A perfect storm of geopolitical tension, a surging dollar, and cascading liquidations triggered a brutal selloff across crypto and traditional 'safe havens' over the weekend, raising fresh questions about market maturity and resilience.
A renewed emphasis by President Xi Jinping on building a 'strong financial nation' with a globally powerful currency is being interpreted as a signal for accelerated yuan internationalization, as global confidence in the dollar shows signs of strain.
Asian markets opened cautiously Monday as a historic metals sell-off reverberated across asset classes. Bitcoin slipped toward $75,000, while regional equities mostly fell. Investors brace for a critical week packed with corporate earnings, central bank decisions, and key economic data.
Elon Musk has responded to newly released emails showing his correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein, stating he was 'too dumb' to initially understand the financier's offers and would have no need for his assistance to socialize.
A second woman has come forward alleging the late financier Jeffrey Epstein arranged for her to have a sexual encounter with Prince Andrew in 2010, according to a BBC report. The claim surfaces amid renewed scrutiny following a major document release by U.S. authorities.
Iran's Supreme Leader warns of a broader regional war if the US launches an attack, as Tehran retaliates against the EU's terrorist designation of the Revolutionary Guards by branding European armies similarly. The moves come amidst a significant US naval buildup and fragile diplomatic signals.
A senior Justice Department official has indicated that the recent massive release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents is unlikely to lead to new federal prosecutions, stating that the trove of 'horrible photographs' and emails does not itself constitute prosecutable evidence, even as the revelations trigger political fallout abroad.
The latest release of millions of pages from the Jeffrey Epstein investigations has sent shockwaves from European capitals to New Delhi, implicating figures in business, politics, and royalty, and forcing governments into damage control.
Venezuela has released more than 30 individuals classified as political prisoners, according to a leading rights organization. The move follows the government's announcement of a proposed amnesty law and comes amid mounting international pressure and domestic calls for faster action.
In a strategic move to solidify its position in the booming AI data center market, Amphenol has struck a deal to acquire CommScope's Connectivity and Cable Solutions division, marking one of its most significant acquisitions to date.
Integral Ad Science appoints Horizon Media's Bob Lord and Amazon's former video ad chief Krishan Bhatia to its board, a move analysts say sharpens its focus on the convergence of streaming, data, and advertising technology.
Marsh McLennan Agency unveils a group captive insurance solution designed specifically for senior living communities, aiming to provide stable liability coverage and risk management support in a challenging market.
W.W. Grainger (GWW) reports quarterly earnings Tuesday morning, with investors watching for signs of sustained growth against a backdrop of mixed industrial sector performance and recent stock gains.
As Skyworks Solutions prepares to report Q4 earnings, investors are weighing its track record of beating estimates against a backdrop of expected revenue decline and mixed semiconductor sector performance.
Emerson Electric Co. (NYSE: EMR) is scheduled to release its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings after Tuesday's market close, with investors watching for signs of sustained growth in industrial automation and software.
Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN) is scheduled to release its quarterly earnings after market close on Tuesday, with Wall Street bracing for another expected revenue decline as the telecom infrastructure giant continues its multi-year restructuring.
Chipotle Mexican Grill is set to report its latest quarterly results Tuesday afternoon, with investors watching closely for signs of resilience in consumer spending and operational execution against a backdrop of moderating sales growth.
A federal class-action lawsuit alleges Blue Owl Capital, a major player in the $1.7 trillion private credit market, restricted investor withdrawals amid mounting redemptions, testing Wall Street's promise of 'democratized' alternative investments for Main Street.
As Jack Henry & Associates (JKHY) prepares to announce its fiscal fourth-quarter results, the financial technology sector watches closely. The report could set the tone for peers in a market segment recently under pressure.
As H&R Block prepares to report its fourth-quarter results, investors are weighing its consistent history of surpassing revenue estimates against a challenging discretionary spending environment and recent stock pressure.
