Hong Kong stocks lead gains in Asian markets as Vanke slumps and economic data is evaluated, while U.S. futures lower and oil prices rise.
Block's shares have seen a 34% increase since a previous recommendation to buy, and with strong 2023 results and positive projections, it is recommended to continue buying, with a fair share price of $104.
Hang Seng outperforms after holiday; Xiaomi up on EV launch, Vanke declines, USD/JPY has quiet session, gold extends rise, and Germany inflation data is due later today. Australia/New Zealand: ASX 200 opens slightly higher, RBA endorses plan to move to ample reserves system, RBA March minutes show no mention of raising rates, and New Zealand RBNZ governor agrees on limited competition in personal banking market. China/Hong Kong: Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite open higher, major state-owned banks in China sell US dollars to support Yuan, and Hong Kong sees 10-year high in new home sales. Japan: Nikkei 225 opens higher, former BOJ Gov sees yen weakness as excessive and possible intervention, and Japan sells JGB bonds. Korea: Kospi opens slightly lower, Samsung Electronics plans price hike, South Korea CPI rises, and Bank of Korea expects inflation to ease gradually. North America: US ISM manufacturing data beats expectations, no comments on monetary policy from Fed's Cook, and Federal Railroad Regulator imposes two-person crew mandate. Europe: Ireland PMI Manufacturing contracts, and UK BRC Shop Price Index falls below 2% for the first time in two years.
The global advanced wound dressing market is expected to grow due to increasing demand driven by technological advancements, a higher number of surgical procedures, and the rising prevalence of chronic wounds worldwide. With a CAGR of 5.00% expected from 2024 to 2034, the market is particularly driven by Malaysian medical tourism.
Japanese online retailer Rakuten Group Inc. is returning to the high-yield bond market with a $1.25 billion offering in an attempt to bolster its finances, following a $1.8 billion bond sale in January.
Asian markets are expected to rise despite mixed performance in the US, as investors analyze economic data from South Korea and Australia. South Korea's inflation rate held steady while Australia's factory activity contracted, and factory activity data from India is also anticipated. In Australia, the S&P/ASX 200 reached all-time highs, while Japan's Nikkei 225 is set for a rebound. Hong Kong's Hang Seng index is expected to open weaker.
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Alibaba's stock performed well with a 1.4% increase compared to the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500, while the company's forthcoming earnings report is anticipated to show stability in EPS and a 2.89% increase in revenue compared to the previous year, with positive revisions in analyst estimates signaling confidence in the company's performance.
Bank of America's stock saw a slight decrease compared to the previous day, while analysts and investors are awaiting the company's upcoming earnings disclosure.
Chipmaker Intel saw a 1% increase in its share price after a modest price target adjustment by an analyst, who cited a more positive view on the company's revenue and margin potential but maintained a neutral recommendation due to concerns about its competitiveness in key growth segments.
Intel's share price rose by nearly 1% due to an analyst's increase in the price target, but the company's neutral recommendation remains unchanged, despite concerns about its competitiveness in areas such as artificial intelligence.
Wintry weather forecasted for the Northern Great Lakes and New England in early April could boost heating and storage demand in the region's gas markets, impacting gas prices and potentially slowing the start of injection season.
The US manufacturing sector saw significant expansion in March, reaching a 22-month high, while Trump Media & Technology Group suffered a 20% drop in shares due to financial losses and concerns over Former President Trump's involvement with the company.
Former President Donald Trump's media company, Trump Media & Technology Group Corp., went public through a special mechanism called a SPAC, resulting in a reported value of approximately $3 billion for Trump, but after reporting a $58 million loss for 2023, the shares dropped and individuals who invested lost a significant amount of money, highlighting the risks of investing in IPOs and SPACs.
Mexico's state-controlled oil company, Pemex, plans to suspend some crude oil exports in the coming months, which could further tighten global oil supply and potentially raise prices.
US stocks finished mixed as US treasury yields rose, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average down, but the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite closed slightly higher; this comes as the manufacturing sector in the US shows signs of expansion for the first time since 2022.
The Federal Reserve may cut interest rates in 2024, but the cuts could be more severe than anticipated, potentially catching markets off guard and causing volatility.
The global telecom service assurance market is projected to reach approximately USD 10.14 billion by 2028, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.65%, driven by technological advancements, evolving customer expectations, and the increasing emphasis on digital connectivity.
Gold prices have reached an all-time high, gaining value despite the strong performance of the US economy and stock market, driven by factors such as slower growth in other developed economies and geopolitical concerns.
Citadel Founder and CEO Ken Griffin believes that there is a more favorable climate for U.S. bond markets due to easing inflation, but expresses concern over the surging U.S. public debt and budget deficit.
Despite Trump's prediction that the stock market would crash under Biden's presidency, the S&P 500 has actually risen 40% since Biden took office, though the COVID pandemic impacted stock performance during Trump's term; presidential policies have limited impact on stock values compared to other factors such as Federal Reserve monetary policy and economy-wide trends.
The housing market in the D.C. metro area is showing signs of improvement, with existing home sales increasing and more owners willing to sell, although a lack of homes on the market and high mortgage rates continue to impact sales.
The global medical batteries market is projected to reach USD 2.41 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.0% during the forecast period, driven by the increasing demand for medical devices and advancements in healthcare technology.
The global modular substation market is projected to reach $48 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 8.2%, driven by increasing urbanization, industrialization, and the need for efficient power distribution infrastructure.
Contrarian indicators, such as IG client sentiment, suggest bearish positions for gold, NZD/USD, and AUD/USD, indicating potential opportunities for traders to go against prevailing market sentiment. However, these indicators should be used in conjunction with thorough technical and fundamental analysis for a comprehensive trading strategy.
The idea of bubbles in the economy and stock market is mostly wrong or premature, as the data does not support the existence of an "everything bubble" yet, with the S&P 500, small caps, and emerging markets not being in a bubble, according to the author.
The housing market is showing signs of improvement as existing home sales increase and inventory begins to thaw, although affordability remains a concern due to high home prices and rising mortgage rates.
Shares of Home Depot Inc were falling on Monday after the company announced the acquisition of SRS Distribution for $18.25 billion, despite positive analyst ratings and expectations of increased market penetration and growth potential.
Despite concerns about inflation and frothy valuations, the US stock market performed well in the first quarter of 2024, with the Morningstar US Market Index rising 10.2% and the tech mega-caps like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Meta Platforms leading the way, while the bond market faced challenges with falling prices and rising yields.
### Summary The Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index suggests a possible rate cut, while Tesla's stock decreases due to Model Y price increases, AI and tech stocks rise, and the crypto market experiences a decline.
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April's market rally is expected to slow down as the strength typically seen in this month often stalls in May during election years, as investors de-risk due to election uncertainties.
US stocks started the second quarter of 2024 on a shaky note, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average falling, while the Nasdaq Composite dipped slightly; however, all three major averages have risen for five consecutive months.
The stock market is exhibiting similarities to historic bubbles, suggesting that the Fed's monetary policy may not be tight enough, according to Albert Edwards, a global strategist at Societe Generale.
US markets have seen notable growth during President Biden's current term, with the S&P 500 up about 40%, surpassing the performance of the stock market under former President Trump at the same point in his presidency.
The major indexes started the first trading day of April on mixed footing as the Dow Jones fell after nearing the 40,000 level, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq turned lower, with bond yields surging and manufacturing activity unexpectedly expanding.
The global skincare packaging market is projected to reach a value of US$ 25,590.3 million by 2034, driven by the demand for sustainable packaging and customization in the skincare industry.
The rapid microbiology testing market is expected to reach $8.3 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 10.1% from 2024 to 2029, driven by the rising prevalence of infectious diseases, technological advancements, and a focus on early disease detection.
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Investors are showing little concern for a minor stock market correction but are purchasing tail-risk hedges in preparation for a potential market crash, as demand for basic hedges remains low despite an all-time high in stock prices.
U.S. stocks hang near record levels as investors await influential economic reports, with the S&P 500 up 0.1% and the Dow Jones slightly down, while Newmont and AT&T experience notable gains and losses respectively, and Treasury yields rise after inflation data suggests the possibility of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in June.
The S&P 500 is predicted to see another double-digit gain and reach 6,100 by the end of the year, as long as it remains above the bullish threshold of 4,800, according to Wall Street veteran Frank Cappelleri.
US stocks began the second quarter of 2024 with mixed performance, as the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average fell slightly while the Nasdaq Composite rose, and investors bet on rate cuts and closely monitored Apple's upcoming earnings report.
Chinese companies and metal commodities experienced a notable rally as China's manufacturing activity in March reached its fastest growth rate since February 2023, exceeding market expectations.
The EUR/USD pair trades uneventfully in a holiday-thinned session, hovering around the 1.0780 level, with the near-term downward trend expected to continue.
The Middle East xanthan gum market is projected to reach a valuation of $32.79 million by 2032, driven by demand from the food and beverage industry, as well as the cosmetics and oil and gas sectors, in a region with a burgeoning population and a growing focus on natural, safe ingredients.
Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) has endorsed Canopy Growth's plan to create a new class of shares to facilitate its entry into the U.S. cannabis market, with the aim of acquiring multiple cannabis entities and strengthening its position.
A $418 million national settlement by the National Association of Realtors is expected to change the way brokers are paid and bring more transparency to home pricing and agent compensation, potentially leading to lower home sales commissions and saving consumers billions of dollars. However, there is still uncertainty about how the settlement will impact the industry, including potential changes to real estate commissions, home prices, and the willingness of agents to represent homebuyers.
The global robotic lawn mower market is expected to experience significant growth, driven by increasing adoption of smart home technologies and growing environmental concerns, with the market projected to reach $3,462.23 million by 2034.
The global fire-resistant tapes market is projected to reach $1.1 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 6.0% from 2023 to 2028. The growth is driven by increasing demand from construction applications, the usage of fire-resistant materials in various industries, and the automotive industry's demand for fire-resistant tapes.