Recently, six major banks, including Bank of America, Citigroup, Jefferies, NatWest, Nomura, and UBS, agreed to settle antitrust litigation in New York by paying $80 million. The litigation accused them of colluding to manipulate prices of European government bonds. The alleged collusion took place between 2007 and 2012, according to investors led by public pension
Economy
As investors brace themselves for a week filled with major market events, such as earnings reports from the largest tech companies, a Federal Reserve policy meeting, and crucial employment data, the near-term trajectory of U.S. stocks is hanging in the balance. The recent selloff in the stock market, which saw the S&P 500 and Nasdaq
Russia’s central bank has recently raised its key interest rate by a significant 200 basis points to 18%. This move comes as the country faces challenges related to high inflation and an overheated economy. The decision brings the cost of borrowing to its highest level in over two years, highlighting the severity of the situation
As Wall Street prepares to close a challenging week, focus remains on the Federal Reserve’s preferred gauge of inflation. The market is eagerly awaiting the release of June’s personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index, with expectations of a 0.1% monthly increase and an annual figure of 2.5%, in close proximity to the Fed’s 2% target.
Sotheby’s, a renowned auction house, is venturing into new territory with the opening of its first retail outlet in Hong Kong. This move marks a shift from the traditional auction model, offering a diverse range of products at varying price points. Despite the economic challenges faced by China, Sotheby’s remains optimistic about the long-term spending
South Korea recently proposed a series of tax cuts in an effort to stimulate the domestic stock market and address the country’s declining birth rate, which is currently the lowest in the world. These tax cuts are part of a broader strategy known as the “Corporate Value-up Programme,” introduced earlier this year by the finance
Former New Federal Reserve President Bill Dudley has recently made a bold statement, calling for the Fed to cut rates as soon as next week. This stark reversal of his long-held view signals a significant shift in perspective regarding the current state of the U.S. economy and the role of the central bank in shaping
Delta Air Lines faced a significant challenge recently with more than 6,000 flight cancellations since Friday. However, the airline reported a significant improvement in its operations on Wednesday, with only 47 flights canceled – representing just 1% of its total flights. This positive development indicates that Delta is on track to return to normalcy after
UBS analysts are confident in their prediction of a soft landing for the US economy. They believe that inflation is on a downward trend and that the Federal Reserve is prepared to cut rates to support economic growth. One of the key factors that UBS points to in bringing down inflation is moderating consumer spending.
Windrose, a Chinese electric truck startup, is planning to establish a U.S. assembly plant for its semi-trucks, with deliveries set to begin in 2025. This move directly challenges Tesla, a dominant player in the electric vehicle market. The decision to set up a plant in the United States signifies a potential comeback for Chinese electric
Ukraine recently announced a preliminary deal with a bondholder group to restructure a significant amount of debt, totaling $19.7 billion. This agreement, which is still subject to approval by bondholders, includes several key aspects that could have a significant impact on the country’s financial future. One of the main elements of the deal is a
China made unexpected moves in lowering key short-term policy rates and benchmark lending rates on Monday in an attempt to stimulate growth in its economy. This decision comes after the country reported disappointing second-quarter economic data and as top leaders convened for a critical plenum meeting. The move signals China’s efforts to combat deflation, address