Reported 6 months ago
JP摩根資產管理增加了其印度本地貨幣主權債券持有量，認為它們是亞洲同行中最好的選擇。摩根指出，在4月，當標準10年期債券收益率攀升至7.15%以上時，增加了債券持有量。此外，他們從中國政府債券中獲利，並加入了前往印度債券的全球投資者浪潮。預計印度債券指數的納入將吸引多達400億美元的資金流入。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
South Africa faces economic risks as it heads towards an election that could jeopardize the recent economic progress under President Cyril Ramaphosa. The African National Congress (ANC) is at risk of losing its national majority due to issues like corruption, but investors hope for policy continuity to maintain positive economic growth. Various election outcomes could impact the economy differently, as the ANC may either retain a majority vote, form partnerships with different parties, or face challenges with potential coalition shifts affecting investor confidence and economic stability.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
中國5月發行的地方政府債券數額達到了七個月來的最高水平，這表明當局正加大財政刺激力度以支持經濟。本月迄今總金額為7900億元（合1090億美元），根據彭博編譯的數據。 本月的這一數字受到了計劃本週發行的3910億元的增援，數據顯示。 地方債券發行的增加，加上超長期國債的發售，顯示出北京政府對經濟注入動力的決心。 最新數據證實了進一步採取更多政策行動的理由，四月份的整體信貸比上升是首次，房地產市場仍然處於糟糕狀態。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Top Australian miners Rio Tinto and BHP Group are collaborating to test large battery-operated electric haul truck technology in Western Australia's Pilbara region. They aim to achieve net zero operational greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and will work with manufacturers Caterpillar and Komatsu for independent trials. The trials will evaluate performance and productivity in the Pilbara environment and mark the initial stage of electric haul truck testing at BHP and Rio's Pilbara operations, with trials for Cat 793 and Komatsu 930 haul trucks planned under the collaboration.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
China establishes its largest-ever semiconductor investment fund of 344 billion yuan ($47.5 billion) to boost the domestic chip industry, aiming for self-sufficiency amid US restrictions. Named Big Fund III, the fund, with support from state-owned banks and enterprises like Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Ltd., reflects China's resolve under Xi Jinping's government to advance its semiconductor sector. The move comes as tensions with the US rise, prompting China to invest in legacy chipmaking capabilities to counter US restrictions on advanced chip imports.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Eric Trump faced backlash over Memorial Day weekend for sharing a post claiming his family 'gave up everything to Save America' on social media. Critics called out the post as insensitive during a time meant to honor fallen service members, highlighting the Trump family's lack of military service and past negative comments towards the military. Many expressed disgust over the timing of the post, reminding the family what true sacrifice means, especially on Memorial Day.
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Reported 6 months ago
波士頓凯尔特人距離NBA總決賽只差一場勝利，已取得六連勝並11-2的季後賽戰績，擁有2場標誌性的季後賽勝利，且在對上印第安那溫和的步行者的系列賽中一路領先。儘管還有許多未完成的任務，但這支凯尔特人隊的成功已經值得珍藏。球隊展現出克服逆境的能力，如同在週六晚上在印第安那州進行的比賽中進行了令人難以置信的18分反擊。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
《最后的疯狂》是一部关于一个垂危男子最后的豪迈的喜剧电影，保持着在中国大陆影院的票房榜首，是其上映四周中第三个周末。这部电影自5月1日上映以来已赚得近1亿美元，周末收入为580万美元，是中国影市在五一假期和夏季档之间继续放缓的迹象之一。其他成功影片包括《魔狱之战：围城》和《猩球崛起之王国》，以及周末最高的新片《三个老男孩》等。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
I Shouldn’t Be Alive Season 2 on Amazon Prime Video offers gripping survival stories that captivate viewers. The season includes 7 episodes, each recounting harrowing tales of individuals facing life-threatening situations. Hosted by Qarie Marshall and Eric Meyers, the series delves into the decisions that led to survival. Available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, viewers can follow the heart-pounding journeys of those who defied the odds to stay alive.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
歐洲央行首席經濟學家菲利普·蘭表示，央行預計將於下個月開始降息，但將需要在2024年一直保持政策處於收緊狀態，並指出工資增長已逐漸放緩，以及通脹正在持續接近2%目標，表示現在是6月放寬貨幣政策並開始降息的時機。他還補充說，明年隨著通脹顯著接近目標，確保利率降至與該目標一致的水平將是另一個不同的辯論。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Concepción Alejo, a domestic worker in Mexico City, represents the unseen 2.5 million domestic workers, mostly women, in Mexico. Despite their essential role, they face low pay, abuse, and long hours. With the upcoming election possibly making history with the first female president, domestic workers like Alejo hope for improved conditions under candidates Claudia Sheinbaum or Xóchitl Gálvez. While progress has been made with labor rights legislation, enforcement issues persist. Alejo and others await changes a woman leader may bring to address gender and class disparities in their profession and society at large.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Associated Press報導指出，中國在與某些國家發生糾紛後威脅進行貿易，部分國家向美國國務院成立的名為“公司”的八人團隊尋求幫助。這支團隊在兩年前幫助立陶宛因與中國在台灣問題上的爭端而受困時出現，如今幫助越來越多國家應對外交官所稱的北京經濟壓力。美國正加強行動，以抗衡中國的全球影響力，而其他國家的回應則顯示對這種支持的需求很高。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
In the Western Conference Finals, the Dallas Mavericks closed out Game 3 with a 13-3 run led by Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, securing a 116-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Doncic and Irving's prowess in the fourth quarter has been instrumental in Dallas' dominating 3-0 series lead, with the duo collectively scoring 21 of their 66 points in Game 3's final quarter. Despite a close competition, the Timberwolves struggled to match the scoring output of Doncic and Irving, with the Mavericks' pair shooting significantly better from long range. With the Mavericks on the verge of clinching the series, the Timberwolves face a tough challenge ahead as they try to come back in Game 4.
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Reported 6 months ago
Source: WSJ
Reported 6 months ago
加納的決策者計劃在連續一次的會議中保持利率不變，以控制高通脹並支撐其貨幣。根據彭博社調查，大多數經濟學家預計在占星座鈞宣佈決定後，國家銀行將維持基準利率為29%，以加強它的貨幣，並防止更高的進口價格使通脹保持目前較高水平。這是由除了考慮到人們期待的嚴峻的氣候狀況，疾病及化肥短缺導致今年前四個月可可收益的減少外，其坐姿因素為有限的情況下支持它使用以保護貨幣，可可出口收入下降了49%至5.99億美元。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Christopher Bell在預定400圈比賽的251圈後被宣布為星期日晚間的可口可樂600比賽的冠軍；Kyle Larson試圖完成印地安納泡椒－夏洛特雙溪大賽的嘗試因雨而受挫。比賽在90圈時Bell領跑，當天晚上9:31經歷雷暴延賽，工作人員試圖在晚間完成比賽，最終在11:30宣布未完成149圈。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Shares of China Evergrande New Energy Vehicle Group more than doubled after it was announced that liquidators representing major shareholders agreed to sell a stake in the electric vehicle maker. The non-binding deal involves a third-party buyer acquiring 29% stake with an option for 29.5% more, providing a financial lifeline to the cash-strapped EV unit. Earlier, the EV unit was demanded to repay subsidies, and its parent company, China Evergrande, faced liquidation due to its massive debt.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving's strong performance led the Dallas Mavericks to a 116-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of the Western Conference finals, giving the Mavericks a commanding 3-0 lead in the series. Despite losing center Dereck Lively to injury, the Mavericks pushed ahead with stellar play from Dončić and Irving. Anthony Edwards' efforts kept the Timberwolves in the game, but ultimately couldn't secure a win. Game 4 is set for Tuesday, where the Mavericks have the opportunity to sweep the series and advance to the NBA Finals.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Christopher Bell emerged victorious in the Coca-Cola 600, the 65th edition of the race, which was shortened due to inclement weather. NASCAR called off the race after drivers completed 249 of the scheduled 400 laps, with Bell leading a race-high 90 laps. Brad Keselowski finished as the runner-up, followed by William Byron, Tyler Reddick, and Denny Hamlin. The win marked Bell's first crown jewel race victory and the eighth win of his Cup career.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda stated that the BOJ will proceed cautiously with inflation-targeting frameworks, noting unique challenges faced by Japan after years of ultra-easy monetary policy. Ueda highlighted the difficulty of estimating the neutral interest rate accurately in Japan due to prolonged near-zero short-term interest rates, while BOJ Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida mentioned that anchoring inflation expectations to the 2% target remains a significant challenge despite progress in moving away from zero inflation expectations.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Starbucks in China is trying to avoid a price war but is being pulled into discounting practices due to competition from low-cost rivals like Luckin Coffee. Despite stating they want to maintain quality growth without lowering prices, Starbucks has started offering more discount coupons resulting in easier access to discounted coffees for Chinese consumers. The article highlights the competitive coffee market in China, Starbucks' struggles in maintaining market share, and the balance between offering discounts and a premium in-store experience.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Bullish sentiment on the dollar is fading as signs show the US economy is cooling, leading to a group of investors holding a net short position for the first time in six weeks. While leveraged funds retained some bullish wagers on the dollar, asset managers increased net dollar shorts, resulting in a net short position of $5.36 billion as of May 21. The cooling US monthly inflation data and stagnant retail sales in April have raised expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, with investors awaiting signals from the upcoming personal consumption expenditures report. As the US dollar weakened against most G-10 peers between May 14 and May 21, the overall dollar position shifted, indicating a possible shift towards a bearish outlook on the US dollar.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Shares in Europe and Asia rose ahead of the Memorial Day holiday, with European stocks gaining modestly and Asian benchmarks climbing. Germany's DAX and the CAC 40 in Paris saw small gains, while Tokyo's Nikkei 225 and the Kospi in Seoul advanced. Taiwan and South Korea experienced heavy buying of computer chip-related shares. The S&P 500 rebounded and the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell slightly. Oil prices rose, with US crude at $78.03 per barrel and Brent crude at $82.16 per barrel. The dollar weakened against the yen while the euro strengthened. Comments and concerns about inflation and the US economy's strength impacted market sentiment.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Australian investors are more engaged in activism than in over a decade as active campaigns surge and companies yield to pressure from agitating shareholders. This year marks the highest number of activist campaign starts on record, with 27 campaigns launched on Sydney-listed companies so far in 2024, double the average of the past decade for the same period. Lendlease Group is the latest to yield to investors, deciding to sell international assets after pressure from stakeholders like Tanarra Capital and Allan Gray. The increasing clashes between Australian firms and shareholders have brought new power brokers like billionaires and large pension funds into the spotlight.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
借助Alex Wennberg的延長賽進球，突然漲價的遊戲3英雄在佛羅里達贏得5-4的勝利，讓紐約遊騎兵隊以2-1的領先優勢進入東部區冠軍賽。他在季後賽中的突出表現展現出季後賽曲棍球的魅力，幫助球隊取得史詩般的進展，展現出他在關鍵時刻的價值。
Source: YAHOO