Category: Forex

January 10, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Grifols shares plunge after criticism by Gotham

Questioning reporting on its debt and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA), Gotham alleges misrepresentations in this regard to reduce the Grifols leverage ratio. The hedge fund further stated that the actual leverage ratio is about 10 to 13 times the EBITDA, instead of the six times reflected in the Grifols financial reports.…

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January 09, 2024 BY Simon Mugo

ForexVox Transforms Into MarketsVox As It Expands Beyond FX

The rebranded MarketsVox will now extend its trading offerings to include indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, metals, and core forex services. This transformation underscores the company's commitment to providing a broader spectrum of trading opportunities across various markets. To coincide with the rebranding, MarketsVox is introducing many new features for its clients. These enhancements include additional payment…

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January 09, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Nvidia set to mass produce H20 chip aimed at Chinese market

According to a Reuters report, the H20 chip launch was originally scheduled for November 2023; however, due to integration challenges faced by several different server manufacturers, the launch was postponed to its new date of October 2024. The H20, the third chip designed specifically with China as its majority user (after L20 and L2), is…

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January 09, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Merck moving forward with $680m Harpoon acquisition

Harpoon has a portfolio of innovative T-cell engagers using the company’s proprietary TriTAC and ProTriRAC platforms to harness and activate a patient’s immune system to eliminate malign cells. During 2023, Harpoon shares climbed by 41% and surged by almost 112% on Monday. Analysts believe Merck is exploring new avenues of growth as its current top-selling…

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January 08, 2024 BY Simon Mugo

Plus500’s FY Revenues Rise to $725M, Beating Expectations

The positive outcome contrasts with earlier projections, as Plus500 initially anticipated ending the year with revenue and EBITDA in line with market expectations, set at $645 million and $300 million, respectively. The brokerage emphasised the resilience of its balance sheet, noting its robust nature, with cash balances reaching approximately $900 million at the close of…

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January 08, 2024 BY Simon Mugo

XTB Launches New ETF Passive Investment Plan in the UAE

The Investment Plans feature pre-made portfolios, allowing investors to easily access ETFs with allocations automatically managed based on their risk preferences. With plans starting at just $15, investors can combine up to 9 ETFs covering a diverse range of assets and geographies. This product is particularly tailored for individuals seeking passive investment options without the…

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January 05, 2024 BY Simon Mugo

Eren Eraslan Appointed As Head of IG’s Northern Europe Unit

The above role allowed him to significantly influence the firm's growth and strategy in these regions. His tenure at IG Deutschland lasted for over a year and eight months, during which he proved his leadership abilities and contributed substantially to the firm's development. Since December 2023, he has taken up the mantle as Head of…

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January 05, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Asian stocks performance trips up global equities

According to Reuters data, the MSCI’s Asia-Pacific shares index recorded a 0.18% Hang Seng (.HSI) decline during Friday morning trades. The MSCI’s world index performance displayed no drastic fluctuations and is set to close the week on a 1.7% negative. An exception to these mediocre movements, the Japanese Nikkei (.N225) was up by 0.5% following…

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January 04, 2024 BY Simon Mugo

SAXO’s Upbeat FX Volumes Underpin Its December Volumes

The surge in forex trading slightly elevated Saxo's total monthly trading volume to $369.5 billion, a 1.8% increase. However, this decreased by 11.1% compared to December of the previous year. Saxo Bank, headquartered in Denmark, provides various trading services, including equities, commodities, and fixed income. Despite the uptick in forex, trading volumes across these other…

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