Vendors urge Bicholim civic body to restore power in mkt

Tokyo’s Nikkei index soared to a record high, surging over 4% on Thursday. This significant jump was fueled by a powerful rally in AI-related stocks, particularly chipmakers, following an optimistic earnings forecast from U.S. firm Micron. Investors eagerly bought back into technology shares, driving major companies like SoftBank Group, Advantest, and Tokyo Electron higher. Energy…

Oil-sensitive Indian stocks tumbled significantly after US airstrikes on Iran. Crude oil prices climbed as sanctions on Iranian sales were reinstated. These events reignited concerns over Middle East stability and potential supply disruptions. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains vulnerable, impacting global energy supply routes. Analysts expect oil inventories to stay under pressure until…

Bloomin’ Brands stock surges 24% on earnings beat, raised guidance