No One Knows But Macron

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Phil Flynn
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 9:01 AM EDT
President Donald Trump says that no one knows what he will do about the insane and ridiculous Iranian nuclear accord, but he said to French President Emanuel Macron, "you have a pretty good idea."
The Pension Crisis Is Worse Than You Think

Article By:
Lance Roberts
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 8:54 AM EDT
With pension funds already wrestling with largely underfunded liabilities, the shifting demographics are further complicating funding problems.
Demographics, Housing, And The Economy

Article By:
Angry Bear
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 8:37 AM EDT
The peak in Millennial births was in 1990, after which live births leveled off. If a similar historical pattern is followed, the strong demographic tailwind in the housing market should continue through 2020.
Backtesting Four Portfolio Optimization Strategies In R

Article By:
James Picerno
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 8:30 AM EDT
Investing strategies run the gamut, but every portfolio shares a common goal: delivering optimal results.
Euro Remains Soft Ahead Of Draghi

Article By:
Marc Chandler
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 8:16 AM EDT
The euro made a marginal new low early in European turnover and held barely above the spike low on March 1 to $1.2155. So far, today is the first session since January 11 that the euro has not traded above $1.22.
ECB Keeps QE Pledge, Rates Unchanged

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Tyler Durden
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 8:11 AM EDT
We said not to expect fireworks from the ECB, and at least when it comes to the press release, this has been the case, because moments ago the European Central Bank announced no changes to either any of its three rates, or the statement itself.
CVR Refining Maybe Bold Or Only A Hold

Article By:
Fredrik Arnold
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 8:07 AM EDT
CVR Refining's price was $17.00 per share at yesterday's market close. A year ago its price was $9.05 for a gain of $7.95 per share in the past year.
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E The Canadian Dollar Has Strengthened, Partly Due To A Sunnier View Of The NAFTA Negotiations

Article By:
Arthur Donner
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 8:02 AM EDT
The Canadian dollar has received some good news lately. Commodity prices have been strengthening, especially energy prices, and of course, there has recently been a much sunnier tone concerning the outcome from the NAFTA negotiations.
In this article: FXC
The Dragon, The Riks, And The Wardrobe

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The Heisenberg Report
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 7:56 AM EDT
Well, here’s hoping the "dragon energy" is with you on Thursday. So far, it’s seemingly quiet, but speaking of “dragons,” it’s notable that China is reportedly considering slashing import duties on cars to between 10% and 15% from the current 25%.
Decentralize

Article By:
Mati Greenspan
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 7:48 AM EDT
Stock markets are rather quiet today as we await the announcement from Mario Draghi and the European Central Bank (ECB).
Sneak Peek: ECB May Show Its Unhappiness On Strong Euro

Article By:
Fullerton Markets
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 7:42 AM EDT
n ECB’s press conference in Frankfurt later tonight, Draghi will have the chance to restate his case for a prudent approach towards ending bond purchases while reaffirming the positive outlook for the region’s economy.
In this article: FXE
Sensex Ends Day In Green; IT, FMCG Stocks Rally

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Equitymaster India
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 7:34 AM EDT
At the closing bell, the BSE Sensex stood higher by 212 points (up 0.6%) and the NSE Nifty closed up by 47 points (up 0.4%). The BSE Mid Cap index ended the day down 0.1%, while the BSE Small Cap index ended the day up by 0.3%.
Shell's Solid Q1 Earnings Led By Higher Oil Prices

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Zacks Investment Research
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Thursday, April 26, 2018 7:19 AM EDT
Europe’s largest oil company Royal Dutch Shell plc reported earnings per ADS (on a current cost of supplies basis, excluding items – the market’s preferred measure) of $1.28.
In this article: RDS-A