U.S. stocks showed mixed results as investors reacted to President Trump’s proposed 25% tariffs on autos, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals, while awaiting insights from the Federal Reserve’s January meeting minutes. The S&P 500 edged up slightly, maintaining its recent record high, while the Dow fell 0.3%. In Asia, markets fluctuated amid concerns over the impact of tariffs and a significant rally in Chinese stocks, driven by government support for the tech sector.
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HSBC reported a profit before tax of $32.3 billion for 2024, slightly below analyst estimates. The bank announced a $2 billion share buyback and aims for $300 million in cost reductions by 2025, targeting a mid-teens return on tangible equity from 2025 to 2027 amid uncertain interest rates.In the U.S., stocks opened lower as investors reacted to President Trump’s proposed 25% tariffs on autos, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals, while awaiting insights from the Federal Reserve’s January meeting. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell approximately 2%, reflecting cautious sentiment in the market.
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HSBC reported a profit before tax of $32.3 billion for 2024, slightly below analyst estimates. The bank announced a $2 billion share buyback and aims for $300 million in cost reductions by 2025, targeting a mid-teens return on tangible equity from 2025 to 2027 amid uncertain interest rates.In the oil market, Brent crude futures rose to $76.04 a barrel, while U.S. production faces potential declines due to cold weather and reduced flows from Kazakhstan following a drone attack. Meanwhile, U.S. stock futures dipped as investors reacted to President Trump’s proposed tariffs on autos and tech imports, awaiting insights from the Federal Reserve’s meeting minutes.
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US stock futures remained flat as investors assessed President Trump’s new tariff threats and awaited the Federal Reserve’s meeting minutes. The S&P 500 reached a record high, while Asian markets declined amid concerns over the sustainability of a recent rally in Chinese stocks.HSBC reported a 6.6% rise in annual profit, exceeding expectations, and announced a $2 billion share buyback. Oil prices increased as tensions from the Ukraine-Russia conflict continued to disrupt supply, with Brent crude futures climbing for a third consecutive day.
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