receiving preferential, politically motivated treatment, saying the review will not be expedited for political reasons and that the Justice Department remains vigilant on merger enforcement.
Apple's China smartphone shipments rose 23% in the first nine weeks of 2026, outpacing a market that contracted 4% year-on-year in the January-to-early-March period, according to data from research firm Counterpoint. The gain was supported by e-commerce promotions and the base iPhone 17 qualifying for state subsidies. Meanwhile, Android vendors res…
Elon Musk said on Wednesday evening that both SpaceX and Tesla will continue to purchase NVIDIA chips at scale, even as Tesla advances development of its own next-generation AI processor, AI5. Musk also expressed admiration for Nvidia and its CEO, and provided updates on multiple chip-related initiatives across his companies.
Elliott Investment Management has accumulated a substantial holding in Align Technology, the developer of the Invisalign system. The activist investor intends to press for measures to boost Align's share price. Align posted record revenue in 2025 driven by strong demand for its Invisalign product and has provided guidance for 2026 revenue growth of…
Federal cybersecurity authorities have told companies to strengthen configurations of Microsoft’s endpoint management product after a cyberattack on medical device manufacturer Stryker disrupted its global Microsoft environment, hindering order processing, production and shipments. An Iran-linked hacking group claimed responsibility; CISA is coordi…
BYD Co is exploring a Canadian retail presence beginning in the Greater Toronto Area as it evaluates entry under a newly created import quota that sharply reduces tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. The company aims to open about 20 dealerships within a year and has engaged a local mergers and acquisitions consultancy discussing potential locatio…
BHAV Acquisition Corp said it priced an initial public offering of 10 million units at $10 per unit, raising $100 million. Each unit contains one Class A ordinary share and one right; each right will entitle the holder to one-fourth of a Class A share upon completion of the company’s initial business combination. Units are set to begin trading on t…
U.S. stock index futures moved lower on Wednesday evening after broad declines in the regular session. Traders absorbed a Federal Reserve that maintained interest rates while adopting a more cautious tone, and a spike in oil prices on renewed Middle East hostilities tied to attacks on regional energy infrastructure.
HSBC is examining plans that could eliminate about 20,000 positions - roughly 10% of its workforce - with an emphasis on non-client-facing roles in global service centers. CEO Georges Elhedery has identified artificial intelligence as a tool to reduce headcount in middle and back-office functions. The review is at an early stage and falls within a …
Clients and investment personnel at Janus Henderson are pressing the company to turn down a takeover approach from Victory Capital and uphold a lower-priced deal proposed by Trian and General Catalyst. The contest between bidders highlights consolidation pressures across the asset management industry. Janus' board said it will review Victory's revi…
Australia's competition watchdog has launched a preliminary inquiry into allegations that several large fuel suppliers restricted diesel availability to independent wholesalers and distributors that serve regional and rural communities. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) said it received reports and will assess whether conduc…
New Zealand's economy registered a modest expansion in the fourth quarter, but growth came in below analyst and central bank forecasts. Quarterly GDP rose 0.2% and annual growth was 1.3%, figures that supported the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's February decision to maintain the official cash rate at 2.25%. Rental, hiring and real estate services we…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has approved a Nasdaq proposal that would let certain listed securities be traded and settled in tokenized form. Initially, eligibility is limited to stocks in the Russell 1000 Index and exchange-traded funds tracking benchmarks such as the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq 100. The tokenized shares would be settled…
Jasjeet Sekhon, who built and led Bridgewater Associates' AI research efforts, is joining Google's DeepMind as chief strategy officer, DeepMind founder Demis Hassabis said. Sekhon will leave his roles as chief scientist and head of AI at Bridgewater and take a seat on its board. The move comes as Google’s DeepMind rolls out new AI products and Alph…
Bank of America analysts say the recent 35% drop in European software stocks since mid-2025 has created selective buying opportunities. While concerns over generative AI and broader macro risks tied to Middle East conflicts have pressured the sector, BofA argues that fundamentals remain largely intact and identifies several companies with durable p…
S&P Global Ratings affirmed an 'A' long-term issuer credit rating on Cliffwater Corporate Lending Fund (CCLF) but moved the outlook to negative from stable, citing potential liquidity pressures if elevated redemption requests persist or if the fund regularly permits redemptions above the 5% statutory minimum. Large investor outflows in early 20…
The Department of Justice's acting antitrust head warned that transactions structured as 'acquihires' - where large technology firms effectively absorb startups' talent and technology without completing formal acquisitions - are a red flag for regulators. He urged companies to engage in the merger review process so the DOJ can evaluate or quickly c…
S&P Global Ratings changed its outlook for Hyster-Yale Inc. to negative from stable while affirming the company’s 'B' issuer credit rating. The agency pointed to leverage that remains above its 5x downside threshold for at least the next quarter or two, ongoing demand uncertainty, and cost pressures including tariffs. Hyster-Yale’s adjusted EBITDA …
