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Snap Shares Recover Amid EU Digital Services Act Investigation
Snap Inc shares gained 2.5% on Monday, recovering slightly from last week's decline triggered by an EU investigation into child-safety practices. The company faces global regulatory pressure as it pursues subscription revenue growth.
New Hampshire Senate Passes Crypto ATM Fraud Bill Amid Rising Senior Losses
The New Hampshire Senate approved legislation mandating cryptocurrency ATM operators to reimburse fraud victims who report within 14 days, as nationwide losses surpassed $65 million in the first half of 2024.
SCHD ETF Boosts Healthcare in Rebalance as Dividend Fund Inflows Surge
The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) increased its healthcare allocation to 18.5% during its yearly portfolio update, adding Abbott Laboratories and UnitedHealth Group. The fund gathered nearly $4 billion in the first quarter as investors poured a total of $24.1 billion into U.S. dividend-focused funds, marking the strongest quarterly start since 2022.
IBM's AI Strategy Under Scrutiny as Q1 Report Looms Amid Stock Slump
IBM shares are trading nearly 27% below their 52-week peak, with pressure mounting on its AI strategy ahead of first-quarter results on April 22. The company recently completed its $11 billion acquisition of Confluent.
GE Vernova Shares Slip Despite Strong Gas Demand and $40B Nuclear Deal
GE Vernova shares declined 4% Monday, even as the company highlighted a significant jump in gas turbine orders and a potential $40 billion small modular reactor deal stemming from a U.S.-Japan energy pact.
Broadcom Tops AI Chip Picks as Custom Silicon Race Heats Up
Broadcom emerged as the favored AI stock pick over Oracle and Marvell in Monday's commentary, highlighted by its 106% quarterly AI revenue surge. Analysts cited its scale and custom chip portfolio as key advantages.
Mortgage Rates Edge Lower Amid Market Volatility, Affordability Concerns Persist
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate eased to 6.55% on March 30, offering minor relief. However, broader measures show rates remain elevated, with purchase applications down 5.4% and refinancing demand plunging 14.6%.
EU Gas Prices Hold Near €54 as Supply Fears Mount Ahead of Winter
European benchmark gas prices remain elevated near €54 per megawatt-hour as EU ministers plan emergency talks. Storage levels are critically low at 28%, with Germany reporting higher inflation driven by energy costs.
Oil Volatility Surges as Middle East Tensions and G7 Action Rattle Markets
Oil prices whipsawed on Monday, with Brent crude briefly surpassing $116 a barrel before retreating, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate gained over 3%. The volatility stems from escalating Middle East tensions and emergency G7 measures to stabilize markets.
XRP Holds $1.34 Amid Regulatory Uncertainty and High Leverage
XRP traded around $1.34 on Monday, recovering from a weekend dip while open interest in derivatives reached $2.55 billion. The token remains 63% below its 2025 peak amid regulatory uncertainty and fund outflows.
Silver Climbs Above $70 Amid Geopolitical Tensions and German Coin Shift
Silver prices reclaimed the $70 level Monday, gaining 1% amid ongoing Middle East conflict and shifting rate expectations. Germany announced a significant reduction in silver content for its collector coins.
Bitcoin Recovers to $67K on Geopolitical Hopes, ETF Outflows Weigh
Bitcoin regained ground toward $67,000 Monday following diplomatic comments on Iran, though significant ETF outflows limited the rally. Ether outperformed with a 2.4% gain.