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As the US economy appears to have dodged a recession, stock valuations have surged to record highs. However, investors remain cautious, concerned about high valuations, the delayed impact of the Federal Reserve's interest-rate hikes, and escalating debt levels that could signal trouble ahead.
Cigna Group reported third-quarter earnings of $7.51 per share, surpassing Wall Street expectations. Revenue also exceeded estimates, fueled by new clients and growth in the company's specialty pharmacy segment. The company reaffirmed its outlook for the year.
Nifty dropped below 24,200 on the last day of Samvat 2080, marking its worst month since March 2020 with a 6% decline in October. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have sold over ₹1 lakh crore, contributing to a 2,000-point correction from record highs. While midcaps faced pressure, smallcaps performed well, with pharma and media sectors remaining in the green.
Saudi Arabia’s General Organization for Social Insurance is set to invest $500 million in Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.’s new Middle East venture, matching Brookfield’s commitment. The kingdom’s Public Investment Fund is also participating as an anchor investor, with total investments potentially reaching at least $2 billion.
The Trump administration intensified efforts to oust Maduro in Venezuela, enacting severe sanctions and launching a CIA task force focused on cyber operations against the regime. Despite initial setbacks, a cyberattack disrupted military payrolls, revealing internal dissent. However, the CIA's broader pro-democracy initiatives faced criticism for lacking impact amid Venezuela's humanitarian crisis, leading to tensions with the administration over the agency's approach.
US consumer spending remains robust, supported by job security and rising real incomes, as personal income and consumption data are anticipated to show positive trends. The upcoming US personal consumer expenditure deflator and jobless claims data will provide further insights into the labor market and economic balance. Meanwhile, European inflation data is expected, with markets maintaining expectations for rate cuts despite recent fluctuations in Germany's figures.
On the eve of Samvat 2081, market sentiment is downbeat despite a strong year, as investors grapple with various global challenges. After enduring the pandemic, supply chain issues, and inflation, the current pause may signal a healthy correction rather than a cause for concern, as analysts suggest.
Quantum computing, with its potential to revolutionize technology, poses significant risks to data security as current encryption methods may soon become obsolete. The anticipated "Q-Day" could allow quantum computers to crack existing encryption, prompting urgent action for developing quantum-resistant methods. While we have time before this revolution, the fragility of our digital security systems is increasingly evident, underscoring the need for proactive measures.
Hong Kong's securities regulator has revised its guidelines on market sounding practices, responding to feedback from the hedge fund and banking sectors. The updated rules, effective May 2, clarify the definition of confidential information and the types of securities involved.
US economic data shows a robust GDP growth of 2.8% in Q3, complicating potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Meanwhile, inflation has resurfaced in the eurozone, causing concern among investors as the DAX index weakens, approaching critical support levels.
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