(RTTNews) - Indian shares rebounded on Friday after witnessing one of their sharpest intraday declines in recent sessions the previous day amid broad-based selling across sectors. Buying emerged at lower levels as oil prices steadied in response to the efforts by the U.S. and Israel to ease concerns about ongoing fuel supply issues. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said U.S. President Don...
(RTTNews) - Indian shares rebounded on Friday after witnessing one of their sharpest intraday declines in recent sessions the previous day amid broad-based selling across sectors. Buying emerged at lower levels as oil prices steadied in response to the efforts by the U.S. and Israel to ease concerns about ongoing fuel supply issues. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said U.S. President Donald Trump had requested that there be no further attacks on the Iranian gas field. Trump suggested that he has no plans to deploy American troops to the Middle East. To increase oil supply and bring down energy prices, U.S. officials said Washington may soon lift sanctions on Iranian oil stranded in tankers. Seven U.S. allies have offered support for a potential coalition to reopen the strait of Hormuz for commercial ships and oil tankers. The initial rally, however, faltered soon and key benchmark indexes ended off their day's highs after media reports suggested that drones have struck Kuwait's largest oil refinery for the second day, leading to a fire and forced shut down at several units of the oil facility. State oil firm KPC said its Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery was hit by multiple drone attacks, causing massive fire in some units. The facility processes about 730,000 barrels of oil per day. The United Arab Emirates also reported a "missile threat" early in the morning as Muslims began celebrating the Eid al-Fitr holiday. The benchmark BSE Sensex hit a high of 75,286.39 before paring gains to end up 325.72 points, or 0.44 percent, at 74,532.96. The broader NSE Nifty index closed 112.35 points, or 0.49 percent, higher at 23,114.50, after having hit a high of 23,345.15 earlier. The BSE mid-cap and small-cap indexes rose by 0.7 percent and half a percent, respectively. The market breadth was strong on the BSE, with 2,455 shares rising while 1,811 shares declined and 166 shares closed unchanged. Among the top gainers, HCL Technologies, Sun Pharma, NTPC, Titan Company, Relia...
BYD’s Automotive Testing and Evaluation Centre planned for Brazil. BYD announced it plans to invest BRL 300 million (US$ 57 million) to build a new research and testing centre in Brazil, as the Chinese automaker continues to expand its presence in the Latin American region. BYD confirmed that the new Automotive Testing and Evaluation Center, which will include a number of test tracks, will be buil...
BYD’s Automotive Testing and Evaluation Centre planned for Brazil. BYD announced it plans to invest BRL 300 million (US$ 57 million) to build a new research and testing centre in Brazil, as the Chinese automaker continues to expand its presence in the Latin American region. BYD confirmed that the new Automotive Testing and Evaluation Center, which will include a number of test tracks, will be built on a 184,000 square metre plot within Rio de Janeiro’s Galeão International Airport complex. Construction of the facility is expected to begin in late 2026, with completion scheduled for 2028. The new centre will be similar to the company’s existing test facility in Zhengzhou, China, and will include infrastructure to evaluate vehicle performance and durability in various extreme conditions, including specialist tracks for off-road driving and a submerged track to test vehicles in flooded conditions. BYD’s executive vice-president, Stella Li, pointed out Brazil’s growing importance within the company’s international growth strategy, adding that the new centre in Rio de Janeiro “will strengthen Brazil’s strategic role for the company and for the future of electric mobility.” In addition to expanding our presence in the country, the new centre will allow us to generate data in tropical conditions, which is essential for developing and adapting technologies with even greater precision for the countries in which we operate.” BYD also announced it is adding a second shift at its vehicle assembly plant in Camaçari, in Brazil’s Bahia state, to meet growing regional demand. The company confirmed it will add 800 new jobs at the facility, where it produces the Dolphin Mini, King and Song Pro models, which is expected to double its production capacity from an initial 150,000 units to 300,000 units per year. According to reports, the Camaçari plant recently received export orders from Argentina and Mexico for a combined 100,000 vehicles over an undisclosed period.
FinkAvenue In 2014, Amazon ( AMZN ) launched its Fire Phone to rival Apple ( AAPL ) and Samsung ( SSNLF ) , but the device - overseen by Jeff Bezos - was scrapped within a year; now, the company is preparing to try again with a new smartphone, Reuters reported on Friday. The latest effort, known internally as “Transformer,” is being developed within its devices and services unit, according to four...
FinkAvenue In 2014, Amazon ( AMZN ) launched its Fire Phone to rival Apple ( AAPL ) and Samsung ( SSNLF ) , but the device - overseen by Jeff Bezos - was scrapped within a year; now, the company is preparing to try again with a new smartphone, Reuters reported on Friday. The latest effort, known internally as “Transformer,” is being developed within its devices and services unit, according to four people familiar with the matter. The phone is considered a potential mobile personalization device that can sync with home voice assistant Alexa and serve as a conduit to Amazon customers throughout the day, the report said. The timeline for the project is unclear, as well as the anticipated price of the phone, the revenue Amazon ( AMZN ) hopes to generate, or the financial commitment Amazon has made to the project Amazon spokesperson declined to comment to Reuters. More on Amazon Amazon: Deep Discount Makes Me Greedy Amazon Doesn't Deserve To Trade At These Prices Inside Amazon's AI Power Play Nvidia to sell 1M AI chips, other products to AWS by end of 2027: report Amazon reportedly snaps up RIVR to help with last-mile robot delivery
Israel launches more strikes on Tehran as Iran continues attacks on Gulf oil facilities toggle caption Vahid Salemi/AP Israel launched more strikes in and around Tehran early Friday as Iranians marked Nowruz, the Persian New Year, as the war with Iran approached its fourth week. President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly diverged over Israel's bombing of Iran's South Pa...
Israel launches more strikes on Tehran as Iran continues attacks on Gulf oil facilities toggle caption Vahid Salemi/AP Israel launched more strikes in and around Tehran early Friday as Iranians marked Nowruz, the Persian New Year, as the war with Iran approached its fourth week. President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly diverged over Israel's bombing of Iran's South Pars gas field on Wednesday, which rattled energy markets and widened the conflict's spillover across the Gulf region. Iran targeted multiple gas and oil facilities on Thursday, including Qatar's Ras Laffan, a major energy hub. Trump said Thursday he told Netanyahu to refrain from hitting Iranian energy sites again. Netanyahu responded that Israel acted alone in hitting the site, and said Israel would "hold off on future attacks" at Trump's request. Overnight, Iranian drones hit Kuwait's Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery again, sparking fires as crews worked to contain the blaze. Authorities in the United Arab Emirates said the country's air defenses responded to missile and drone threats from Iran with explosions echoing across Dubai as worshippers marked the Muslim holiday of Eid. Sponsor Message Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, who has not been seen publicly since he succeeded his slain father, issued a rare statement Friday saying Iran's enemies need to have their "security" taken away. Here are the latest updates: Trump and Netanyahu spar over strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure President Trump told reporters at the White House Thursday he had complained to Netanyahu about Israel's strike on Iran's South Pars oil field. He urged Israel to avoid future attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure to avoid further disruption on global energy supplies. Netanyahu later said that Israel acted alone in carrying out the attack on South Pars on Wednesday. He said Israel would honor Trump's request. "President Trump asked us to hold off on future attacks, and we're holding ...
Schroptschop Euro Area recorded a trade deficit of Є 1.9B in January of 2026, compared with - €1.4B in January 2025. Exports of goods to the rest of the world in January were €215.3B, a decrease of 7.6% compared with January 2025. Imports from the rest of the world stood at €217.2B, a fall of 7.3% compared with January last year. ETFs to track: ( GF ), ( EWG ), ( DAX ), ( EWI ), ( EWQ ), ( FGM ). ...
Schroptschop Euro Area recorded a trade deficit of Є 1.9B in January of 2026, compared with - €1.4B in January 2025. Exports of goods to the rest of the world in January were €215.3B, a decrease of 7.6% compared with January 2025. Imports from the rest of the world stood at €217.2B, a fall of 7.3% compared with January last year. ETFs to track: ( GF ), ( EWG ), ( DAX ), ( EWI ), ( EWQ ), ( FGM ). More on Euro Area Technical Levels For Major FX Pairs Ahead Of The FOMC U.S. Tariffs: A New Trade War? EWG: Amid Fracturing Global Order, Germany Must Rise To The Occasion European indexes rebound after oil prices ease ECB keeps key interest rates unchanged, committed to 2% inflation target
Brett_Hondow/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Introduction Back when I first covered Four Corners Property Trust ( FCPT ), I highlighted their attractive dividend yield backed by solid financials and significant growth potential given their acquisitions and potential to deliver solid lease spreads over the following years thanks to broader macro tailwinds. With the company's significant growth co...
Brett_Hondow/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Introduction Back when I first covered Four Corners Property Trust ( FCPT ), I highlighted their attractive dividend yield backed by solid financials and significant growth potential given their acquisitions and potential to deliver solid lease spreads over the following years thanks to broader macro tailwinds. With the company's significant growth continuing and adding over 100 new properties last year while the valuation continues to be attractive alongside their solid and sustainable dividend, FCPT remains a Buy despite the ongoing macro uncertainty. A Mixed Quarter, But Growth Advances Four Corners Property Trust IR FCPT reported a mixed Q4, with a miss on revenue but FFO in line with the market's expectations , ending the year with a near record ~$318 million in acquisitions across 105 properties, while the AFFO grew to a strong $183.41 million in 2025 (vs. $162.76 million in 2024), meaning a decent ~2.89% increase to $1.78 per share (vs. $1.73). Four Corners Property Trust IR They also mentioned an interesting aspect to remember regarding their strong streak of acquisitions (with a weighted average cash yield of 6.8% plus a weighted average remaining lease term of 12.2 years as of the end of Q4 2025), as funding it through issuing stock at accretive dividend levels enhances the company's financials and places them in a solid position going forward, especially if debt costs fall: We funded acquisitions primarily through equity issued at accretive pricing which lowers our leverage profile and provides us with an over-equitized capital position and significant leverage capacity entering 2026. In fact, the company's outlook shows this, with the CEO expecting to pivot towards debt going forward for growth in 2026, targeting increased acquisition activity (high chance for a record, I might add), continuing their diversification efforts, with a diverse set of five properties acquired in March 2026 at the moment of writin...
Even with a steep market decline in early 2026, many top cryptocurrencies are still trading at sky-high prices. A single Bitcoin (BTC 0.08%), for example, will set you back about $71,000. However, there's a quick, simple way to put together a diversified crypto portfolio for the ultra-low cost of just $60. Here's how to do it. Start with Bitcoin The building block of any cryptocurrency portfolio n...
Even with a steep market decline in early 2026, many top cryptocurrencies are still trading at sky-high prices. A single Bitcoin (BTC 0.08%), for example, will set you back about $71,000. However, there's a quick, simple way to put together a diversified crypto portfolio for the ultra-low cost of just $60. Here's how to do it. Start with Bitcoin The building block of any cryptocurrency portfolio needs to be Bitcoin. After all, the world's most popular cryptocurrency still accounts for a whopping 60% of the total market cap of the crypto market. As a general rule of thumb, then, Bitcoin needs to account for at least 60% of your portfolio. Otherwise, you're not getting full exposure to crypto as a unique asset class. Although the cost of Bitcoin in the spot market is currently $71,000, there are cheaper ways to get access to it. For example, you could pick up one share of the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT 1.06%), which is currently trading for about $41. This spot crypto ETF gives you 1:1 exposure to the price action of Bitcoin, and can be used as a proxy for direct Bitcoin exposure. Choose your favorite Layer 1 blockchain network The next step is to choose your favorite Layer 1 blockchain network. For the majority of investors, this will be Ethereum (ETH 2.30%). It remains the world's second most-popular cryptocurrency, with a huge $265 billion market cap. Expand CRYPTO : ETH Ethereum Today's Change ( -2.30 %) $ -50.28 Current Price $ 2135.43 Key Data Points Market Cap $258B Day's Range $ 2104.60 - $ 2185.70 52wk Range $ 1398.62 - $ 4946.05 Volume 22B The good news is that it's possible to pick up a very affordably priced Ethereum ETF without paying $2,200 in the spot cryptocurrency market. The iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA 2.06%), for example, trades for about $17 right now, and can be added to your portfolio as easily as any tech stock. That said, there are other Layer 1 blockchain networks that appear to be growing faster than Ethereum right now, and might have a big...
AlexSecret/E+ via Getty Images The following segment was excerpted from the Goldman Sachs Large Cap Value Fund Q4 2025 Commentary. Portfolio Attribution During the fourth quarter of 2025, the Goldman Sachs Large Cap Value Fund underperformed the Russell 1000 Value Index (net). In the portfolio, our stock selection in the Financials and Industrials sectors contributed to relative returns, while our...
AlexSecret/E+ via Getty Images The following segment was excerpted from the Goldman Sachs Large Cap Value Fund Q4 2025 Commentary. Portfolio Attribution During the fourth quarter of 2025, the Goldman Sachs Large Cap Value Fund underperformed the Russell 1000 Value Index (net). In the portfolio, our stock selection in the Financials and Industrials sectors contributed to relative returns, while our investments in Information technology and Materials detracted from relative performance. The technology conglomerate, Alphabet Inc. ( GOOGL ) (5.6%) , was a top contributor to relative returns during the quarter. The company's stock price rose on the back of optimism surrounding continued strong demand for its artificial intelligence ( AI ) powered services and news of a favorable ruling in a major antitrust case that spared it from divesting key assets like Google Chrome. Furthermore, Alphabet released its third quarter earnings results, in which it delivered strong performance across all its major segments. We view Alphabet favorably long-term as we see a clear path for continued earnings growth driven by improving cloud profitability and a robust digital advertising business, where Google remains a sizeable player. Alphabet's dominant market share in search positions it to benefit significantly from generative AI as consumers transition queries away from traditional searches to conversational AI-enabled platforms. Additionally, we believe Alphabet's cloud business is well-positioned to grow faster than competitors and that its core advertising business will be in a position to recover as the economy improves. Overall, Alphabet's strength in AI, search, advertising, and cloud computing supports a positive outlook. Construction equipment manufacturer, Caterpillar Inc. ( CAT ) (2.4%) , was a top contributor to relative returns during the quarter. Caterpillar's stock price increased following impressive third quarter earnings results that exceeded expectations, fueled by ro...
When I've got the free time to do so, I often think about what it actually takes to retire a millionaire. The experience of millions of investors suggests that it's usually not one lucky trade; it's finding a few good stocks early in their existence and then letting them compound for years. The three stocks featured below represent the kinds of businesses investors should look for: profitable, evo...
When I've got the free time to do so, I often think about what it actually takes to retire a millionaire. The experience of millions of investors suggests that it's usually not one lucky trade; it's finding a few good stocks early in their existence and then letting them compound for years. The three stocks featured below represent the kinds of businesses investors should look for: profitable, evolving, and building platforms that could be much bigger in the next decade. Each of these stocks could add to a diversified portfolio that will help you eventually build a seven-figure retirement nest egg through long-term investment. Here's why. 1. Sezzle I used Sezzle (SEZL +1.11%) a lot back in college. Back then, it was a buy now, pay later app. It allowed users to split purchases of various items into four payments spread out over a short period, making the purchases a bit more affordable and allowing the user to move on with their lives. It was a simple business model. But the company I used in 2019 effectively no longer exists. Sezzle has rebuilt itself into a full financial app. It now offers cellular plans through its platform. It has an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven budgeting tool. It launched an Earn tab, a feature that lets users make money through the app. The new program is helping users pull in over $1 million a month in rewards and savings. The repeat purchase rate is 97%, which suggests people aren't just downloading it and forgetting about it. They're living inside it. Expand NASDAQ : SEZL Sezzle Today's Change ( 1.11 %) $ 0.73 Current Price $ 66.24 Key Data Points Market Cap $2.2B Day's Range $ 63.07 - $ 67.85 52wk Range $ 24.86 - $ 186.74 Volume 1.5K Avg Vol 776K Gross Margin 72.87 % Sezzle's revenue grew 66% in 2025. The company is actually profitable (not "adjusted profitable" or "profitable if you squint"). And instead of burning that cash on growth-at-all-costs expansion, management recently authorized $150 million in buybacks. What I like abou...
Key Points Bitcoin accounts for 60% of the crypto market, and needs to be a cornerstone of any crypto portfolio. Ethereum, as the premier Layer 1 blockchain network, should be the second crypto added to a portfolio. For maximum diversification and upside potential, investors can add a bargain-priced altcoin to the mix. 10 stocks we like better than Bitcoin › Even with a steep market decline in ear...
Key Points Bitcoin accounts for 60% of the crypto market, and needs to be a cornerstone of any crypto portfolio. Ethereum, as the premier Layer 1 blockchain network, should be the second crypto added to a portfolio. For maximum diversification and upside potential, investors can add a bargain-priced altcoin to the mix. 10 stocks we like better than Bitcoin › Even with a steep market decline in early 2026, many top cryptocurrencies are still trading at sky-high prices. A single Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), for example, will set you back about $71,000. However, there's a quick, simple way to put together a diversified crypto portfolio for the ultra-low cost of just $60. Here's how to do it. 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 the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » Start with Bitcoin The building block of any cryptocurrency portfolio needs to be Bitcoin. After all, the world's most popular cryptocurrency still accounts for a whopping 60% of the total market cap of the crypto market. As a general rule of thumb, then, Bitcoin needs to account for at least 60% of your portfolio. Otherwise, you're not getting full exposure to crypto as a unique asset class. Although the cost of Bitcoin in the spot market is currently $71,000, there are cheaper ways to get access to it. For example, you could pick up one share of the iShares Bitcoin Trust (NASDAQ: IBIT), which is currently trading for about $41. This spot crypto ETF gives you 1:1 exposure to the price action of Bitcoin, and can be used as a proxy for direct Bitcoin exposure. Choose your favorite Layer 1 blockchain network The next step is to choose your favorite Layer 1 blockchain network. For the majority of investors, this will be Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH). It remains the world's second most-popular cryptocurrency, with a huge $265 billion market cap. The good news is that it's possible t...
Hungarian security operatives administered a “forced injection” to one of the Ukrainians detained earlier this month during a dramatic raid on bank vehicles carrying gold bars and tens of millions of dollars and euros in cash, sources have told the Guardian. Hungary’s TEK anti-terrorism police detained seven Ukrainians from the state savings bank, Oschadbank, on 5 March. They were accompanying a c...
Hungarian security operatives administered a “forced injection” to one of the Ukrainians detained earlier this month during a dramatic raid on bank vehicles carrying gold bars and tens of millions of dollars and euros in cash, sources have told the Guardian. Hungary’s TEK anti-terrorism police detained seven Ukrainians from the state savings bank, Oschadbank, on 5 March. They were accompanying a convoy of two armoured cars from Vienna to Ukraine, as it transited Hungary in what Kyiv claims was a regular transfer of state funds. Hungarian officials have claimed it was money for the “Ukrainian war mafia”, without giving details. The men were held for more than 24 hours, much of which they spent blindfolded and in handcuffs, before they were deported to Ukraine. During that time, one of the men – a former employee of Ukraine’s SBU security service – was given the forced injection, security sources in Kyiv said. The sources added that they believed the injection contained a relaxant that was meant to predispose subjects towards becoming talkative during interrogations. However, the drug reportedly led the man, who is diabetic, to have a hypertensive crisis and lose consciousness. He was eventually taken to hospital. View image in fullscreen The bank vehicles. Photograph: Attila Kisbenedek/AFP/Getty Images One of the Ukrainian sources described the forced injection as a “Russian-style method” that harked back to so-called truth serums used in KGB interrogations in previous decades. Traces of a drug of this class were discovered during blood tests carried out after the men returned to Ukraine, said another source. The Guardian has not seen the test results and could not verify the claims. However, Lóránt Horváth, the Hungarian lawyer for the individuals, confirmed that “one individual received an injection of unknown contents despite his objections”. A Hungarian police source told the Guardian they had heard from colleagues that an injection had been administered, but did...
Atlantic Lithium Ltd. has secured approval to develop Ghana’s first lithium mine on terms more favorable than those sought under a previous government. The Australian miner’s local unit will pay royalties on a scale linked to the spot prices of the lithium-bearing mineral, known as spodumene. It will range from 5% when the price for concentrate is below $1,500 a ton to 12% if it exceeds $3,200 — u...
Atlantic Lithium Ltd. has secured approval to develop Ghana’s first lithium mine on terms more favorable than those sought under a previous government. The Australian miner’s local unit will pay royalties on a scale linked to the spot prices of the lithium-bearing mineral, known as spodumene. It will range from 5% when the price for concentrate is below $1,500 a ton to 12% if it exceeds $3,200 — under a lease ratified by parliament, the company said Friday. The structure replaces a flat 10% rate Ghana had sought when Atlantic Lithium first applied for a permit more than two years ago. The 15-year lease stalled as lithium prices retreated from late-2022 highs, pushing the company to seek lower rates. A new royalty framework for lithium and gold, adopted this month, paved the way for the deal. The Ewoyaa mine will be Africa’s only US-bound lithium project, with all others backed by Chinese funding. It’s expected to produce 3.6 million tons of spodumene concentrate over 12 years, ranking it as the continent’s third-largest lithium project under development, according to the company. Half its output is tied to Elevra Lithium — formed from the merger of Piedmont Lithium and Sayona Mining , which held offtake agreements with Tesla Inc. and LG Chem as of last year, according to a company presentation. Absa Eyes Africa Nations With Critical Minerals to Expand Income Zimbabwe Extends Ban on Lithium Exports to All Raw Minerals African Lithium Project Boosts US Drive to Close EV Gap on China Atlantic Lithium can now make progress on project funding and move toward to a final investment decision, according to the statement. “Parliamentary ratification marks a watershed moment for both Ghana and Atlantic Lithium,” said Chief Executive Officer Keith Muller . Africa has become a major source of lithium for Beijing’s dominant battery industry in recent years as Chinese firms have invested billions of dollars to build mines in Zimbabwe and Mali. The Trump administration has prioriti...