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  • ASML raised 2026 guidance and beat Q1, prompting analysts to lift price targets and signaling stronger semiconductor-equipment demand.
  • Intertek stock jumped after EQT disclosed an indicative all-cash takeover approach that the board rejected.
  • Aehr Test Systems received a record $41 million order from a hyperscale AI customer, boosting bookings and sending the stock higher.
  • Citi now expects two South African rate hikes in 2026, citing higher oil prices and inflation risk from the Iran conflict.
  • Travelers reported sharply higher Q1 core profit on stronger underwriting and lower catastrophe losses, supporting insurer earnings resilience.
  • U.S. Bancorp posted a 13.6% Q1 profit increase driven by higher net interest and fee income, supporting bank margin strength.
  • Abbott narrowly beat Q1 estimates but cut 2026 adjusted EPS by $0.20 after the Exact Sciences acquisition, weighing on the stock.

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U.S. Dollar Climbs as Robust Economic Indicators Temper Rate Cut Expectations

U.S. Dollar Climbs as Robust Economic Indicators Temper Rate Cut Expectations

The U.S. dollar experienced a slight dip on Friday but is on track to secure a third consecutive weekly gain, driven by stronger-than-anticipated economic data. Key metrics, notably a decrease in initial jobless claims, have shifted market expectations away from imminent Federal Reserve interest rate reductions. Meanwhile, the euro and yen showed m…

U.S. Dollar Gains Amid Resilient Economic Indicators and Fed Outlook

U.S. Dollar Gains Amid Resilient Economic Indicators and Fed Outlook

The U.S. dollar experienced a slight decline on Friday yet is positioned to complete a third consecutive week of gains. This momentum follows robust economic figures, including a notable drop in jobless claims, which have tempered expectations for early Federal Reserve interest rate reductions. Meanwhile, European currencies and the Japanese yen sh…

Dollar Climbs for Third Consecutive Week Supported by Robust U.S. Economic Data

Dollar Climbs for Third Consecutive Week Supported by Robust U.S. Economic Data

The U.S. dollar eased slightly on Friday but was on track to record a third week of gains following stronger-than-forecast economic reports that dampened expectations for imminent interest rate reductions by the Federal Reserve. Key data points, including a notable drop in jobless claims and steady retail sales, reinforced confidence in the stabili…

U.S. Dollar Climbs for Third Straight Week on Robust Economic Indicators

U.S. Dollar Climbs for Third Straight Week on Robust Economic Indicators

The U.S. dollar experienced a slight dip on Friday but was on track to post its third consecutive weekly gain, buoyed by stronger-than-anticipated economic data that diminished market expectations of imminent Federal Reserve interest rate reductions. Key metrics, particularly employment figures, signaled ongoing economic resilience, influencing cur…

Bitcoin Falters Near $95,000 as US Crypto Regulation Faces Delay

Bitcoin Falters Near $95,000 as US Crypto Regulation Faces Delay

Bitcoin retreated slightly in Asian trading after a brief surge to $96,000, following the postponement of key US legislative discussions intended to clarify digital asset regulation. The delay stemmed from opposition by Coinbase to the proposed bill’s stablecoin provisions, dampening enthusiasm despite this week’s overall gains driven by notable co…

Asian Currencies Hold Steady Amid Robust U.S. Economic Data and Fed Caution

Asian Currencies Hold Steady Amid Robust U.S. Economic Data and Fed Caution

Asian currencies mostly traded within narrow bands as strong U.S. labor market data strengthen expectations that the Federal Reserve will maintain current interest rates for the near term. The U.S. dollar remains close to a six-week high, while the Japanese yen steadies slightly after government intervention to prevent further decline. Other major …

Trump Endorses Palestinian Technocratic Government to Manage Gaza Transition

Trump Endorses Palestinian Technocratic Government to Manage Gaza Transition

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed support for the newly formed Palestinian Technocratic Government tasked with managing Gaza during a transitional period. This announcement coincides with the initiation of a second phase of a ceasefire that came into effect in October but remains unstable. The technocratic government, composed of 15 members…