Japan government retains its assessment that the economy is recovering moderately in May
There is no change to the assessment from April (which was also the same as in March), as the government notes that “the Japanese economy is recovering moderately, while attention should be given to the effects caused from the situation in the Middle East”. As a reminder, this assessment was changed from February which at […]
Members of Congress won a battle to increase their pay. The war will go on.
A federal court has finally weighed in on the sensitive topic of congressional member pay, ruling that lawmakers acted improperly in repeatedly canceling cost-of-living adjustments. But members who have long groused about their stagnant compensation should not expect a raise anytime soon — if ever. Congress has repeatedly voted to overrule a 1989 law meant […]
Down 31% in 3 months with a 9.7% yield, are Taylor Wimpey shares too cheap to ignore?
Taylor Wimpey (LSE:TW.) shares have had a rough time in 2026, even by housebuilder standards. Despite government planning reforms and a political push to build more homes, the stock’s slumped around 31% in just three months, turning a £1,000 investment made in late February into roughly £690 today. Should you buy Taylor Wimpey Plc shares today? […]
ECB policymaker Lane hints the market is correct in expecting a rate hike in June
ECB Chief Economist, Philip Lane said in an interview with Nikkei Asia that the conflict in the Middle East has worsened the euro area’s macroeconomic outlook, introducing heightened uncertainty. Elevated energy prices are dragging down consumption and investment, potentially leading to prolonged economic weakness. While gas prices remain relatively stable due to US supply, oil […]
How long is Lionel Messi out for? Latest news, 2026 FIFA World Cup update on ’emotional’ Argentina and Inter Miami icon’s injury
Lionel Messi has muscle fatigue in his left hamstring and has not torn the muscle in a major boost for Argentina and World Cup organisers. Messi limped off clutching the back of his left leg during Inter Miami’s 6-4 win over Philadelphia on Sunday, leading to concerns that the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s participation at […]
Shapiro weighs in on Trump, Harris and 2028 over South Philly pizza
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Sainsbury’s share price looks 53% undervalued to me, and here’s what the market may be missing…
Image source: Getty Images J Sainsbury’s (LSE: SBRY) is down substantially from its 24 February one-year traded high of £3.61. I think this is largely due to a broader cooling in UK retail sentiment rather than anything company specific. Indeed, despite retail data coming in softer across the March-April period, Sainsbury’s released another set of […]
Oil prices nudge up from overnight lows awaiting further US-Iran developments
WTI crude is cutting losses to near $93 now, moving well off the overnight low near $89.40. Still, there is some ways to go in recovering the opening gap lower this week. Traders were more optimistic about US-Iran developments, with eyes on a framework agreement and the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. That […]
IAG shares have slumped over 10%, but is this a buying opportunity?
Image source: International Airline Group International Consolidated Airlines (LSE:IAG) have hit turbulence in 2026. Over the last three months, the stock’s slipped just over 10% as investors digest a nasty mix of surging jet fuel costs and fresh uncertainty over the global travel outlook. Yet underneath the volatility, the business is still making healthy profits. So […]
Knicks fans party like it’s 1999 after sweeping Cavaliers to cruise into NBA Finals
The New York Knicks maintained their incredible momentum by crushing the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93 to win the Eastern Conference with a 4-0 sweep and return to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999. The Knicks were far too good for a Cleveland team that lacked belief they could stage a comeback and it […]
