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Marsh & McLennan Shares Decline Amid Bond Offering and AI Sector Pressure
Marsh & McLennan shares fell 0.71% as the company filed for a senior notes offering and registered shares for employee awards, while insurance brokers face ongoing concerns about AI disruption.
RBC Shares Gain Ahead of Earnings as Investors Eye Bank of Canada Policy
Royal Bank of Canada stock advanced 0.7% Friday, with investors focused on upcoming quarterly results and uncertain central bank rate outlook.
RBC Shares Near C$233 as Investors Eye Q1 Earnings After Mixed Jobs Data
Royal Bank of Canada stock closed at C$232.72, trailing peers as markets rallied. January jobs showed a loss of 24,800 positions but unemployment fell to 6.5%.
Merck Shares Surge to 52-Week High on Deutsche Bank Upgrade
Merck shares climbed to a 52-week high following an upgrade from Deutsche Bank, which raised its price target to $150. The company is set to present new bladder and kidney cancer data later this month.
Bank of America Shares Stabilize After Volatile Week; Key Data Ahead
Bank of America stock closed nearly flat at $52.55 following a sharp drop, as markets prepare for a holiday closure and key economic releases.
Merck Shares Gain on Deutsche Bank Upgrade Ahead of Key Cancer Data
Merck shares advanced following a Deutsche Bank upgrade to Buy and a raised price target, with investors focused on upcoming oncology data at the ASCO GU symposium.
Bank of America Shares Edge Lower Ahead of Inflation Data, Epstein Suit Advances
Bank of America shares declined slightly in premarket trading Friday, following a significant drop in the previous session, as a class-action lawsuit tied to Jeffrey Epstein moves forward and markets await key inflation figures.
Lloyds Banking Group Announces Branch Closures and Share Buyback Progress
Lloyds Banking Group will shutter 95 branches between May 2026 and March 2027, while continuing its £1.75 billion share repurchase program. The bank's stock closed at 103.05p, up 0.24%.
Bank of America Leads Financial Sector Lower Ahead of Key Economic Data
Bank of America shares declined 1.8% as financial stocks retreated ahead of delayed jobs and inflation reports. AI disruption concerns added pressure to wealth management firms.
QVC Group Shares Collapse Amid Bankruptcy Restructuring Talks
QVC Group stock plummeted 66% following reports of creditor negotiations that could lead to a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. The company carries $6.6 billion in debt.
Unilever Faces Valuation Test Ahead of Earnings Following Deutsche Bank Downgrade
Unilever shares rose 1.53% to 5,244p despite a Deutsche Bank downgrade to 'hold' on valuation concerns. The consumer goods giant reports Q4 and full-year 2025 results on Feb. 12.
Lloyds Banking Group Announces Fresh Share Buyback Amid Market Focus on Capital Returns
Lloyds Banking Group has initiated a new share repurchase program, acquiring 10 million shares for cancellation, following a recent stock decline. Investors are assessing capital return plans and UK interest rate outlook ahead of the bank's annual report.
Bank Stocks Slip on Soft Retail Data, Eyes on Fed Signals
Citigroup shares fell over 2% Tuesday as weak U.S. retail sales data pressured Treasury yields and bank profits. Investors await key economic data and commentary for direction on interest rates.
Bank of America Shares Dip Amid Soft Retail Data, Eyes on Upcoming Economic Reports
Bank of America shares declined approximately 1% in Tuesday's midday session following disappointing U.S. retail sales figures, which pressured Treasury yields. Investors are awaiting key inflation and employment data for interest rate direction.
Unilever Shares Edge Higher Amid Deutsche Bank Downgrade Ahead of Earnings
Unilever shares gained 0.2% in early London trading following a Deutsche Bank downgrade to 'hold' on valuation concerns. Investors await the company's full-year results due February 12.
HSBC Shares Edge Lower as Barclays' Strong Results Spotlight UK Banking Sector
HSBC shares dipped 0.5% in early London trading, retreating from near a 52-week high, as investors assessed Barclays' robust earnings and capital return plans ahead of HSBC's own annual results later this month.
UOB Gains Ahead of Earnings as Singapore Banks Navigate Rate Outlook
UOB shares advanced 0.47% to S$38.88 ahead of its Feb. 24 results, while DBS fell after reporting a 10% Q4 profit drop and warning of a volatile 2026.
Westpac Shares Slide on CIO Retirement Announcement Ahead of Key Banking Results
Westpac shares declined 1.8% following news that Chief Information Officer Scott Collary will retire this year. The broader banking sector softened ahead of Commonwealth Bank's earnings report, while consumer sentiment hit a 10-month low.
Bank of America Shares Dip Ahead of Key Economic Data, CEO Remarks
Bank of America stock edged lower in after-hours trading as investors await critical U.S. jobs and inflation reports. CEO Brian Moynihan is scheduled to speak Tuesday.
BlackRock Shares Gain on Deutsche Bank Aladdin Integration and Fund Restructuring
BlackRock's stock rose 2.5% following an FX workflow automation partnership with Deutsche Bank and a consolidation of municipal closed-end funds. Investors await CFO commentary and key economic data.
Coherent Shares Surge 7% on Bank of America Price Target Boost Amid AI Data Center Focus
Coherent Corp stock rallied over 7% after Bank of America raised its price target to $250, citing strong hyperscale capital expenditure trends. The optical components maker also provided its Q3 revenue and earnings guidance.
Bank of America Shares Slip Amid Financial Sector Weakness; Focus Turns to Economic Data
Bank of America stock declined slightly as financials underperformed the broader market. Investors are awaiting key inflation and jobs reports, along with commentary from CEO Brian Moynihan.
Eddie Bauer Seeks Buyer for North American Stores Amid Bankruptcy Proceedings
Eddie Bauer is pursuing a buyer for its North American retail locations after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. and initiating similar proceedings in Canada. The company warns it may wind down store operations if a sale fails.
HSBC Gains Ahead of Earnings as UK Banks Shift Focus to Wealth Management
HSBC shares rose 0.4% in London trading as investors await annual results on Feb. 25. The move comes amid a broader pivot by UK banks toward fee-based wealth management services.
State Bank of India Stock Soars to All-Time High on Record Quarterly Profit
Shares of State Bank of India surged over 7% to a record high after the lender reported its highest-ever quarterly profit and improved asset quality. Analysts have raised price targets following the strong results.
Standard Chartered Taps Ex-UBS Banker for Wealth Push Ahead of Earnings
Standard Chartered shares gained slightly after appointing former UBS banker Raza Jafree as global head of private client sales. Investors await full-year results on Feb. 24 for updates on wealth business momentum.
Barclays Gains Ahead of Key Earnings Report as Banking Sector Shows Strength
Barclays shares advanced 0.8% in early London trading ahead of its full-year results release Tuesday, with investors focused on cost guidance and capital returns. The broader FTSE 100 rose 0.3%, supported by financials.
Unilever Stock Downgraded by Deutsche Bank on Valuation Concerns
Unilever shares declined after Deutsche Bank lowered its rating to 'hold', citing a stretched valuation. Investors are focused on the upcoming results for volume and margin trends.
UOB Gains as DBS Profit Shortfall Casts Shadow Over Singapore Banking Sector
United Overseas Bank shares advanced as investors assessed the impact of lower interest rates following a profit miss from larger rival DBS Group.
Commonwealth Bank Shares Steady Ahead of Key Earnings and Dividend Announcement
Commonwealth Bank of Australia shares held near A$160 as investors await the bank's half-year results and interim dividend decision due Wednesday.