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Nasdaq, S&P 500 futures fall as Nvidia turbulence unsettles AI stocks
Futures tracking the Nasdaq 100 fell significantly after Nvidia shares plummeted due to leadership concerns. Reports about CEO Jensen Huang led to a decline in investor sentiment towards AI-linked stocks. Additionally, the upcoming Producer Price Index data is raising inflation expectations among investors. Concerns over economic impacts and geopolitical risks remain prevalent, with a December rate hike by the Federal Reserve anticipated.
White House Ballroom investigation row: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who is facing scrutiny over alleged Chinese spy links, was among donors. Check list
US Attorney Aaron Reitz issued a letter to Senator Richard Blumenthal regarding potential document preservation. The letter claimed Blumenthal intimidated citizens associated with President Trump and challenged their constitutional rights. Reitz demanded all relevant documents be maintained, citing federal law violations. Meanwhile, Blumenthal affirmed his commitment to investigating taxpayer dollar misuse under the Trump Administration. The controversy includes substantial donations from major corporations to the construction of Trump's ballroom.
Jailer 2 OTT release date and platform details: When and where to watch Rajinikanth's Tamil top grossing movie online. Check language versions and runtime
Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 is set to stream on OTT from November 12, 2026. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the film has a runtime of 2 hours and 43 minutes. It earned Rs 827 crore worldwide, becoming one of the biggest Tamil hits of the year. The film also stars Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Ramya Krishnan and Vidya Balan.
Festive online sales hit Rs 1.4 lakh crore, up 17%, but miss forecasts
The season had been expected to hit a record Rs 1.50-1.55 lakh crore in GMV, up 25-29% from last year. GMV is total value of goods sold by marketplaces before discounts and returns. The festive sale period started on October 8 with the flagship events of Amazon and Flipkart followed by multiple micro-events until Diwali, which fell on November 8.
Qualcomm layoffs severance package: 3 months' salary, extra payout based on years of service & one more month's pay for signing exit papers within 3 days; what employees are being offered
Qualcomm has reportedly begun laying off employees in India as part of a global workforce restructuring exercise that could affect around 1,000 staff, or 5–6% of its workforce in the country. Reports suggest affected employees may be offered three months' salary as severance, with additional compensation based on tenure and an extra month's pay for those who sign exit documents within three days. Qualcomm has not publicly confirmed the reported severance package.
Anthropic IPO buzz: CFO Krishna Rao’s stake could be worth $703 million as AI firm eyes $1.4 trillion valuation
Anthropic CFO Krishna Rao's stake in the Claude chatbot maker could be worth approximately $703 million as the AI startup targets a $1.4 trillion valuation through its proposed IPO. The company plans to raise up to $90.4 billion through the public offering and a concurrent private placement.
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Anthropic launches Claude Whiteboards, Sheets and Data to expand AI-powered workplace tools
Anthropic has introduced Claude Whiteboards and Claude Sheets to enhance collaborative brainstorming and spreadsheet creation. Claude Data has also been launched to provide advanced data analysis capabilities for businesses. These tools aim to streamline teamwork by keeping all activities within the Claude platform. Users can expect integrations with various third-party applications to enhance their workflows. The company envisions Claude as a comprehensive tool for collaborative workplace productivity.
Anthropic IPO: Amazon, Google could make staggering over USD 400 billion from Claude maker's successful listing. Here's how
Anthropic IPO: Amazon has invested at least $13 billion in Anthropic and in April agreed to invest up to an additional $20 billion. Google has committed up to $40 billion to Anthropic, including an initial $10 billion investment announced in April.
Anthropic eyes $1.4 trillion valuation in blockbuster IPO, targets up to $90.4 billion in fundraising
Anthropic is targeting a fully diluted $1.4 trillion valuation through its proposed IPO, seeking up to $64.35 billion. Combined with a $26 billion private placement, fundraising could reach $90.4 billion amid rising infrastructure costs and competition.
Are the Magnificent Seven stocks still worth betting on? Apple, Nvidia, Tesla and 4 other giants control 33.7% of the S&P 500, but which ones are actually rewarding investors in 2026?
The Magnificent Seven have become so large that their performance can move the entire US stock market. Together, Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta and Tesla accounted for 33.7% of the S&P 500 in November 2026. Their combined market value was reported at $23.6 trillion. Some have delivered strong gains this year, while others have fallen behind the index.
Anthropic's IPO: A close look at AI frontrunner's rapid growth, spiraling costs
Anthropic aims to raise up to $64.4 billion in an upcoming IPO, representing a significant market debut. The company plans a valuation of up to $1.02 trillion, showcasing its ambitions in AI. Founded by former OpenAI researchers, Anthropic's revenue has rapidly surged with enterprise adoption of its AI models. While facing substantial operating losses, the company remains committed to its substantial infrastructure investments.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's $81 billion divorce bill to wife could dwarf Jeff Bezos' $35 billion settlement with MacKenzie Scott ? What we know
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's estimated $162.2 billion net worth has drawn attention amid reports of an affair with Alice Huang and a possible divorce. Under California's community property laws, his wife Lori Huang could potentially receive $81.1 billion, a figure that could surpass Jeff Bezos' $35 billion divorce settlement with MacKenzie Scott.
Jensen's wife Lori can beat the biggest divorce deal of Bill Gates
Lori Huang could potentially receive a divorce settlement exceeding $60 billion from her husband Jensen Huang. This payout would depend on the division of Nvidia shares and stock performance. California's community property laws play a significant role in determining the settlement amount. Both partners' financial arrangements, including trusts and ownership, will impact the final outcome. Current fluctuations in Nvidia's stock may also affect Lori's settlement value.
US stock market stages massive rally today, adds $1.5 trillion: 5 reasons why Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq surge as AMD and Tesla jump while Nvidia sinks
US stock market rally today: Wall Street added $1.5 trillion in market value on Monday as technology and semiconductor stocks recovered from last week's sell-off. The Dow Jones jumped more than 1,000 points, the S&P 500 gained 2.17%, and the Nasdaq rose 2.51%. AMD and Tesla led major stock gains, but Nvidia fell nearly 5%
US stocks: Dow Jones rallies 500 points, Nasdaq over 2% as chip stocks rebound; Nvidia probe weighs
Wall Street's indexes climbed as investors honed in on Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's investigation and awaited crucial inflation data. Nvidia's shares faced declines due to worries over foreign intelligence, yet analysts proposed that the sell-off in AI stocks was potentially overblown. Tech giants like Microsoft and Alphabet, along with chip manufacturers such as Marvell and Broadcom, enjoyed substantial gains.
Diwali rush lifts rapid delivery orders for last-minute shopping, gifting
Platforms such as Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart, Amazon Now and Flipkart Minutes revamped their apps for Diwali, introducing interactive interfaces, gamified rewards and other features to drive consumer engagement and orders.
Quick commerce emerges beyond Diwali shopping panic to breathe on the necks of e-commerce giants
Quick-commerce platforms in India are increasingly including fashion, beauty, and gifting items for Diwali shopping. Myntra and Amazon are experiencing significant growth in orders and customer engagement during the festive season. Quick-commerce is projected to account for a larger share of online retail, boosting convenience for consumers. The demand for immediate shopping solutions is prompting a shift in purchasing behaviours.
MacRitchie Investments sells 3.74% stake in CarTrade for Rs 470 crore; Smallcap World Fund, Norges Bank buy shares
MacRitchie Investments sold 18.20 lakh CarTrade Tech shares worth Rs 470.11 crore through a bulk deal. Smallcap World Fund and Norges Bank acquired stakes, while CarTrade reported 10.2% revenue growth in Q2FY27.
QQQ stock today falls over 5%: Why Nvidia (NVDA), Qualcomm (QCOM), Intel (INTC) and Marvell (MRVL) are dragging down Invesco QQQ Trust
QQQ stock: Invesco QQQ Trust fell more than 5% toward $655 on Thursday as investors sold technology and semiconductor stocks following the US midterm elections. Qualcomm's disappointing chip sales and concerns over AI data center spending added to the pressure, even as QQQ increased its holdings in Nvidia, Apple and Microsoft on Tuesday.
Karnataka: At IKEA store launch, Shivakumar seeks more jobs for Kannadigas
Chief Minister DK Shivakumar inaugurated IKEA's second store in Bengaluru, urging the company to prioritize local hiring. He emphasized the need for greater employment opportunities for Kannadigas within the private sector. Additionally, Shivakumar encouraged IKEA to strengthen ties with Karnataka's small and medium enterprises for sourcing furniture.
A fund copying Congress’s stock trades beat the S&P 500, thanks mostly to one stock
The Unusual Whales Subversive Democratic Trading ETF, named NANC, has shown remarkable performance, exceeding that of the S&P 500 since February 2023. This fund strategically utilizes the stock trades of Democratic lawmakers to shape its investment strategy. With significant holdings in leading technology firms, especially in AI innovations, its recent achievements can be attributed to a thriving AI market.
US stock market stages big rally today: Why is Dow Jones surging? Dow jumps 1,100 points as S&P 500 and Nasdaq turn green, with healthcare stocks at the centre
US stock market today: US stocks rallied sharply on Wednesday after Democrats won control of Congress. The Dow Jones jumped 1,143 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also posted strong gains. Healthcare stocks attracted fresh buying, with Molina Healthcare, Centene and HCA Healthcare rising around 6% to 7%. Amazon and solar stocks also climbed, while Nvidia shares moved lower.
AI shopping agents could threaten Amazon and Walmart's ad business
Retail powerhouses Walmart and Amazon are also the world's two largest retail media businesses, dominating the estimated $74.4 billion in US retail media spending with a combined 88% share of that market, according to projections from data firm Emarketer. But digital assistants could soon disrupt that business.
Big tech share buybacks plunge 83% as AI spending hits cash flows
Major US technology companies sharply reduced dividends and share buybacks as record AI infrastructure spending pushed their combined free cash flow into deficit. The shift raises concerns about shareholder returns and places greater pressure on Big Tech to deliver profit growth from its AI investments.
Wall Street tech rout deepens on doubts over AI spending
Major US tech stocks have taken a hit as investors react to underwhelming earnings and worries about AI spending. Giants like Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet revealed hefty investments in AI systems along with rising debt. Intel's troubles intensified with a disappointing revenue outlook, driven by costly components and fierce rivalry.
Amazon steps up creator investments as it looks to convert social media influence into sales
Between January and September, creator content influenced 42 million customers on Amazon, of whom 28 million made a purchase. A total of 133 million products were purchased through creators during the period, said Nidhi Thakkar, head of social commerce for emerging marketplaces at Amazon. Influenced customers grew 50% year-on-year, while purchasing customers increased 92%. The figures were recorded before the Diwali shopping season.
US stocks today: Nasdaq sinks 2.2% as Amazon, Intel fuel fresh fears over AI spending
Wall Street experienced significant losses as the Nasdaq fell to its lowest level in nearly three months. Concerns about rising capital expenditures at Amazon and cash burn warnings from Intel influenced the technology sector's downturn. Major technology stocks like Alphabet and Nvidia also saw notable declines due to investor scrutiny. Defensive sectors like consumer staples and healthcare gained some traction in response to the selloff.
Explained: Why AI giants Google, Amazon, Intel shares crashed up to 23% in a single day
Shares of Alphabet, Amazon and Intel plunged on Thursday as investors fretted over rising AI spending, weakening cash flows and a subdued outlook. Alphabet shares fell over 13% after its Q3 results missed Wall Street estimates, with slowing search advertising growth and higher AI investments weighing on sentiment.
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