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B2Gold Expands Share Buyback Program Amid Gold Price Surge
TORONTO — B2Gold Corp. announced Wednesday an expansion of its share buyback program, authorizing the repurchase of nearly 10% of its outstanding shares as the gold miner seeks to return capital to sh...
Global Markets Rally as Hopes Rise for End to Iran Conflict
Global stock markets surged and oil prices tumbled for the second consecutive day on Wednesday as investors reacted to growing optimism that the ongoing war in Iran may be nearing an end. The broad-ba...
IMF Warns of Severe Global Economic Impact from Potential Iran Conflict
GENEVA — The International Monetary Fund issued a stark warning on Tuesday, stating that a potential war involving Iran would inflict more severe damage on the global economy than previously anticipat...
Dow Surges on Iran Truce Timeline as Nike Shares Tumble on Earnings
NEW YORK — The Dow Jones Industrial Average rallied sharply on Wednesday, driven by optimism over a potential resolution to tensions in the Middle East, while Nike Inc. shares plunged following a disa...
Gottsegen analyzes economic impact of falling stocks versus high gas prices
NEW YORK — A falling stock market poses a greater threat to the U.S. economy than persistently high gas prices, according to analysis by MarketWatch columnist Gordon Gottsegen. Published on April 1, 2...
Wall Street Opens Q2 on Solid Footing as Oil Prices Dip Below $100 on Iran Ceasefire Hopes
NEW YORK — U.S. financial markets began the second quarter on a resilient note as crude oil prices fell below the $100 per barrel threshold, driven by growing optimism surrounding a potential ceasefir...
JPMorgan Strategist Warns of Volatile 2026 Market, Urges Investors to Hold
NEW YORK — JPMorgan Asset Management strategists have forecast a turbulent year for U.S. equity markets in 2026, predicting a "choppy, bumpy ride" while advising investors to maintain their positions ...
Kashmir Launches Massive Donation Drive for Iran
SRINAGAR, Kashmir — A large-scale donation drive has been launched across the Kashmir region to support Iran, marking a significant mobilization of resources and public participation. The initiative, ...
SpaceX Files Confidentially for U.S. Initial Public Offering
SpaceX has confidentially filed for an initial public offering in the United States, marking a potential milestone as the largest stock market listing in history. The private rocket manufacturer submi...
Japan Provides $1.3 Billion to Ukraine via World Bank for Social Spending
KYIV — Ukraine received $1.3 billion in financial assistance from Japan on Tuesday, channeled through the World Bank’s PEACE project to bolster social spending and ensure economic stability. The trans...
Pentagon Signs 7-Year Deal to Triple PAC-3 Missile Seeker Production
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon signed a seven-year contract on Tuesday with Boeing and Lockheed Martin to triple the production capacity of PAC-3 MSE missile seekers, a critical component of the U.S. ...
Intel Shares Rise on Tech Sector Strength and Ireland Fab Deal
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Intel Corp. shares climbed on Wednesday as the technology sector posted broad gains and the chipmaker announced a significant buyback agreement for a fabrication plant in Ir...
Rosneft Net Profit Plunges 73% in 2025 Amid Economic Headwinds
MOSCOW — Russia’s largest oil producer, Rosneft, reported a sharp decline in annual net profit for 2025, with earnings falling 73% to 293 billion rubles. The state-controlled energy giant disclosed th...
U.S. Stock Market to Close for Good Friday in 2026
NEW YORK — The U.S. stock market will remain closed on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, as the nation observes the Christian holiday. While the financial exchanges will suspend trading, federal holiday sta...
U.S. Stock Futures Flat After Major Averages Post Best Session Since May
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock futures remained little changed Wednesday morning after major averages posted their best session since May, concluding a losing month and quarter for all three major indexes...
Global Markets React to Escalating Conflict in Iran
NEW YORK — Global financial markets experienced significant volatility on Tuesday as escalating military conflict in Iran sent shockwaves through international trading floors. The turmoil, driven by h...
AlTi Global Reports Earnings, Announces C-Suite Transition
AlTi Global released its latest quarterly earnings report on Monday, marking a significant period of transition for the technology firm as it simultaneously announced changes to its executive leadersh...
Nio Shares Surge on First Quarterly Profit, Strong Sales Outlook
NEW YORK (AP) — Nio Inc. shares jumped Monday after the electric vehicle maker reported its first-ever quarterly profit, signaling a potential turning point for the Chinese automaker as it navigates a...
U.S. Stocks Post Worst Quarter Since 2022 Amid Trump Economic Pledges
NEW YORK — U.S. equities markets recorded their worst quarterly performance since 2022, defying President Donald Trump's economic promises and raising concerns about the administration's fiscal trajec...
Nvidia Invests $2 Billion in Marvell Technology for AI Data Center Partnership
SAN FRANCISCO — Nvidia Corp. announced a $2 billion investment in Marvell Technology Inc. on Monday, cementing a strategic partnership aimed at expanding infrastructure for artificial intelligence dat...
OceanaGold to List on New York Stock Exchange in 2026
SYDNEY — OceanaGold Corporation announced Monday it will list its shares on the New York Stock Exchange on April 7, 2026, marking a significant expansion of its presence in U.S. capital markets. The A...
U.S. Stocks Surge on Hopes of U.S.-Iran Conflict Resolution
NEW YORK — Major U.S. stock indexes closed sharply higher Monday as investors reacted to emerging diplomatic signals suggesting a potential de-escalation of tensions between the United States and Iran...
Dow Surges 1,124 Points as Crude Oil Prices Retreat
NEW YORK — The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 1,124 points on Monday, driven by a sharp decline in crude oil prices that alleviated inflation concerns and boosted investor confidence across majo...
Oil Prices Ease, World Shares Mixed Amid Uncertain Iran Conflict
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Oil prices eased and global stock markets closed mixed on Monday as investors grappled with the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the conflict in Iran, with no clear signs of de-es...
Motley Fool Analyst Outlines 2026 Stock Market Outlook for Retirement Savers
NEW YORK — Maurie Backman of The Motley Fool published an analysis on March 31, 2026, addressing emerging concerns regarding the stock market's trajectory and offering strategic guidance for retiremen...
Cramer Outlines Top Market Watch List Amid Rising Oil Prices
NEW YORK — Jim Cramer released his top 10 stocks to watch for Tuesday trading as Wall Street prepares for a higher open despite persistent pressure from rising oil prices. The financial analyst’s list...
Stocks Rally as Trump Exit Signal and Iranian Tanker Strike Drive Oil Prices Higher
NEW YORK — U.S. stock markets surged Monday as investors reacted to a reported signal of a potential Trump administration exit and a strike on an Iranian tanker that pushed crude oil prices above $117...
U.S. Stocks Surge as Trump Signals Flexibility on Hormuz Amid Iran Tensions
NEW YORK — Major U.S. stock indices climbed sharply Monday as President Donald Trump indicated a willingness to show flexibility regarding the Strait of Hormuz, even as oil prices remained elevated ab...
Buffett Says Berkshire Hathaway Finds Few Attractive Investments Amid Market Decline
NEW YORK (AP) — Warren Buffett stated Sunday that Berkshire Hathaway is struggling to find attractive investment opportunities in the U.S. stock market following a significant decline in equity valuat...
Dow Jones Surges After Trump Comments on Iran Conflict
NEW YORK (AP) — The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed sharply Tuesday as investors reacted to President Trump's latest remarks regarding a potential conflict with Iran. The index gained over 800 po...