Global Markets Slide as Trump Prepares Sweeping Tariffs

April 2, 2025

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 02, 2025-Global stock markets tumbled Monday as investors reacted to US President Donald Trump’s plans for sweeping new tariffs on imports, sparking fresh trade war fears. Trump, who has already imposed tariffs on steel, aluminum and cars, is set to announce additional levies on April 2, which could target all countries. The […]

Hedge funds exiting US tech and media stocks

February 24, 2025

Catenaa, Monday, February 24, 2025– Hedge funds have exited US tech and media stocks during the two weeks ending on February 21 at the fastest pace in six months, according to Goldman Sachs. A note sent to Goldman Sachs clients on Friday said speculators “aggressively” dumped both long and short positions in AI-related equipment, media, and communications […]

US Futures Rise as China Signals Trade Talks Return

May 2, 2025

Catenaa, Friday, May 02, 2025-US stock futures advanced Thursday evening after China signaled a willingness to resume trade negotiations with the United States, offering a potential reprieve in escalating tariff tensions. Futures tied to the S\&P 500 rose 0.68%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average futures jumped 337 points, or 0.82%. The Nasdaq 100 futures […]

US Stocks Reverse Course After 90-Day Tariff Halt News

April 7, 2025

Catenaa, Monday, April 07, 2025- Stocks reversed course in Wall Street on Monday after White House economic adviser Hassett President Trump is considering a 90-day tariff pause on all countries except China. In an interview with Fox news, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett said that President Donald Trump was considering a 90-day tariff pause […]

VIX Fear Index Slides From 40 in April to 18.22

May 14, 2025

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 14, 2025- Wall Street’s fear gauge, the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX), experienced a historic and rapid decline this week, signaling a possible market rebound after a tumultuous period. The VIX fell to 18.22 on Tuesday, down from a high of over 40 in early April, marking the fastest drop in its history. […]

Walmart profits up by 5.6% in FY25, global sales up 16%

February 20, 2025

Catenaa, Thursday, February 20, 2025 – Walmart global sales grew by 16% in 2024, the earnings report for the fourth quarter released on Thursday showed, as the e-commerce giant records more than expected profits FY2025. Walmart’s global e-commerce sales grew 16%, led by store-fulfilled pickup & delivery and the US marketplace, while growth was negatively affected by […]