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US stocks cut early losses by half, Treasuries fall with dollar

Bloomberg US stocks cut early losses by more than half, though the S&P 500 Index remained on track for its first decline of the year as rate-sensitive shares slumped. Treasury yields rose and the dollar fell after Bloomberg reported Chinese officials were said to be wary of American government debt. Financial shares led rebound in American equities on speculation higher ...

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Crypto mania turns mainstream as stock frenzy hits new phase

Bloomberg It’s one thing for an iced-tea maker or a furniture company to reap massive returns simply by rebranding with blockchain or adding a digital currency, but now some household names are joining in on the craze. In the recent past, at least four companies with well-known brands have seen their stocks skyrocket after reports linked them to cryptocurrencies or ...

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OPEC’s cheer over 2018 oil rally tinged by shale worries

Dubai / Reuters Oil’s price rally this year to its highest since May 2015 may seem a source of glee for OPEC, but some in the producer group fear the gains could prompt shale companies to crank open their spigots and flood the market. Benchmark Brent crude rose further above $68 a barrel, supported by oil output cuts led by ...

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