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Crypto Stocks Rally as BofA Endorses Bitcoin for Client Portfolios
Bank of America's recommendation for a crypto allocation of up to 4% signals deepening Wall Street acceptance, fueling gains in digital asset equities.
Semiconductor Sector on Alert After TSMC Trade Secrets Case
Charges against a Tokyo Electron unit in Taiwan highlight escalating intellectual property risks for essential equipment suppliers like Applied Materials and Lam Research.
US Automakers Face Headwinds as South Korean Auto Tariffs Slashed
A tariff reduction to 15% for rivals like Hyundai and Kia adds significant competitive pressure on Detroit's legacy manufacturers.
UK Pharma Giants GSK, AstraZeneca Set to Gain from US Zero-Tariff Deal
Landmark trade agreement eliminates tariffs on over £5 billion of UK drug exports to the United States, bolstering competitiveness for British pharmaceutical firms.
US Energy Policy Pivot Signals Bullish Outlook for Fossil Fuels
Renaming of top renewables lab and sweeping deregulation underscore administration's commitment to bolstering traditional energy sectors, boosting investor confidence.
BNPL Stocks Hit as 7 States Launch Probe Into Lending Practices
Affirm and PayPal targeted in an inquiry focused on consumer protection, hidden fees, and the risk of 'debt traps' as regulatory pressure intensifies.
Consumer Finance Sector on Edge as Delinquencies Hit Decade High
Rising hardship withdrawals and soaring auto and credit card defaults signal mounting stress for U.S. households, posing a critical test for lenders like Enova and OneMain.
Crypto Stocks Tumble as Bitcoin Rout Deepens
Coinbase, MicroStrategy, and miners lead the sector-wide decline as the world's largest cryptocurrency falls below key technical levels, erasing market confidence.