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Morning Bid: Fed bets cool, BOJ wagers heat up

Thursday, August 13 by SRN News

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Satoshi Sugiyama For all the anticipation, Wednesday's U.S. CPI data was largely in line with expectations, perhaps even a little anticlimactic. Coupled with softer-than-expected July nonfarm payrolls, it has dampened money-market bets... Read More.

Starbucks Korea swings to Q2 operating loss after marketing backlash

Thursday, August 13 by SRN News

SEOUL, Aug 13 (Reuters) - The operator of Starbucks Korea posted an operating loss in the second quarter as sales fell after backlash over a marketing campaign that evoked a brutal 1980 military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters, and the suspension of its flagship summer... Read More.

One Tech Tip: Hidden iPhone keyboard shortcuts to raise your texting and typing game

Thursday, August 13 by SRN News

Texting friends, replying to a business email, tapping out some text for a social media post. We do a lot of writing on our smartphones, which are increasingly essential for our work and personal lives. But did you know about the many keyboard tips... Read More.

Analysis-Ice cream makers bet consumers still want treats, just healthier ones

Thursday, August 13 by SRN News

By Alexander Marrow LONDON, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Ice cream companies may be enjoying a summer sales boost from soaring temperatures, but behind the scenes they are preparing for a future where consumers want fewer reasons to feel guilty about treating themselves. The rise of appetite-suppressing... Read More.

A surprise credit after an overseas purchase: The tariff refunds now flowing through shippers

Wednesday, August 12 by SRN News

NEW YORK (AP) - If you bought something from an overseas vendor last year, it might be time to check your bank account. Shippers including FedEx and UPS that acted as customs brokers for imported packages and received tariff refunds from the U.S. government have... Read More.

Asian shares mostly rise after AI leads rally on Wall Street

Wednesday, August 12 by SRN News

TOKYO (AP) - Asian shares mostly rose in early Thursday trading, as global market optimism continued on prospects for AI stocks and the semiconductor sector. Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 jumped 1.6% in early trading to 68,609.92. Australia's S&P/ASX 200 slipped 0.6% to 9,155.80. South... Read More.

Oil drops on lower demand forecasts despite deadlock in US-Iran talks

Wednesday, August 12 by SRN News

By Sam Li and Lewis Jackson BEIJING, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Oil prices fell more than $1 on Thursday as forecasters lowered global oil demand projections for 2026 because of the disruptions from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, though the supply constraints from the conflict... Read More.

Japan’s wholesale inflation spikes in July, bolsters rate-hike chance

Wednesday, August 12 by SRN News

By Leika Kihara TOKYO, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Japan's annual wholesale inflation continued its surge in July, data showed on Thursday, highlighting broadening price pressures and reinforcing market expectations of an interest rate hike in September. The producer price index rose 7.2% in July from a... Read More.

Asian stocks rise as US inflation data dents September Fed hike bets

Wednesday, August 12 by SRN News

By Satoshi Sugiyama TOKYO, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Asian stocks rose on Thursday after U.S. inflation data came in as expected, dampening expectations of further near-term Federal Reserve rate hikes, while oil held near $80 a barrel as Washington and Tehran remained deadlocked over efforts... Read More.

ASX posts higher annual profit on strong trading activity, shares rise

Wednesday, August 12 by SRN News

Aug 13 (Reuters) - Australia's bourse operator ASX reported a more than 5% rise in annual underlying profit on Thursday as heightened market volatility boosted trading activity, sending its shares to their highest level in more than three months. ASX reported underlying net profit after... Read More.

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