AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D release date, pre order, & where to buy AMD has finally unveiled the Ryzen 7 9850X3D price and the new CPU is now listed on several retailers WePC is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Prices subject to change. Learn more Table of Contents Table of Contents AMD has now officially lifted the lid on the Ryzen 7 9850X3D, ...
AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D release date, pre order, & where to buy AMD has finally unveiled the Ryzen 7 9850X3D price and the new CPU is now listed on several retailers WePC is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Prices subject to change. Learn more Table of Contents Table of Contents AMD has now officially lifted the lid on the Ryzen 7 9850X3D, confirming its release date, pricing, and final specifications ahead of launch. The new processor was first shown earlier this month and is positioned $30 above the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and around 7% faster. The Ryzen 7 9850X3D is scheduled to launch on January 29th, with reviews landing a day before. Here’s everything you need to know about when the Ryzen 7 9850X3D releases, how much it costs, and where you’ll be able to buy it on the day. AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D Specifications Cores/ Threads: 8/16 8/16 Clock speed: 4.7GHz (5.6GHz boost) 4.7GHz (5.6GHz boost) TDP: 120W The release date was confirmed for the 29th of January by David McAfee earlier this month. We also saw the review embargo date leaked for the day before; however, this is common for every CPU/ GPU launch previously. We expect the processors to go on sale at 2 PM in the UK, 6 AM Pacific Time (PST), and 9 AM Eastern Time (EST). 9850X3D pre order details & where to buy Amazon AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D Newegg AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D B&H Photo Video AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D The above product links will work when retailers go live at the specified launch time At launch, the Ryzen 7 9850X3D is expected to be available from the usual major retailers in the US, UK, and Canada. In the US, this typically includes large online retailers such as Amazon, Newegg, and B&H. In the UK, retailers like Amazon UK, Scan, and Overclockers UK are expected to carry launch stock. Canadian availability should mirror US listings through retailers such as Amazon Canada and Newegg Canada. Availability may vary by region, and launch-day stock levels can fluctuat...
Image source: The Motley Fool. Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET Call participants Chief Executive Officer — Neil A. Schrimsher Chief Financial Officer — David K. Wells Need a quote from a Motley Fool analyst? Email [email protected] Takeaways Consolidated Sales Growth -- Sales increased by 8.4%, with acquisitions contributing 6 percentage points and foreign currency translation adding 20 ba...
Image source: The Motley Fool. Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET Call participants Chief Executive Officer — Neil A. Schrimsher Chief Financial Officer — David K. Wells Need a quote from a Motley Fool analyst? Email [email protected] Takeaways Consolidated Sales Growth -- Sales increased by 8.4%, with acquisitions contributing 6 percentage points and foreign currency translation adding 20 basis points. -- Sales increased by 8.4%, with acquisitions contributing 6 percentage points and foreign currency translation adding 20 basis points. Organic Sales Growth -- Organic sales rose 2.2%, below the prior quarter’s 3.0% organic growth rate, partially reflecting seasonally slow December sales. -- Organic sales rose 2.2%, below the prior quarter’s 3.0% organic growth rate, partially reflecting seasonally slow December sales. Gross Margin -- Gross margin was 30.4%, down 19 basis points from the prior year, with LIFO expense reducing gross margin by 54 basis points year over year. -- Gross margin was 30.4%, down 19 basis points from the prior year, with LIFO expense reducing gross margin by 54 basis points year over year. LIFO Expense -- LIFO expense reached $6.9 million, surpassing expectations by $2 million to $3 million, and up sharply from $700,000 the previous year. -- LIFO expense reached $6.9 million, surpassing expectations by $2 million to $3 million, and up sharply from $700,000 the previous year. EBITDA Margin -- Reported EBITDA margin was 12.1%, down 52 basis points from the previous level, with a 54 basis point negative impact from higher LIFO expense. -- Reported EBITDA margin was 12.1%, down 52 basis points from the previous level, with a 54 basis point negative impact from higher LIFO expense. Earnings Per Share (EPS) -- EPS was $2.51, up 4.6% from $2.39, benefiting from a lower tax rate and reduced share count, but partially offset by increased interest and other expenses. -- EPS was $2.51, up 4.6% from $2.39, benefiting from a lower tax rate and reduce...
In trading on Tuesday, shares of Apple Hospitality REIT Inc (Symbol: APLE) crossed below their 200 day moving average of $11.97, changing hands as low as $11.96 per share. Apple Hospitality REIT Inc shares are currently trading down about 1.9% on the day. The chart below shows the one year performance of APLE shares, versus its 200 day moving average: Looking at the chart above, APLE's low point i...
In trading on Tuesday, shares of Apple Hospitality REIT Inc (Symbol: APLE) crossed below their 200 day moving average of $11.97, changing hands as low as $11.96 per share. Apple Hospitality REIT Inc shares are currently trading down about 1.9% on the day. The chart below shows the one year performance of APLE shares, versus its 200 day moving average: Looking at the chart above, APLE's low point in its 52 week range is $10.44 per share, with $16.015 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $11.95. Click here to find out which 9 other dividend stocks recently crossed below their 200 day moving average » Also see: The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is up +0.47%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) is down -0.84%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is up +0.87%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26) are up +0.48%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQH26) are up +0.90%. Stock indexes are mostly higher today, with the S&P 500 posting a 2-week high and the Nasdaq 100 posting a 2.75-month high. Strengt...
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is up +0.47%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) is down -0.84%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is up +0.87%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26) are up +0.48%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQH26) are up +0.90%. Stock indexes are mostly higher today, with the S&P 500 posting a 2-week high and the Nasdaq 100 posting a 2.75-month high. Strength in chipmakers and AI infrastructure stocks is leading the broader market higher today, with Micron Technology rising 5% after it said it plans to invest $24 billion in Singapore and expand its memory-chip capacity. Also, strong Q4 corporate earnings results are underpinning stocks. Stocks maintained their gains today despite an unexpected decline in the Conference Board’s US Jan consumer confidence index to an 11.5-year low. The weakness in health insurance stocks is weighing on the Dow Jones Industrials after the US government proposed holding payments to private Medicare plans flat next year. Health insurers added to their losses after UnitedHealth Group forecast a decline in 2026 revenue, the first annual contraction in more than 30 years. Stocks are also being pressured by President Trump’s new threat of 100% tariffs on US imports from Canada, the possibility of a US government shutdown over ICE funding, lingering concerns about Greenland, and business and travel disruptions from the massive storm that just crossed the US. In addition, there is political uncertainty about the Fed, as the FOMC is expected to leave rates unchanged at its meeting this week, potentially drawing new threats from Mr. Trump for refusing to cut rates further. The risk of another partial government shutdown is also weighing on stocks. Senate Democrats threatened to block a government funding deal over Department of Homeland Security/ICE funding after the ICE shooting of an ICU nurse in Minnesota on Saturday. There could be a partial government shutdown when the current stopgap funding measure ...
Nvidia's (NVDA) stock may be cheap headed into its Feb. 25 earnings report. "This is the cheapest [valuation-wise] Nvidia has been for about three years," B. Riley strategist Art Hogan said on Yahoo Finance's Opening Bid (video above). Hogan added, "So when you're trading at 25 times forward earnings, which is going to go down after the upcoming earnings report because they're going to raise their...
Nvidia's (NVDA) stock may be cheap headed into its Feb. 25 earnings report. "This is the cheapest [valuation-wise] Nvidia has been for about three years," B. Riley strategist Art Hogan said on Yahoo Finance's Opening Bid (video above). Hogan added, "So when you're trading at 25 times forward earnings, which is going to go down after the upcoming earnings report because they're going to raise their guidance, they're the tip of the sword for artificial intelligence spend. I just think that, if anything, Nvidia is only going to reinvigorate the trade." To Hogan's point, Nvidia's valuation has compressed in recent quarters, according to Yahoo Finance data. It has been touch-and-go for popular tech stocks like Nvidia in 2026. After several years of tech giants dominating the makeup of the S&P 500 (^GSPC) like never before, a different dynamic has emerged. The weight of the top 10 stocks in the S&P 500 has recently seen some "major deterioration" relative to the rest of the stock market, RBC Capital Markets strategist Lori Calvasina pointed out. Sentiment on tech has soured as fears of overspending on AI infrastructure ratchets up. Information technology is trading at its lowest valuation premium to the S&P 500 in the post-pandemic environment, according to Evercore ISI data. The price-to-earnings multiple for the "Magnificent Seven" is in line with its post-pandemic average, while the other 493 stocks in the S&P 500 trade near their all-time high valuations. Investors have rotated out tech and into more value sectors such as healthcare, energy, and industrials. For its part, Nvidia shares are up only 1.5% on the year, lagging both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC). Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has done his part to get the stock moving higher again. Huang said at the World Economic Forum last week he's seeing a "boom" in trade jobs and six-figure salaries for those helping to build out AI infrastructure. "Everyone should be able to make a great living," Huang said. He a...
Key Points The stock market in 2025 fell tremendously before bouncing back and finishing with another great year. While tariffs were the culprit behind last April's steep sell-off, the market also traded at a high valuation, which left it vulnerable. I think a similar dynamic is at play early in 2026. 10 stocks we like better than S&P 500 Index › Heading into last year, I predicted that the broade...
Key Points The stock market in 2025 fell tremendously before bouncing back and finishing with another great year. While tariffs were the culprit behind last April's steep sell-off, the market also traded at a high valuation, which left it vulnerable. I think a similar dynamic is at play early in 2026. 10 stocks we like better than S&P 500 Index › Heading into last year, I predicted that the broader benchmark S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) index would experience a 10% correction at some point in 2025. While I turned out to be correct, I was not nearly aggressive enough in my call, as the S&P 500 fell by nearly 20% in April (and indexes like the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) fell even further) due to President Donald Trump's surprising tariff announcements, almost entering bear market territory. However, as most investors know, this didn't last long, as Trump eventually delayed and somewhat eased tariffs, leading to a swift and fervent market rebound. The S&P 500 would ultimately finish the year over 16% higher. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now, when you join Stock Advisor. See the stocks » One of my main arguments for a correction last year was the elevated valuations and the market's fragility. While I didn't see the steep April sell-off coming, I do believe this theory was correct, and that stocks sold off so much in April because, given valuations, it didn't take much to trigger a big decline. The market remains elevated and has gotten off to an interesting start to the year, with investors rotating out of large artificial intelligence (AI) stocks and into small caps and sectors that have been out of favor. Here's why another 10% correction is likely this year. The market can still do well in 2026 I'll admit here that while a 10% correction sounds intense, it's not that bold a call, since these kinds of corrections happen quite often. In a 2019 report from Guggenheim, the ...
The stock has cratered by more than 75% over the past year, making its stock a bargain -- or a value trap. Geez -- if you look up recent articles about salad purveyor Sweetgreen (SG 1.88%), the news doesn't seem too good. Here are some headlines: Why is salad titan Sweetgreen wilting? How Sweetgreen Became Millennial Cringe Sweetgreen vs. Beyond Meat: Which Struggling Stock Is the Better Buy Today...
The stock has cratered by more than 75% over the past year, making its stock a bargain -- or a value trap. Geez -- if you look up recent articles about salad purveyor Sweetgreen (SG 1.88%), the news doesn't seem too good. Here are some headlines: Why is salad titan Sweetgreen wilting? How Sweetgreen Became Millennial Cringe Sweetgreen vs. Beyond Meat: Which Struggling Stock Is the Better Buy Today? Sweetgreen development chief to depart amid slower expansion plans Why Sweetgreen (SG) stock is nosediving Indeed, the stock is down a frightening 76% over the past year (as of Jan. 22), and it has averaged annual losses of 8.6% over the past three years. What's going wrong? Well, several things: Its growth is slowing, as it plans to open fewer stores in 2026 than it did in 2025. In its third quarter, revenue growth was roughly flat with year-earlier levels and same-store sales (from locations open a year or more) were down nearly 10% year over year. The company posted a net loss, not a profit. It has faced operational problems, with many locations not meeting standards -- though that number has shrunk. Inflation is making it hard to keep costs -- and prices -- down. Inflation has also hit many consumers hard, making it difficult to justify buying fairly costly salads. It has seen some executives depart in recent months, including its co-founder and chief brand officer. Expand NYSE : SG Sweetgreen Today's Change ( -1.88 %) $ -0.13 Current Price $ 6.54 Key Data Points Market Cap $788M Day's Range $ 6.51 - $ 6.68 52wk Range $ 5.14 - $ 35.16 Volume 48K Avg Vol 5.6M Gross Margin 6.51 % All those gloomy factors explain why the stock now seems undervalued. There's no current or forward-looking price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio, as there are no positive earnings, but the recent price-to-sales ratio of 1.21 is well below the five-year average of 1.9. That seemingly low valuation can make the stock look attractive, but it should only be attractive if you're confident that Sweetgreen w...
In trading on Tuesday, shares of Centene Corp (Symbol: CNC) crossed below their 200 day moving average of $73.12, changing hands as low as $72.29 per share. Centene Corp shares are currently trading down about 3% on the day. The chart below shows the one year performance of CNC shares, versus its 200 day moving average: Looking at the chart above, CNC's low point in its 52 week range is $60.83 per...
In trading on Tuesday, shares of Centene Corp (Symbol: CNC) crossed below their 200 day moving average of $73.12, changing hands as low as $72.29 per share. Centene Corp shares are currently trading down about 3% on the day. The chart below shows the one year performance of CNC shares, versus its 200 day moving average: Looking at the chart above, CNC's low point in its 52 week range is $60.83 per share, with $81.415 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $72.66. The CNC DMA information above was sourced from TechnicalAnalysisChannel.com Click here to find out which 9 other stocks recently crossed below their 200 day moving average » Also see: The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Microsoft’s MSFTsecond-quarter fiscal 2026 results, scheduled to be reported on Jan. 28, are poised to showcase the company's continued momentum in cloud computing and AI infrastructure. The tech giant's Azure cloud platform remained the primary driver of growth expectations, despite capacity constraints expected to persist through fiscal year-end. Management projected approximately 37% revenue ex...
Microsoft’s MSFTsecond-quarter fiscal 2026 results, scheduled to be reported on Jan. 28, are poised to showcase the company's continued momentum in cloud computing and AI infrastructure. The tech giant's Azure cloud platform remained the primary driver of growth expectations, despite capacity constraints expected to persist through fiscal year-end. Management projected approximately 37% revenue expansion in constant currency (cc) for the quarter, positioning the Intelligent Cloud segment as the centerpiece of Microsoft's AI transformation strategy. The Intelligent Cloud segment is expected to have remained Microsoft's primary growth engine, with revenue projections between $32.25 billion and $32.55 billion, representing growth of 26% to 27%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for this segment is pegged at $32.4 billion, indicating growth of 26.9% from the figure reported in the year-ago quarter. The technology giant's strategic investments in AI infrastructure and expanding partner ecosystem are expected to have created multiple tailwinds despite facing competitive pressure in the AI space from tech giants, including Alphabet's GOOGL Google, NvidiaNVDA and AmazonAMZN. Landmark Partnership Strengthens Azure's AI Foundation The quarter commenced with Microsoft and OpenAI finalizing a restructured partnership agreement on Oct. 28, securing a substantial $250 billion commitment for Azure services from the AI leader. This deal extended Microsoft's intellectual property rights through 2032 and clarified governance structures around artificial general intelligence development, providing long-term revenue visibility that is likely to have contributed to Azure's growth trajectory during the quarter. The expanded commitment reinforced Azure's position as OpenAI's exclusive cloud infrastructure provider for API workloads, strengthening the platform's AI infrastructure monetization. Microsoft Ignite Unveils Comprehensive AI Ecosystem Microsoft Ignite conference delivered a cascade of...
Kit Juckes, Chief FX Strategist at Societe Generale, discusses the balance between US political pressure and Japan’s fiscal constraints. (Source: Bloomberg)
Kit Juckes, Chief FX Strategist at Societe Generale, discusses the balance between US political pressure and Japan’s fiscal constraints. (Source: Bloomberg)
At Holdings Channel, we have reviewed the latest batch of the 27 most recent 13F filings for the 12/31/2025 reporting period, and noticed that Automatic Data Processing Inc. (Symbol: ADP) was held by 14 of these funds. When hedge fund managers appear to be thinking alike, we find it is a good idea to take a closer look. Before we proceed, it is important to point out that 13F filings do not tell t...
At Holdings Channel, we have reviewed the latest batch of the 27 most recent 13F filings for the 12/31/2025 reporting period, and noticed that Automatic Data Processing Inc. (Symbol: ADP) was held by 14 of these funds. When hedge fund managers appear to be thinking alike, we find it is a good idea to take a closer look. Before we proceed, it is important to point out that 13F filings do not tell the whole story, because these funds are only required to disclose their long positions with the SEC, but are not required to disclose their short positions. A fund making a bearish bet against a stock by shorting calls, for example, might also be long some amount of stock as they trade around their overall bearish position. This long component could show up in a 13F filing and everyone might assume the fund is bullish, but this tells only part of the story because the bearish/short side of the position is not seen. Having given that caveat, we believe that looking at groups of 13F filings can be revealing, especially when comparing one holding period to another. Below, let's take a look at the change in ADP positions, for this latest batch of 13F filers: In terms of shares owned, we count 3 of the above funds having increased existing ADP positions from 09/30/2025 to 12/31/2025, with 9 having decreased their positions. Worth noting is that NORTHSTAR ASSET MANAGEMENT Co, included in this recent batch of 13F filers, exited ADP common stock as of 12/31/2025. Looking beyond these particular funds in this one batch of most recent filers, we tallied up the ADP share count in the aggregate among all of the funds which held ADP at the 12/31/2025 reporting period (out of the 2,121 we looked at in total). We then compared that number to the sum total of ADP shares those same funds held back at the 09/30/2025 period, to see how the aggregate share count held by hedge funds has moved for ADP. We found that between these two periods, funds reduced their holdings by 575,558 shares in the...
The selloff in health insurers that provide Medicare Advantage plans wiped out more than $90 billion in stock-market value as investors fled from the once-defensive sector . Shares of managed-care companies sank on Tuesday, with UnitedHealth Group Inc. and Humana Inc. leading the losses by tumbling nearly 20%, after the Trump administration proposed holding payment rates flat next year and UnitedH...
The selloff in health insurers that provide Medicare Advantage plans wiped out more than $90 billion in stock-market value as investors fled from the once-defensive sector . Shares of managed-care companies sank on Tuesday, with UnitedHealth Group Inc. and Humana Inc. leading the losses by tumbling nearly 20%, after the Trump administration proposed holding payment rates flat next year and UnitedHealth forecast that revenue in 2026 will fall for the first time in more than three decades. CVS Health Corp. and Elevance Health Inc. fell more than 10%. And a gauge of the group, the S&P Composite 1500 Managed Care Index , tumbled as much as 17% to its lowest level since August. The rout was the latest blow to investors who had been betting on a rebound in the insurance sector following last year’s stumble . Tuesday’s declines cut some $92 billion from the market values of seven big health-insurance companies, with more than $60 billion of that from UnitedHealth. CVS Health and Elevance both erased more than $9 billion each. “The recovery trade we now believe will pause for a while,” Mizuho Securities USA’s Jared Holz wrote in a note to clients. “This clearly changes the calculus around the earnings ramp for UNH and the peer group and could force the industry to (continue to) reduce benefits to better match revenue.” The losses came after the US government late Monday proposed holding payments to private Medicare plans flat next year, instead of enacting the 6% increase investors were anticipating. Then early Tuesday UnitedHealth gave a an annual revenue forecast that fell short of analysts’ expectations and said it expects shrinking enrollment across all its major segments — commercial health plans, Medicare and Medicaid. The Medicare proposal marked another surprise coming from Trump’s second administration, which investors had previously anticipated would be more favorable for health insurers with private Medicare plans. “The headline impact is real that the administra...
Meta Platforms (META) has spent the past few months doubling down on an AI-led pivot, leaning into big capex plans and heavier R&D as it chases new ad and engagement opportunities, moves that have weighed on the stock despite solid top-line momentum. That backdrop is precisely why Rothschild & Co. Redburn just bumped META stock to a “Buy,” also lifting its price target to $900, a call that assumes...
Meta Platforms (META) has spent the past few months doubling down on an AI-led pivot, leaning into big capex plans and heavier R&D as it chases new ad and engagement opportunities, moves that have weighed on the stock despite solid top-line momentum. That backdrop is precisely why Rothschild & Co. Redburn just bumped META stock to a “Buy,” also lifting its price target to $900, a call that assumes today’s worries about AI spending obscure much larger, long-term value. The firm raised FY26 cost and capex forecasts, pushing near-term EPS down, yet says the upside from Meta’s AI-driven “demand machine” more than offsets those headwinds. Cordwell even warns shares could briefly slip to the mid-$500s after earnings, creating what he sees as a buying opportunity for roughly a 40% upside from current levels. About Meta Platforms Stock Founded in 2004, Meta Platforms is unique as the parent of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and other apps. The company connects roughly 3.5 billion people daily across its social networks. This vast user base powers the world’s largest digital advertising business, and the company is now pouring resources into AI and immersive VR/AR via its Oculus unit alongside social media. With millions logging in daily, Meta is turning its social networks into a testing ground for AI tools and new ad formats, aiming to boost revenue across its apps. Its Twitter-like Threads app has seen explosive growth; recent data show roughly 141.5 million daily mobile users on Threads versus about 125 million for Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) as of early January 2026, and Meta has begun rolling out ads on Threads as a new revenue source. However, on the regulatory front, Meta also faces some challenges. Recently, a Dutch court has ordered changes to Facebook/Instagram feeds under the EU’s Digital Services Act, demanding easier user opt-outs for recommended content. In the U.S., the FTC has asked an appeals court to revive its antitrust case over Meta’s Instagram/Wha...
United Parcel Service plans to cut up to 30,000 workers this year as it moves to cut costs, the delivery giant's chief financial officer said Tuesday. "In terms of semi-variable costs, we expect to reduce operational positions by up to 30,000," UPS CFO Brian Dykes said during a company earnings call. "This will be accomplished through attrition, and we expect to offer a second voluntary separation...
United Parcel Service plans to cut up to 30,000 workers this year as it moves to cut costs, the delivery giant's chief financial officer said Tuesday. "In terms of semi-variable costs, we expect to reduce operational positions by up to 30,000," UPS CFO Brian Dykes said during a company earnings call. "This will be accomplished through attrition, and we expect to offer a second voluntary separation program for full-time drivers." Dykes also mentioned other measures UPS is taking to reduce costs, including plans to close two dozen buildings in the first half of 2026 and efforts to "deploy automation" across the network. Seattle-based UPS has 490,000 employees around the world. The move accelerates UPS's efforts to consolidate its facilities and workforce as part of its decision to deliver fewer packages from Amazon. In 2025, the company set a goal of reducing Amazon deliveries by 50% by the second half of 2026. On Tuesday, UPS chief executive Carol Tome said the company saved $3.5 billion last year as part of its consolidation efforts. In April 2025, UPS also disclosed that it would cut 20,000 jobs as it delivered fewer Amazon orders.
Storm Chandra brings flooding and road closures with warnings across UK 3 hours ago Share Save Helen Willetts , BBC Weather and Kathryn Armstrong Share Save Watch: Stranded cars and rough seas as Storm Chandra hits UK Large parts of the UK have been hit by strong winds and flooding as Storm Chandra sweeps across the country. The third named storm of the year has caused road closures, as well as ra...
Storm Chandra brings flooding and road closures with warnings across UK 3 hours ago Share Save Helen Willetts , BBC Weather and Kathryn Armstrong Share Save Watch: Stranded cars and rough seas as Storm Chandra hits UK Large parts of the UK have been hit by strong winds and flooding as Storm Chandra sweeps across the country. The third named storm of the year has caused road closures, as well as rail, ferry and flight cancellations. Schools have closed in some parts of England and Northern Ireland, where thousands of properties were without power. Yellow warnings for wind, rain and snow remain in force across parts of England, Scotland and Wales, while an amber warning for wind is in place in the east of Northern Ireland, including Belfast. This latest weather front comes days after Storm Ingrid caused widespread damage and disruption over the weekend. National Rail has warned that the poor weather could impact journeys across England, Scotland and Wales until Friday. Rain in parts of south-west England is falling on already saturated ground, making flooding more likely. Firefighters in Devon and Somerset said they had rescued people from 25 vehicles that were stuck in floodwater on Tuesday morning. Honiton and Sidmouth MP Richard Foord said there were reports of around 20 flooded properties across Devon and Cornwall - a figure expected to increase as river levels peak. Oliver Kimber in Lostwithiel, Cornwall, said the lane he lives on was inundated with water. "There was so much water and it was so fast that it just had nowhere else to go, and it was pushing it back up through the drains," he told BBC Radio Cornwall. PA Media/Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service The town of Axminster was among those in Devon to experience flooding The severe flood warning, indicating a danger to life, has been issued in Upper Frome, Dorchester, while dozens more flood warnings and alerts are in place across the country. Another severe warning ended earlier on Tuesday in Ottery ...
blackred/iStock via Getty Images Asia Pacific enters 2026 facing diverging policy paths, shifting global trade patterns, and the after-effects of recent U.S. policy changes. As outlined in our latest Cyclical Outlook : Compounding Opportunity , fiscal easing in China, Japan, and the U.S. is helping to stabilise regional growth, while inflation remains largely contained. China aims to maintain grow...
blackred/iStock via Getty Images Asia Pacific enters 2026 facing diverging policy paths, shifting global trade patterns, and the after-effects of recent U.S. policy changes. As outlined in our latest Cyclical Outlook : Compounding Opportunity , fiscal easing in China, Japan, and the U.S. is helping to stabilise regional growth, while inflation remains largely contained. China aims to maintain growth in the 4%-5% range, a target that calls for continued policy support amid persistent downward price pressures and weak domestic demand, even as exports remain resilient. Japan is set for modest expansion, supported by fiscal stimulus and gradual policy normalisation. Australia is on track for steady, close to trend growth, supported by improved private demand but still-restrictive policy stance, with inflation having recently risen back above target. Smaller open economies, such as Korea, Taiwan, and Singapore, continue to benefit from the AI-driven investment cycle and resilient electronics exports. They remain comparatively insulated from tariffs, though outcomes across countries are becoming increasingly uneven. By contrast, more domestically focused markets, including Indonesia, India, and the Philippines, are already experiencing slower credit growth, signalling a need for stronger public investment and deeper structural reforms. Against this backdrop, investors will need to be selective – focusing on relative value opportunities as policy paths diverge and remaining alert to shifts in interest rates, currencies, and credit conditions. Key market snapshot Country Opportunities Areas of caution China Duration overweight; policy support; export resilience Deflationary pressures; property sector weakness; limited spillovers to the region Japan Long-end JGBs Fiscal uncertainty Australia Modest duration overweight; improved private demand; high-quality credit spreads Inflation risks; household budget pressures Click to enlarge Source: PIMCO as of 23 January 2026 China: P...