Market News
Oil Edges Higher Amid Geopolitical Tensions in Middle East
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 02:36
Oil edged higher in the early morning Asian session after Israeli forces killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the architect of last year's Oct. 7 attack, officials said.
Hong Kong Shares Rise; China Macro Data in Focus
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 03:53
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index rose 0.7% to 20221.60. Markets are eyeing China's 3Q GDP data due today.
Asian Currencies Consolidate as Traders Digest U.S. Economic Data
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 03:24
Asian currencies consolidated against the U.S. dollar in the morning session as traders digest U.S. economic data.
Gold Edges Higher, Supported by Concerns Over U.S. Fiscal Policy
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 02:33
Gold edged higher in early Asian trade amid worries that fiscal policy in the U.S. and elsewhere may not be sustainable, says Michael Widmer, global commodity strategist at Bank of America.
The Score: Netflix, Morgan Stanley, TSMC and More Stocks That Defined the Week
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 23:38
Here are some of the major companies whose stocks moved on the week's news.
Personal Loan: Why should you use an EMI calculator before raising a loan?
livemint.com - 18 Oct 2024 19:10
Personal Loan: It is important to use a personal loan EMI calculator to keep your finances in order. There are three variables which directly affect the EMI. These variables are loan amount, loan tenure and the rate of i...
You're Not Paranoid. The Market Is Out to Get You.
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 17:00
Thanks to today's incessantly twitchy, infinitely networked markets, it has never been harder to be a disciplined and independent investor.
I'm Way Too Young for Estate Planning. Or Am I?
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 16:00
I thought planning for death or injury was something I wouldn't have to worry about for many years. But the truth is that anybody over 18 should consider it.
Activist Investor to Push French-Fry Maker Lamb Weston to Explore a Sale
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 15:43
Jana Partners, which is working with Continental Grain on the investment, may seek board seats.
Weather Outlook Keeps U.S. Natural Gas Prices in Check
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 14:56
U.S. natural gas futures were little changed amid mild near-term weather outlooks.
Procter & Gamble earnings beat estimates, but weak demand in China hurts sales
CNBC - 18 Oct 2024 14:29
Procter & Gamble said volume fell in its Greater China market despite the earnings beat.
Credit card and budgeting: How to align your credit card use with your budget goals?
livemint.com - 18 Oct 2024 14:25
Credit cards: To manage finances effectively, create a structured budget. Credit cards can support budgeting efforts when used wisely, offering perks and simplifying bill payments. However, it's crucial to avoid impulsiv...
How to compare personal loan offers from multiple lenders? Here are 5 key factors
livemint.com - 18 Oct 2024 13:34
Personal loans: Evaluate loan offers carefully to improve your financial situation. Key factors include interest rates, loan terms, and associated fees. Understand your credit score and financial needs to find the best d...
Credit card dues: 7 effective ways to manage your debt wisely
livemint.com - 18 Oct 2024 12:10
Credit cards: To effectively manage debt, individuals should develop a budget, prioritize payments, and explore consolidation options. Proactive financial management is essential to prevent excessive debt and ensure long...
Personal Loan: 5 ways to fund your wedding; see details
livemint.com - 18 Oct 2024 11:35
Personal loan: If you are falling short of money required to organise a wedding, you should not have any qualms about raising a loan. It is, however, vital to note that one should raise a loan to meet a part of the expen...
Can Netflix Keep Flexing Its Pricing Muscle?
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 11:30
The streaming giant's ad business is taking time to catch on, which will make price hikes unavoidable if subscriber growth slows.
A Mystery $30 Million Wave of Pro-Trump Bets Has Moved a Popular Prediction Market
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 11:00
Four Polymarket accounts have systematically placed frequent bets on a Trump election victory.
Retail sales slow as shoppers cut spending at supermarkets
Telegraph - 18 Oct 2024 08:13
Retail sales slumped last month, official figures show, as shoppers cut back on spending in supermarkets.
In Sports, American Socialism Is Beating European Capitalism
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 06:41
The more egalitarian, redistributive club competitions that exist in the U.S. are starting to be copied across the Atlantic.
When Couples Relocate, Men Get the Bigger Pay Raise
Wall Street Journal - 18 Oct 2024 03:00
New research finds couples are more likely to move for a job when it benefits the man, even when the woman's career stands to benefit more by moving.