Asia’s smaller companies have delivered stronger returns than the region’s large-cap stocks over the past five years, while also offering lower volatility and broader sector exposure, according to HSBC Asset Management. The firm said Asia small-cap stocks outperformed their large-cap counterparts by nearly 3% annualised at the index level over the period. The gains came… Continue reading Are Asia small caps overlooked winners in regional equity markets in 2026?
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Why 46% of Bill Gates’ fund is now concentrated in just 2 stocks
Bill Gates built one of the world’s most valuable software companies, and yet the trust that funds his foundation no longer owns a single Microsoft share. That sounds dramatic, but the more revealing detail is what remains inside the Gates Foundation Trust: a public equity portfolio of roughly $33 billion, with about 46% now sitting… Continue reading Why 46% of Bill Gates’ fund is now concentrated in just 2 stocks
Here’s why the Siemens Energy share price has surged after its bailout
Siemens Energy share price has surged in the past few years, making it one of the best-performing companies in the DAX Index. It recently peaked at €191, a record high, bringing its 12-month gains to 112%. The DAX has jumped by 5% in the same period. From near bankruptcy to thriving The ongoing Siemens Energy… Continue reading Here’s why the Siemens Energy share price has surged after its bailout
Delivery Hero stock surges 10%: what’s driving the rally?
Delivery Hero stock jumped more than 10% on Monday as investors bet that Uber’s opening move for the Berlin-based food delivery group may be only the start of a bigger takeover fight. The immediate trigger was Delivery Hero’s confirmation that Uber had made an indicative €33-a-share approach, valuing the company at more than €10 billion.… Continue reading Delivery Hero stock surges 10%: what’s driving the rally?
Can Ryanair’s debt-free balance sheet boost its low-cost edge?
Ryanair said it had repaid its final outstanding bond, leaving the Irish low-cost carrier effectively debt-free for the first time since it listed on the stock exchange in 1997. The airline repaid a 1.2 billion euro unsecured eurobond issued in May 2021, a company statement said. The move means Ryanair’s entire fleet of 620 Boeing… Continue reading Can Ryanair’s debt-free balance sheet boost its low-cost edge?
Goldman Sachs says hedge funds are piling back into AI stocks
Hedge funds bought technology stocks last week at the fastest pace in nearly three months, driven by renewed demand for companies exposed to artificial intelligence, according to a Goldman Sachs note. The buying was broad-based, with technology shares purchased in every major region except Europe. The largest inflows in dollar terms were recorded in North… Continue reading Goldman Sachs says hedge funds are piling back into AI stocks
Asian stocks jump as Nikkei 225, Hang Seng, Kospi cheer potential US-Iran deal
Asian stock indices jumped on Monday morning as market participants predicted that the US and Iran will extend the ceasefire by 60 days. In Japan, the Nikkei 225 Index jumped by 2.85%, extending the gains made last week and reaching a record high. It was trading at 65,110 yen, up by 76% in the last… Continue reading Asian stocks jump as Nikkei 225, Hang Seng, Kospi cheer potential US-Iran deal
WTI crude oil price gaps lower to $92 as Trump blasts Iran deal critics
The West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil price retreated sharply, reaching its lowest level since May 7, as investors waited for the potential deal between the United States and Iran. WTI dropped to $92, down sharply from this month’s high of $110.92. Crude oil prices plunge amid US-Iran deal hopes The WTI plunged after a… Continue reading WTI crude oil price gaps lower to $92 as Trump blasts Iran deal critics
Here’s why Near Protocol, Ondo, and Hyperliquid crypto tokens are rising
Top crypto tokens like Near Protocol (NEAR), Ondo Finance (ONDO), and Hyperliquid (HYPE) were among the top gainers today, May 24, as investors bought their recent dips. NEAR token jumped by 13%, while Ondo and HYPE jumped by over 10%. Near Protocol price jumps amid AI hype NEAR crypto token has been one of the… Continue reading Here’s why Near Protocol, Ondo, and Hyperliquid crypto tokens are rising