STOCK MARKET REACTION

Jun 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tesla's Robotaxi: A Smooth Ride, But Is It Safe?

Tesla's stock saw a 10% boost on Monday, all thanks to the launch of its self-driving "Robotaxi" fleet in Austin, Texas. This wasn't just any test drive. It was a big deal, a major step in Tesla's plan to change how we think about transportation. A select group of influencers got to try it out first, and they were impressed. They shared their experiences on social me...

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Jun 13 2025BUSINESS

Stocks Tumble as Middle East Tensions Rise

Markets took a hit early Friday. The trigger? Israel's strike on Iran. This move sent shockwaves through the financial world. Energy prices shot up. Investors scrambled for safety. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all took a dive in futures trading. Israel declared a state of emergency. The U. S. said it had no hand in the attack. President Trump took to his social ...

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May 31 2025BUSINESS

Trade Tensions: A Fresh Look at the US-China Trade Dispute

The trade relationship between the United States and China hit a rough patch. The latest development? A public accusation from the U. S. President. He claimed that China had not kept its end of a recent trade bargain. This news sent a ripple through the stock market, causing a slight dip in early trading. Trade agreements are complex. They involve lots of back-and-f...

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May 26 2025FINANCE

Trade Talks: U. S. and EU Hit Pause on Tariffs

The U. S. and EU have decided to postpone a planned 50% tariff on EU imports. This change came after a conversation between President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Trump mentioned that the delay was requested by von der Leyen. She wanted more time to negotiate. This is not the first time Trump has threatened tariffs only to ...

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May 24 2025POLITICS

The EU-US Trade Showdown: A Brewing Storm

The former US President Donald Trump has recently stirred the pot in international trade. He has threatened to impose a hefty 50% tariff on goods coming from the European Union. This move comes after he felt that the current trade talks were not going anywhere. He pointed out several issues with the EU's trade practices, including high taxes and unfair laws against A...

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May 13 2025POLITICS

Trump's Trade Tricks: A Wild Ride for Global Markets

The former president, Donald Trump, had a unique way of handling the U. S. economy. It was like a rollercoaster ride, with ups and downs that left many people puzzled. He had a knack for inserting himself into international business affairs, a move that was quite different from his predecessors. This approach often led to confusion, both on Wall Street and among fore...

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May 08 2025BUSINESS

China's Trade Talk Shift: Markets React Positively

There's been a noticeable change in China's stance on trade talks with the U. S. Chinese officials have recently started considering talks with the U. S. This is a significant shift from last week, when they flat-out rejected any discussions while the U. S. maintained its "unilateral tariffs. " The Chinese Ministry of Commerce spokesperson revealed that high-ranki...

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Apr 15 2025BUSINESS

Intel's Strategic Shift: Altera's New Chapter

Intel is making a big move to reshape its business. The company has decided to sell most of its Altera chip division to the investment firm Silver Lake. This deal is worth a whopping $8. 75 billion. Altera is known for making chips used in wireless tech, cars, and other gadgets. This sale is a significant change from Intel's past strategy. Back in 2015, Intel bought...

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Apr 10 2025FINANCE

Trump's Stock Market Tweets: A Double-Edged Sword

The stock market can be a rollercoaster. It can go up and down in a blink of an eye. It is a place where fortunes can be made and lost in a heartbeat. So, when a powerful figure like Trump gives advice on investing, people listen. But is it wise to follow his lead? Let's break it down. On a Wednesday morning, Trump took to social media. He had a message for his ...

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Apr 04 2025BUSINESS

Trade Wars and Soaring Plane Prices: What's Next for the Aerospace Industry?

The aerospace industry is in for a bumpy ride. New tariffs are set to make planes and parts more expensive. This could hurt an industry that helps the U. S. trade balance by over 100 billion dollars each year. The U. S. aerospace industry has been a big winner in global trade. For decades, it has enjoyed duty-free trade thanks to a long-standing agreement. Now, new ...

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