US stocks hit record highs as Trump says Iran will scrap nuclear program

US markets rallied sharply on Friday after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz fully open and US President Donald Trump signaled progress toward a broader agreement to end hostilities in the region. Trump signals progress on Iran deal Trump said Iran had agreed to suspend its nuclear program indefinitely, while also confirming that Tehran would… Continue reading US stocks hit record highs as Trump says Iran will scrap nuclear program

Critical Metals stock soars 45% — but it isn’t too late to invest yet

Shares of New York-based Critical Metals Corp (NASDAQ: CRML) ripped higher on April 17 after the company announced a major regulatory breakthrough and received positive analyst coverage. As investors cheered both updates, CRML broke decisively above its major moving averages (50-day and 100-day), signalling shifting momentum in favour of the bulls. Despite its sharp rally… Continue reading Critical Metals stock soars 45% — but it isn’t too late to invest yet

Nvidia stock breaches $200: analysts see more upside ahead

Shares of Nvidia continued their upward momentum, rising about 1.2% on Friday to move back above the $200 mark, as the chipmaker’s recent rally gathered pace. The stock has gained roughly 10% over the past 30 days, rebounding from lows near $175 and approaching its all-time closing high of $207.04, reached in late October. While… Continue reading Nvidia stock breaches $200: analysts see more upside ahead

Apple stock rises as China iPhone surge defies market slowdown

Shares of Apple Inc. rose 2% on Friday, supported by strong iPhone shipment data from China that underscored the company’s resilience in a challenging smartphone market. The stock gained, even as broader concerns around slowing demand and rising component costs continued to weigh on the sector. The move comes despite Apple stock remaining down year-to-date.… Continue reading Apple stock rises as China iPhone surge defies market slowdown

Tesla stock continues to rally ahead of earnings: what’s driving the rebound?

Shares of Tesla advanced in early trading on Friday, putting the stock on track to end an extended losing streak as investor sentiment improved ahead of earnings and on easing geopolitical concerns. The stock rose 1.6% to $392.00, extending a recent rebound that has seen shares climb about 13% over the past five days. The… Continue reading Tesla stock continues to rally ahead of earnings: what’s driving the rebound?

Netflix stock slumps 10%: why analysts see a buying opportunity

Shares of Netflix tumbled on Friday after the streaming giant issued weaker-than-expected guidance for the current quarter, overshadowing a strong first-quarter earnings beat and triggering a sharp selloff in premarket trading. The stock fell about 10.53% to $96.44 after the market opened on Friday, even as broader market sentiment improved on easing geopolitical tensions. The… Continue reading Netflix stock slumps 10%: why analysts see a buying opportunity

Dow Jones jumps 680 points as ceasefire hopes fuel stock rally

US stocks rose on Friday, extending a recent rally, as investors welcomed fresh signs of de-escalation in the Middle East conflict and improving prospects for a ceasefire. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 686 points, or 1.4%, while the S&P 500 advanced 0.77% and the Nasdaq 100 gained 0.73%. Ceasefire hopes lift sentiment Investor sentiment… Continue reading Dow Jones jumps 680 points as ceasefire hopes fuel stock rally

Hedge fund equity inflows hit $86B as Iran tensions ease

Systematic hedge funds have ramped up their equity exposure at an unprecedented pace, adding $86 billion worth of stocks over the last five trading sessions, according to a Goldman Sachs note, cited in a Reuters report. The note highlighted that the surge represents one of the largest short-term buying sprees by Commodity Trading Advisors, a… Continue reading Hedge fund equity inflows hit $86B as Iran tensions ease

US stocks extend rally as earnings season unfolds

Investors are turning their attention to a busy week of corporate earnings, as US stock markets stage a sharp rebound and climb to record levels despite lingering geopolitical concerns. Hopes of easing tensions between the United States and Iran have helped fuel a strong rally in recent weeks. This has pushed major indices to fresh… Continue reading US stocks extend rally as earnings season unfolds