Fed’s Kugler says data will drive Fed policy choices amid uncertainty
By Michael S. Derby (Reuters) – Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler said on Friday the U.S. central bank is uncertain about what…
Hong Kong budget deficit to be just under HK$100 billion, financial chief says
HONG KONG (Reuters) – Hong Kong’s deficit for this fiscal year is expected to be just below HK$100 billion ($13 billion), the…
Tick Tock for TikTok? Chinese social media titan faces race against time and Trump
Investing.com — TikTok’s fight to overturn a looming U.S. ban faces a tight deadline, with oral arguments scheduled for January 10, just nine…
Why S&P is likely to moderate following back-to-back above-average years
Investing.com — The S&P 500 is poised for moderation in the coming year following back-to-back periods of above-average returns, as per analysts…
Edge AI, Apple to surprise and more: JPM lists 10 tech/AI predictions for 2025
Investing.com — As we step into 2025, analysts at J.P. Morgan has laid out a roadmap of their top predictions for hardware…
Why UBS thinks you should gradually increase exposure to global direct real estate
Investing.com — UBS believes investors should gradually increase exposure to global direct real estate, citing improved market conditions and attractive investment opportunities. In…
Here are some of BTIG’s top picks for the first half of 2025
Investing.com – Investors should expect some moderation in growth in the S&P 500 in 2025 after two years of over 20% expansion in…
GLD ETF forecast as gold price forms a bullish pennant pattern
The SPDR Gold Trust (GLD) ETF could have another solid year as Wall Street analysts predicts more gains for gold. GLD, the…
Covid-like HMPV virus spreads across Asia: what you need to know
The human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus often compared to COVID-19 due to its symptoms and transmission methods, is currently spreading across…
China to offer smartphone subsidies to boost consumer spending
China plans to broaden its consumption subsidies to include smartphones and other electronics in a bid to boost domestic spending as external…
