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Momentum stocks like Palantir are off to a strong start in 2025 — even after DeepSeek disrupted the ‘Magnificent Seven’
Big Tech stocks like Apple, Tesla and Nvidia are off to a rocky start in 2025. But Wall Street’s momentum machine has kept on churning even without their help.MarketWatch - 59m -
FirstFT: Chinese tech stocks ride DeepSeek wave to bull market
Also in today’s newsletter, Foxconn confirms interest in Nissan stake and Disney cuts diversity category from executive pay schemeFinancial Times - 1h -
Morning Report — It's bears vs. bulls in House budget debate
In today’s issue: It's bears vs. bulls in House budget debate Budget, taxes and tariffs: These are some of the buzzwords on Capitol Hill this week as lawmakers tackle their legislative priorities ...The Hill - 1h -
Chinese tech giant Baidu to release next-generation AI model this year as DeepSeek shakes up market
Baidu plans to release the next generation of its model for powering generative AI applications in the second half of this year, according to a source familiar with the matter.CNBC - 7h -
China’s tech stocks enter bull market after DeepSeek breakthrough
Budget AI model triggers global reappraisal of Chinese technology companiesFinancial Times - 8h -
Inside self-driving Waymo ride as company looks to expand to highways
The future of driving could mean no one behind the wheel -- at least that's what the autonomous driving tech company Waymo is hoping. To shift that goal into high gear, the company has started ...CBS News - 11h -
Lyft says rides have gotten cheaper. Here’s why investors are selling.
Ride-hailing platform Lyft Inc. on Tuesday rolled out a new buyback program, but its forecast for a key demand metric came in below Wall Street’s expectations, as it tries to stay competitive with ...MarketWatch - 11h -
Virginia bans DeepSeek from state devices, networks
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) barred state employees Tuesday from using artificial intelligence (AI) models developed by Chinese startup DeepSeek on state-issued devices and state-run networks. ...The Hill - 16h -
As gold nears $3,000, here’s how its surge compares to bitcoin and the stock market
Gold has been on an impressive run toward the $3,000-an-ounce milestone, with a years-long buying spree by central banks and economic uncertainty tied to President Donald Trump’s policies leading ...MarketWatch - 18h -
FirstFT: Trump orders pause on enforcing ban against bribing foreign officials
Also in today’s newsletter, Deloitte US staff ordered to drop gender pronouns, pros and cons of giving children weight-loss drugsFinancial Times - 1d -
BYD shares hit record high after EV maker rolls out driver assistance tech with DeepSeek's AI help
Advanced smart driving will become a standard safety feature similar to seatbelts and air bags, BYD's founder and chairman Wang Chuanfu said.CNBC - 1d -
India’s stock market has an influencer problem
Also in this newsletter: Private capital in space programme and P Venkatesalu’s mantraFinancial Times - 1d -
DeepSeek banned from NY state government devices
New York State is prohibiting the China-based artificial intelligence application DeepSeek from government devices. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) announced on Monday state government employees are ...The Hill - 1d -
Performer in Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl show faces no charges after waving Sudan-Gaza flag
Another individual, aged 23, was arrested for criminal trespassing during NFL game in New Orleans. A performer in Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl half-time show was ejected after unfurling a ...The Guardian - 1d -
These cheap stock markets could make you more money than the usual picks
Peak U.S.? Why now may be a good time to add European equities to your stock portfolio.MarketWatch - 1d -
Halftime dancer waves flag in protest, detained
A person in Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show, a confirmed performer in the 400-member field cast, was detained on the field Sunday night and could face charges after unfurling a ...ESPN - 1d -
A tidal wave of resistance is coming for Elon Musk
Musk’s outrageous behavior is lighting a fresh fire under Democrats in Congress.The Hill - 1d -
The bond market just sent a message about Trump’s second term. Stock investors should listen.
Calm in bonds suggests it’s time to pencil in stocks you like — but wait for market-moving headlines from Washington.MarketWatch - 1d -
FirstFT: Trump to impose metals tariffs and new retaliatory levies
Also in today’s newsletter, Elliott takes a stake in BP and a shift in M&A advising on Wall StreetFinancial Times - 2d -
Chinese film stirs national pride, rakes in $1bn in days
Ne Zha 2 is animated film about a boy who battles demons with his magical powers.BBC News - 2d -
Chinese chip champion’s ‘snowballing’ growth threatens Korean dominance
CXMT develops AI products and rapidly erodes market share of Samsung and SK HynixFinancial Times - 2d -
Brown, 91, emotional, as 'fantastic ride' ends
Hubie Brown, 91, called his final game Sunday as the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers, 135-127, on ABC, and after the fourth quarter, he was awarded the game ball, saying on the ...ESPN - 2d -
Why the stock market bulls are rooting for the Eagles in the Super Bowl
Subjecting the Super Bowl Predictor to statistical scrutiny.MarketWatch - 2d -
Do you have too much of your money invested in the stock market?
Also: A big warning for Tesla’s shareholders, Roth IRA timing and companies that are likely takeover targets.MarketWatch - 2d -
Here are the 3 things we're watching in the stock market this week
Rekindled inflation concerns and President Donald Trump threatening reciprocal tariffs Friday slammed Wall Street.CNBC - 2d -
Hundreds protest against Chinese ‘mega-embassy’ in London
Demonstrators at the proposed site included Hongkongers who fear it could be used to illegally detain dissenters. Large crowds gathered outside the proposed site of a new Chinese “mega-embassy” in ...The Guardian - 3d -
These 2 seasonal stock-market patterns could give your portfolio a boost
Investors take notice of the presidential cycle and years ending in ‘5.’MarketWatch - 3d -
Could an Eagles Super Bowl victory tank the stock market? History says yes, but logic says no
Philadelphia Super Bowl and World Series wins have historically coincided with stock market calamity. But these types of "fun" indicators aren't reliable.CNBC - 3d -
Huerter shades ‘choppy' Kings offense after being traded to Bulls
former Kings guard Kevin Huerter recently was brutally honest about his fit with Sacramento after being traded to the Chicago Bulls.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Tech vs finance: the social wars
No longer the most powerful profession, finance still provides better companyFinancial Times - 4d -
Stock market suffers weekly loss after Trump tariff jitters strike again
The U.S. stock market slumped Friday, with the S&P 500 giving up its weekly gain after investors fretted over reciprocal tariffs planned by President Donald Trump.MarketWatch - 4d -
Musk brings tech playbook to Washington
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} View Online Technology Technology The Big Story How Musk is using his tech playbook for DOGE campaign Elon Musk and his allies are using ...The Hill - 4d -
After DeepSeek Upended the Market, Is It Worth Investing in A.I.?
After the arrival of a less costly A.I. model from China, U.S. markets and academics are wrestling with the ultimate economic value of the technology.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump’s FBI Pick Kash Patel Took Up to $5M in Stock From Chinese Ecommerce Giant Shein
Donald Trump’s pick for FBI director told senators he has no plans to divest his shares, which his financial disclosure form says were received in exchange for consulting services.Wired - 4d -
How a wave of antisemitic attacks roiled Australia and provoked claims of foreign influence
A wave of antisemitic attacks has roiled Australia, with a dozen arrests for vandalizing or setting homes, schools, and synagogues on fire since OctoberABC News - 5d -
D.C. Lawmakers Take Aim at DeepSeek
Lawmakers are said to be working on a bill to block the Chinese chatbot app from government devices, underscoring concerns about the artificial intelligence race.The New York Times - 5d -
WATCH: Pup shows off impressive horse-riding skills
Dally, a Jack Russell terrier, loves to play with Spanky, a rescued miniature horse.ABC News - 6d
