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JPX stock week ahead: Holiday derivatives trading and Tokyo inflation data set up Japan Exchange Group shares

JPX stock week ahead: Holiday derivatives trading and Tokyo inflation data set up Japan Exchange Group shares

JPX will keep its Osaka Exchange and TOCOM derivatives markets open on Feb. 23, despite the Emperor’s Birthday holiday. Japan Exchange Group shares last closed at 1,877 yen, up 1.05%. The Nikkei fell 1.12% on Friday, while the dollar stood at 155.03 yen. Japan’s January core inflation matched the BOJ’s 2.0% target.
22 February 2026
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Tokyo Stock Exchange Outlook: Nikkei 225 Holds 50,750 as BOJ Rate Path, Yen Volatility, and Year‑End Holidays Set Up the Next Session

Tokyo Stock Exchange Outlook: Nikkei 225 Holds 50,750 as BOJ Rate Path, Yen Volatility, and Year‑End Holidays Set Up the Next Session

The Tokyo Stock Exchange closed for the weekend after the Nikkei 225 ended Friday at 50,750.39, up 0.68%, and the TOPIX hit a record intraday high before closing at 3,423.06, up 0.15%. Trading volume is thinning ahead of year-end. The yen traded at 156.54 per dollar, with markets watching for possible intervention. U.S. markets closed slightly lower Friday in thin post-holiday trade.
27 December 2025
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  • JPMorgan Upgrades Capital One Despite 2026 Stock Drop, Sees 10.6% Upside
    April 9, 2026, 9:31 AM EDT. JPMorgan upgraded Capital One Financial to overweight from neutral amid a 20% drop in its 2026 stock price. Analyst Richard Shane cut the price target to $213 but still sees a 10.6% gain from Wednesday's close. The downgrade in price target reflects cautious views on consumer risks, including high energy costs and inflation. Shane cited the completion of Capital One's Discover Financial Services merger as a positive thematic factor. JPMorgan believes Capital One's strong reserves can shield it from worsening macroeconomic conditions, limiting further downside unless new risks materialize. The upgrade signals a buy-the-dip approach despite ongoing economic uncertainty.

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Nokia Oyj Wins Virgin Media O2 5G Deal, but Ericsson Takes Bigger Slice of UK Upgrade

Nokia Oyj AI Data Center Push Gets Lift From Fifth Straight GigaOm Leader Ranking

9 April 2026
Nokia was named a Leader and Outperformer in GigaOm’s 2026 Radar for data center switching for the fifth year in a row, competing with Cisco, Arista, and HPE Juniper. Shares fell 1.05% in Helsinki ahead of Thursday’s annual meeting, where board changes and a dividend of up to 14 euro cents per share will be considered.
American Airlines Faces FAA Fine Over Drug-Testing Lapses in New Test for 2026 Turnaround

American Airlines Faces FAA Fine Over Drug-Testing Lapses in New Test for 2026 Turnaround

9 April 2026
The FAA proposed a $255,000 civil penalty against American Airlines, alleging the carrier allowed 12 flight attendants who tested positive for drugs or alcohol to return to safety-sensitive duties before completing required follow-up tests. The alleged violations occurred from May 2019 to December 2023. American has 30 days to respond. The airline said it is reviewing the notice.
Hologic goes private: Blackstone, TPG close buyout and name José Almeida CEO

Hologic goes private: Blackstone, TPG close buyout and name José Almeida CEO

9 April 2026
Blackstone and TPG closed their $17.3 billion acquisition of Hologic on April 7, with José Almeida replacing Steve MacMillan as CEO. Hologic shares were suspended before trading that day and will be removed from the S&P 500 before Thursday’s open. Former shareholders will receive $76 per share in cash plus a contingent value right worth up to $3 more if revenue targets are met.
When Will Gas Prices Fall? Iran Ceasefire May Not Bring Quick Relief as Oil Rebounds

When Will Gas Prices Fall? Iran Ceasefire May Not Bring Quick Relief as Oil Rebounds

9 April 2026
Brent crude rebounded 3% Thursday despite a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, with the Strait of Hormuz still nearly shut and only one oil-products tanker passing in 24 hours. U.S. gasoline averaged $4.166 a gallon on April 9, and AAA said prices could drop slowly. North Sea Forties crude hit a record $146.43 a barrel. The U.S. EIA expects Hormuz flows may take months to recover.
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