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GBP/USD: British pound sterling coins. Bank of England (BoE)

BoE Holds Interest Rate at 5.25%, Awaiting Economic Shifts

Quick Look: BoE has decided to keep the interest rate unchanged at 5.25%. 7 out of 9 members supported the decision. GBP/USD saw fluctuations, trading between 1.2600 and 1.2500, with a slightly bearish market sentiment. The BoE signals caution in future rate cuts, dependent on inflation trends and economic data. In its latest policy meeting, …

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EUR/USD Dips to 1.0730 Amid Weak Eurozone Data

Quick Look: EUR/USD below key levels like the 200-day moving average, showing strong selling pressure. German industrial metrics and Eurozone retail trends are key; US Fed commentary is also critical. Supports at 1.0730 and 1.0700; resistances at 1.0765 and 1.0800. The EUR/USD currency pair faces downward pressure, showing a potential second consecutive daily drop. As …

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Stocks

Summit Therapeutics Targets $3.73B Cap in Oncology Drive

Quick Look: Summit Therapeutics’s key drug in advanced trials for lung cancer, leveraging dual pathway inhibition. With a market cap of $3.73 billion and liquidity ratios at 6.97, despite a PE of -29.88. Supported by rising stock prices, ‘Buy’ ratings from Citigroup and Stifel, and robust institutional support. Summit Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: SMMT) is a …

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India's sugar production dropped sharply

Sugar Price Fluctuates 2.4% Amid Global Production Shifts

Quick Look: NY’s Sugar and London’s White Sugar contracts saw similar rises by about 2.40%. India’s production fell 1.6%, while Brazil’s output rose 31.0% year-on-year. Record temperatures in Thailand and variable monsoons in India threaten sugarcane yields. The New York World Sugar, under contract SBN24, observed an uplift of 0.47 cents, marking a 2.41% increase. …

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Nokia: The logo of the brand Nokia.

HMD Global Shifts Nokia Production to Europe, Targets 5G

Quick Look: HMD Global shifts Nokia’s production to Europe, focusing on 5G tech. New Nokia models, including an updated 3210, emphasize sustainability. Partnerships and EU alignments aim to boost local tech innovation. HMD Global Oy, the exclusive licensee for Nokia-branded smartphones and tablets since 2016. Now, the company is shifting toward a robust European manufacturing …

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Wibest – Franc: Euro and Swiss franc (chf) coins and bills.

USD/CHF at 0.9060: Bullish Targets to 0.9225

Quick Look: USD/CHF at pivot 0.9060: Shows neutral intraday bias, bullish if above 0.9014. Economic Indicators: The US Dollar is robust; Swiss unemployment is stable at 2.3%. Market Outlook: Short-term optimism; critical watch on 0.9243 for medium-term trends. Today, the USD/CHF pair has been observed at a pi point of 0.9060. Thereby exhibits a neutral …

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Wibest – Yen exchange rate: USD and JPY bills.

USD/JPY Volatility: Navigates Key 106.00 to 154.75 Range

Quick Look: USD/JPY pair exhibited significant fluctuations, currently around 154.75, navigating through resistance at 106.10. Steady U.S. rates and BoJ’s historic hike influence the pair’s dynamics amid global economic developments. Strong USD trend with potential Japanese interventions if JPY weakness continues. The USD/JPY pair has been particularly volatile, navigating various resistance and support levels. After …

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Perficient Shares Skyrocket 52.8% on Analyst Upgrade, $3B Deal

Quick Look: Perficient’s stock soared after an analyst upgrade and acquisition news, peaking at $73.70. Multiple analysts upgraded Perficient, with targets ranging from $59 to $77. EQT AB announced its acquisition of Perficient for $3 billion, offering $76 per share. Notable insider sales and strong institutional interest were observed. Perficient has strong liquidity with ratios …

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Commodity Exchange: Still life shot of agricultural commodities.

Russia and North Korea Increase Agricultural Trade

Quick Look: Russia shipped wheat, corn, cows, and fuel to North Korea. North Korea and Russia increased agricultural and fishing collaboration through recent visits. U.S. corn planting slowed, with 36% planted, lagging behind the 39% average. China remains North Korea’s top partner, with evolving imports and exports. Russian strikes killed an agriculture mogul; Ukraine allegedly …

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Wibest – Indonesian: the central bank of the Republic of Indonesia

Indonesia’s Q1 GDP Growth at 5.11%, Exceeding Forecasts

Quick Look: Indonesia’s Q1 GDP grew 5.11% year-on-year, surpassing forecasts. Key drivers are government spending (20%), household spending (4.91%), and investment (3.79%). Experts predict varied growth rates, from 4.5% to 5.2%. Public spending grew 20%, and household consumption accounted for 54.93% of GDP. Challenges include high interest rates, lower commodity prices, and global growth. Indonesia’s …

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Wibest – Australian Money: Australian dollar (AUD) coins and the Australian flag behind.

AUD/USD Hits 0.6624, Eyes on RBA’s Next Moves

Quick Look: AUD/USD resilient, testing key resistance levels; support found at 0.6520. Recent gains are fueled by a weak USD and positive commodity prices. Market focus on upcoming RBA decision, with expectations of maintaining current rates. The AUD/USD pair has been on an interesting trajectory, closing at a current price of 0.6624. The pair has …

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Microsoft’s $1B Investment in OpenAI to Rival Google

Quick Look: Microsoft invested $1 billion in OpenAI in 2019 to catch up with Google in AI; The investment aimed to enhance Microsoft’s AI capabilities and infrastructure; This strategic move has significantly improved features across Microsoft’s products. In 2019, Microsoft made a pivotal $1 billion investment in OpenAI, a move driven by a palpable sense …

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PayPal’s Strong Start in 2024: $403.9B Payment Volume Surge

PayPal’s Strong Start in 2024: $403.9B Payment Volume Surge Quick Look: Significant Volume Increase: PayPal reported a 14% rise in payment volumes, reaching $403.9 billion, surpassing expectations. Strategic Adjustments: CEO Alex Chriss leads a focus on cost cuts and enhancing efficiency, including a 9% workforce reduction. Market Confidence: Amid strategic changes, PayPal plans a $5 …

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Snapchat and new opportunities

Snapchat’s Q1 2024 Revenue Hits $1.2B, Up 9.09%, EPS at $0.03

Quick Look: Snapchat achieved $1.2B in revenue, surpassing the expected $1.1B. Reported $0.03 per share against a forecasted loss of $0.05. Daily active users reached 422M, exceeding expectations. Snapchat has delivered outstanding financial results for the first quarter of 2024. The company outstripped analyst predictions on key financial metrics such as revenue earnings per share …

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