US-Iran peace talks fail: what’s next for VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH)

The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) is in sharp focus on Apr. 13 after the high-stakes US-Iran peace talks collapsed, dashing hopes of a diplomatic resolution in the Middle East. SMH is now flashing technical caution as its relative strength index (RSI) hovers in the late 60s, a level that suggests the asset is rapidly approaching… Continue reading US-Iran peace talks fail: what’s next for VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH)

Dow Jones sinks 360 points as Iran talks collapse, oil surge rattles markets

US stocks fell sharply on Monday, starting the week on a weak note as investors reacted to the collapse of US-Iran weekend talks and a surge in oil prices following fresh military developments in the Strait of Hormuz. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 368 points, while the S&P 500 fell around 0.32%, and the… Continue reading Dow Jones sinks 360 points as Iran talks collapse, oil surge rattles markets

Palantir stock rebounds as Cathie Wood buys, Trump backs AI firm

Shares of Palantir Technologies rose in early trading on Monday, rebounding after a recent selloff as high-profile support from investors and political figures helped lift sentiment. The stock gained about 2.49% before the bell, trading near $131, even as broader market futures pointed lower amid geopolitical tensions. The move higher follows a difficult stretch for… Continue reading Palantir stock rebounds as Cathie Wood buys, Trump backs AI firm

Why is Goldman Sachs stock falling despite blowout earnings?

Shares of Goldman Sachs fell more than 4% in premarket trading despite the Wall Street giant reporting a strong first-quarter performance, as investors focused on weaknesses in parts of its business and a more uncertain outlook. The bank said profit rose 19% in the first quarter, supported by a rebound in dealmaking and heightened market… Continue reading Why is Goldman Sachs stock falling despite blowout earnings?

Goldman Sachs Q1 profit jumps 19% on M&A boom, trading amid market volatility

Goldman Sachs reported a 19% increase in its first-quarter profit, as a rebound in mergers and acquisitions activity and strong equities trading powered a near-record performance for its core banking and markets division. The Wall Street lender said profit applicable to common shareholders rose to [MONEY value=”5400000000″ currency=”usd” notation=”long” replace=”false”], or $17.55 per share, compared… Continue reading Goldman Sachs Q1 profit jumps 19% on M&A boom, trading amid market volatility

Oil spikes on Trump’s Hormuz threat—but why are markets calm?

Oil prices moved sharply higher as the United States prepared to impose a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. However, broader financial markets showed a surprising degree of restraint, reflecting investor expectations that the conflict may not spiral further. US equity futures slipped only modestly, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures both down… Continue reading Oil spikes on Trump’s Hormuz threat—but why are markets calm?

Bitget unlocks pre-IPO access for VIPs

Bitget has introduced its UEX VIP Airdrop Season, a new tier of benefits designed to give VIP clients early and preferential access to high-demand pre-IPO opportunities following the launch of IPO Prime. VIP users will receive priority exposure to preSPAX, the first asset listed under IPO Prime, designed to reflect the economic performance of SpaceX… Continue reading Bitget unlocks pre-IPO access for VIPs

London stocks fall as US moves to blockade Iran, oil tops $100

London’s equity markets opened lower on Monday, tracking a broader global risk-off sentiment after the United States moved to blockade Iranian shipping. The move followed the collapse of weekend peace talks between Washington and Tehran, which dampened expectations of a swift resolution to the ongoing Middle East conflict. The benchmark FTSE 100 index fell 0.4%… Continue reading London stocks fall as US moves to blockade Iran, oil tops $100

3 warnings from Jamie Dimon that could reshape your portfolio in 2026

JPMorgan Chase delivered record net income of [MONEY value=”57000000000″ currency=”usd” notation=”long” replace=”false”] in 2025 on total net revenue of [MONEY value=”185000000000″ currency=”usd” notation=”long” replace=”false”] yet Jamie Dimon is still telling investors not to relax. In his annual shareholder letter released on April 6, the CEO cast himself as the “skunk at the party,” and warned… Continue reading 3 warnings from Jamie Dimon that could reshape your portfolio in 2026