Wipro Q1 Preview: Under pressure from AI, what can investors expect from earnings?

Wipro’s Q1 earnings are expected to show a revenue rise, driven by acquisitions and currency. Core IT services revenue may decline sequentially, impacting overall profitability. Analysts anticipate margin pressure from wage increases and deal ramp-ups. Investors will focus on September quarter guidance and deal conversion rates. Management commentary on demand and AI strategy will be…

US Stock Market: Fed officials welcome softer US inflation, seek more evidence before policy shift

Federal Reserve officials noted cooling inflation data but stressed more months are needed. They indicated a weakened case for a near-term rate hike while remaining cautious. Market attention now shifts to producer price data for broader inflation trends. Investors have reduced expectations for an imminent interest rate increase. Policymakers remain committed to restoring price stability…

Global Market: SK Hynix jumps 13% as easing US inflation, AI memory optimism lift chip stocks

South Korean semiconductor shares experienced a significant surge on Wednesday. This rally was fueled by softer U.S. inflation data and renewed AI demand optimism. SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics saw substantial gains in early trading. Analysts foresee strong structural demand from AI applications supporting the memory market. Industry experts predict a severe memory supply shortage…

US Stock Market: Citigroup shares slide after upbeat results fail to ease worries over higher costs

Citigroup reported strong second-quarter earnings, driven by trading and investment banking revenues. The bank’s net income jumped 45%, surpassing analyst expectations significantly. However, shares declined as investors focused on potential higher expenses ahead. Citigroup maintained its full-year return target, signaling possible weaker second-half profitability. The bank’s results align with other major U.S. financial institutions reporting…