Stock funds witnessed biggest inflows ever in a week to Wednesday: BofA

Equity funds saw a record inflow of $68.7 billion, while cash and bond funds faced significant outflows, driven by bullish sentiment and volatility in markets.

Global equities net bought for a second straight week: Goldman Sachs

Global equities see continued net buying, led by Consumer Staples, while trading volume increases and Japanese stocks gain attention from hedge funds ahead of the BoJ meeting.

Morning Bid: China FX eyed, markets surge on Fed hopes

'Goldilocks narrative' to continue to support stocks higher: Barclays

Barclays strategists highlight a favorable economic environment supporting equity markets, amid global recovery, upcoming payroll data, and political instability in Europe affecting investor sentiment.

Investor reaction to South Korea's political crisis

South Korean shares dropped amid a political crisis spurred by President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration, causing market uncertainty and investor caution.

Healthcare executives expect more IPOs and corporate dealmaking in 2025

Healthcare executives see increased IPOs and M&A activity in 2025, citing geopolitical risks as major concerns, with confidence improving in the sector's outlook.

Morning Bid: Seeking global steer, watching Fed pendulum swings

Asian investors are cautiously optimistic, tracking global market sentiments, ahead of key earnings and economic data, including the RBA meeting minutes and Nvidia's results.

Morning Bid: EM conditions tighten, outflows heighten

Asian markets struggle amid rising U.S. bond yields, a strong dollar, and Wall Street declines, while Thailand's GDP and other economic indicators remain in focus on Monday.

Morning Bid: China caution cools sizzling US optimism

Asian investors prepare for key economic indicators and updates from China, following significant market rallies in the US and amidst concerns over China’s economic outlook and tariffs.

Morning Bid: Markets enter the eye of risk-event storm

Markets are set for volatility due to upcoming risk events, including mega-cap earnings and U.S. payrolls, amid a strengthening dollar and uncertain equity trends.