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Noura Alvi

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Noura Alvi is a global markets correspondent with a sharp focus on equity indices, corporate performance, and investor sentiment across major financial hubs. From Wall Street to emerging markets, she covers the pulse of capital flows, economic catalysts, and the trends shaping modern investment landscapes.

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Did Lilly Just Outpace Novo? Inside the Weight-Loss Drug Wars

Eli Lilly raises 2025 earnings forecast driven by strong sales of weight-loss drugs, challenging Novo Nordisk in the booming GLP-1 market.

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Meta, Microsoft Add $500B as US-South Korea Trade Eases

Meta and Microsoft fueled a $500B surge in market value with blockbuster earnings, as Wall Street welcomed a crucial US-South Korea trade deal that helped cool tariff anxiety and power a tech-driven rally.

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Why Did Figma’s Shares Skyrocket 205% on Debut?

Figma’s IPO stunned Wall Street with a 205% surge, raising $1.2B and shattering valuation records. What fueled the software giant’s explosive debut, and what does it signal for tech IPOs?

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Buffett Sheds Millions in VeriSign Shares: What’s Behind the Move?

Berkshire Hathaway slashes its VeriSign stake by $1.23B, dropping below the SEC’s 10% ownership threshold.

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UnitedHealth Slashes 2025 Earnings Forecast on Rising Medical Costs

UnitedHealth has sharply lowered its 2025 profit outlook amid soaring medical costs, a blow to Wall Street and a warning to the broader insurance industry.

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Will 2026 Be ASML’s Toughest Year Yet?

ASML faces growing investor concern after cautious 2026 guidance despite strong Q2 results. Long-term demand for EUV technology holds, but short-term risks test confidence.

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3M Faces Investor Anxiety Despite Strong Adjusted Results

3M stock dropped 4 percent despite a strong adjusted Q2 earnings beat and raised guidance, as investors reacted to a downbeat economic outlook, negative cash flow, and ongoing litigation costs.

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Jefferies Sends Shockwaves: Starbucks Hit With Rare ‘Underperform’ Rating

Starbucks faces a rare underperforming call from Jefferies amid tanking store traffic and strategic woes in China, sending ripples through Wall Street and the coffee industry.

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Via’s $1 Billion in Funding and Worldwide Reach Sets the Stage for Public Debut

Via confidentially filed for an IPO, showcasing its expansion to 650 cities in 30 countries after raising $1 billion. The startup’s next move could shape the future of global transit software and on-demand mobility.

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U.S. Government Adoption Sends Palantir Shares to Record Levels

Palantir stock hits record highs, surging over 400% in the past year, driven by increased U.S. government adoption of its data integration software.

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Nvidia and Broadcom Receive Huge Price Targets as AI Spending Explodes

Goldman Sachs sets bullish price targets for Nvidia and Broadcom, citing surging AI demand and strong growth prospects. Analysts see both stocks as top picks amid the ongoing AI boom.

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Trump’s Tariff Escalation Hammers Stocks, Rattles Investors Worldwide

President Trump’s surprise 30% tariffs on EU and Mexico imports have shaken global markets, sending stocks sliding and investors scrambling to assess the fallout.

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Nebius Group’s 1GW Data Center Goal Could Transform the AI Infrastructure Market

Goldman Sachs initiates coverage on Nebius Group with a $68 target, spotlighting its bold 1 GW data center expansion, potentially reshaping AI infrastructure and driving $7B annual revenue.

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Did Firefly’s Lunar Triumph Just Create the Next SpaceX for Investors?

Firefly Aerospace files for IPO after historic Moon landing, sparking investor excitement and comparisons to SpaceX’s rise.

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What’s Behind Cisco’s Fifth Consecutive Quarterly Earnings Beat?

Cisco Systems beats Q4 earnings expectations, driven by a $2 billion AI infrastructure surge.

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Oklo Stock Soars Over 1,000% Amid Nuclear Innovation Surge

Oklo stock rockets more than 1,000 percent in a year, driven by AI energy demand, global nuclear deals, and game-changing fuel technology, despite no current revenue.

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Microsoft Raises Quarterly Dividend by 10 Percent for 2025

Microsoft increases its quarterly dividend by 10 percent, reflecting strong financial growth and signaling confidence to shareholders ahead of its 2025 annual meeting.

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What’s Behind Zijin Gold’s Record-Breaking $3 Billion IPO in Hong Kong

Zijin Gold International is set to launch a $3 billion Hong Kong IPO, positioning itself as a global mining leader as gold prices soar in 2025.

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Apple Stock Climbs as iPhone 17 Preorders Surpass Expectations

Apple shares rise after early iPhone 17 preorders track ahead of previous models, with strong interest in the new Air variant, indicating robust demand to support upcoming quarterly results.

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Tesla Soars as Elon Musk Buys $1 Billion in Stock

Tesla shares jumped over 8 percent after CEO Elon Musk’s $1 billion stock purchase, rekindling market optimism amid faltering EV demand and recent political distractions.

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Market Reacts to Apple's New iPhone Air and Sales Prospects

Apple’s launch of the iPhone Air draws mixed market reactions as investors weigh sales outlook and design changes following product announcements.

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Did US Firm Jane Street Exploit Loopholes to Manipulate Indian Markets?

SEBI’s sweeping ban on US trading giant Jane Street has reignited concerns about foreign manipulation of Indian markets. Did Jane Street use sophisticated loopholes to orchestrate one of the largest securities frauds in India’s history?

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Palantir’s Business-Focused AI Fuels Record 400% Stock Growth

Palantir Technologies’ shares surged 400% in the past year, driven by real-world AI business applications and record-breaking revenue growth. The company’s data-driven platforms have vaulted it ahead of rivals like Nvidia in retail investor popularity.

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Regencell’s 82,000% Stock Surge Exposes Risks in US Market Oversight

Regencell’s meteoric 82,000% stock rally, fueled by speculative trading and a thin float, has spotlighted critical gaps in US market oversight and the vulnerabilities of modern equity markets.

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Can the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Sustain Their Record Runs Amid Economic Uncertainties?

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have reached new highs amid robust jobs data, but persistent economic and policy uncertainties are testing the rally’s durability as investors weigh risks and opportunities for the second half of 2025.

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