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S&P 500 rallies 2.9% in last session, cutting Q1 losses to 4.6% amid a short squeeze.

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04 Apr 2026
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The S&P 500 surged 2.9% in the final trading session of the quarter, reducing its first-quarter losses to 4.6%. This rally was driven by a well-timed short squeeze that also lifted the Goldman Sachs Most Short Index by 7.1%. Meanwhile, credit default swap (CDS) prices dropped sharply, especially in high yield sectors, indicating reduced market stress. Bank assets grew significantly in Q4, suggesting some financial stability despite mixed signals from oil markets, which saw a notable 11.9% rise in WTI prices. These developments reflect a complex market environment with cautious optimism as investors navigate ongoing economic uncertainties.

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Global automotive microcontrollers market to reach $34.31B by 2035, driven by ADAS, electrification, and software-defined vehicles.

Global automotive microcontrollers market to reach $34.31B by 2035, driven by ADAS, electrification, and software-defined vehicles.

The global automotive microcontrollers market is projected to grow from USD 15.49 billion in 2025 to USD 34.31 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 8.28%. Growth is fueled by increasing adoption of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), vehicle electrif...

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PepsiCo rated strong buy with 13.7-18.2% growth forecast, driven by dividends, EPS, and undervaluation.

PepsiCo rated strong buy with 13.7-18.2% growth forecast, driven by dividends, EPS, and undervaluation.

PepsiCo is rated a strong buy due to its attractive combination of dividend yield, earnings growth, and undervaluation. The company is projected to achieve a forward compound annual growth rate (CAGR) between 13.7% and 18.2%, supported by dividend in...

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Sodexo wins major global catering contract with Meta for 130+ sites in 30+ countries

Sodexo wins major global catering contract with Meta for 130+ sites in 30+ countries

Sodexo has secured a major global contract to provide catering services across more than 130 Meta sites in over 30 countries. This large-scale partnership includes diverse locations such as headquarters, campuses, data centers, and conference centers...

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Bullish
4 hours ago
Viasat and BMW Group demonstrate the first integrated automotive satellite voice call, enabling connectivity in remote areas.

Viasat and BMW Group demonstrate the first integrated automotive satellite voice call, enabling connectivity in remote areas.

Viasat and BMW Group have successfully demonstrated the first integrated automotive satellite voice call, allowing drivers to make calls directly through the car's infotainment system even in areas without cellular coverage. This advancement, utilizi...

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Iran warns of crushing retaliation if US targets its infrastructure amid escalating strikes.

Iran warns of crushing retaliation if US targets its infrastructure amid escalating strikes.

Iran has warned it will retaliate fiercely if the US targets its infrastructure, following President Trump's threat to strike Iranian power plants and bridges next week if negotiations fail. The US recently conducted airstrikes against Iranian milita...

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