Money Briefing: Trump plays up prospect of diplomatic end to Iran war Strategic angle: US president soothes markets but doubts on strategy and Tehran’s position persist Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Traders placed $580mn in oil bets ahead of Trump post on Iran talks Strategic angle: Thousands of Brent and WTI contracts changed hands 15 minutes before president’s message on Truth Social Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Asia wants more U.S. oil and gas to reduce Middle East dependence after Iran war, Burgum says Strategic angle: Japan, South Korea and Taiwan rely heavily on exports through the Strait of Hormuz. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Just Delivered Fantastic News to Shareholders Nvidia's CEO shares positive updates that excite investors. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Estée Lauder nears deal to combine with Jean Paul Gaultier owner Puig Strategic angle: Tie-up between US and Spanish groups would create a $40bn beauty giant Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Can Trump do a deal with Iran? Strategic angle: Formidable obstacles stand in the way of any diplomatic effort to end the war Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Swalwell drops lawsuit against FHFA's Pulte as California governor race heats up Strategic angle: Eric Swalwell drops suit alleging FHFA's Pulte used private information to hurt President Donald Trump’s critics, leaking details about Swalwell's family home. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Chevron CEO says Iran war impact isn't fully priced into oil market, traders have ‘scant information’ Strategic angle: Chevron CEO Mike Wirth highlighted the disparity between physical oil supply and futures market pricing amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Volume in stock and oil futures surged minutes before Trump’s market-turning post Strategic angle: The timing of the earlier volume spikes — across both equities and crude — caught the attention of traders. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Toyota to invest $1 billion to increase U.S. production in Kentucky, Indiana plants Strategic angle: Toyota on Monday announced $1 billion in investments in two U.S. plants as part of a plan to invest up to $10 billion domestically over the next five years. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Trump administration plans to bring more diesel to market as fuel prices surge, Wright says Strategic angle: Diesel prices have surged about 40% to $5.29 per gallon, the highest level since 2022, as the U.S. war against Iran has disrupted oil supplies. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Want Decades of Passive Income? 2 Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever. Strategic angle: Explore two stocks that promise long-term passive income for investors. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Synopsys shares rally as activist Elliott builds multibillion-dollar stake in chip design firm Strategic angle: Elliott did not disclose the exact value of its investment, but described Synopsys as 'essential to the global chip industry.' Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Mutiny At Aurinia Pharmaceuticals? Biotech Soars On C-Suite Shake-Up. Strategic angle: Aurinia Pharmaceuticals experiences a significant rise amid leadership changes. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: As Terns Stock Soars 1,400%, What Does One Fund's $5.2 Million Sale Signal to Investors? Strategic angle: A significant stock surge raises questions about market signals and investor strategies. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Amid Market Volatility, This Spread Bets Against Emerging Markets Strategic angle: Amid Market Volatility, This Spread Bets Against Emerging Markets Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Leadership Transition Dims Adobe Inc. (ADBE)’s Outlook Strategic angle: Adobe faces uncertainty as leadership changes impact its future prospects. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Inside Synopsys, Inc. (SNPS)’ Bold AI and Systems Push Strategic angle: Exploring Synopsys' innovative strategies in AI and systems development. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Briefing: Why Street Sends Mixed Signals on Intuit Inc. (INTU) Strategic angle: Analysts are divided on the future performance of Intuit Inc., reflecting uncertainty in the market. Editorial Staff Mar 23
Money Is Lam Research Corporation (LRCX) Eyeing Besi Industries Merger amid IBM Pact for Logic Scaling Exploring potential merger opportunities as LRCX navigates strategic partnerships. Editorial Staff Mar 23