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As global markets react positively to signs of de-escalation in the Middle East, Asian indices have also shown resilience, buoyed by China’s stronger-than-expected economic data and Japan’s stock market rally. In this context, dividend stocks in Asia present an intriguing opportunity for investors seeking steady income streams amid broader geopolitical and economic developments. Name Dividend

[Getty Images] The Bank of England expects stock markets around the world to fall as share prices do not reflect the many risks facing the global economy, its deputy governor has told the BBC. Sarah Breeden said: “There’s a lot of risk out there and yet asset prices are at all-time highs. We expect there

The Asian stock markets have recently experienced a rebound, supported by stronger-than-expected economic data from China and optimism around geopolitical de-escalation in the Middle East. As investors navigate these shifting conditions, identifying stocks that may be trading below their intrinsic value can offer potential opportunities for growth in an otherwise cautious market environment. Name Current

Over the past year, many of the top tech stocks lost their momentum as the Fed’s reluctance to cut interest rates, escalating geopolitical conflicts, and other macro headwinds drove investors toward more conservative sectors. Some investors also likely worried that the artificial intelligence (AI) market — which had generated strong tailwinds for many tech companies

Etsy (ETSY 4.54%), the online artisan marketplace for customized and handcrafted goods, closed at a record high of $296.91 per share on Nov. 24, 2021. That marked a 1,756% gain from its IPO price of $16 on April 16, 2015. At the time, investors were impressed by its accelerating growth during the pandemic and its

International stocks have been hot over the past 16 months, significantly outperforming U.S. stocks since the beginning of 2025. That outperformance continued into 2026, as most international indexes are up, while U.S. markets have mostly sputtered through the first four months of the year. Diversifying your portfolio with international stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is

It’s been tough being an income investor of late. All the excitement seems to be on growth’s side of the fence. Indeed, after an alarming pullback in February and March, the S&P 500 Growth index is up nearly 13% just since the end of last month. That seems to have come at the expense of

The Iran war came as an unwelcome shock to the stock market and the global economy. Between Feb. 27 (the day before U.S. military strikes on Iran began) and March 30, the tech-heavy Nasdaq-100 index lost 8% of its value. With the news full of alarming headlines, investors fled to safe-haven assets and moved away

Oneok (OKE +0.23%) is one of the more resilient dividend stocks in the energy sector. The energy midstream company has delivered over a quarter-century of dividend stability and growth. It currently offers a dividend yield of more than 5%. The pipeline company is off to a strong start this year, rallying about 15% and outpacing

📌 Top story — scroll down for more updates Top of the Morning 10:25 am — ISRG flat By Sanmeet DeoTeam Rule Breakers Intuitive Surgical (ISRG 0.14%) dropped its Q1 2026 results on April 21, and the numbers were hard to argue with. Revenue hit $2.77 billion, up 23% year over year, while non-GAAP earnings per share

The stock market has largely performed well on Donald Trump’s watch. Even recent economic shocks like new tariffs and oil price spikes haven’t chased away the Wall Street bulls. At least, not yet. Will AI create the world’s first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an “Indispensable Monopoly” providing

Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) was among Jim Cramer’s stock calls on Mad Money recently. Cramer highlighted buying the stock for the Charitable Trust, as he stated: We bought the stock of Johnson & Johnson today for the Charitable Trust… Are we crazy? No, we’re not crazy. We’re buying what may be the best drug stock,

Kelvin Wong Senior Market Analyst Based in Singapore, Kelvin Wong is a well-established senior global macro strategist with over 15 years of experience trading and providing market research on foreign exchange, stock markets, and commodities. Passionate about connecting the dots in the financial markets and sharing perspectives around trading and investment, Kelvin Wong is an

Amid signs of de-escalating Middle East tensions and strong earnings reports, global markets have shown resilience, with major indexes like the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 reaching record highs. In this environment of optimism, dividend stocks can offer a compelling investment opportunity by providing regular income streams alongside potential capital appreciation. Name Dividend Yield Dividend

Making history is nothing unusual for Wall Street’s benchmark indexes. As of the closing bell on April 17, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) and Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) were both at record highs, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI) was one solid day away from joining its peers. The Nasdaq was also on

PRESS RELEASE                                         Share Buyback Transaction Details April 16 – April 22, 2026 Alphen aan den Rijn – April 23, 2026 – Wolters Kluwer (Euronext: WKL), a global leader in professional information solutions, software and services, today reports that it has repurchased 95,594 of its own ordinary shares in the period from April 16, 2026, up to

The United Kingdom’s stock market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices experiencing declines amid weak trade data from China, highlighting global economic uncertainties. In this environment, small-cap stocks can offer unique opportunities for investors seeking growth potential, as these companies are often less exposed to international fluctuations and may

Despite inflows, RIAs account for just 0.38% of overseas holdings Traders at KB Securities in Seoul monitor the market on April 23, after the Kospi broke through 6,500 points, following a tech-led surge from Wall Street and stellar performance by SK hynix. (The Korea Herald) South Korea’s record-setting Kospi rally is driving a surge in