Copper, known as "the gold of the energy transition," is crucial for sustainable energy systems due to its excellent conductivity. Following a sharp correction after a peak in May, experts suggest this downturn may present a prime entry opportunity for investors, especially with predictions of a supercycle driven by supply shortages. Three promising copper stocks are highlighted for their potential to benefit from a future price rise.
The US presidential election significantly impacts global markets, particularly the ASX, with potential shifts in tech, healthcare, mining, and energy sectors. A Trump administration may favor deregulation and free-market policies, benefiting companies like Xero and CSL, while a Harris administration could impose stricter regulations, affecting compliance costs and market dynamics. Investors should monitor these developments closely, as changes in tariffs and trade policies could influence stock performance and economic growth.
China's leading lithium producers, Tianqi Lithium Corp. and Ganfeng Lithium Group Co., reported significant losses as the industry grapples with declining prices and oversupply. Tianqi recorded a net loss of 496 million yuan in the third quarter, a stark contrast to its 1.65 billion yuan profit from the same period last year, while Ganfeng's profit dropped 25% to 120 million yuan.
Hedging costs against fluctuations in the US dollar have reached their highest level since 2022, driven by concerns over potential market volatility following the upcoming presidential election. The one-week implied volatility on the Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index has surged, indicating traders are bracing for significant currency swings against major counterparts like the euro, yen, Chinese yuan, and Mexican peso.
Experts remain pessimistic about the Swiss economic outlook, with the UBS CFA indicator showing a slight improvement to -7.7 points in October, yet still indicating a negative trend for the fifth consecutive month. While inflation expectations have decreased, analysts are divided on the future of the Swiss franc against the euro and US dollar.
BYD has surpassed Tesla in quarterly revenues for the first time, reporting $28.2 billion in sales, driven by record sales of 1.12 million electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. While BYD's net income reached a record $1.6 billion, it still trails Tesla's $2.2 billion. The competition intensifies as both companies challenge traditional automakers in the electric vehicle market.
BYD's revenue surged 24% year-on-year to 201.1 billion yuan ($28.2 billion) for the quarter ending Sept. 30, surpassing Tesla's $25.2 billion for the first time. The Chinese automaker's net income reached a record 11.6 billion yuan, driven by the sale of 1.12 million electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, despite still trailing Tesla's profit of $2.2 billion.
BYD Co. reported quarterly revenue of 201.1 billion yuan ($28.2 billion) for the three months ending September 30, marking a 24% year-on-year increase. This achievement allowed BYD to surpass Tesla for the first time in revenue, as Tesla's sales reached $25.2 billion during the same period.
UBS reported a Q3 net profit of $1.4bn, nearly doubling forecasts, driven by increased trading and cost-cutting, while Standard Chartered's pre-tax profit surged to $1.72bn, prompting plans to double wealth management investment. Meanwhile, China's largest banks saw profit growth despite declining net interest margins, and Bank of America is considering litigation over a CFPB inquiry into Zelle's handling of funds amid rising fraud concerns.
Longi Green Energy Technology Co. reported a loss of 1.26 billion yuan ($177 million) in the third quarter, marking its fourth consecutive quarterly loss. The Xi’an-based solar manufacturer continues to struggle amid a significant supply glut that is driving down prices and impacting profitability, contrasting with a net income of 2.5 billion yuan during the same period last year.
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