Business News (13th August, 2025)

Market & Macro Highlights Global markets rally on rate-cut optimism U.S. stock futures rose sharply, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq at record highs, driven by a steady July inflation reading and growing expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut. Treasury yields and the dollar weakened. Treasury Secretary pushes for sizable Fed cut Scott Bessent called for a 50 basis-point rate reduction at the Fed’s upcoming September meeting, citing stable inflation. This propelled global indices—including the MSCI World, U.S., and Japanese markets—to all-time highs. Oil prices dipped amid higher OPEC+ supply projections. Wall Street responds favorably to inflation data Markets closed sharply higher following softer-than-expected U.S. inflation numbers for July. Corporate and Industry News Perplexity bids $34.5 billion for Google Chrome In a surprising move, AI startup Perplexity launched an unsolicited takeover offer for Google’s Chrome browser—an unusual bid amid increasing regulatory scrutiny of tech giants. Spirit Airlines warns of existential threat The discount carrier issued a stark warning in its earnings report, stating it may not survive the next year unless its financial situation improves. Ecolab shows improving stock momentum Ecolab’s Relative Strength (RS) Rating rose from 70 to 73, signaling increasing investor interest. With earnings up 13% last quarter and returning to revenue growth, investors are watching for a breakout above its $274.17 buy point. Lucid Diagnostics reports Q2 results The company processed 2,756 EsoGuard® tests and posted Q2 2025 revenue of $1.2 million, ending the quarter with over $30 million in cash. Regional & Sector Insights Business rates appeals piling up in UK The government's Check Challenge Appeal system is facing a “tsunami” of appeals from businesses disputing their tax assessments. U.K. job market softens under pressure Chancellor Rachel Reeves acknowledged labor market fragility: payrolls fell 164,000 in July, wage growth cooled, and vacancies dropped to 718,000. Despite that, overall employment remains higher than a year ago. Claire’s faces insolvency drama in UK Jewelry and accessories chain Claire’s advised UK stores to deny bailiffs entry and halt gift card redemption, following a second bankruptcy filing by its U.S. parent company. Other Notable Updates New financial training for nonprofit professionals Nebraska Business, in collaboration with the university’s Nonprofit Management Institute, launched a new finance training program tailored for nonprofit leaders. Sensor business changes hands in aquaculture tech Private equity backer Seaqloud acquired Sematek, signaling further consolidation in the aquaculture data sector . China’s hog oversupply concerns U.S. producers A growing hog herd in China is creating downward pressure on global pork markets, raising concerns about oversupply . Free Backlinks Bloglovin - Complete Guide to JFK Airport Terminal 1
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