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Gold and copper are breaking records. Silver is at an 11-year high. But the narratives vary.
Factors named as powering gains in the metals markets include relative dollar weakness, U.S. debt and electrification needs.MarketWatch - Business -
The best and the worst sectors in the stock market in this recording-setting week
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.CNBC - Business -
Comex Gold Ends 1.4% Higher at $2412.20
Front Month Comex Gold for May delivery gained 1.4% to $2412.20 — a fresh record highThe Wall Street Journal - World -
Walmart Stock Hits Record Close on Strong Quarter
The largest U.S. retailer had robust quarterly results and an upbeat outlook, giving insight into how consumers are weathering high interest rates.The New York Times - Business -
Why Utilities Are Lighting Up the Stock Market
Utility stocks are suddenly white hot, thanks largely to artificial intelligence’s thirst for electricity. Investors accustomed to thinking of the sector as sleepy and safe need to realize the game has changed.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Walmart’s stock surges to record after a grand-slam earnings report
Walmart’s stock rallied into record territory Thursday, after the discount retail giant hit a grand slam with its fiscal first-quarter earnings report, boosted by a big jump in e-commerce sales.MarketWatch - Business -
Why the post-Fed stock-market rally is raising fresh inflation questions
The issue is whether Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s post-meeting remarks on May 1 — in which he said the central bank’s next move is “unlikely” to be a rate hike — are now easing financial conditions by so much that this ends up stalling progress on ...MarketWatch - Business -
Stock market looks strong enough to stay in this higher orbit
Momentum has taken over the moment.MarketWatch - Business -
Cramer picks two 'winning' footwear stocks in a ‘nightmare’ athletic apparel market
CNBC's Jim Cramer on Thursday picked two footwear stocks he thinks are headed for success: On Holding and Deckers Outdoor.CNBC - Business -
Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday
Wall Street heads for a flat open Friday. Reddit shares jump in the premarket while Cracker Barrel slides.CNBC - Business -
Market Froth Is Getting Extreme. Just Look at Meme Stocks.
When there’s a lot of money sloshing around the economy, it’s easy for new ideas to attract speculative money—and some of those ideas are just dumbThe Wall Street Journal - World -
Don’t get swept away by ‘S&P 500 envy’ as stocks shatter records and bonds lag
Here’s how to remind yourself that diversification still matters in the long runMarketWatch - Business -
Why Cathie Wood’s ARK Innovation ETF is struggling in 2024 despite the stock-market rally
One research analyst prefers the Nasdaq for exposure to “disruptive innovation.”MarketWatch - Business -
More and more stocks are joining the market's rally to new highs. Here's why and when to buy
Wall Street's 19-session journey back to all-time highs has been swift but healthy.CNBC - Business -
An Economic Peace Plan for Gaza Is Bound to Fail
Unless it follows an unconditional surrender.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The sudden revival of GameStop mania comes just as the U.S. financial industry is racing to fix a big problem with the market's plumbing that roiled investors during the original meme-stock craze in 2021.
The sudden revival of GameStop mania comes just as the U.S. financial industry is racing to fix a big problem with the market’s plumbing that roiled investors during the original meme-stock craze in 2021.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The WSJ Dollar Index Was Flat at 99.16
The WSJ Dollar Index was flat at 99.16, and was down four of the past five trading days.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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China unveils package to boost property sector
Central bank eases lending requirements and lowers downpayments to ease years-long slowdownFinancial Times - World - China -
30-year Treasury yield falls for 3rd straight week after data indicate ‘serious headwinds’ for U.S. economy
Rates on U.S. government debt finished slightly higher on Friday even after new Conference Board data pointed to softer economic conditions ahead. However, yields finished lower for the week, with the 30-year rate experiencing its third straight ...MarketWatch - Business -
Economics adds up for Dante delight but Derby picture left murkier than ever
Winner may be favourite if switched to run at EpsomColt pulled out as trainer fears would not act on trackThe Dante Stakes, the last recognised Derby trial before the Classic on 1 June, had the emphatic winner that everyone had turned up hoping to ...The Guardian - World -
Putin visits China’s ‘Little Moscow’ as allies seek to cement economic ties – live
Leader visits city known for historically large Russian population on second day of visit. Putin and Xi announce plans to strengthen military ties in BeijingWhile Putin’s visit to China continues, back in Russia his deputy foreign minister has ...The Guardian - World - China -
Economic damage from climate change six times worse than thought – report
A 1C increase in global temperature leads to a 12% decline in world gross domestic product, researchers have found. The economic damage wrought by climate change is six times worse than previously thought, with global heating set to shrink wealth ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
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Stocks Mixed After 40000 Milestone
Stocks were mixed after major U.S. markets pulled back from their record highs on Thursday.The Wall Street Journal - World - Stock Market -
Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk
Read about copper futures, BHP and Anglo American, and more in the latest Market Talks covering Basic Materials.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
Read about SPDR Gold, Robinhood Markets, Canadian household borrowing, and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services.The Wall Street Journal - World