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Events for Tuesday, May 20, 2025
U.S. stock indices declined as investors reacted to dovish signals from Federal Reserve officials, indicating a cautious approach to future rate hikes.
Home Depot reported better-than-expected earnings, with a 9% year-over-year increase in net sales, leading to a rise in its stock price.
Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) raised over $4.5 billion in its Hong Kong debut, signaling strong investor interest in electric vehicle battery technology.
UnitedHealth's stock price increased following insider purchases, reversing a recent downturn triggered by a Department of Justice investigation and leadership changes.
Palo Alto Networks is expected to report a 15% revenue increase and adjusted earnings per share of $0.77, boosting investor confidence in the cybersecurity sector.
Events for Monday, May 19, 2025
U.S. stock indexes closed higher, with the S&P 500 marking its sixth consecutive gain, as investors digested Moody's downgrade of the U.S. credit rating.
Longer-dated Treasury yields increased while the dollar broadly eased, amid concerns about the U.S. debt outlook following Moody's downgrade.
Gold prices surged as investors sought safe-haven assets in response to fiscal concerns following Moody's downgrade of the U.S. credit rating.
Moody's downgraded the U.S. credit rating, leading to initial market volatility as investors reassessed the implications for U.S. debt and economic policy.
Chinese shipments of Apple's iPhone and mobile devices to the U.S. fell to their lowest since 2011, amid escalating tariff tensions.
Moody's downgraded the U.S. credit rating from AAA to Aa1, citing increased government spending and potential extensions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which could add $4 trillion to the deficit over the next decade.
The Eurozone's Consumer Price Index (CPI) flash estimate for April was released, providing insights into inflation trends and potential implications for the European Central Bank's monetary policy.
Events for Friday, May 16, 2025
Political unrest in Turkey leads to a 12.7% drop in the Turkish lira, triggering a market sell-off.
Charter Communications announces a $34.5 billion acquisition of Cox Communications, boosting investor confidence.
Novo Nordisk CEO steps down following lowered revenue forecasts, causing a 5% drop in shares.
Applied Materials reports a 5% drop in shares after missing revenue expectations for Q2.
Meta Platforms postpones the launch of its 'Behemoth' AI model due to performance issues.
Events for Thursday, May 15, 2025
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon cautions that a U.S. recession remains a real possibility amid ongoing uncertainty from the Trump administration's tariff policies.
The UK government’s reprivatisation of NatWest is nearing completion as the taxpayer's stake in the bank has dropped below 1%.
U.S. policymakers are pushing forward legislation to regulate dollar-linked stablecoins, aiming to reinforce the strength and global status of the U.S. dollar.
Coinbase Global has achieved a Relative Strength (RS) Rating of 81, indicating strong stock performance compared to its peers over the last 52 weeks.
The U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) for April showed an unexpected decline, suggesting easing inflationary pressures and influencing market expectations.
April retail sales rose 1.2%, exceeding expectations, signaling robust consumer spending and economic resilience.
Deere & Company reported Q2 earnings exceeding expectations, driven by strong demand in agriculture and construction sectors.
Lantern Pharma's LP-184 treatment shows promising Phase 1a trial results, boosting investor confidence in biotech sector.
Chemomab Therapeutics reports Q1 financial results, providing updates on clinical trials and corporate developments.
U.S. Treasury yields decline following economic data suggesting potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, influencing market dynamics.
Events for Wednesday, May 14, 2025
A temporary U.S.-China trade truce and soft U.S. inflation data lifted global markets, with tech stocks leading the rally.
Saudi Arabia's $600 billion investment in the U.S., including AI and defense sectors, boosts investor sentiment.
Australia's Q1 wage growth of 0.9% enhances household purchasing power, bolstering consumer confidence.
Tesla's market cap surpasses $1 trillion again, reflecting strong investor confidence and market optimism.
Nvidia's $6 billion AI investment in Saudi Arabia enhances growth prospects, driving stock price up.
President Trump signs a $1.2 trillion economic exchange agreement with Qatar, including over $243 billion in deals across defense, aviation, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
President Trump announces the lifting of U.S. sanctions on Syria, signaling a shift in foreign policy.
Qatar Airways places a $200 billion order for 160 Boeing jets, boosting Boeing's stock.
Events for Tuesday, May 13, 2025
April CPI rose 2.3% YoY, below expectations, boosting hopes for Fed rate cuts and lifting equities.
UnitedHealth CEO steps down; company suspends outlook due to escalating medical expenses, causing stock to plunge.
Coinbase shares surge 18.8% after announcement of inclusion in S&P 500, reflecting growing crypto market acceptance.
Indian markets tumble amid profit booking, rising oil prices, and anticipation of inflation data.
GFO-X, backed by M&G, launches UK's first regulated crypto derivatives platform, signaling institutional adoption.
Events for Monday, May 12, 2025
The U.S. and China will cut mutual tariffs for 90 days, sparking a global market rally and lifting investor confidence.
Fed keeps benchmark interest rates unchanged at 4.25–4.5%, citing mixed economic signals and moderating inflation.
OPEC+ announces a 500,000 bpd production cut from June, sending oil prices higher and bolstering energy stocks.
April factory orders in the Eurozone plunge 6.5% month-on-month, sparking concerns over industrial slowdown.
Rivian and Upstart shares retreat after initial pop, highlighting IPO market volatility.
Events for Friday, May 09, 2025
Trump suggests reducing tariffs on Chinese imports to 80%, impacting global markets.
A new US-UK trade agreement lifts investor confidence, affecting multiple sectors.
Investors remain cautious as US-China trade discussions approach, influencing market volatility.
Tesla's stock rises 4.7% despite broader market fluctuations and trade concerns.
The S&P 500 dips 0.1% as investors weigh ongoing trade disputes.
Events for Thursday, May 08, 2025
The U.S. and U.K. reach a trade deal, boosting investor confidence.
Bitcoin price exceeds $100,000, driven by investor optimism.
U.S. eases AI chip export rules, lifting tech stocks.
U.S. may ease chip export rules for Gulf nations, aiding tech.
Fed keeps rates steady, citing persistent inflation concerns.
Events for Wednesday, May 07, 2025
U.S. and Chinese officials will meet to discuss trade tensions this weekend.
The Fed holds interest rates steady citing stable labor data and inflation.
Disney stock rose 6% after surpassing earnings and raising profit outlook.
Novo Nordisk shares climb 5.5% after strong EPS despite lowered forecast.
Uber stock falls 3.5% after Q1 bookings miss despite revenue growth.
Events for Tuesday, May 06, 2025
Trump proposed new pharmaceutical tariffs, prompting market concerns on pricing and supply.
Ford suspends its 2025 forecast due to $1.5B in tariff-related costs.
Palantir shares drop 13% as Q1 earnings disappoint despite revenue growth.
U.S. trade deficit rises to $140.5B, sparking concerns about GDP growth.
Fed holds interest rates steady, signaling data-driven future policy decisions.
Events for Monday, May 05, 2025
President Trump announced 100% tariffs on foreign-made movies, escalating trade tensions and impacting entertainment and tech stocks.
OPEC+ plans to boost oil output by 411,000 barrels/day, causing oil prices to fall and impacting energy stocks.
Warren Buffett announces retirement as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway by year-end, influencing investor sentiment.
U.S. stock futures fall as investors await Federal Reserve's interest rate decision amid inflation concerns.