RBNZ Hawkesby says if had not eased policy, the NZD would be 5-10% higher

Nikkei 225 futures show mixed price action; volume dips, open interest falls.

UMAC's stock jumped 24% on 144% revenue growth, but profitability remains a risk.

XLE surges 29% on soaring oil prices, offering a hedge despite past underperformance and commodity risks.

Low-risk savings accounts, CDs, and Treasuries offer 3-5% yields, beating inflation with minimal risk.

S&P 500 dips 0.5% YTD; tech concentration poses risk. Equal-weight ETF offers diversification.

Oil near $100 fuels inflation fears, dragging European stocks down for a second week. Rate outlook uncertain.

Lithium prices surge, sparking a global race for extraction. China dominates 72% of the market, but US aims for domestic production, risking environmental impact.