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Global investors push South Korea's chaebols to speed up reforms
Global investors are increasingly urging South Korea’s chaebols to adopt necessary corporate governance reforms to address the existing valuation gap. Despite solid market performance, many South Korean stocks are viewed as undervalued on the global stage. Notably, Samsung Electronics has attracted criticism for not providing adequate shareholder returns despite their record-breaking profits earlier this year. Financial institutions seem to favor shareholder-friendly measures, in contrast to larger conglomerates that exhibit resistance.
AI chip giant SK hynix says quarterly operating profit soars 630%
South Korean chip giant SK hynix said Wednesday its third-quarter operating profit soared 632 percent on-year, largely driven by the artificial intelligence industry's explosive demand for its advanced memory chips. The memory chip giant said it had posted record revenue and operating profit for six straight quarters since the second quarter of last year.
Global Market | SK Hynix weighs $12 billion special dividend ahead of Q3 Results: Reports
SK Hynix said it would announce shareholder-return measures alongside its quarterly results amid reports that it was considering a special dividend funded by gains from its Kioxia stake sale. The review comes as investors push major chipmakers to distribute more cash generated by the AI memory boom through dividends and share buybacks.
Tech companies tap debt, equity to fund AI and cloud expansion
Major tech giants like Alphabet and Amazon are gearing up for significant debt offerings aimed at bolstering their AI capabilities. Meanwhile, SpaceX seeks funding specifically for Nvidia chips to enhance its AI infrastructure. Other significant players including Salesforce and Oracle are following suit, utilizing debt markets for expansions and buybacks.
Nvidia soars near $6 trillion market cap with stock back at high
Nvidia has witnessed a remarkable surge in its stock price, propelled by a promising revenue forecast and a robust buyback initiative. The company’s shares have soared by 28% in 2026, contributing nearly $1.2 trillion to its market capitalisation. Amidst rising interest rates and economic volatility, investors are increasingly turning to Nvidia, positioning it as a cornerstone of the S&P 500 Index's success this year.
Nvidia falls short of May record as value nears $6 trillion
Shares of the world’s most valuable public company gained as much as 3% Friday to touch an intraday record and closed up 1.3%, shy of their May high.
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Anthropic, OpenAI sound AI doomsday warning, Nvidia may have an answer. Here's explainer
AI safety debate has divided the industry, with the heads of Anthropic and OpenAI championing a coordinated slowdown of Artificial Intelligence development to let safety efforts catch up. However, Nvidia may have a plan.
US stocks: US market falls as higher oil prices, Treasury yields weigh
US stocks declined on concerns over rising oil prices and higher Treasury yields affecting the market. Investors are cautious due to uncertainty surrounding a potential Iran war peace deal negotiations. Federal Reserve officials hinted at possible interest rate hikes if inflation continues to rise significantly. Nvidia shares surged after announcing a record $150 billion share buyback, while Tesla shares dropped after a lowered price target.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday
Indian equities plunged on Monday as the Sensex fell 1,124 points and Nifty dropped over 360 points, wiping out nearly Rs 8 lakh crore in market value. Surging oil prices, bond yields, geopolitical tensions and rate-hike concerns drove broad-based selling.
Why are the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling today? The reasons behind the selloff from tech stocks to gold, silver and Bitcoin
US Stock Market Today: U.S. stock markets slipped on Monday morning as a sharp rise in crude prices and surging Treasury yields unsettled investors following last week’s broad rally. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 379.73 points, or 0.73%, to 51,448.89. The S&P 500 sank 0.94% to 7,670.67, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite dropped 1.22% to 26,737.84. Energy marked the sole S&P 500 sector trading in positive territory, benefiting directly from a fresh spike in global fuel costs.
Why is Nvidia share price up today?
Nvidia's share or stock (NVDA) price is rising by 2.9% today. The share price is $225.07 USD on the NASDAQ. The chip making company has recently announced an additional $150 billion under the existing share repurchase program.
Nvidia approves record $150 billion share buyback plan as AI boom powers cash generation
Nvidia approved an additional $150 billion in share buybacks, taking its remaining authorisation to $235 billion through fiscal 2028. The record repurchase expansion reflects surging AI-driven cash flows, alongside continued investment in data centres, hardware, networking and infrastructure partnerships.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday
Indian equities ended mixed on Thursday as Sensex slipped 22 points after sharp volatility during the closing auction session, while Nifty gained 53 points. Mid- and small-caps outperformed, with capital goods, industrial, defence, power and healthcare stocks attracting buying interest.
Stocks in news: Bharti Airtel, Happiest Minds Technologies, PVR INOX, Milky Mist Dairy and Mankind Pharma
Indian equity markets ended lower on August 31, responding to prevailing global economic dynamics. A modest decline in the Nifty50 index brought it below essential moving averages. Key corporate updates emerged, including major merger announcements and buyback initiatives from Happiest Minds Technologies and PVR INOX. Milky Mist Dairy showed remarkable profit growth, whereas E2E Networks secured a vital contract.
D-Street braces for weak opening on negative GIFT Nifty cues
Domestic equities closed mixed on Monday as the Nifty saw a slight decline. Global cues and geopolitical tensions are expected to keep Indian markets subdued. The US Treasury's bond buyback program weakened the dollar and supported precious metals. Foreign portfolio investors were net sellers, while domestic institutional investors bought shares. The Indian rupee pared initial gains, settling lower against the US dollar.
Global Market Today: Asian stocks dip after US tech selloff, gold gains
Asian markets followed Wall Street's downward trend as caution in technology stocks seeped into trading. Meanwhile, gold prices soared for the fifth day straight, hitting impressive highs. Investors are on the edge of their seats awaiting Nvidia's earnings announcement, which is expected to sway market sentiment. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's upcoming speech also promises insights into the economic landscape.
US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq decline as tech sector falls, US prepares to impose more Iran sanctions
Wall Street’s S&P 500 and Nasdaq declined on Monday, dragged down by a sharp sell-off in technology and semiconductor stocks.Investors reacted to fresh U.S. sanctions against Iran, mounting political pushback on AI data centers, and looming market catalysts, including Nvidia’s earnings and upcoming Fed inflation reports.
Explained: Why Samsung shares tanked 8% while rival SK Hynix traded higher on Monday
Samsung Electronics shares fell 8% after its record $79 billion shareholder-return plan disappointed investors. The company plans to return 90 trillion won to 110 trillion won this year, including 30 trillion won in Q3 cash dividends. While the payout is five times its 2020 record, analysts said it fell short of expectations and lacked clarity on buybacks.
Global Market Today: Asian stocks dip with AI in focus, oil declines
MSCI’s Asia Pacific equities gauge dipped 0.1%, with the Kospi Index in South Korea — a bellwether for AI investments — falling 1.2%. However, US equity-index futures erased earlier losses to edged up, with contracts for the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 climbing 0.1%.
Why did Nvidia’s strong earnings fail to spark NVDA stock rally? Here's what investors are worried about
NVDA stock analysis after NVIDIA earnings: NVIDIA reported robust first-quarter earnings with significant revenue growth, yet its stock dipped as investors questioned the sustainability of its extraordinary momentum. While the company forecasts even faster growth and announced a substantial buyback, concerns linger about maintaining AI hardware dominance and future competition.
Global Markets | European shares subdued on mixed earnings; tech in focus after Nvidia beat
European shares were muted on Thursday as investors assessed a slate of mixed corporate earnings from the likes of Schneider and Syensqo, while mulling the outlook for artificial intelligence post U.S. chip-leader Nvidia's strong forecasts.
Nvidia beats Q4 estimates, gives stronger-than-expected Q1 forecast
Nvidia reported very strong earnings and its stock went up after the news. The company made record revenue and expects more growth next quarter. Its AI data center business is the biggest reason for this success. Experts say Nvidia is very important for the AI industry, and many big tech companies are spending heavily on AI, helping Nvidia grow.
Japan's Nikkei snaps 4-day loss as Nvidia outlook boosts tech sector
The Nikkei 225 Index briefly climbed above the key psychological 50,000 figure before losing some momentum in the afternoon. The gauge closed up 2.7% at 49,823.94, while the broader Topix gained 1.7%.
Wealth created inside Nvidia reach stunning levels - nearly 80% of employees are millionaires
Nvidia employees net worth 2025: Nvidia's dominance in the AI market has created unprecedented wealth for its employees. Approximately 80% of Nvidia's workforce are now millionaires, with about half exceeding $25 million in net worth. This financial success is attributed to the company's employee stock purchase program and Nvidia's explosive growth in the AI sector.
Nvidia and AMD shares jump, leaving DeepSeek impact behind; here's what happened and what investors should know
Nvidia and AMD stocks surged after landing major AI chip deals with Saudi Arabia’s Humain, a subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund. The multibillion-dollar agreements aim to supply advanced processors for massive AI data centers, part of a $10 billion investment plan. AMD also announced a $6 billion stock buyback, boosting investor confidence. With growing demand shifting from China to the Middle East, and sovereign AI projects expected to generate $50 billion yearly, this marks a strong comeback after earlier losses.
Nvidia's $25 billion buyback 'a head-scratcher' for some shareholders
Shares of Nvidia touched a record high on Thursday, a day after the company blew past expectations with its quarterly revenue forecast as an artificial-intelligence boom fueled demand for its chips. Nvidia shares, which had run up in the days leading up to its report, climbed more than 6% on Thursday but pared gains to end the day little changed.
Nvidia results burnish AI rally, lift global tech shares
Nvidia's shares rose to $510.14 in premarket trading, set to surpass a record high of $481.87 hit earlier this week. They have tripled in value this year.
Amazon announces 20-for-1 stock split, $10 billion share buyback
Amazon's stock, which closed at $2,785.58 on Wednesday, has nearly doubled over the last two years, when demand for both its e-commerce and cloud computing business surged in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
SoftBank shares jump 11% on $9 billion buyback
The buyback is SoftBank's second largest after a record 2.5 trillion yen buyback launched during the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic last year.
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