• May 01, 2025

Danske Bank posts profit beat and expects moderate tariff impact in Nordic market

COPENHAGEN (Reuters) -Denmark's biggest lender Danske Bank reported forecast-beating first-quarter profits on Friday and said it expects the global trade war to have a moderate impact on its main Nordic markets, booting its shares. U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs have sown turmoil in financial markets and raised fears of a recession, prompting major banks to say they will affect industries from manufacturing to retail to banking. The Nordic region has so far been resilient, with strong economic data across the region and Danske Bank said its first-quarter results reflected this.

• May 01, 2025

Bitcoin Jumps Above $97K as Traders Optimistic U.S.-China Trade Deal Possible

But bettors are skeptical that a trade deal can be reached before June.

• May 01, 2025

1 Profitable Stock Worth Your Attention and 2 to Turn Down

A company with profits isn’t always a great investment. Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential.

• May 01, 2025

1 Safe-and-Steady Stock to Target This Week and 2 to Be Wary Of

Low-volatility stocks may offer stability, but that often comes at the cost of slower growth and the upside potential of more dynamic companies.

• May 01, 2025

1 Cash-Heavy Stock to Target This Week and 2 to Keep Off Your Radar

A cash-heavy balance sheet is often a sign of strength, but not always. Some companies avoid debt because they have weak business models, limited expansion opportunities, or inconsistent cash flow.

• May 01, 2025

3 Profitable Stocks Walking a Fine Line

While profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success. Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity".

• May 01, 2025

3 Hated Stocks Showing Warning Signs

The past year hasn't been kind to the stocks featured in this article. Each has tumbled to their lowest points in 12 months, leaving investors to decide whether they're witnessing fire sales or falling knives.

• May 01, 2025

1 Industrials Stock to Own for Decades and 2 to Question

Whether you see them or not, industrials businesses play a crucial part in our daily activities. Still, their generally high capital requirements expose them to the ups and downs of economic cycles, and the market seems to be baking in a prolonged downturn as the industry has shed 10.4% over the past six months. This performance was worse than the S&P 500’s 2% fall.

• May 01, 2025

2 Cash-Producing Stocks to Consider Right Now and 1 to Brush Off

While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.

• May 01, 2025

1 Cash-Heavy Stock Worth Your Attention and 2 to Think Twice About

A cash-heavy balance sheet is often a sign of strength, but not always. Some companies avoid debt because they have weak business models, limited expansion opportunities, or inconsistent cash flow.