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Shocking Rate Decision in Indonesia Sparks Market Jitters and Forecast Frenzy

Shocking Rate Decision in Indonesia Sparks Market Jitters and Forecast Frenzy

Indonesia’s central bank unexpectedly kept its benchmark rate at 4.75% in October, defying forecasts for a cut. Jakarta’s main stock index fell 1% and major bank shares dropped after the decision, while the rupiah strengthened slightly. Governor Perry Warjiyo cited low inflation and currency stability as reasons for the pause. Twenty-one out of 28 economists in a Reuters poll had predicted a rate cut.

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  • Suncor Partners with WestJet in Loyalty Tie-Up Amid Analyst Focus on Integrated Model
    April 29, 2026, 9:42 PM EDT. Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) is drawing attention with a new loyalty partnership linking its Petro-Canada fuel purchases to WestJet air travel rewards, spotlighting its downstream retail segment. Raymond James analysts note a gap between Canadian energy stocks and rising oil prices but emphasize Suncor's heavy reliance on volatile commodity markets and exposure to rising carbon costs. Ahead of Suncor's May 5 earnings release, investors watch how its integrated model balances upstream oil sands operations with retail resilience, supported by consistent dividends and share buybacks. Longer-term risks from carbon regulations remain a concern. Some pessimistic forecasts expect revenue declines, but the loyalty tie-up and oil price trends could reshape expectations. The market holds mixed views, with fair value estimates suggesting potential upside from current levels.

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Soluna Holdings Stock Jumps After Sazmining Bitcoin Deal, Then SEC Resale Filing Lands

Soluna Holdings Stock Jumps After Sazmining Bitcoin Deal, Then SEC Resale Filing Lands

30 April 2026
Soluna Holdings filed to register the resale of about 2.46 million common shares, with no proceeds going to the company. The move follows Sazmining’s launch of a 3-megawatt Bitcoin mining operation at Soluna’s Project Dorothy 1B in West Texas. Soluna shares last traded at $1.28, up from a $1.08 Nasdaq sale price on April 28. The registered shares include 2.4 million issuable to YA II PN, LTD. via warrant exercise.
Brookfield Renewable Stock Drops 12% Before Q1 Results as BEPC Investors Brace for Friday

Brookfield Renewable Stock Drops 12% Before Q1 Results as BEPC Investors Brace for Friday

30 April 2026
Brookfield Renewable Corp’s NYSE shares fell 12.5% to $35.20 on Wednesday, with volume quadrupling the three-month average ahead of first-quarter results due Friday. The drop came despite a higher quarterly dividend and mixed analyst views. The company operates 47 GW of clean energy assets globally. Analysts expect a first-quarter loss of 33.92 cents per share on $1.62 billion in revenue.
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