Stocks in wealth management and real estate sectors plummet amid fears of AI disruption, as investors worry about automation impacting traditional business models despite human-centric strengths.
Analysts argue AI fears on software stocks are overstated, presenting investment opportunities amid recent selloffs. JPMorgan sees potential for resilient companies like Microsoft.
China faces a silver supply crunch amid rising industrial and investment demands, challenging emission goals and coal production reliance, impacting market dynamics and economic recovery.
Indonesia slashes nickel production to 12 million tons in 2026, aiming to boost declining prices. This move affects global markets, causing immediate futures price surge.
China reduces US Treasury holdings to bolster the yuan, affecting global financial dynamics and highlighting shifting trends away from dollar dependency amid economic uncertainties.
China boosts the yuan's global standing by selling yuan-denominated sovereign bonds in Hong Kong at historic low yields, signaling strengthened demand for Chinese debt.
Geopolitical tensions with Iran are driving oil prices higher, despite increased U.S. crude inventories, as market fears overshadow supply-demand fundamentals.
Israeli PM Netanyahu visits Washington to discuss U.S.-Iran nuclear stalemate, advocating for broader measures against Iran amid rising Middle East tensions and potential military conflict risks.
ASX faces heightened volatility as unexpected CEO departures disrupt earnings season. Changes at Lendlease, CSL, and ASX fuel market uncertainty and investor concerns.
Bitcoin whales are ramping up purchases amid market volatility, while retail investors exit, creating a complex dynamic in the cryptocurrency landscape.
Asian stocks lead global markets with a strong start, driven by favorable valuations, improving corporate fundamentals, and a focus on emerging economies like Vietnam and China.
Emerging markets see record highs in stocks and strengthened currencies, driven by AI advancements and a weak dollar. Investors pivot, seeking safer AI investments.