SoftBank raises $1.5B, €1.75B in global bond markets

 SoftBank Group Corp. raised about $3.5 billion through a dual-currency bond offering, as the Japanese investment firm moves to refinance debt and partly repay a bridge loan tied to investments in OpenAI. The company secured $1.5 billion via dollar-denominated bonds and 1.75 billion euros ($2.06 billion) through euro-denominated notes, as stated in a filing on… Continue reading SoftBank raises $1.5B, €1.75B in global bond markets

TSMC Q1 earnings break records, but why isn’t the stock moving?

TSMC reported a record first-quarter profit, beating expectations as demand for advanced processors used in artificial intelligence systems remained strong. The result reinforces the company’s central role in the global AI build-out and suggests the chip spending cycle still has momentum, even as investors watch for signs of strain in supply chains and end-demand. The… Continue reading TSMC Q1 earnings break records, but why isn’t the stock moving?

Trend Micro stock hits record: can Anthropic make it top cyber player?

Trend Micro stock surged on Thursday after the Japanese cybersecurity company unveiled a strategic tie-up with Anthropic. The stock jumped nearly 12% to 6,100 yen and briefly touched 6,294 yen, a near three-month high, putting it among the day’s best performers on the Nikkei 225. The immediate spark was the announcement that TrendAI, the company’s… Continue reading Trend Micro stock hits record: can Anthropic make it top cyber player?

Why Sigenergy stock surged nearly 80% on Hong Kong debut?

Chinese energy storage systems maker Sigenergy Technology made a strong debut in Hong Kong after raising HK$4.4 billion, or about $562 million, in its initial public offering. The stock opened at HK$581, against a listing price of HK$324.20, marking a jump of roughly 79.2% and making it one of the standout new listings in the… Continue reading Why Sigenergy stock surged nearly 80% on Hong Kong debut?

Nikkei 225 hits record high as Asian markets rally on risk-on mood

Asian markets opened higher on Thursday as optimism over a possible US-Iran deal extended the risk-on mood from Wall Street, where the S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs. The shift from “set to rise” to actual gains matters because it confirms investors are acting on improving sentiment rather than merely signalling intent ahead… Continue reading Nikkei 225 hits record high as Asian markets rally on risk-on mood

Why Microsoft stock is surging around 4% today

Shares of Microsoft moved higher in early trading, even as the stock remains significantly below its peak. The move comes as investor concerns around artificial intelligence competition appear to ease following positive industry feedback. The stock rose 4% to $408.27, though it remains down 27% from its all-time closing high of $542.07 recorded in October… Continue reading Why Microsoft stock is surging around 4% today

BBC to slash 10% of workforce amid cost pressures, revenue strain

The BBC is preparing to cut as many as 2,000 jobs, or roughly 10% of its workforce. Interim Director General Rhodri Talfan Davies announced the proposed downsizing during a call with employees on Wednesday, followed by a memo outlining the broadcaster’s financial challenges. “Put simply, the gap between our costs and our income is growing,”… Continue reading BBC to slash 10% of workforce amid cost pressures, revenue strain

Nvidia stock continues surge to 11th day: will it breach $200?

Shares of Nvidia continued their upward momentum on Wednesday. The stock is extending a recent rally that has brought the stock close to a key psychological level, though investors remain cautious about a sustained breakout. The stock rose around 1.6% in early trading to $199.53, putting it on track for a 11th consecutive session of… Continue reading Nvidia stock continues surge to 11th day: will it breach $200?

Tesla stock is surging around 4% today: is it time to buy?

Shares of Tesla extended their recovery on Wednesday, rising about 4% in early trading to $378.89. The move was supported by broader market optimism and company-specific developments around its artificial intelligence initiatives. The gains came as the S&P 500 advanced 0.2%, moving closer to a new all-time intraday high amid investor expectations that the Iran… Continue reading Tesla stock is surging around 4% today: is it time to buy?