All articles tagged with #financial markets
The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 50,000 for the first time, finishing at 50,115.67 after intraday moves that saw a brief dip before a surge of roughly 1,200 points, capping a volatile week with a historic milestone signaling renewed investor optimism.
Fallout from the Greenland crisis and Trump’s policy approach have contributed to a decline in the U.S. dollar, with the greenback down more than 10% since he returned to the White House; despite remaining a global reserve currency, foreign investors are rethinking exposure to the U.S. amid policy uncertainty and shifting financial markets.
A record rally in gold and silver reflects a global shift away from the U.S. dollar as investors hedge geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, a phenomenon known as the debasement trade, pushing gold above $5,100 per troy ounce and silver to fresh highs as demand for hard assets intensifies.
Former New York City mayor Eric Adams launched the meme cryptocurrency NYC Token, whose value crashed soon after its debut, sparking fraud accusations and scrutiny of the venture; Adams had pitched the token as a tool to fight anti-Americanism and antisemitism.
A bipartisan group of former Fed chairs and top officials publicly rebuke the Justice Department's investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell, warning the move could threaten the central bank's independence, as financial markets digested the news with stocks wavering and the dollar slipping.
Goldman Sachs opens the first batch of quarterly earnings reports, with major banks following, signaling the start of the earnings season.
Short sellers are increasing their bets against Trump media group amid a nuclear fusion merger, reflecting investor skepticism or concern over the company's prospects in this sector.
Hedge funds are profiting from the surge in Venezuela's bonds, highlighting increased investor interest and potential risk in emerging markets. The article discusses the recent performance of Venezuelan debt and its impact on hedge fund strategies.
U.S. stock futures rose following geopolitical developments in Venezuela, with major indices snapping four-day losing streaks and oil prices fluctuating amid U.S. military actions and sanctions. Investors are also awaiting key U.S. employment data and manufacturing reports, amid ongoing debates over interest rate policies and economic outlook for 2026.
The article discusses the European Central Bank's (ECB) recent actions and the increasing speculation surrounding its monetary policy decisions, highlighting concerns and market reactions.
The article discusses concerns about the growing AI debt boom and its potential negative implications for investors, highlighting the risks associated with the rapid expansion of AI-related borrowing and investments.
US asset managers have set a new record for M&A spending, highlighting increased activity and investment in the financial sector.
The article discusses the potential bursting of a financial bubble, highlighting the risks and implications for investors and the economy, as analyzed by Financial Times experts.
Global markets started the year positively with rising futures, record-breaking Asian stocks, the FTSE surpassing 10,000, a rebound in precious metals, and stable currency and crypto markets, though caution remains about reading too much into the first trading day.
European shares, led by technology, rallied as Britain's FTSE 100 briefly surpassed 10,000 points for the first time, while the Stoxx 600 index rose nearly 16% in 2025. Major stocks like TSMC and ASML gained on positive news, and precious metals gold and silver saw significant increases, supported by global economic factors and investor optimism at the start of the year.