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Malaysia reopening has semiconductor chip biz celebrating
Malaysian facilities that test and produce semi-conductors are celebrating the re-opening of the nation’s economy
Companies such as Toyota, Ford and Skoda are have been hit hard by factory closures and staff shortages.
It follows a Covid-19 surge in Malaysia, which has claimed the lives of nearly 20,000 people.
The semi-conductor industry makes up about 6.8 per cent of Malaysia’s GDP and employs over 500,000 workers.
Malaysia accounts for seven percent of the semiconductor trade and 13 per cent of the global testing and packaging capacity around the world.
But bottle-necks in supply have impacted carmakers and companies around the world
Malaysia’s little-known but crucial role in the semiconductor industry came into focus in recent months as these top carmakers drastically reduced production targets citing pandemic-induced bottlenecks in Malaysia and neighbouring Thailand.
Could the US be the answer to saving the chip industry?
As the race to combat the global chip shortage continues the Biden administration is big to end the crisis
US President Joe Biden is preparing to spend $52 billion to boost the worsening shortage of semiconductor chips.
The White House is still waiting for congressional approval on the big spend but is pushing ahead with plans of how to invest the money wisely.
The Commerce Secretary says America “needs to incentivise the manufacturing of chips” if the country wants the crisis to end.
President Biden continues to be vocal on the global issue.
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U.S. markets mixed as tech slumps and Fed moves spark uncertainty
Mixed US equity results as tech stocks drop; market uncertainty rises amid Fed Chair change. Join Steve Gopalan’s insights on FX trends.
Mixed US equity results as tech stocks drop; market uncertainty rises amid Fed Chair change. Join Steve Gopalan’s insights on FX trends.
US equity markets posted mixed results as technology stocks fell, reflecting growing concerns about AI disruptions. The delay of key labour data has added to market uncertainty, especially with President Trump’s recent appointment of Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair.
Steve Gopalan from SkandaFX joins us to discuss how these shifts could influence monetary policy, corporate FX strategies, and the broader financial landscape.
We also dive into FX trends, euro-area inflation signals, and Australian dollar movements, exploring what these developments mean for investors worldwide.
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Tech stocks and Bitcoin tumble amid market uncertainty and rising job concerns
Wall Street plummets as tech stocks and Bitcoin fall, raising concerns about job market and economic stability.
Wall Street plummets as tech stocks and Bitcoin fall, raising concerns about job market and economic stability.
Wall Street took a sharp hit Thursday as technology stocks and Bitcoin plunged, reigniting worries over the job market and global economic stability. Kyle Rodda from Capital.com breaks down how Alphabet and Qualcomm’s earnings may signal broader tech weakness.
Bitcoin’s recent drop also rattled crypto markets, with Coinbase shares falling sharply. Rodda explains how much of the decline is driven by market fundamentals versus shifting investor sentiment, and how rising AI expenditures are affecting investor confidence in tech.
The surge in unemployment claims, coupled with falling bond yields, is prompting concern over overall market stability.
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S&P 500 dips as tech stocks struggle with AMD leading losses
S&P 500 declines as tech stocks sell off; AMD plummets, Microsoft stable, investors eye Alphabet’s upcoming earnings report.
S&P 500 declines as tech stocks sell off; AMD plummets, Microsoft stable, investors eye Alphabet’s upcoming earnings report.
The S&P 500 fell as technology stocks faced intense selling pressure, dragging the broader market lower. AMD shares were particularly hard hit, falling 17% after its first-quarter forecast disappointed analysts.
Software names including Oracle and CrowdStrike also struggled, although Microsoft found some stability amid the sell-off.
Investors are now focused on Alphabet, which is set to report earnings after the bell Wednesday.
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