Articles by Daniel Marsh
Wall Street Surges: Dow Jumps 930 Points on Tech Rebound and Geopolitical Easing
U.S. stocks posted their strongest session in months on Thursday, with the Dow soaring 930 points, driven by a tech rebound and easing geopolitical risks. Chip stocks led gains, while Adobe dropped after CFO departure.
Bradesco Shares Surge on Brazil Market Rebound, Strong Q1 Earnings
Bradesco shares climbed on a broad Brazil market recovery, with the bank posting strong first-quarter earnings. Insider selling was reported, but the controlling group's stake remained unchanged.
Scotiabank Hits New High as TSX Rebounds on Financials Rally
Bank of Nova Scotia surged to a 52-week high, closing up 1.24% at C$115.27, as the TSX rebounded 1.5% on financial sector strength and strong trading volume.
Moderna Stock Surges 8% Amid Nasdaq Rally, Cancer Vaccine Progress in Focus
Moderna shares surged nearly 8% to $49.64, tracking a broad Nasdaq rally. Investors are focused on the company's mRNA cancer vaccine pipeline after UK regulators cleared a new trial for Lynch syndrome.
B2Gold Surges on Gold Price Rebound, Leadership Transition
B2Gold shares surged over 5% on both exchanges as gold prices recovered, with the company's high sensitivity to bullion and a recent leadership change fueling the rally.
Itaú Unibanco Shares Surge on $3 Billion Capital Boost Plan
Itaú Unibanco shares climbed on Thursday after the bank unveiled a R$3 billion perpetual subordinated bill issue, boosting its Tier 1 capital ratio by 19 basis points.
U.S. Mortgage Rates Climb to Near 2026 Peak as Inflation Pressures Persist
Mortgage rates edge up to 6.52%, close to 2026 highs, as inflation and labor market strength keep borrowing costs elevated. Applications rise 10.8% but affordability remains strained.
Bank of Canada Holds Rate at 2.25% Amid Growth-Inflation Tug-of-War
Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25% for a fifth time as weak growth and rising inflation create a monetary policy 'dilemma'; the Canadian dollar fell to a seven-month low.
Dow Rebounds 930 Points as Oil Plunges After Trump Halts Iran Strikes
The Dow surged 930 points as oil prices dropped sharply after President Trump called off planned strikes on Iran, soothing geopolitical fears. Honeywell, Boeing, and Caterpillar led the gains.
