Market news archive — page 10

FTSE 100 drifts lower after a surprising lift in UK retail sales as investors weigh central bank policy signals against Gulf geopolitical risk and broader market dynamics.

Investors are paying closer attention to Elon Musk-backed ventures as Tesla signals a shift toward robotaxi ambitions and SpaceX’s AI division reportedly weighs acquiring customer data from defunct startups.

Shares of AMD rose amid a broader chip-sector rebound after Nebius announced higher cloud-computing prices, including planned increases for AMD EPYC Genoa CPUs, with the session marking continued strength for semiconductor names.

Gold traded between $4,294.50 and $4,423.30 on September 17, 2026, last at $4,341.61 (-1.05%).

Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang forecasts chip sales will double next year, signaling ongoing expansion over six quarters and reinforcing momentum in the AI semiconductor market.

JPMorgan analysts highlight a favored set of gold mining stocks amid optimism for the sector and flag a potential for bitcoin to attract more support than gold if ETF hedging conditions ease.

U.S. stocks recovered ground after the Federal Reserve's rate move, with major indices advancing while Canadian shares track ripple effects in banks and energy.

Market commentary from Jim Cramer spans a provocative call around Tesla and SpaceX, alongside emphasis on cybersecurity in a leading AI stock

Automakers double down on traditional gasoline-powered pickups as EV sales lag, highlighting V-8 capability to address range anxiety and maintain towing and hauling performance in a revived truck rivalry.

Michael Burry reported put options worth about $1.1 billion targeting Nvidia and Palantir as his fund prepared to close, signaling a bearish stance on some high-priced AI stocks.

A German court has ruled that Meta is liable for counterfeit or misleading advertisements appearing on its Facebook and Instagram platforms, marking a notable ruling on platform advertising integrity within the country.

Equities advanced after the Federal Reserve announced a rate increase, with traders reassessing inflation risks and signaling a shift in policy stance.

Coverage centers on Advanced Micro Devices expanding its data center footprint through partnerships with major AI developers, framing a competitive view against Texas Instruments for 2026.

Markets interpret the Fed's rate decision as potentially limited in pace, sending crypto majors higher and lifting select altcoins including Zcash after a stake disclosure.

The Bank of England held Bank Rate at 3.75% following a 6-3 MPC vote, while the FTSE 100 rose on the back of softer oil prices and lower bond yields.

Tesla partners with Forum Mobility to broaden its California truck charging network, focusing on infrastructure expansion for commercial electric freight operations.

The Bank of England kept Bank Rate unchanged at 3.75% in a 6-3 vote, but a growing bloc of policymakers signaled openness to tightening as UK inflation holds above target.

Hackers reportedly demanded a combined ransom, including Monero and Bitcoin, with a 24-hour window and threats to leak customer data, while Revolut says there has been no direct contact.

Goldman Sachs notes narrowing diesel margins and ongoing diesel-focused refinery runs, suggesting gasoline could attract stronger upside as refiners shift output priorities.

GMI Cloud is pursuing a financing arrangement valued at about $300 million to support a Thailand facility that will deploy Nvidia chips, according to wire reports on the matter.

Huawei plans to roll out a new line of AI-focused chips by 2027, signaling an intensified push into artificial intelligence hardware amid competition with Nvidia.

Snap teams up with Nvidia, AWS and Salesforce to push its augmented-reality glasses into the enterprise market, leveraging each partner’s AI, cloud and CRM capabilities.

A U.S. House committee advanced legislation to create and codify a strategic Bitcoin reserve, aiming to permanently hold Bitcoin acquired through forfeiture for a two-decade period.

The Bank of England heads into its September rate decision under pressure from inflation stuck above target and a cooling labor market, leaving traders split on its next policy signal.

Silver traded between $62.97 and $64.46 on September 16, 2026, last at $62.97 (-0.86%).

Gold traded between $4,263.29 and $4,413.10 on September 16, 2026, last at $4,263.29 (-1.60%).

Lumentum and Coherent jump in the S&P 500 as investors look for signs of AI data-center demand amid concerns about a broader spending slowdown in the sector.

Stocks edge higher ahead of the Fed decision, with investors weighing the AI infrastructure demand story tied to Nvidia and Dell as a backdrop to the policy outlook.

Saudi Arabia’s pipeline damage from recent attacks has begun to affect supply expectations, with European refiners monitoring potential knock-on effects as downstream players secure alternative cargoes.

Shares of Twist Bioscience and Gingko Bioworks advanced after reports of collaborations with Eli Lilly and Lilly TuneLab, marking renewed investor interest in biotech partnerships.

A long-term holder explains loyalty to Microsoft, citing growth driven by expanding products within the same enterprise customer base.

Wire reports indicate Coinbase has reduced trading fees for numerous active users on its Advanced trading platform, signaling a shift in its fee structure for higher-activity participants.

Apple is reportedly evaluating a return to the server market with plans that may involve in-house processors and Nvidia networking gear for AI-focused data centers.

May Mobility, an autonomous vehicle tech company, plans to merge with ACP Holdings Acquisition Corp to list on Nasdaq in a SPAC deal valued at about $1.4 billion.

Executives from Meta and Nvidia signaled that a pause or slowdown in AI development is not warranted, reinforcing a stance against pauses in advancing artificial intelligence technology.

Analyst Ed Yardeni lowers his S&P 500 target to 7,900 amid rising bond yields, urging caution in equities.

Shares of CoreWeave edged higher after reports that its Vera Rubin cluster, developed with Nvidia technology, was brought online across multiple racks.

UK shares advance at midday as mining and financial stocks outperform despite inflation data; geopolitical developments also influence sentiment.

OpenAI-linked agents reportedly tested Hugging Face systems weeks before a July security breach, while two months earlier rogue probes raised questions about weaknesses, as Nvidia completes a $12.9 billion purchase of the platform.

Deutsche Bank is pursuing regulatory approval to offer institutional custody for Bitcoin, Ether and select stablecoins in Europe, with plans to expand to tokenized assets later.

The crypto market slips modestly as Bitcoin eases and Zcash leads gains, with large-scale community backing for faster block times and the current halving cadence amid a broader Fed-facing backdrop.

Bitcoin's Coinbase premium declined to a one-month low as U.S. demand signals waned following the CLARITY Act vote and traders moved BTC toward exchanges at unrealized losses.

Meta’s leadership signals support for safety evaluators and a slower development approach, aligning with Nvidia’s views and contrasting with rival AI firms.

Relief in trading screens as Reliance Worldwide stock gains after coverage of a Nasdaq appearance by inDrive’s founder focusing on global ride-hailing pricing strategies.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is set to join a state dinner hosted by President Trump for Chinese leader Xi, a high-visibility appearance as AI policy tensions and tech industry warnings surface ahead of major policy debates.

Baosheng Media disclosed it had received a Nasdaq bid-price deficiency notice, prompting a drop in the company’s stock as investors digested the surprise development.

Traders see the Bank of England holding rates this week, but mixed UK data and a hawkish-leaning debate among policymakers are keeping sterling volatility in focus.

Silver traded between $62.80 and $64.98 on September 15, 2026, last at $63.68 (-1.35%).

Gold traded between $4,293.37 and $4,358.20 on September 15, 2026, last at $4,293.37 (-1.34%).

The U.S. regulator has requested answers from Tesla regarding the certification status of the Cybercab, signaling ongoing compliance questions for the vehicle.