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7.8 Quake Hits Philippines: Tsunami Alert Triggers Regional Evacuations
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake off Mindanao kills at least 32, triggers tsunami warnings across the Pacific, and prompts massive rescue operations.
Iran War at 100 Days: How Energy Shocks Are Reshaping Global Inflation
The Iran war enters its 100th day, pushing energy costs higher and reigniting inflation in major economies. Analysis of market impact and central bank response.
RBI Holds Rates at 5.25% as Iran War Fuels Inflation Risk
India's central bank keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, citing inflation risks from surging oil prices due to the Iran conflict. Gold falls as US jobs data fuels rate hike …
Nvidia CEO's South Korea Visit: Cultural Diplomacy Meets Chip Strategy
Jensen Huang's South Korea trip blends K-pop, baseball, and barbecue with strategic talks amid US-China tensions and Senate testimony.
Tencent's AGI Bet: Can Ex-OpenAI Scientist Outpace US?
Tencent's new chief AI scientist Yao Shunyu, a former OpenAI researcher, aims to achieve AGI, signaling a strategic shift for Chinese tech giant.
AI Chip Boom Fuels Korea, Taiwan Markets, But Japan Offers Better Risk-Reward: Barclays
South Korea and Taiwan have soared on AI semiconductor demand, but extreme market concentration in a few chipmakers raises vulnerability. Barclays suggests Japan offers better risk-reward with diversified AI exposure.
Biotech Deal Surge Defies Iran War Inflation: $106B in 2026
Biotech deals hit $106B in 2026 despite Iran war inflation, driven by patent cliffs and China scouting. Industry adapts with strategic M&A.
Broadcom Stock Plunges 10% on Weak Software Sales, AI Forecast Unchanged
Broadcom's stock drops 10% after weak software sales overshadow strong AI chip demand, raising concerns about revenue diversification.
Goldman Sachs Pivots to Mainland China AI Hardware Stocks
Goldman Sachs cuts Hong Kong stocks to market-weight, favoring mainland A-shares for AI hardware exposure. CSI 300 target raised to 5,500.
Costco Q3 Earnings: Membership Renewal Holds Key Amid Record Gas Sales
Costco beat revenue estimates in Q3, with membership renewal rates ticking up. Record gas sales and strong value appeal offset a slight miss on paid members. Stock remains near hold.
Salesforce Beats Earnings, But Guidance Sparks Debate
Salesforce beat Q1 estimates but light guidance weighed on investor sentiment. CEO Benioff remains bullish, citing AI and revenue targets.
CLARITY Act or Chaos: Why SEC Enforcement Policy Isn't Neutral
Senator Lummis warns that SEC's enforcement approach is not a neutral stance but a ticking clock for crypto innovation. The CLARITY Act is the last hope before 2030.
Ledger Integrates ADI Chain, Boosting UAE Stablecoin Infrastructure
Ledger adds native support for ADI, the gas token of UAE-based ADI Chain, enhancing security for regulated stablecoins and tokenized assets.
Walmart's Sovereign Debt Warning: A New Risk Factor for Markets
Walmart's margin warning tied to geopolitical costs highlights the impact of sovereign debt risks on corporate America.
Star Wars Film Opens at Lowest for Disney as Consumer Strain Bites
Disney's 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' earns $82M opening weekend, the lowest for a Star Wars film under Disney, as rising consumer debt and inflation threaten box office recovery.
Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Trigger 30% Cost Surge for Medical Manufacturers
Raw material costs for medical products jump as Hormuz disruptions persist. Shipping costs double, affecting thousands of consumer goods.
Berkshire's Japan Buying Spree: Abel's Strategy or Buffett's Legacy?
Berkshire Hathaway increases stakes in Mitsubishi and Sumitomo, signaling a continued focus on Japanese trading houses under Greg Abel's leadership.
Berkshire's Portfolio Shake-Up: Delta and Macy's Return Mystify
Berkshire Hathaway's 13F filing reveals deep cuts and two puzzling new holdings—Delta Air Lines and Macy's—raising questions about who is calling the shots.