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Quote of the day by Daniel Kahneman: “In any diversified portfolio, there will be both winners and losers, and the consideration that should determine which you should sell, if any, is certainly not the price at which you bought it originally”
Daniel Kahneman’s insight highlights how anchoring to purchase price distorts investment decisions. Investors often hold losing stocks and sell winners too early. The piece emphasises focusing on future returns, fundamentals and portfolio role rather than past prices, reinforcing that diversification naturally includes both winners and losers.
US Stocks Today | US stock opens higher after Micron revives AI optimism, upbeat economic data
Wall Street’s main indexes moved higher on Thursday, led by technology stocks after upbeat forecasts from Micron and Qualcomm reignited optimism around artificial intelligence. Investor sentiment was also supported by encouraging economic data, which reinforced confidence in the broader market outlook.
US stocks | Micron overtakes Meta, Tesla in market value amid relentless AI infrastructure demand
Memory chip giant Micron Technology has surpassed Meta Platforms in market valuation for the first time, driven by a robust AI-fueled surge. Strong fourth-quarter revenue and profit projections, coupled with $22 billion in customer commitments for chip supplies, have propelled Micron’s shares to new heights, signaling a significant shift in the tech landscape.
US inflation tops 4% for first time in three years, keeping Fed hike in play
US inflation climbed to 4.1% in May, driven by rising energy prices, keeping the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hike plans on the table for September. Despite this, consumer spending surged, bolstered by tax refunds and a stock market rally. Business investment in equipment also rebounded, particularly in AI-related technology, offering a mixed economic outlook.
US Stocks: Nasdaq, S&P end lower as tech megacap declines outweigh upbeat chip outlook
Indian markets saw a mixed close on Thursday. While the Nasdaq and S&P dipped due to Big Tech’s AI spending concerns, the Dow edged higher. Investors reacted to fresh economic data showing rising inflation and a robust GDP growth. Despite strong earnings from chipmakers like Micron, worries about the Federal Reserve’s next move persisted, influencing…
JPMorgan puts two more in line to succeed Jamie Dimon
JPMorgan Chase has appointed Doug Petno and Troy Rohrbaugh as co-presidents, signaling a significant step in succession planning for CEO Jamie Dimon. Rohrbaugh will now lead consumer and community banking, while Petno takes the helm of the commercial and investment bank. These moves potentially refine the pool of candidates for the top leadership position at…
Womenswear retailer Reformation reports revenue rise in US IPO filing
Sustainable fashion brand Reformation has filed for a U.S. IPO, reporting a revenue increase to $507.1 million for the year ending December 27, 2025, though net profit saw a dip. The direct-to-consumer retailer, known for celebrity endorsements, aims to leverage the recovering IPO market. Private equity firm Permira, which holds a majority stake, will retain…
Global Market: Apple supplier Lingyi’s shares up 6% in Hong Kong debut
Shares of Lingyi iTech opened 6% higher in the Chinese precision parts maker’s Hong Kong debut on Friday, after the Apple supplier raised about HK$8.3 billion ($1.06 billion) in a share sale in the city.
Global Market: Core inflation in Tokyo accelerates as energy-driven price pressures begin to broaden
Tokyo’s core inflation surged in June, driven by rising energy costs stemming from the Middle East conflict. This acceleration signals broadening price pressures, prompting the Bank of Japan to consider further interest rate hikes. While some economists express caution about the extent of these pressures, the central bank is closely monitoring the situation as it…