Category : Markets


Asian Stocks Gain as AI Optimism Lifts Wall Street

Asian shares rose, with Japan's benchmark hitting a record high, driven by a Wall Street rally fueled by AI excitement. Key gains seen in Japan, Australia, and South Korea amid varied reactions to China's export restrictions.

FTSE 100 Steady, Convatec Jumps 10% on Raised Targets

The FTSE 100 closed virtually unchanged for a second day despite concerns over AI disruption and US tariffs. Medical firm Convatec surged 10% after raising its mid-term growth guidance, while Croda also gained on strong results.

Gold Up, Dollar Down After Trump Tariff Threat

Global markets face turmoil as gold prices spike and the US dollar weakens following Donald Trump's threat to raise tariffs to 15% after a Supreme Court ruling struck down his previous policy, creating widespread uncertainty.

Retail Investors Defy 'Dumb Money' Label on Wall Street

Retail investors, once dismissed as 'dumb money,' are now outperforming professional funds, with $5.4 trillion in trading activity in 2025. Mobile apps and zero-commission trading fuel this surge, reshaping market dynamics.

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