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Wall Street stocks were little changed on Thursday while Asian equities rose in thin Boxing Day trade, extending their "Santa Claus Rally" with several bourses still shut for the holiday. Japan's Nikkei index closed up 1.1 percent, boosted by comments from the Bank of Japan governor and share price gains for top-selling automaker Toyota. China's plans for massive bond issuances in 2025 also bolstered investor sentiment. "Even though many in the region are still shaking off a bit of a holiday hangover, with several markets closed for Boxing Day, Asian stocks opened higher, riding a favorable wave from China's financial bond juggernaut," said Stephen Innes from SPI Asset Management. In New York, major indices veered in and out of positive territory in a sleepy post-Christmas session. The broad-based S&P 500 finished down less than 0.1 percent. Large technology companies that have led the market in much of 2024 mostly took a breather. These included Netflix, Tesla and Amazon, all of which declined. "What's interesting today is that we're seeing small stocks bounce back a little bit," said Steve Sosnick of Interactive Brokers, noting that the Russell 2000 index put on 0.9 percent. Holiday consumer data showed a 3.8-percent increase in US retail spending from November 1 to December 24, according to a Mastercard SpendingPulse review of a key period for retailers. London Stockton, an analyst at Ned Davis Research, noted that the "Santa Claus rally could still be alive, with strong seasonality into the end of the year." Stock markets have traditionally fared well in the last five trading days of the year and the first two in the new year, a trend known as the "Santa Claus rally." Among a number of possible reasons advanced by experts include the festive holiday mood and purchasing ahead of the end of the tax year. Innes said remarks from Bank of Japan governor Kazuo Ueda in which he refrained from signaling a potential interest rate hike next month also "influenced bullish regional sentiments." Japanese market heavyweight Toyota ended nearly six percent higher after reports in the Nikkei business daily said it aimed to double its return on equity -- a key measure of a company's financial performance. New York - Dow: UP 0.1 percent at 43,325.80 (close) New York - S&P 500: DOWN less than 0.1 percent at 6,037.59 (close) New York - Nasdaq: DOWN 0.1 percent at 20,020.36 (close) Tokyo - Nikkei 225: UP 1.1 percent at 39,568.06 points (close) Hang Seng: UP 1.1 percent at 20,098.29 points (Tuesday close) Shanghai - Composite: UP 0.1 percent at 3,398.08 points (close) Euro/dollar: UP at $1.0424 from $1.0414 on Tuesday Pound/dollar: DOWN at $1.2526 from $1.2538 Dollar/yen: UP at 158.00 yen from 157.06 yen Euro/pound: UP at 83.19 pence from 83.05 pence West Texas Intermediate: DOWN 0.7 percent at $69.62 per barrel Brent North Sea Crude: DOWN 0.4 percent at $73.26 per barrel bur-jmb/aha
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Headed South for Winter? 5 Tips for Snowbirds About to Take FlightWith Easter Sunday falling on April 20 next year, customers shared their confusion on social media after finding chocolate eggs and hot cross buns already for sale in shops including Morrisons, Tesco and Asda. One user, @Jingle1991, shared an image of Malteser Bunnies in Sainsbury’s on Christmas Eve and pointed out: “Jesus hasn’t even been born yet.” Meanwhile, Gary Evans from Margate shared a shot of Creme Eggs on display in Morrisons in Margate on Boxing Day. “I just think its crazy that everything is so superficial and meaninglessly commercial... (there’s) something quite frantic about it,” the 66-year-old told the PA news agency. No Shame.Morrisons.Easter eggs.Boxing Day. December 26th.Peace on Earth pic.twitter.com/slGoIjOpRq — Gary Evans (@GaryEva04679693) December 26, 2024 Joseph Robinson found Easter confectionary including Cadbury Mini Eggs, and themed Kit-Kat and Kinder Surprise products at his local Morrisons in Stoke-on-Trent on Friday evening. “It’s funny, as they’ve not even managed to shift the Christmas chocolates off the shelves yet and they’re already stocking for Easter,” the 35-year-old admin support worker told PA. “I wish that Supermarkets weren’t so blatantly consumerist-driven and would actually allow customers and staff a time to decompress during the Christmas period.” @Morrisons It's not even a full 2025 and you're already stocking for easter.Kindly get in the bin pic.twitter.com/kLS7DGSRXt — Joseph (@stokegoblin) December 27, 2024 Asked if he was tempted to make a purchase, Mr Robinson added: “As a vegan it holds no appeal to me!” Mike Chalmers, a devout Christian from Chippenham, Wiltshire, was slightly less critical after spotting a display entitled: “Celebrate this Easter with Cadbury.” Easter is for life, not just for Christmas(Photo today in Morrisons!) pic.twitter.com/VmdJ31La9r — Mike Chalmers (@realMChalmers) December 27, 2024 “Christmas and Easter are the two centrepoints of the Christian good news story so it’s no bad thing to see the connections,” the 44-year-old said. “It’s about more than shapes of chocolate though!” Marketing consultant Andrew Wallis admitted he was surprised to see Easter eggs in the Co-op in Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire, but added it also illustrates “forward-thinking” from big businesses. Christmas isn’t even over, and Easter eggs are already on the shelves. Say what you want about it—but big brands don’t wait. They plan ahead and act fast. Are you doing the same? Your future self will thank you pic.twitter.com/Sl9qd7sOGS — andrewwallis (@andrewwallis) December 27, 2024 “It made me reflect on how big brands are always thinking ahead and planning early,” the 54-year-old from the Isle of Man, who provides marketing advice to the fitness industry, told PA. “My message to retailers would be: while planning ahead is important, it’s also essential to be mindful of consumer sentiment. “Some might feel it’s too early for seasonal products like this but others might see it as a sign of forward-thinking. “Striking the right balance is key to keeping customers happy.”
To say that Amazon.com ( AMZN -1.45% ) has been a successful investment over the years would be a major understatement. Since it went public in 1997, Amazon has delivered a 233,100% gain for investors. It isn't just the earliest investors who have been big winners here. Even if you had been "late to the party" and bought Amazon shares a decade ago, the value of your investment would have multiplied by more than 15. So, while there's no way to know exactly how many investors have built life-changing wealth with Amazon stock, it's fair to say that Amazon has made many long-term investors millionaires over the years. However, I don't necessarily think it's too late to buy Amazon, even today. There's a lot to like about the company's future potential, even with a $2.4 trillion market cap. Lots of growth potential on both sides There are two main components of Amazon's business : the e-commerce platform and the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud-infrastructure side. And both have lots of room to grow. The bulk of Amazon's revenue (at least for now) comes from e-commerce. Sales grew by 9% year over year in North America and 12% internationally to a total of about $131.5 billion in the latest quarter. However, it's important to know that e-commerce still represents just about 16% of all U.S. retail sales, and this continues to steadily climb. In some of the international markets where Amazon operates, the e-commerce penetration rate is even lower. Speaking of international business, it is worth mentioning that more than 70% of Amazon's e-commerce business still comes from North America. So, there's far more potential to grow internationally than you might expect. When it comes to AWS, the sky is the limit. AWS currently accounts for about 17% of the company's revenue but is the fastest growing and most profitable part of the business. It grew by 19% year over year in the third quarter, and although it only made up 17% of the sales, it contributed 60% of Amazon's operating income. Even this could be just a starting point. According to Fortune Business Insights, the cloud-computing market is expected to more than triple in size by 2032 compared with 2024. If AWS can even maintain its current market share, it could become a much larger profit driver in the years ahead. A focus on profitability When Andy Jassy took over as CEO in mid-2021, he made it a priority to focus on the efficiency of Amazon's business , and investors have been rewarded with growing margins. Over the past five years alone, Amazon's operating margin has nearly doubled. In the most recent quarter, Amazon's net income per share increased by 44% year over year, and trailing-12-month free cash flow grew by a staggering 123%. In short, profitability continues to improve, and there's no reason to believe it will level off just yet. So, while 39 times forward earnings might seem like an expensive price to pay, the combination of growth potential and margin expansion could make the stock a better value than you might think. The bottom line Amazon is a great example of a stock that many investors don't consider a "growth story" anymore simply because of how large the business has become. And to be fair, it's easy to see why some see limited upside potential given Amazon's massive presence in the daily lives of millions of people. However, Amazon has more room to grow than you might think. It isn't exactly a cheap stock, but when you consider where things might stand in a decade or so, it could be well worth the cost.'It's just not fair': Retirees speak out on being excluded from federal rebate chequesOne person is dead after a single-vehicle crash on Highway 417 near Arnprior. Emergency crews responded to the crash in the eastbound lanes on the highway at Campbell Drive Thursday afternoon. Renfrew paramedics say the crash involved a single vehicle with one occupant inside. Ontario Provincial Police confirmed just after 9 p.m. that the driver of the vehicle was pronounced dead. The investigation is ongoing. Highway 417 is open for vehicles on Friday. Shopping Trends The Shopping Trends team is independent of the journalists at CTV News. We may earn a commission when you use our links to shop. Read about us. 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The World Cup may be over a year away, but the road to 2026 kicks off for real this Friday, December 13, (Friday the 13th) when Europe’s teams discover their qualifying fates. The draw takes place in Zurich at 12PM (noon) Spanish time, with fans on tenterhooks to see who their national teams will face. So, what’s new about this year’s format, and how will it all unfold? New World Cup rules, new rivalries In a shake-up for the ages, the European qualifiers have been revamped to match the expanded 48-team World Cup, set to be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Europe’s 16 spots are up for grabs through a streamlined 12-group system, with some intriguing twists. Six groups will feature five teams, while the other six will have only four. It’s simple: finish top of your group, and you’re booking a ticket to North America. Come second? You’ll enter a nerve-shredding play-off alongside four Nations League hopefuls, with just four tickets available for those 16 teams. Most Read on Euro Weekly News Football World Cup 2026 Draw: Friday’s Big Draw- New rules, new rivalries Spanish banks will be forced to report every penny December's cosmic gift: Cold Moon and meteor showers to light up Spanish skies! Seeds of excitement: Where will your team land? The seeding system adds another layer of drama. Each group will include teams from pots ranked by their performances. Here’s the breakdown: Pot 1: Heavyweights like Spain, Germany, England, Portugal, France, Italy, and the Netherlands, are joined by Denmark, Croatia, Belgium, Switzerland, and Austria. Pot 2: These are the dark horses; Ukraine, Sweden, Turkey, Wales, Hungary, Serbia, Poland, Greece, Romania, Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Norway. Pot 3: Scotland, Slovenia, Republic of Ireland, Albania, North Macedonia, Georgia, Finland, Iceland, Northern Ireland, Montenegro, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and Israel could spring surprises. Pot 4: Teams like Bulgaria, Luxembourg, Kosovo, Belarus, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Estonia, Cyprus, Faroe Islands, Latvia, and Lithuania could be wildcards. Pot 5: Football minnows Moldova, Malta, Andorra, Gibraltar, Liechtenstein, and San Marino look to shock the big boys. The draw starts with Pot 1 teams assigned to groups before moving sequentially down the pots. However, restrictions are in place: political tensions mean Ukraine won’t face Belarus, and Kosovo must avoid Serbia. Four-team groups: The Nations League twist The Nations League adds an extra wrinkle to the mix. Four of its quarter-finalists will occupy spots in the four-team groups, ensuring fewer fixtures due to their packed calendars. Scotland and the Republic of Ireland, part of the play-offs, are prime candidates for these groups. Meanwhile, England are expected to land in a five-team group. Weather woes and travel troubles To avoid frozen pitches, only two of Europe’s coldest nations – such as Finland and Iceland – can share a group. Long-haul journeys for teams like Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan are also limited. Mark your calendars Qualifiers kick off in March 2025, with games spaced across five international breaks. Four-team groups get a later start, with matches beginning in September. The play-offs – for those holding on to their World Cup dreams by a thread- take place in March 2026. The final countdown The tournament itself begins on June 11, 2026, in Mexico City, culminating in a July 19 final in New Jersey. For the first time ever , 48 teams will battle it out in 12 groups, followed by a thrilling last-32 knockout stage. As fans gear up for the big reveal, the road to 2026 promises a bucket-load of drama. Find more news in English from around Spain . Read more news in English from around Europe .
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( MENAFN - EIN Presswire) Australian Bloggers Australia Day Event Hire Australian lifestyle site Blog Chicks confirmed they will commence publishing a series of features on tips for organising Australia Day events. Diane Muller Blog Chicks email us here Visit us on social media: Instagram Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above. MENAFN26122024003118003196ID1109033740 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.A metaphor for sacrifice for the country and the peopleIsrael's attorney general has ordered police to investigate allegations Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's wife harassed political opponents and witnesses in her husband's corruption trial. The Israeli Justice Ministry made the announcement in a terse message late on Thursday, saying the investigation would focus on a recent report by the Uvda investigative program into Sara Netanyahu. The program uncovered a trove of WhatsApp messages in which Sara Netanyahu appears to instruct a former aide to organise protests against political opponents and to intimidate Hadas Klein, a key witness in the trial. The announcement did not mention Sara Netanyahu by name and the Justice Ministry declined further comment. But in a video released earlier on Thursday, Benjamin Netanyahu listed what he said were the many kind and charitable acts by his wife and blasted the Uvda report as "lies". "My opponents on the left and in the media found a new-old target. They mercilessly attack my wife, Sara," he said. He called the program "false propaganda, nasty propaganda that brings up lies from the darkness". It was the latest in a long line of legal troubles for the Netanyahus — highlighted by the prime minister's ongoing corruption trial. Netanyahu is charged with fraud, breach of trust and accepting bribes in a series of cases alleging he exchanged favours with powerful media moguls and wealthy associates. Netanyahu denies the charges and says he is the victim of a "witch hunt" by overzealous prosecutors, police and the media. The report obtained correspondence between Sara Netanyahu and Hanni Bleiweiss, a former aide to the prime minister who died of cancer last year. The messages indicated that Sara Netanyahu encouraged police to crack down violently on anti-government protesters and ordered Bleiweiss to organise protests against her husband's critics. She also told Bleiweiss to get activists in Netanyahu's Likud party to publish attacks on Klein. Klein is an aide to billionaire Hollywood mogul Arnon Milchan and has testified in the corruption case about her role in delivering tens of thousands of dollars worth of champagne, cigars and gifts to Netanyahu for her boss. According to the report, Sara Netanyahu mistreated Bleiweiss, prompting her to share the messages with a reporter shortly before her death. Sara Netanyahu has been accused of abusive behaviour toward her personal staff before. This, together with accusations of excessive spending and using public money for her own extravagant personal tastes, has earned her an image as being out of touch with everyday Israelis. In 2019, she was fined for misusing state funds.
Wall Street stocks were little changed on Thursday while Asian equities rose in thin Boxing Day trade, extending their "Santa Claus Rally" with several bourses still shut for the holiday. Japan's Nikkei index closed up 1.1 percent, boosted by comments from the Bank of Japan governor and share price gains for top-selling automaker Toyota. China's plans for massive bond issuances in 2025 also bolstered investor sentiment. "Even though many in the region are still shaking off a bit of a holiday hangover, with several markets closed for Boxing Day, Asian stocks opened higher, riding a favorable wave from China's financial bond juggernaut," said Stephen Innes from SPI Asset Management. In New York, major indices veered in and out of positive territory in a sleepy post-Christmas session. The broad-based S&P 500 finished down less than 0.1 percent. Large technology companies that have led the market in much of 2024 mostly took a breather. These included Netflix, Tesla and Amazon, all of which declined. "What's interesting today is that we're seeing small stocks bounce back a little bit," said Steve Sosnick of Interactive Brokers, noting that the Russell 2000 index put on 0.9 percent. Holiday consumer data showed a 3.8-percent increase in US retail spending from November 1 to December 24, according to a Mastercard SpendingPulse review of a key period for retailers. London Stockton, an analyst at Ned Davis Research, noted that the "Santa Claus rally could still be alive, with strong seasonality into the end of the year." Stock markets have traditionally fared well in the last five trading days of the year and the first two in the new year, a trend known as the "Santa Claus rally." Among a number of possible reasons advanced by experts include the festive holiday mood and purchasing ahead of the end of the tax year. Innes said remarks from Bank of Japan governor Kazuo Ueda in which he refrained from signaling a potential interest rate hike next month also "influenced bullish regional sentiments." Japanese market heavyweight Toyota ended nearly six percent higher after reports in the Nikkei business daily said it aimed to double its return on equity -- a key measure of a company's financial performance. New York - Dow: UP 0.1 percent at 43,325.80 (close) New York - S&P 500: DOWN less than 0.1 percent at 6,037.59 (close) New York - Nasdaq: DOWN 0.1 percent at 20,020.36 (close) Tokyo - Nikkei 225: UP 1.1 percent at 39,568.06 points (close) Hang Seng: UP 1.1 percent at 20,098.29 points (Tuesday close) Shanghai - Composite: UP 0.1 percent at 3,398.08 points (close) Euro/dollar: UP at $1.0424 from $1.0414 on Tuesday Pound/dollar: DOWN at $1.2526 from $1.2538 Dollar/yen: UP at 158.00 yen from 157.06 yen Euro/pound: UP at 83.19 pence from 83.05 pence West Texas Intermediate: DOWN 0.7 percent at $69.62 per barrel Brent North Sea Crude: DOWN 0.4 percent at $73.26 per barrel bur-jmb/ahaStock indexes drifted to a mixed finish on Wall Street as some heavyweight technology and communications sector stocks offset gains elsewhere in the market. The S&P 500 slipped less than 0.1% Thursday, its first loss after three straight gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.1%, and the Nasdaq composite fell 0.1%. Gains by retailers and health care stocks helped temper the losses. Trading volume was lighter than usual as U.S. markets reopened following the Christmas holiday. The Labor Department reported that U.S. applications for unemployment benefits held steady last week, though continuing claims rose to the highest level in three years. Treasury yields fell in the bond market. On Thursday: The S&P 500 fell 2.45 points, or 0.04%, to 6,037.59. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 28.77 points, or 0.1%, to 43,325.80. The Nasdaq composite fell 10.77 points, or 1%, to 19,764.89. The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies rose 20.34 points, or 0.9%, to 2,280.19. For the week: The S&P 500 is up 106.74 points, or 1.80%. The Dow is up 485.54 points, or 1.1%. The Nasdaq is up 447.76 points, or 2.3%. The Russell 2000 is up 37.82 points, or 1.7%. For the year: The S&P 500 is up 1,267.76 points, or 26.6%. The Dow is up 5,636.26, or 15%. The Nasdaq is up 5,009.01 points, or 33.4%. The Russell 2000 is up 253.12 points, or 12.5%.
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