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Belgium’s stock market ended Thursday on a positive note, with the BEL 20 index gaining 1.42%. Key contributions came from the Industrials, Basic Materials, and Technology sectors, highlighted by notable rises in shares of Lotus Bakeries and Umicore SA. Mixed commodity and currency movements accompanied the equity gains.
Stock prices on the OMX Stockholm 30 index concluded Thursday's session higher, buoyed by advancements in the Healthcare, Financials, and Basic Materials sectors. While several large-cap stocks posted increases, others experienced notable declines, reflecting a mixed trading environment. Currency and commodity moves also influenced market sentiment…
The OMX Helsinki 25 index closed up 1.67% following broad sector gains, particularly in Basic Materials, Utilities, and Oil & Gas. Nokian Renkaat Oyj and SSAB AB B stocks reached 52-week highs, buoyed by positive momentum, while Brent crude and US dollar futures softened, influencing commodity-linked sectors.
Ascendis Pharma's stock climbed to a record level following RBC Capital's upgraded price target, reflecting strong expectations for the company's key drug Yorvipath and promising international market opportunities. The company highlighted sustained patient growth, a relatively untapped U.S. market, and significant European potential, accompanied by…
Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk emphasized the crucial role of the United States as a key partner for Poland, while recognizing the complexities in maintaining these ties within the current geopolitical context. Speaking prior to a significant summit scheduled for Thursday, Tusk highlighted the necessity of safeguarding Poland’s transatlantic c…
Moderna's stock price climbed 10% on Thursday, marking a four-day streak and attaining its highest intraday value since November 2024. Over the past month, shares have surged 57%, significantly surpassing analysts' average price targets. This momentum has been partly attributed to a favorable European patent decision and anticipation surrounding on…
JPMorgan Chase has completed the acquisition of UK-based pensions technology company WealthOS, seeking to strengthen its position in the pensions market. This move aims to leverage WealthOS’s technology to improve JPMorgan’s retirement product offerings, responding to increasing demand for predictable income solutions as populations age. WealthOS’s…
Netflix's stock price has declined for six straight trading sessions, dropping 1.8% on Thursday to reach a level not seen in more than a year. The sustained selloff follows quarterly guidance that failed to meet investor expectations and apprehension about the company's pursuit of Warner Bros. Discovery as an acquisition target. Overall, the stock …
The Warsaw Stock Exchange saw significant gains as the WIG30 index increased by 2.33% to reach a new all-time peak. Leading sectors included Oil & Gas, Banking, and Energy, with notable gains in shares of Polski Koncern Naftowy ORLEN SA, Bank Polska Kasa Opieki SA, and Benefit Systems SA. Commodity prices showed mixed movements, with crude oil futu…
Tempest Therapeutics Inc experienced a notable increase in its stock price after receiving an upgraded recommendation from H.C. Wainwright, coinciding with a significant strategic shift involving new CAR-T therapy assets and executive leadership. The company’s refreshed focus and capital outlook have prompted optimism about its clinical development…
General Fusion, a Canadian nuclear energy startup focusing on magnetized target fusion technology, announced plans to go public in the United States through a roughly $1 billion merger with Spring Valley Acquisition Corp. III, a blank-check company. The proposed transaction is anticipated to close by mid-2026 and would result in General Fusion trad…
The Danish stock market closed higher on Thursday with the OMX Copenhagen 20 index gaining 3.46%, marking a three-month high. Positive momentum was driven by strong performances in the Healthcare, Consumer Goods, and Technology sectors, with notable gains from Novo Nordisk, Zealand Pharma, and Oersted. Conversely, certain stocks including Pandora a…
Jefferies forecasts that healthcare services stocks will increasingly reflect operational fundamentals by 2026, as policy uncertainties subside. The firm upgraded Cencora on improved growth outlook and reduced risk, while downgrading Acadia Healthcare and Chemed due to financial pressures and slow recovery prospects.
During a discussion at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Tesla CEO Elon Musk shared insights about the rapid advancement in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, autonomous vehicles, and space exploration. He projected that AI could outperform human intelligence by the end of this year or at the latest by next year. Tesla plans to introduce huma…
Target Corporation has bolstered its board with the addition of two seasoned merchandising executives, John Hoke III and Steve Bratspies, signaling a strategic push under incoming CEO Michael Fiddelke to revive brand appeal and sales growth. The appointments come as Target confronts challenges from sales declines, activist investor pressure, and co…
The Metals Co has become the inaugural deep-sea mining company to apply for an international seabed mining permit using the U.S. Department of Commerce’s newly simplified review process. Located in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone between Hawaii and Mexico, the proposed mining regions contain significant deposits of polymetallic nodules rich in critical…
The Oslo OBX index closed lower by 0.60% on Thursday, influenced by declines in the Media, Transport, and Diversified Financials sectors. Despite the overall downturn, certain stocks like Telenor ASA and Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA posted gains. Commodity prices, including crude oil and Brent oil, decreased, while gold futures saw a rise. Currency pa…
The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange saw notable gains on Thursday, with its benchmark TA-35 index climbing to a new all-time peak. Momentum was primarily fueled by robust returns in the insurance, financial services, and communications industries. However, select technology and pharmaceutical stocks lagged, mirroring a cautious market environment influence…
The Athens General Composite index advanced 2.16% to close at a five-year high, bolstered by strong performances in the banking, construction, and energy sectors. Notably, shares of Ellaktor SA, Aktor Symmetochon, and Public Power reported significant increases. While most stocks rose, select real estate and port authority shares experienced declin…
Piper Sandler has upgraded Elanco Animal Health to an Overweight rating, highlighting the company's enhanced presence within large veterinary corporate groups and strong product prospects. The price target for Elanco has been raised to $30. Conversely, Zoetis has been downgraded to Neutral due to anticipated innovation slowdowns and revised price t…
Thursday's trading session exhibited pronounced fluctuations across a spectrum of stocks. Major companies such as Alibaba and Facebook experienced notable gains, while others like Abbott Laboratories faced declines. The movements reflect a complex interplay of earnings reports, corporate developments, and strategic announcements affecting various m…
The Istanbul Stock Exchange's main benchmark, the BIST 100, finished Thursday's session with a 0.97% increase, reaching an all-time high. Gains were primarily driven by strong performances in Telecoms, Textile & Leather, and Information Technology sectors. Key individual stocks, including Katilimevim Tasarruf Finansman AS and EIS Eczacibasi Ilac Si…
Senior health insurance executives from prominent U.S. companies testified before Congressional committees, addressing soaring healthcare costs and worsening affordability for American consumers. The hearings come amid significant premium increases under the Affordable Care Act and after the cessation of enhanced COVID-related subsidies. Rising emp…
Officials from leading health insurance firms—including CVS Health, Cigna, UnitedHealth, and Elevance—testified before U.S. congressional committees regarding escalating healthcare expenses and the consequent decline in affordability for Americans. This scrutiny arises as consumers confront significantly higher Obamacare premiums after the cessatio…
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is actively pursuing the restoration of its Grasberg mine following a recent operational setback, with goals to recover most of its output by the latter half of the year. The company also projects significant increases in copper production from its leach operations and expanded output in the U.S., while navigating evolving mar…
