TSMC posts record revenue in second quarter on AI demand

Traders Weigh Second Half Outlook: Markets Snapshot

The first half of 2026 saw a bumper earnings season and global equity benchmarks soar to new highs, driven by a enthusiasm around the AI trade. Businesses, investors and central banks now turn their attention to the second half of the year with the focus firmly on whether markets can move past rocky geopolitical issues, growth concerns and ongoing jitters around the AI buildout. The Opening Trade spoke to leading voices about how the rest of 2026 is shaping up for equity markets. (Source: Bloomberg)

Weekly Market Pulse: It's An AI Stock World

Weekly Market Pulse: It's An AI Stock World

This Unstoppable Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Just Hit a New All-Time High. Is It Too Late to Buy?

The tech leader may not be done rewarding its shareholders.

Top 10 Free AI Trading Bots for Stocks and Crypto Investors in 2026 (Ranked & Reviewed)

In 2026, trading is no longer just about charts, instincts, or financial experience. The real competition in the market has shifted toward AI-powered trading bots, algorithmic execution systems, and automated investment platforms that can analyze thousands of data points in seconds. Whether you are searching for “best free AI trading bots for stocks 2026”, “cryptoContinue reading Top 10 Free AI Trading Bots for Stocks and Crypto Investors in 2026 (Ranked Reviewed)

Thomson Reuters Reports First-Quarter 2026 Results

TORONTO, May 5, 2026 /CNW/ -- Thomson Reuters (TSX/Nasdaq: TRI) today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026: Strong revenue growth in the first quarter Total company revenues up 10 / organic revenues up 8 Organic revenues up 9 for the Big 3 segments (Legal

Prediction Markets Have a Precision Problem — Here’s a Fix

Prediction markets are having a moment. Billions of dollars now flow through platforms like Polymarket every year, and “the market says”Continue reading on Medium »

The Bears Say AI Is a Bubble. The Profits Say Otherwise

The single most important issue for the stock market today is determining whether the Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution will deliver on its promises of boosting productivity and reducing costs. Remember, since Chat-GPT was unveiled by OpenAI in November 2022, AI-related stocks have accounted for 75 of market gains, 80 of market profits, and 95 of []

TSMC's June sales smash previous monthly record

Taipei, July 13 (CNA) Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) on Monday reported its highest monthly sales in June in the wake of strong global demand for AI applications.

Market Talk: Tech selloff is a ‘hiccup’

Volatility in the AI trade is beginning to snowball, after valuation concerns wiped nearly $1.3 trillion off the Nasdaq in just two days. Michael Sneyd from BNP Paribas Markets 360 told Reuters that investors are stepping to the sidelines ahead of July earnings. #News #Markets #Business #ArtificialIntelligence #Reuters #Newsfeed 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

As new tech shines, market takes rest on old cushions: Devina Mehra

Forget the hype around tech giants like Mag 7 and MANGOS. Current market data reveals a shift, with US small-cap and old-economy stocks like transportation surging. While semiconductors are booming due to AI investments, history warns of their cyclical nature. Investors should look beyond popular narratives, as market themes constantly evolve, making diversification crucial.

AI Spending Surge Poses Little Threat To S&P 500 Buybacks, Deutsche Bank Says (NASDAQ: AMZN, MSFT, GOOGL, META, NYSE: ORCL)

Record corporate earnings are keeping share buybacks on track across the broader U.S. equity market, even as artificial intelligence capital spending climbs sharply, according to a Deutsche Bank strategy note. Capital expenditure across the SP 500 has risen from an annualized pace of roughly 1 trillion to approximately 1.5 trillion over the past two years. [] The post AI Spending Surge Poses Little Threat To SP 500 Buybacks, Deutsche Bank Says (NASDAQ: AMZN, MSFT, GOOGL, META, NYSE: ORCL) appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

Tech stocks tumble on concerns over AI spending

A sudden wave of selling in major tech shares triggers doubt over the sustainability of the AI boom.

Morning Bid: Markets swivel on tech, Mideast angst

Morning Bid: Markets swivel on tech, Mideast angst

Gamestop marks up popular Pokémon on card game by 300%

It's officially a trend: retailers are starting to chase aftermarket profits by marking up popular products.

Anthropic is now worth $1.2 trillion on paper. Almost nobody can buy in

Anthropic is the hottest stock in private tech. It is also one of the hardest to buy, and that is exactly why the price keeps climbing. Shares in Anthropic are changing hands on secondary markets at an implied valuation of 1.2 trillion, Business Insider reports. That is a 550 jump in a year. It puts [] This story continues at The Next Web

Why The Market's 'Moment of Pause' Might Be The Breather Tech Stocks Needed

Why The Market's 'Moment of Pause' Might Be The Breather Tech Stocks Needed

Wall Street drifts to a mixed finish after Micron soars and Apple drops

The U.S. stock market drifted to a mixed finish after several AI stocks veered back up the roller coaster, while Apple shares dropped after hiking prices on many of its products.

From $380B to $900B: Anthropic’s Valuation Surge

Home Business Magazine Online Anthropic's valuation surge highlights how record funding, enterprise demand and AI innovation could propel the company toward a 900B value. The post From 380B to 900B: Anthropic’s Valuation Surge appeared first on Home Business Magazine.

LTM Just Pulled Ahead Of TCS On One AI Measure

LTM said AI-related revenue reached a quarterly run rate of 150 million, accounting for 12.2 of revenue, a higher share than TCS and HCLTech despite their larger AI businesses.

Why the 2026 IPO boom is about to broaden beyond AI mega-deals

After a first half of 2026 dominated by blockbuster AI, semiconductor, and space IPOs, the market is entering a new phase. Strategists say the back half is shaping up as a rebalancing: mid-cap and overlooked sectors are preparing to test investor appetite as money moves beyond a handful of crowded mega-cap AI and chip trades. []

How the Stock Market Performed in the Second Quarter of 2026: An Investment Adviser's Take

How the Stock Market Performed in the Second Quarter of 2026: An Investment Adviser's Take