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Breaking Down the Basel III Endgame: What’s at Stake for Wall Street and Your Wallet By Pete Schroeder WASHINGTON (Multibagger) – The implementation of significant bank capital requirements, known as the Basel III Endgame, faces uncertainty as U.S. regulators struggle to finalize these contentious rules before the upcoming November presidential election. This regulatory overhaul could dramatically alter how major banks operate, affecting both the economy and individual finances. Key Takeaways: Basel III Endgame: A set of rules aimed at overhauling how banks with more than $100 billion in assets manage their capital. Potential Impact: These rules could limit lending and…

TechCrunch Mobility: Monterey Car Week Recap, Canoo’s HQ Move, and More! Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your go-to source for all things transportation and mobility. Get the latest news and insights on the future of transportation by signing up for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility! Monterey Car Week has come to a close, but the focus on EVs and tech is stronger than ever. From parties to auctions to car shows, this year’s event saw an influx of Silicon Valley’s software developers and founders. Check out Abigail Bassett’s article on the most interesting EVs showcased at Monterey Car Week.…

JPMorgan Adjusts Price Target for Canadian Solar (NASDAQ:) to $14, Maintains Underweight Rating In a recent update, JPMorgan revised its financial outlook for Canadian Solar Inc., lowering the price target to $14 from $20 while keeping an Underweight rating on the stock. The adjustment was made following the company’s second-quarter performance, which showed revenue and gross margin figures in line with expectations but fell short on earnings per share (EPS). The ongoing global module pricing weakness continues to impact Canadian Solar’s average selling prices (ASPs) and revenue, despite some growth in its storage business. Looking ahead, Canadian Solar’s third-quarter revenue…

Breaking News: U.S. Stocks Reverse Gains Amid Weaker Economic Data Ahead of Powell’s Speech at Jackson Hole On Thursday, U.S. stocks took a hit as weaker economic data raised concerns about the slowing pace of the economy, just a day before Fed chairman Jerome Powell’s anticipated speech at Jackson Hole. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 120 points, the S&P 500 fell 0.5%, and the Nasdaq fell 0.8%. Jobless claims were in line with expectations, but manufacturing activity slipped, adding to worries about the U.S. labor market. Data showed an increase in Americans filing for unemployment benefits, while a revision…

Energy Monster’s Q2 2024 Earnings: A Deep Dive into Strategic Resilience and Future Growth Potential Energy Monster (NASDAQ: EM), the leading provider of mobile device charging services, has unveiled its financial results for Q2 2024. Despite a challenging consumption environment in China, the company has notched its sixth consecutive quarter of non-GAAP profitability, recording a net income of RMB9 million. However, the company faced a 55.3% year-over-year revenue decline, with mobile device charging services accounting for 88.7% of total revenues. Energy Monster’s network partner model continues its expansion, now operating 89.2% of points of interest (POIs). The company also reported…

Investment Manager Reveals Latest Developments in U.S.-Israeli Peace Talks in Cairo | Egyptian Sources Share Insights In a groundbreaking new round of negotiations, U.S. and Israeli delegations have convened in Cairo to discuss a truce proposal aimed at ending the long-standing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Egyptian security sources have shared exclusive details on the discussions, highlighting key points of contention and potential compromises. Egyptian and U.S. officials are working together to address security concerns along the border between Egypt and Gaza, particularly in light of Hamas’s demands for an Israeli military withdrawal. The proposals under consideration will…

Instagram Launches New Feature Allowing Users to Add Music to Profiles in Collaboration with Sabrina Carpenter In a nostalgic nod to the Myspace era, Instagram has just launched a new feature that allows users to add music to their profiles. This exciting collaboration with singer Sabrina Carpenter gives users the opportunity to showcase their musical tastes and enhance their creative expression on the platform. To add a song to your profile, simply go to “edit profile” and search through Instagram’s music library. Similar to selecting a song for Instagram Reels or Stories, you can choose up to a 30-second segment…

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS) Receives Buy Rating from Rosenblatt with $635 Price Target Synopsys, a key player in the semiconductor industry, has maintained a positive outlook following its third-quarter earnings report. The company’s revenue saw a modest increase, surpassing earnings expectations. In the recent quarter, Synopsys reported revenues of $1,525.7 million, a 2.6% rise, mainly driven by strong demand across various product lines. Notably, revenue from upfront deals, including IP and hardware, surged significantly, with Design IP experiencing a substantial increase. This growth is attributed to the expansion of AI-accelerator products and continued strength in the automotive sector. Synopsys also…

Palantir (PLTR) Positioned to Dominate Enterprise AI Market with Innovative Data Solutions — Investment Insight: Northland Capital Markets Initiates Coverage with Market Perform Rating and $35 Price Target Northland Capital Markets has initiated coverage on Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE: PLTR) with a Market Perform rating and a price target of $35. The firm highlights Palantir’s emerging role as a pivotal player in the rapidly evolving enterprise AI landscape. Key Highlights from Northland’s Report: AI Operating System Powered by Ontology Software: Solution for Fragmented AI Initiatives: Palantir’s AI operating system is designed to address the fragmented and experimental nature of current…

Federal Reserve President Harker Supports September Rate Cut, Focuses on Easing Path Rather Than Size of Action In a recent interview, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia President Patrick Harker expressed his support for a September rate cut, emphasizing the importance of data in guiding policy decisions. Harker’s comments come in the wake of meeting minutes from the July Federal Open Market Committee meeting, which indicated that a majority of policymakers expect a rate cut in September. Financial markets are already pricing in significant rate cuts, with expectations of up to a full percentage point reduction in the federal funds rate…