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Stocks and risk factors

South Korea’s Kospi Index Fell on September 22

It was a tough day for the stocks in the Asia Pacific. Importantly, South Korea’s Kospi led losses among the region’s major markets. The Kospi index fell 2.38% to close at 2’332.59. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index declined 0.98% to finish its trading day at 23’716.85. Interestingly, HSBC saw its stock drop 2.05% while Standard …

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Shares of airlines

Shares of Airlines in Asia-Pacific and Outlook for Travel

The aviation industry has to deal with huge pressure caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The airlines suffered huge losses. Moreover, rising coronavirus cases have the potential to create additional problems for the industry. Shares of airlines in Asia-Pacific fell on Tuesday.  Interestingly, in Hong Kong, shares of China Eastern Airlines fell 4.8% and shares of …

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Suspicious Funds, Coronavirus, and Investor Sentiment

Suspicious Funds, Coronavirus, and Investor Sentiment

The coronavirus pandemic continues to affect investor sentiment for more than six months. According to the government’s top scientists, the U.K. could expect to see almost 50’000 new cases per day in mid-October without measures. Interestingly, shares of  Germany’s United Internet fell on Monday. Notably, the United Internet lowered its outlook and this decision affected …

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Stocks and interesting details

How European Stocks Reacted to Coronavirus and Allegations

European stocks suffered losses on September 21 as allegations surrounding dubious bank dealings and coronavirus cases affected the investor sentiment around the world. The pan-European Stoxx 600 fell more than 3.2% provisionally, with banks plunging 5.7% and travel stocks tumbling 5.2%. Germany’s DAX fell 537.81 or 4.37% to 12542’44. Moreover, the French CAC 40 index …

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Stocks and various factors

Shares of Technology Firms in Asia-Pacific on Friday

There is no shortage of factors that have the potential to affect stocks. Interestingly, stocks in Asia-Pacific were mostly higher on Friday. Notably, mainland Chinese stocks led gains among the region’s major markets. The Shanghai Composite added 2.07% to about 3’338.09. In the meantime, the Shenzhen Component gained 1’766% to 13’245.09.   Also, Hong Kong’s …

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Stocks and investors

Hang Seng Index Led Losses Among the Region’s Major Markets

Central banks around the world have to deal with numerous challenges. So, it is not surprising that investors are closely monitoring the situation. For example, stocks in major Asia-Pacific markets mostly declined on Thursday, as investors reacted to central bank developments. Importantly, mainland Chinese stocks were mixed on the day. In fact, the Shanghai Composite …

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Stocks and investors

Stocks in Major Asia-Pacific Markets and Central Banks

It was a tough day for the stocks in major Asia-Pacific markets fell on September 17, as investors reacted to central bank developments. It is worth noting that, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index led losses among the region’s major markets as it dropped 1.56% to close at 24’340.85. Moreover, mainland Chinese stocks fell on September …

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Stocks and risk factors

China’s Positive Retail Sales and its Impact on Stocks

It was a good day for stocks in Asia. China’s August economic data helped to boost most stocks. For example, mainland Chinese stocks strengthened their positions on September 15. The Shanghai Composite added 0.51% to about 3’295.68. At the same time, the Shenzhen Component gained 0’933% to around 13’143.46.  Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index advanced …

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SoftBank and Arm

SoftBank Group Sold Chip Designer for $40 Billion

Shares of SoftBank Group soared on Monday thanks to a deal with Nvidia. However, before discussing the share of the conglomerate, let’s have a look at the stocks in Asia. Interestingly, stocks in the Asia Pacific strengthened their positions, as investors analyzed the information regarding the SoftBank-Nvidia deal. South Korea’s Kospi gained 1.3% on the …

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SoftBank and Arm

Shares of SoftBank Group and Chip Designer Arm

Shares of Japan’s conglomerate SoftBank Group jumped more than 8% on Monday. Interestingly, shares of SoftBank jumped around 9% following an announcement that the firm made the decision to sell chip designer Arm to Nvidia.  Importantly, Nvidia agreed to buy the chip designer from the U.K. in a deal worth $40 billion. The companies announced …

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Stocks and China

Mainland Chinese Stocks Saw Gains on the Day

There are numerous factors that have the potential to influences stocks. Interestingly, stocks in the Asia-Pacific strengthened their positions on September 11, as investors watched regional technology stock movements after a decline in the sector in the U.S. Notably, Japanese stocks saw gains on the day. The Nikkei 225 added 0.74% to 23’406.49. At the …

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Stocks, shares, and global economy

Shares of Major Tech Companies and Investor Sentiment

It was a positive day for the stocks in the Asia-Pacific, as most of them saw gains on the day. Investors watched regional technology stock movements after a decline in the sector in the U.S. For example, mainland Chinese stocks strengthened their positions on Friday. The Shanghai Composite added 0.79% to around 3’260.35. At the …

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