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Tensions between Israel and Iran have sent airline stocks tumbling as the conflict in the Middle East continues to escalate. The recent attacks have driven up the price of oil, making fuel a more expensive component of airline operating costs. Analysts warn that airlines may raise ticket prices to offset
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Taiwan's stock market closed higher on Tuesday as easing geopolitical tensions and gains in semiconductor and high-tech shares lifted investor sentiment. The Taiwan Capitalization Weighted Stock Index (TAIEX) rose 161.69 points to close at 22,211.59. The market's gains were driven by semiconductor companies
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The Israel-Iran conflict has reached a fifth day, causing widespread anxiety among investors and contributing to significant losses in U.S. and Canadian stocks on Tuesday. Oil prices jumped, with U.S. crude settling 4.46% higher at US$74.97 a barrel, leading to gains in energy stocks. However,
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Research conducted by Haonan Wang and co-authors at the Guangdong University of Finance has found that carbon emissions trading policies significantly influence stock market volatility, with a focus on energy firms in China. The study used the GARCHMIDAS-EPU model to estimate long- and short-term volatilities and the HD-TVP-VAR model to
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The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) has been witnessing a significant rally in recent times, driven by a confluence of macroeconomic stability, improved corporate performance, and renewed investor confidence. According to Oluropo Dada, the 13th President and Chairman of Council of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers, this upswing is potentially sustainable in
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The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) maintained its bullish trend on Thursday, with the KSE-100 benchmark reaching a fresh peak of 125,420.96 points, a gain of 1068.28 points. The surge is attributed to the government's budget, which has sparked a record rally in the stock market.
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The Taiwan Stock Exchange (TAIEX) saw a notable gain of 227.96 points to close at 22,470.1 on Wednesday, driven by improvements in the shipping sector, increased activity among small- and mid-cap stocks, and a rebound in financial shares. The market was also boosted by gains at Taiwan
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The South Korean stock market reached its highest level in more than three years, driven by gains in technology and auto stocks, as well as sustained interest from foreign investors. The Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) climbed 35.19 points, or 1.23%, to close at 2,907.04
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Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's confirmation of Pakistan's intent to purchase China's J-35 stealth fighter jets has sent Chinese defence stocks soaring, with shares of AVIC Shenyang Aircraft Co. reaching their daily 10% trading limit on the Shanghai exchange. The announcement has boosted investor
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Asian markets rose on Monday as investors anticipated the outcome of the second round of US-China trade talks, taking place in London later in the day. Tokyo's Nikkei 225 gained 1.1% to 38,137.09, while the Kospi in South Korea added 1.9% to 2,865.
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Uncertainty around tariffs, interest rates, and economic growth continues to roil financial markets. Despite a recent recovery from a tariff-related swoon, investors remain cautious, monitoring developments on the trade front and awaiting new economic data. The benchmark S&P 500 index and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite are poised to
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US stocks closed moderately higher Thursday, driven by strong earnings from Nvidia, despite ongoing uncertainty over President Donald Trump's trade policies. A key ruling from the US Court of International Trade blocked most of the tariffs Trump's administration had announced, sparking concerns that the trade war
