Author: Pritam Barman

Berkshire Hathaway earnings jumped 34% in the third quarter, powered by a sharp rebound in insurance underwriting, even as Warren Buffett kept dealmaking subdued and buybacks on pause. The cash pile swelled to a fresh record at $381.7 billion, underscoring the conglomerate’s flexibility—and Buffett’s restraint—in a higher-uncertainty market. Operating earnings reached $13.5 billion, according to company filings released Saturday. Insurance underwriting profit more than tripled during a quarter marked by unusually low disaster activity, offsetting weakness in some other lines. Net investment income slipped 13% to $3.2 billion amid lower short-term interest rates. Key numbers at a glance: “There isn’t…

AI economy now sits at the center of U.S. markets. Nvidia’s leap to a $5 trillion valuation this week—the first company to ever cross that threshold—underscored how fast artificial intelligence has become the dominant force in corporate America. Together with Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Broadcom and Meta, Nvidia is part of a group that now accounts for nearly a third of total U.S. stock market value. By itself, Nvidia represents roughly 7% of the combined market capitalization of 3,265 publicly traded U.S. companies tracked by marketcap.com. Add the other six AI-heavy giants and the total climbs to 32% of the…

AI spending set the tone for markets this week. A Federal Reserve rate cut and a dense earnings calendar were overshadowed by how decisively investors rewarded companies that paired AI spending with visible revenue growth—and how quickly they punished those that did not. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 advanced and hovered near record territory as results from America’s largest tech firms reinforced the durability of the AI trade. Investors focused less on promises and more on payoffs. AI spending remains central to strategy across the megacaps, but discipline is rising as traders look for proof that capital outlays are…

Berkshire Hathaway earnings rose sharply in the third quarter as Warren Buffett’s conglomerate amassed a record $381.7 billion in cash and equivalents, reflecting strong insurance results during a quiet catastrophe season and disciplined capital deployment. Filings released Saturday show operating earnings of $13.5 billion, up 34% year over year. The company’s insurance operations were the standout, offsetting a drop in net investment income tied to lower short‑term interest rates and a softer result at Geico. Berkshire Hathaway earnings: key numbers and takeaways Together, these figures frame Berkshire Hathaway earnings as a product of underwriting strength, cautious investing and sustained liquidity.…

Nexperia chip shipments are poised to restart after a high‑level trade pact struck by Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, according to people familiar with the matter, easing fears of a supply crunch that threatened to halt auto production in Europe and ripple across global manufacturing. The administration in Washington is preparing a fact sheet outlining the framework that would allow Nexperia BV to resume deliveries from facilities in China, the Netherlands and other locations. Beijing’s Commerce Ministry signaled it will permit exports under specified conditions, though it has not publicly detailed which product lines qualify or the eligibility requirements. If…

Stock market today opened on a split screen: Japan surged, the U.S. finished modestly higher, and Europe eased as investors weighed earnings and regional data. The pattern underscored a measured risk-on tone in parts of Asia and the U.S., with a softer close across major European benchmarks. Across regions, stock market today showed tight but telling moves. Tech-leaning U.S. gauges climbed, Japan outperformed with a strong rally, and China plus Hong Kong retreated. Europe’s biggest indexes slipped as traders balanced solid 1-year gains with near-term caution. Here are the key prints that defined the stock market today across major indices:…

Dangote refinery is producing more gasoline and diesel than Nigeria currently consumes, aligning with a government plan to introduce a 15% import duty on refined fuels to support local processing and strengthen energy security. In a statement, Dangote Group spokesman Anthony Chiejina said the refinery is “loading 45 million liters of PMS and 25 million liters of diesel daily, which exceeds Nigeria’s demand.” He added that the facility’s output “not only guarantees local supply, but also enhances energy security and reduces dependence on imports.” The policy backdrop is moving quickly. President Bola Tinubu has approved the “immediate implementation” of a…

Gold futures fell to $3,996.50 as of 12:00 AM EDT on October 31, 2025, down $19.40 or 0.48% from the prior close. The session repeatedly tested the $4,000 line, with price action rotating around that round-number level before finishing fractionally below it. The previous close stood at $4,015.90, framing a modest red day that still left the contract near the upper reaches of its multi-month range. Today’s action: open, range and settlement The Generic 1st ‘GC’ Future (GC1:COM) opened at $4,038.20 and traded between $3,982.30 and $4,059.90 during the session. After the open, the market faded and briefly undercut $4,000,…

S&P 500 Index closed at 6,840.20 on October 31, 2025, up 17.86 points or 0.26% as a late-session rebound helped the benchmark finish above the prior close of 6,822.34. The move came as the market wrapped up trading at 4:55 PM EDT, leaving the index within sight of its recent highs and capping a session marked by early weakness and a steady afternoon recovery. Today’s Close and Intraday Action for the S&P 500 Index The S&P 500 Index opened at 6,879.17, which also marked the session high. From the open, prices slipped through the morning and mid-day, touching the session…

High paying remote jobs are not disappearing in 2026—they’re stratifying. While some companies move back to the office, the most skilled professionals are landing six-figure roles they can do from anywhere. Data from leading organizations shows a clear pattern: companies enforce RTO for generalists, while simultaneously competing globally for elite, remote-first specialists. If you want to be in the top tier, this guide shows where the demand is, which roles pay $100,000+, and how to prove you’re “remote-ready” for the 2026 market. The 2026 Remote Work Paradox: Why high paying remote jobs are rising as RTO returns Reports of the…