US Economy 15 June 2026 - 21 June 2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: June 21, 2026, 4:00 AM EDTUpdated: June 22, 2026, 3:59 AM EDT Microsoft Shares Slide 20% in 2024 but Valuation Models Suggest Undervaluation June 22, 2026, 3:55 AM EDT. Microsoft (MSFT) stock has fallen nearly 20% year-to-date, closing at $379.40, reflecting broader tech sector pressures and mixed sentiment on AI and cloud growth prospects. Despite this, long-term returns remain strong, with 3- and 5-year gains of 18.2% and 47.1%. A Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis values the stock at $557.83, implying a 32% undervaluation compared to current prices. Microsoft’s Price-to-Earnings ratio stands at 22.51, below the software

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: June 20, 2026, 4:00 AM EDTUpdated: June 21, 2026, 3:59 AM EDT Prosecutors Raid Securities Firms in 100 Billion Won DI Dongil Stock Manipulation Case June 21, 2026, 3:56 AM EDT. Prosecutors launched raids on several securities firms in connection with a 100 billion won ($75 million) stock price manipulation case involving DI Dongil. The investigation targets financial experts and minority shareholder activists accused of artificially inflating the price of DI Dongil shares. The probe focuses on suspected coordinated trading designed to deceive investors and distort market prices. Authorities aim to curb illegal market practices and protect

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: June 19, 2026, 4:00 AM EDTUpdated: June 20, 2026, 3:59 AM EDT UK Shares Could Grow a £339,849 ISA Over 30 Years June 20, 2026, 3:53 AM EDT. UK domestic stocks offer strong growth potential, with 42 FTSE 100 companies outperforming Microsoft over five years. A Stocks and Shares ISA, where investments are tax-free, can benefit from regular monthly contributions. Assuming a £250 monthly investment, an 8% annual return could grow the portfolio to £339,849 over 30 years. While some FTSE 100 stocks have averaged 22% returns, a more cautious 8% estimate remains realistic. SSE, a renewable

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: June 15, 2026, 4:00 AM EDTUpdated: June 16, 2026, 3:57 AM EDT Lion (TSE:4912) Stock Potentially 17.2% Undervalued on Oral Care Growth June 16, 2026, 3:57 AM EDT. Lion (TSE:4912) shares rose 8.16% over one month, trading at ¥1,671 versus a fair value of ¥2,017.5, suggesting a 17.2% undervaluation. The Japanese consumer goods firm prioritizes its high-margin Oral Health Care segment, targeting 8% annual growth, which could boost revenue and profits. The valuation reflects steady margins and modest expansion, discounted at 4.91%. Risks include execution challenges from overseas growth, particularly in China, and shifting away from lower-margin