US stocks: US market rises as yields ease, Moderna lifts healthcare stocks

US stock markets enjoyed a boost as easing bond yields and a spike in Moderna shares contributed to a favorable trading environment. Despite the Federal Reserve’s minutes highlighting inflation concerns and discussions on rate hikes, investors remained optimistic. The Treasury’s announcement of liquidity support revitalized riskier assets, particularly in tech stocks, while the success of […]

Old Fox has dream run on Dalal Street

The Old Fox of Dalal Street has been on a dream run since the past couple of weeks. On Friday, most stocks that he had been steadily building up positions in figured among key gainers of the day.

US stocks: US market regains ground as bond yields ease; healthcare stocks rally

Major stock indexes recovered on Wednesday after a prior day’s decline. Moderna shares surged significantly following positive cancer therapy trial results. Government bond yields eased from highs, boosting investor risk appetite. Retailers like Target and Lowe’s reported quarterly results, influencing consumer spending views. Geopolitical developments and Federal Reserve minutes remained key investor focuses.

Moderna shares soar 135% in a day after cancer vaccine succeeds in late-stage trial

Moderna shares surged after its personalized mRNA cancer vaccine trial showed positive results. The treatment, combined with Keytruda, reduced melanoma recurrence and spread significantly. This marks the first successful late-stage trial for an mRNA cancer vaccine. The findings offer hope for future growth beyond COVID-19 vaccines. Discussions with regulators are expected within the next few […]

India stocks top Indonesia as Asia’s least-favoured in BofA poll

India has replaced Indonesia as Asia’s least-preferred stock market among fund managers surveyed by Bank of America, with 32% of respondents net underweight on Indian equities. Lack of clear AI exposure, weak growth, high valuations and limited reforms emerged as key concerns, even as improving earnings and renewed foreign inflows provide some support.