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goldman sachs predicts sharper decline in south african inflation next year
Goldman Sachs is predicting a significant decline in South African inflation, forecasting an average of 3.3% for next year, contrasting with the central bank's estimate of 4%. Economist Andrew Matheny noted that inflation is expected to stabilize around 4% thereafter, diverging from the median 4.2% estimate from 30 economists surveyed.
pag secures 375 million loan for major india buyout
PAG has secured a $375 million buyout loan from Barclays, DBS, Goldman Sachs, and Standard Chartered for its acquisition of Manjushree Technopack Ltd., India's largest rigid plastic packaging provider. The five-year loan will later be syndicated to the broader market.
goldman warns of significant impact from trumps proposed canada tariffs
Goldman Sachs warns that President-elect Donald Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on Canadian products could significantly impact US consumers, refiners, and Canadian producers. The tariffs may raise fuel prices in the US, although their implementation is uncertain, as they contradict Trump's goal of lowering energy costs. With the US importing nearly 4 million barrels of Canadian crude daily, the tariffs could lead to higher gasoline and energy costs for American consumers.
markets react to trump's tariff threats and federal reserve rate plans
U.S. markets reached record highs despite President-elect Trump's tariff threats, with the S&P 500 rising 0.57% and the Dow Jones up 0.28%. However, automakers like GM and Stellantis faced declines due to proposed 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. A permanent ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is set to begin, while the Fed plans to gradually lower interest rates if inflation stabilizes at 2%.
tocks rise as s p 500 nears record amid mixed corporate earnings
Stocks are nearing all-time highs, with the S&P 500 rising for the seventh consecutive day, driven by optimism despite geopolitical risks and tariff announcements from President-elect Trump. The index is on track for its 52nd record this year, with analysts predicting continued gains into 2025. Meanwhile, corporate performances varied, with notable declines for Amgen and Kohl's, while Eli Lilly benefited from potential government support for weight-loss drugs.
trump's tariff proposal could raise us inflation by nearly one percent
President-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariffs of 10% on Chinese goods and 25% on Canada and Mexico could raise U.S. core PCE prices by nearly 1%, according to Goldman Sachs. This increase may complicate Federal Reserve rate cut calculations, as inflation remains above the target of 2%. The implementation of these tariffs is uncertain, with potential conditions related to immigration and drug policy.
the mixed impact of ai on hedge funds and investor skepticism
Hedge funds and family offices are increasingly adopting AI to enhance portfolio management and operational efficiency, with 86% of managers utilizing generative AI tools. However, skepticism is rising regarding AI's transformative potential, as evidenced by Goldman Sachs questioning the substantial investments in AI without clear returns. The Eurekahedge AI Hedge Fund Index has underperformed the S&P 500, raising concerns about the real-world effectiveness of AI in hedge fund strategies.
iemens secures 10.5 billion bridge loan for altair acquisition
Siemens AG has secured a $10.5 billion bridge loan to finance its acquisition of software maker Altair Engineering Inc., marking its largest-ever buyout. The loan will be syndicated to over 10 banks, having been initially underwritten entirely by Goldman Sachs Group Inc.
crédit agricole upgraded to category 2 in systemic banks list
Crédit Agricole has been upgraded to category 2 on the Financial Stability Board's list of systemically important banks, requiring it to hold more capital to withstand financial shocks. The list, which includes 29 banks, saw Bank of America drop to category 2, while UBS was moved up to category 2 following its acquisition of Credit Suisse. The highest capital requirements are for JP Morgan Chase, classified in category 4.
BNP Paribas Financial Markets now holds 1,232,385 shares of JetBlue Airways, valued at $8.08 million, after acquiring 999,713 shares. Institutional investors own 83.71% of the stock, with UBS Group maintaining a "sell" rating and a $5.00 price target, indicating a potential downside of 18.3%. JetBlue reported a quarterly EPS of -$0.16, surpassing estimates, with revenue of $2.37 billion, reflecting a 0.5% year-over-year increase.
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