Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 climbed to another record high on Thursday, extending its streak of gains as investor enthusiasm around the so-called Takaichi trade continued to fuel buying in domestic equities. The index rose 1.1 percent to close at an all-time high of 59,199.31, marking its third consecutive session of record finishes. The broader Topix index also advanced 1.45 percent, reaching a fresh peak as market sentiment remained buoyant. The rally in Japan stocks has been c

Meta has announced a significant multiyear agreement with Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) to accelerate its artificial intelligence expansion, marking another major investment in computing infrastructure just days after committing to large-scale purchases of Nvidia processors. The social media giant said Tuesday that the deal will involve deploying up to 6 gigawatts of AMD’s graphics processing units across its AI data centers, along with AI-optimized central processing units designed to suppo

Asia-Pacific markets delivered a mixed performance on Tuesday as investors assessed renewed tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump alongside growing concerns about the potential impact of artificial intelligence on the software and cybersecurity sectors. The cautious mood reflected broader uncertainty in global stocks, with market participants closely monitoring trade tensions and technology-driven disruption. The unease followed comments posted by Trump on Truth Social, wh

U.S. stocks mostly advanced on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down former President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs, delivering a major boost to Wall Street and companies exposed to international trade. The ruling, which found that the tariffs exceeded presidential authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977, triggered a broad market rally and lifted investor sentiment across multiple sectors. In a 6–3 decision, the Supreme Court determi

Trading gold and silver futures on India’s major commodity exchanges has become more affordable after the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) removed additional margin requirements that were imposed earlier due to market volatility. This move is expected to make futures trading more accessible, especially for retail traders and smaller investors, as it reduces the amount of upfront capital required to enter these contracts. The decision reflects stabilizing

Oil prices climbed sharply on Wednesday, rising more than 4% as investors reacted to escalating tensions between the United States and Iran following the latest round of nuclear negotiations. Market sentiment shifted after U.S. Vice President JD Vance indicated that Tehran had failed to address key American demands and warned that military options remain under consideration. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude settled up $2.86, or 4.59%, at $65.19 per barrel, while global benchmark B

Big technology stocks traded unevenly on Monday as investors attempted to stabilize after a turbulent week that erased more than $1 trillion in combined market value across the sector. While several large-cap names posted gains on renewed optimism around artificial intelligence and cloud demand, others slipped as concerns lingered over rising capital expenditure and broader market volatility. Oracle led the advance, climbing about 9 percent after receiving an upgrade from D.A. David

Amazon shares fell sharply on Friday, sliding more than 9% after the company outlined an aggressive capital spending plan that unsettled investors already wary about the sustainability of the artificial intelligence boom. The drop added to a broader technology selloff, as market participants questioned whether escalating investments in AI infrastructure could outpace future returns and create excess capacity across the sector. The e-commerce and cloud computing group disclosed in it

Bitcoin traded slightly higher on Monday after falling below the $80,000 mark for the first time since April 2025, as a broad risk-off move across global markets weighed heavily on digital assets. The world’s largest cryptocurrency was priced at $77,925.99 as of 8:37 a.m. Eastern Time, reflecting a modest rebound of about 1% following sharp losses over the weekend. Earlier in the session, Bitcoin briefly touched a low of $74,876 before recovering part of its decline. The recent se

Nvidia shares declined on Monday as uncertainty surrounding the chipmaker’s potential investment in OpenAI weighed on investor sentiment. The stock slipped in early trading after reports suggested that previously announced plans involving a massive financial commitment to the artificial intelligence company may not yet be finalized. The market reaction underscored growing sensitivity around large-scale AI investments and the evolving relationships among major technology players. T

Gold and silver prices fell sharply on Friday as markets reacted to growing expectations that Kevin Warsh will be nominated as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, a development that appeared to ease concerns about the central bank’s long-term independence. The sell-off marked a sudden reversal for precious metals, which have enjoyed a powerful rally over the past year amid global uncertainty and a weaker U.S. dollar. By early afternoon in U.S. trading, silver prices had dropped

Apple is scheduled to report its fiscal first-quarter earnings after the market closes on Thursday, with investors closely monitoring whether strong holiday demand for iPhones can offset rising costs and uncertainty around artificial intelligence investments. The company’s fiscal first quarter, which concludes in December, is traditionally its most important period of the year due to seasonal consumer spending. According to consensus estimates compiled by LSEG, analysts expect App

Shares of German software company SAP fell sharply on Thursday after the company reported weaker-than-expected growth in its cloud contract backlog for the fourth quarter, unsettling investors and triggering its steepest one-day decline in more than four years. The stock dropped as much as 16% during the session, marking its largest daily fall since October 2020, when the company suffered a sharp sell-off following disappointing quarterly results. By the close of trading, SAP shares were at t

Gold has once again proven its reputation as a safe-haven asset, reaching new lifetime highs amid rising geopolitical tensions, a weakening US dollar, and growing concerns over global economic stability. On Friday, the price of gold on the MCX touched Rs 1,56,521, continuing its bullish momentum. This surge in gold prices has piqued the interest of investors, pushing them away from traditional financial assets like bonds and major currencies towards the metal. As geopolitical risks, such as t

Global financial markets moved sharply lower Tuesday as renewed political tensions between the United States and Europe triggered a broad sell America trade, prompting investors to reduce exposure to U.S. assets. The shift came after President Donald Trump escalated rhetoric surrounding Greenland and proposed new tariffs targeting several European countries, reviving fears of a widening trade conflict and long-term economic fallout. U.S. bond prices fell steeply, pushing Treasury yi

The opening weeks of 2026 have delivered a series of dramatic geopolitical developments tied to the United States, ranging from the capture of Venezuela’s president to sharp rhetoric surrounding Iran’s handling of domestic unrest and renewed discussion of using force to secure Greenland. Yet, in contrast to the gravity of these headlines, global equity markets have continued to post steady gains, raising questions about why investors appear largely unfazed by rising international tensions

plunging close to one percent amid rising global uncertainty and mounting trade-related concerns. The S&P BSE Sensex fell by more than 700 points during afternoon trade to hover around the 84,300 mark, while the NSE Nifty50 slipped over 225 points to trade near 25,915. Weak sentiment spread across sectors, dragging frontline stocks as well as the broader market lower, reflecting heightened investor caution. Market participants attributed the decline to a combination of weak glob

California regulators have warned Tesla that its license to sell electric vehicles in the state could be temporarily suspended early next year unless the automaker revises how it markets its self-driving technology. The warning follows a legal decision concluding that Tesla misled consumers for years by overstating the capabilities of its driver assistance systems, particularly through the use of the terms Autopilot and Full Self-Driving. In a decision released late Tuesday, an admi

German lawmakers are widely expected to approve a defense procurement package exceeding 50 billion euros on Wednesday, marking one of the most significant military spending decisions in the country’s post-war history. The move reflects a broader shift in Germany’s security policy as the government seeks to strengthen national and allied defense capabilities following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Agenda documents for the Bundestag’s Budget Committee indicate that members are

U.S. crude oil prices fell to their lowest level since May on Tuesday, deepening a prolonged downturn that has put the market on track for its weakest annual performance in seven years. The decline reflects growing concerns over a looming supply surplus and shifting expectations around geopolitical risks, particularly the possibility of a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia. West Texas Intermediate crude briefly dropped to $55.69 per barrel, while global benchmark Brent crude