New Zealand food price index for December +1.1% m/m (prior 0.0%)

Research shows Warren Buffett’s outperformance was driven mainly by exposure to quality businesses with strong intangible assets, not cheap valuations. Most of his excess returns can be explained by systematic factors rather than stock-picking skill.

PBOC sets USD/ CNY reference rate today at 6.9929 (vs. estimate 6.9481) . The rate set under 7 today for the first time since May 2023.

TikTok strikes deal to spin off US business under Oracle-led venture, secures US presence

Japan core inflation slows but stays above BOJ target The data are consistent with a near-term BOJ pause but reinforce expectations for further rate hikes later this year

Japan PMI hits 17-month high as manufacturing returns to growth The stronger PMI backdrop reinforces expectations that Japan’s economy is gaining traction,

Winter storm fuels demand surge! Natural gas prices jump 63% as bills brace for impact. AI data centers add to the pressure.

MU surges 264% on AI demand, yet trades at 11.3x P/E. Insider buys $7.8M, analysts hike targets. Memory shortage fuels growth.