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finance2 months ago

Wall Street Faces Worst Week Since April Amid Tech and Economic Concerns

The stock market experienced a significant decline this week, with the Nasdaq 100 on track for its worst week since April due to a sell-off in AI-related stocks and concerns over market valuations, amid a broader risk-off sentiment driven by weak consumer sentiment, a slowdown in the labor market, and uncertainty from the government shutdown. Despite the decline, inflows into US equity funds continue, and analysts suggest the market may still have room for further gains, though caution is advised.

finance2 years ago

"Major Bank Warns of 'Summer Risk Burnout' Impact on Stocks"

Morgan Stanley strategist Mike Wilson warns that the recent increase in bond yields should raise concerns about equity valuations, as the U.S. has rarely posted such large deficits when the unemployment rate is low. BNP Paribas also sees potential for a risk-off week, citing caution in their global risk premium model and historically extreme short U.S. dollar positioning. They highlight the reversal in liquidity conditions and the impact on key assets. U.S. stock futures are moving higher, while Berkshire Hathaway reports a 6% rise in operating profits.

finance2 years ago

Asia Equities Plummet as Fed Minutes and China Tensions Spark Market Turmoil

Equity benchmarks across Asia, including Hong Kong, Japan, and Australia, dropped following Wall Street's decline. Chinese investors do not expect aggressive stimulus or economic reforms at an upcoming key meeting, according to Goldman Sachs. Chinese banks have stopped buying bonds issued in the Shanghai free trade zone due to increased regulatory scrutiny. Treasury yields rose after the Federal Reserve minutes revealed divisions among policymakers over the decision to pause in June. US employment reports and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's visit to Beijing will be closely watched. The central bank of Malaysia will announce interest rate decisions, and major currencies like the yen and yuan continue to face downward pressure. Oil and gold prices rose, while Bitcoin remained flat.