stock_news.csv

Date,News,Open,High,Low,Close,Volume,Label
2019-01-02," The tech sector experienced a significant decline in the aftermarket following Apple's Q1 revenue warning. Notable suppliers, including Skyworks, Broadcom, Lumentum, Qorvo, and TSMC, saw their stocks drop in response to Apple's downward revision of its revenue expectations for the quarter, previously announced in January.",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,-1
2019-01-02," Apple lowered its fiscal Q1 revenue guidance to $84 billion from earlier estimates of $89-$93 billion due to weaker than expected iPhone sales. The announcement caused a significant drop in Apple's stock price and negatively impacted related suppliers, leading to broader market declines for tech indices such as Nasdaq 10",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,-1
2019-01-02," Apple cut its fiscal first quarter revenue forecast from $89-$93 billion to $84 billion due to weaker demand in China and fewer iPhone upgrades. CEO Tim Cook also mentioned constrained sales of Airpods and Macbooks. Apple's shares fell 8.5% in post market trading, while Asian suppliers like Hon",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,-1
2019-01-02," This news article reports that yields on long-dated U.S. Treasury securities hit their lowest levels in nearly a year on January 2, 2019, due to concerns about the health of the global economy following weak economic data from China and Europe, as well as the partial U.S. government shutdown. Apple",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,-1
2019-01-02," Apple's revenue warning led to a decline in USD JPY pair and a gain in Japanese yen, as investors sought safety in the highly liquid currency. Apple's underperformance in Q1, with forecasted revenue of $84 billion compared to analyst expectations of $91.5 billion, triggered risk aversion mood in markets",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,-1
2019-01-02,"Apple CEO Tim Cook discussed the company's Q1 warning on CNBC, attributing US-China trade tensions as a factor. Despite not mentioning iPhone unit sales specifically, Cook indicated Apple may comment on them again. Services revenue is projected to exceed $10.8 billion in Q1. Cook also addressed the lack of",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,0
2019-01-02," Roku Inc has announced plans to offer premium video channels on a subscription basis through its free streaming service, The Roku Channel. Partners include CBS Corp's Showtime, Lionsgate's Starz, and Viacom Inc's Noggin. This model follows Amazon's successful Channels business, which generated an estimated",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,1
2019-01-02," Wall Street saw modest gains on Wednesday but were threatened by fears of a global economic slowdown following Apple's shocking revenue forecast cut, blaming weak demand in China. The tech giant's suppliers and S&P 500 futures also suffered losses. Reports of decelerating factory activity in China and the euro zone",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,-1
2019-01-02," Apple's fiscal first quarter revenue came in below analysts' estimates at around $84 billion, a significant drop from the forecasted range of $89-$93 billion. The tech giant attributed the shortfall to lower iPhone revenue and upgrades, as well as weakness in emerging markets. Several brokerages had already reduced their production estimates",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,-1
2019-01-02," Apple Inc. lowered its quarterly sales forecast for the fiscal first quarter, underperforming analysts' expectations due to slowing Chinese economy and trade tensions. The news sent Apple shares tumbling and affected Asia-listed suppliers like Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, and LG Innot",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,-1
2019-01-02," The Australian dollar experienced significant volatility on Thursday, plunging to multi-year lows against major currencies due to automated selling, liquidity issues, and a drought of trades. The largest intra-day falls in the Aussie's history occurred amid violent movements in AUD/JPY and AUD/",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,0
2019-01-02," In early Asian trading on Thursday, the Japanese yen surged as the U.S. dollar and Australian dollar collapsed in thin markets due to massive stop loss sales triggered by Apple's earnings warning of sluggish iPhone sales in China and risk aversion. The yen reached its lowest levels against the U.S. dollar since March ",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,-1
2019-01-02," The dollar fell from above 109 to 106.67 after Apple's revenue warning, while the 10-year Treasury yield also dropped to 2.61%. This followed money flowing into US government paper. Apple's shares and U.S. stock index futures declined, with the NAS",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,-1
2019-01-02," RBC Capital maintains its bullish stance on Apple, keeping its Outperform rating and $220 price target. However, analyst Amit Daryanani warns of ongoing iPhone demand concerns, which could impact pricing power and segmentation efforts if severe. He suggests potential capital allocation adjustments if the stock underperforms for several quarters",41.740002,42.244999,41.482498,40.246914,130672400,0
2019-01-03," Oil prices dropped on Thursday as investor sentiment remained affected by China's economic slowdown and turmoil in stock and currency markets. US WTI Crude Oil fell by $2.10 to $45.56 a barrel, while International Brent Oil was down $1.20 at $54.26",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," In this news article, investors' concerns about a slowing Chinese and global economy, amplified by Apple's revenue warning, led to a significant surge in the Japanese yen. The yen reached its biggest one-day rise in 20 months, with gains of over 4% versus the dollar. This trend was driven by automated",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," In Asia, gold prices rose to over six-month highs on concerns of a global economic slowdown and stock market volatility. Apple lowered its revenue forecast for the first quarter, leading Asian stocks to decline and safe haven assets like gold and Japanese yen to gain. Data showed weakened factory activity in Asia, particularly China, adding to",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,1
2019-01-03," Fears of a global economic slowdown led to a decline in the US dollar on Thursday, as the yen gained ground due to its status as a safe haven currency. The USD index slipped below 96, and USD JPY dropped to 107.61, while the yen strengthened by 4.4%.",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,0
2019-01-03," In Thursday trading, long-term US Treasury yields dropped significantly below 2.6%, reaching levels not seen in over a year, as investors shifted funds from stocks to bonds following Apple's warning of decreased revenue due to emerging markets and China's impact on corporate profits, with the White House advisor adding to concerns of earnings down",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," Gold prices have reached their highest level since mid-June, with the yellow metal hitting $1,291.40 per ounce due to investor concerns over a slowing economy and Apple's bearish revenue outlook. Saxo Bank analyst Ole Hansen predicts gold may reach $1,300 sooner",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,0
2019-01-03," Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives lowered his price target for Apple from $275 to $200 due to concerns over potential iPhone sales stagnation, with an estimated 750 million active iPhones worldwide that could cease growing or even decline. He maintains an Outperform rating and remains bullish on the long",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," Oil prices rebounded on Thursday due to dollar weakness, signs of output cuts by Saudi Arabia, and weaker fuel oil margins leading Riyadh to lower February prices for heavier crude grades sold to Asia. The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) led by Saudi Arabia and other producers",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,1
2019-01-03," This news article reports on the impact of Apple's Q1 revenue warning on several tech and biotech stocks. Sesen Bio (SESN) and Prana Biotechnology (PRAN) saw their stock prices drop by 28% and 11%, respectively, following the announcement. Mellanox Technologies (ML",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,0
2019-01-03," Gold prices reached within $5 of $1,300 on Thursday as weak stock markets and a slumping dollar drove investors towards safe-haven assets. The U.S. stock market fell about 2%, with Apple's rare profit warning adding to investor unease. COMEX gold futures settled at $1",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,0
2019-01-03," The FDIC Chair, Jelena McWilliams, expressed no concern over market volatility affecting the U.S banking system due to banks' ample capital. She also mentioned a review of the CAMELS rating system used to evaluate bank health for potential inconsistencies and concerns regarding forum shopping. This review comes from industry",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," Apple cut its quarterly revenue forecast for the first time in over 15 years due to weak iPhone sales in China, representing around 20% of Apple's revenue. This marks a significant downturn during Tim Cook's tenure and reflects broader economic concerns in China exacerbated by trade tensions with the US. U",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," Goldman analyst Rod Hall lowered his price target for Apple from $182 to $140, citing potential risks to the tech giant's 2019 numbers due to uncertainties in Chinese demand. He reduced his revenue estimate for the year by $6 billion and EPS forecast by $1.54",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,0
2019-01-03," Delta Air Lines lowered its fourth-quarter revenue growth forecast to a range of 3% from the previous estimate of 3% to 5%. Earnings per share are now expected to be $1.25 to $1.30. The slower pace of improvement in late December was unexpected, and Delta cited this as",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,0
2019-01-03," Apple's profit warning has significantly impacted the stock market and changed the outlook for interest rates. The chance of a rate cut in May has increased to 15-16% from just 3%, according to Investing com's Fed Rate Monitor Tool. There is even a 1% chance of two cuts in May.",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," The White House advisor, Kevin Hassett, stated that a decline in Chinese economic growth would negatively impact U.S. firm profits but recover once a trade deal is reached between Washington and Beijing. He also noted that Asian economies, including China, have been experiencing significant slowdowns since last spring due to U.S. tariffs",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," The White House economic adviser, Kevin Hassett, warned that more companies could face earnings downgrades due to ongoing trade negotiations between the U.S. and China, leading to a decline in oil prices on Thursday. WTI crude fell 44 cents to $44.97 a barrel, while Brent crude inched",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," Japanese stocks suffered significant losses on the first trading day of 2019, with the Nikkei 225 and Topix indices both falling over 3 percent. Apple's revenue forecast cut, citing weak iPhone sales in China, triggered global growth concerns and sent technology shares tumbling. The S&P 50",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," Investors withdrew a record $98 billion from U.S. stock funds in December, with fears of aggressive monetary policy and an economic slowdown driving risk reduction. The S&P 500 fell 9% last month, with some seeing declines as a buying opportunity. Apple's warning of weak iPhone sales added",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," Apple's Q1 revenue guidance cut, resulting from weaker demand in China, led to an estimated $3.8 billion paper loss for Berkshire Hathaway due to its $252 million stake in Apple. This news, coupled with broad market declines, caused a significant $21.4 billion decrease in Berk",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," This news article reports that a cybersecurity researcher, Wish Wu, planned to present at the Black Hat Asia hacking conference on how to bypass Apple's Face ID biometric security on iPhones. However, his employer, Ant Financial, which operates Alipay and uses facial recognition technologies including Face ID, asked him to withdraw",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,0
2019-01-03," OPEC's production cuts faced uncertainty as oil prices were influenced by volatile stock markets, specifically due to Apple's lowered revenue forecast and global economic slowdown fears. US WTI and Brent crude both saw gains, but these were checked by stock market declines. Shale production is expected to continue impacting the oil market in",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,0
2019-01-03," Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway suffered significant losses in the fourth quarter due to declines in Apple, its largest common stock investment. Apple cut its revenue forecast, causing a 5-6% decrease in Berkshire's Class A shares. The decline resulted in potential unrealized investment losses and could push Berk",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,0
2019-01-03," This news article reports that on Thursday, the two-year Treasury note yield dropped below the Federal Reserve's effective rate for the first time since 2008. The market move suggests investors believe the Fed will not be able to continue tightening monetary policy. The drop in yields was attributed to a significant decline in U.S",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-03," The U.S. and China will hold their first face-to-face trade talks since agreeing to a 90-day truce in their trade war last month. Deputy U.S. Trade Representative Jeffrey Gerrish will lead the U.S. delegation for negotiations on Jan. 7 and 8,",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,1
2019-01-03," Investors bought gold in large quantities due to concerns over a global economic slowdown, increased uncertainty in the stock market, and potential Fed rate hikes. The precious metal reached its highest price since June, with gold ETF holdings also seeing significant increases. Factors contributing to this demand include economic downturn, central bank policy mistakes, and",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,1
2019-01-03," Delta Air Lines Inc reported lower-than-expected fourth quarter unit revenue growth, citing weaker than anticipated late bookings and increased competition. The carrier now expects total revenue per available seat mile to rise about 3 percent in the period, down from its earlier forecast of 3.5 percent growth. Fuel prices are also expected to",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,0
2019-01-03," U.S. stocks experienced significant declines on Thursday as the S&P 500 dropped over 2%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell nearly 3%, and the Nasdaq Composite lost approximately 3% following a warning of weak revenue from Apple and indications of slowing U.S. factory activity, raising concerns",43.57,43.787498,43.2225,42.470604,103544800,-1
2019-01-04," President Trump expressed optimism over potential trade talks with China, citing China's current economic weakness as a potential advantage for the US. This sentiment was echoed by recent reports of weakened demand for Apple iPhones in China, raising concerns about the overall health of the Chinese economy. The White House is expected to take a strong stance in",47.91,47.919998,47.095001,46.419842,111448000,0
2019-01-04," Qualcomm secured a court order in Germany banning the sale of some iPhone models due to patent infringement, leading Apple to potentially remove these devices from its stores. However, third-party resellers like Gravis continue selling the affected iPhones. This is the third major effort by Qualcomm to ban Apple's iPhones glob",47.91,47.919998,47.095001,46.419842,111448000,0
2019-01-04," Oil prices rose on Friday in Asia as China confirmed trade talks with the U.S., with WTI gaining 0.7% to $47.48 and Brent increasing 0.7% to $56.38 a barrel. The gains came after China's Commerce Ministry announced that deputy U.S. Trade",47.91,47.919998,47.095001,46.419842,111448000,0
2019-01-04," Gold prices surged past the psychologically significant level of $1,300 per ounce in Asia on Friday due to growing concerns over a potential global economic downturn. The rise in gold was attributed to weak PMI data from China and Apple's reduced quarterly sales forecast. Investors viewed gold as a safe haven asset amidst",47.91,47.919998,47.095001,46.419842,111448000,-1
2019-01-04," In an internal memo, Huawei's Chen Lifang reprimanded two employees for sending a New Year greeting on the company's official Twitter account using an iPhone instead of a Huawei device. The incident caused damage to the brand and was described as a ""blunder"" in the memo. The mistake occurred due to",47.91,47.919998,47.095001,46.419842,111448000,0
2019-01-04," This news article reports on the positive impact of trade war talks between Beijing and Washington on European stock markets, specifically sectors sensitive to the trade war such as carmakers, industrials, mining companies, and banking. Stocks rallied with mining companies leading the gains due to copper price recovery. Bayer shares climbed despite a potential ruling restricting",47.91,47.919998,47.095001,46.419842,111448000,1
2019-01-04,"Amazon has sold over 100 million devices with its Alexa digital assistant, according to The Verge. The company is cautious about releasing hardware sales figures and did not disclose holiday numbers for the Echo Dot. Over 150 products feature Alexa, and more than 28,000 smart home",47.91,47.919998,47.095001,46.419842,111448000,0
2019-01-04,"The Supreme Court will review Broadcom's appeal in a shareholder lawsuit over the 2015 acquisition of Emulex. The case hinges on whether intent to defraud is required for such lawsuits, and the decision could extend beyond the Broadcom suit. An Emulex investor filed a class action lawsuit",47.91,47.919998,47.095001,46.419842,111448000,-1
2019-01-04," The Chinese central bank announced a fifth reduction in the required reserve ratio (RRR) for banks, freeing up approximately 116.5 billion yuan for new lending. This follows mounting concerns about China's economic health amid slowing domestic demand and U.S. tariffs on exports. Premier Li Keqiang",47.91,47.919998,47.095001,46.419842,111448000,0
2019-01-04,"The stock market rebounded strongly on Friday following positive news about US-China trade talks, a better-than-expected jobs report, and dovish comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose over 746 points, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Com",47.91,47.919998,47.095001,46.419842,111448000,1
2019-01-07," Sprint and Samsung plan to release 5G smartphones in nine U.S. cities this summer, with Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, New York City, Phoenix, and Washington D.C. being the initial locations. Rival Verizon also announced similar plans for the first half of 20",50.7925,51.122501,50.162498,49.11079,109012000,1
2019-01-07," AMS, an Austrian tech company listed in Switzerland and a major supplier to Apple, has developed a light and infrared proximity sensor that can be placed behind a smartphone's screen. This allows for a larger display area by reducing the required space for sensors. AMS provides optical sensors for 3D facial recognition features on Apple",50.7925,51.122501,50.162498,49.11079,109012000,0
2019-01-07," Deutsche Bank upgraded Vivendi's Universal Music Group valuation from €20 billion to €29 billion, surpassing the market cap of Vivendi at €28.3 billion. The bank anticipates music streaming revenue to reach €21 billion in 2023 and identifies potential suitors for",50.7925,51.122501,50.162498,49.11079,109012000,0
2019-01-07," Amazon's stock is predicted to surge by over 20% by the end of this year, according to a new report from Pivotal Research. Senior analyst Brian Wieser initiated coverage on the stock with a buy rating and a year-end price target of $1,920. The growth potential for Amazon lies primarily in",50.7925,51.122501,50.162498,49.11079,109012000,1
2019-01-07,"AMS, an Austrian sensor specialist, is partnering with Chinese software maker Face to develop new 3D facial recognition features for smartphones. This move comes as AMS aims to reduce its dependence on Apple and boost its battered shares. AMS provides optical sensors for Apple's 3D facial recognition feature on iPhones,",50.7925,51.122501,50.162498,49.11079,109012000,1
2019-01-07," Geely, China's most successful carmaker, forecasts flat sales for 2019 due to economic slowdown and cautious consumers. In 2018, it posted a 20% sales growth, but missed its target of 1.58 million cars by around 5%. Sales dropped 44",50.7925,51.122501,50.162498,49.11079,109012000,0
2019-01-07," China is making sincere efforts to address U.S. concerns and resolve the ongoing trade war, including lowering taxes on automobile imports and implementing a law banning forced technology transfers. However, Beijing cannot and should not dismantle its governance model as some in Trump's administration have demanded. Former Goldman Sachs China",50.7925,51.122501,50.162498,49.11079,109012000,0
2019-01-07," Stock index futures indicate a slightly lower open on Wall Street Monday, as investors remain cautious amid lack of progress in U.S.-China trade talks and political risks from the ongoing government shutdown. Dow futures were flat, S&P 500 dipped 0.13%, while Nasdaq 10",50.7925,51.122501,50.162498,49.11079,109012000,0
2019-01-07," Qualcomm, a leading chipmaker, has announced an expansion of its lineup of car computing chips into three tiers - entry-level, Performance, Premiere, and Paramount. This move is aimed at catering to various price points in the automotive market, similar to its smartphone offerings. The company has reported a backlog",50.7925,51.122501,50.162498,49.11079,109012000,0
2019-01-07," The stock market showed minimal changes at the open as investors await trade talks progress between the U.S. and China. The S&P 500 dropped 0.04%, Dow lost 0.23%, but Nasdaq gained 0.2%. The ISM services index, expected to be released at 1",50.7925,51.122501,50.162498,49.11079,109012000,0
2019-01-08," The article suggests that some economists believe the US economy may have reached its peak growth rate, making the euro a potentially bullish investment. The EUR/USD exchange rate has held steady despite weak Eurozone data due to dollar weakness and stagnant interest rate expectations in Europe. However, concerns over economic growth are emerging due to sell",53.474998,54.5075,51.685001,50.787209,216071600,-1
2019-01-08," The Chinese smartphone market, the world's largest, saw a decline of 12-15.5 percent in shipments last year with December experiencing a 17 percent slump, according to China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) and market research firm Canalys. This follows a 4 percent drop in ship",53.474998,54.5075,51.685001,50.787209,216071600,0
2019-01-08,"Austrian tech firm AT S lowered its revenue growth forecast for 2018/19 due to weak demand from smartphone makers and the automotive industry. The company now anticipates a 3% increase in sales from last year's €991.8 million, down from its previous projection of a 6-",53.474998,54.5075,51.685001,50.787209,216071600,0
2019-01-08," The stock markets in Asia surged during morning trade on Wednesday, following reports of progress in U. S - China trade talks. Negotiators extended talks for a third day and reportedly made strides on purchases of U. S goods and services. However, structural issues such as intellectual property rights remain unresolved. President Trump is eager to strike",53.474998,54.5075,51.685001,50.787209,216071600,1
2019-01-08," Mercedes Benz sold over 2.31 million passenger cars in 2018, making it the top selling premium automotive brand for the third year in a row. However, analysts question how long German manufacturers can dominate the luxury car industry due to the shift towards electric and self-driving cars. Tesla, with",53.474998,54.5075,51.685001,50.787209,216071600,1
2019-01-08," The S&P 500 reached a three-week high on Tuesday, driven by gains in Apple, Amazon, Facebook, and industrial shares. Investors are optimistic about a potential deal between the US and China to end their trade war. The S&P 500 has rallied over 9% since late December",53.474998,54.5075,51.685001,50.787209,216071600,1
2019-01-08," The stock market continued its rally on Tuesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all posting gains. Optimism over progress in trade talks between the US and China was a major contributor to the market's positive sentiment, with reports suggesting that both parties are narrowing their differences ahead",53.474998,54.5075,51.685001,50.787209,216071600,1
2019-01-08," Roku's stock dropped by 5% on Tuesday following Citron Research's reversal of its long position, labeling the company as uninvestable. This change in stance came after Apple announced partnerships with Samsung to offer iTunes services on some Samsung TVs, potentially impacting Roku's user base growth.",53.474998,54.5075,51.685001,50.787209,216071600,-1
2019-01-08," The Chinese authorities are expected to release a statement following the conclusion of U. S. trade talks in Beijing, with both sides signaling progress toward resolving the conflict that has roiled markets. Chinese Vice Premier Liu He, who is also the chief economic adviser to Chinese President Xi Jinping, made an appearance at the negotiations and is",53.474998,54.5075,51.685001,50.787209,216071600,1
2019-01-10," Xiaomi Co-founder Lei Jun remains optimistic about the future of his smartphone company despite a recent share slump that erased $6 billion in market value. The Chinese tech firm is shifting its focus to the high end and expanding into Europe, while shunning the US market. Xiaomi aims to elevate its Red",56.267502,57.055,56.049999,54.932766,139223200,0
2019-01-10,"The European Commission has launched an investigation into Nike's tax treatment in the Netherlands, expressing concerns that the company may have received an unfair advantage through royalty payment structures. The EU executive has previously probed tax schemes in Belgium, Gibraltar, Luxembourg, Ireland, and the Netherlands, with countries ordered to recover taxes from benefici",56.267502,57.055,56.049999,54.932766,139223200,0
2019-01-10," Taiwan's Foxconn, a major Apple supplier, reported an 8.3% decline in December revenue to TWD 619.3 billion ($20.1 billion), marking its first monthly revenue dip since February. The fall was due to weak demand for consumer electronics. In 2018, Foxconn",56.267502,57.055,56.049999,54.932766,139223200,0
2019-01-10," Starting tomorrow, JD.com will offer reduced prices on some Apple iPhone 8 and 8 Plus models by approximately 600 yuan and 800 yuan respectively. These price drops, amounting to a savings of around $92-$130 per unit, are in line with earlier rumors suggesting price redu",56.267502,57.055,56.049999,54.932766,139223200,1
2019-01-10,"Cummins, Inc. (CMI) announced that Pat Ward, its long-term Chief Financial Officer (CFO), will retire after 31 years of service on March 31, 2019. Mark Smith, who has served as Vice President of Financial Operations since 2014, will succeed Ward,",56.267502,57.055,56.049999,54.932766,139223200,0
2019-01-10," The Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell, maintained his patient stance on monetary policy but raised concerns about the balance sheet reduction. He indicated that the Fed's balance sheet would be substantially smaller, indicating the continuation of the balance sheet wind down operation. Despite this, Powell reassured investors of a slower pace on interest rate h",56.267502,57.055,56.049999,54.932766,139223200,-1
2019-01-11," Wall Street experienced a decline after the opening bell on Friday, following five consecutive days of gains. The S&P 500 dropped 13 points or 0.54%, with the Dow decreasing 128 points or 0.54%, and the Nasdaq Composite losing 37 points or ",62.384998,63.982498,62.290001,62.571354,151125200,0
2019-01-11," Several Chinese retailers, including Alibaba-backed Suning and JD.com, have drastically reduced iPhone prices due to weak sales in China, which prompted Apple's recent revenue warning. Discounts for the latest XR model range from 800 to 1,200 yuan. These price",62.384998,63.982498,62.290001,62.571354,151125200,-1
2019-01-11," Green Dot, GDOT, is a bank holding company with a wide distribution network and impressive growth. Its product offerings include bank accounts, debit and credit cards, with a focus on perks. The firm's platform business, ""banking as a service,"" powers offerings for partners such as Apple Pay Cash, Walmart Money",62.384998,63.982498,62.290001,62.571354,151125200,1
2019-01-11," US stock futures declined on Friday as disappointing holiday sales and revenue cuts from various companies raised concerns about a potential recession. The S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq 100 fell, with the Fed's possible policy pause and optimistic trade talks failing to offset these negative factors.",62.384998,63.982498,62.290001,62.571354,151125200,-1
2019-01-11," Apple's NASDAQ AAPL stock declined by 0.52% in premarket trade Friday due to price cuts of iPhone models in China, but the company is set to launch three new iPhone models this year. Johnson & Johnson's NYSE JNJ stock edged forward after raising prescription drug prices. Starbucks",62.384998,63.982498,62.290001,62.571354,151125200,0
2019-01-11," Apple is reportedly set to release three new iPhone models this year, featuring new camera setups including triple rear cameras for the premium model and dual cameras for the others. The move comes after weak sales, particularly in China, led retailers to cut prices on the XR model. Amid sluggish sales, Apple opted to stick with",62.384998,63.982498,62.290001,62.571354,151125200,0
2019-01-14," The U.S. stock market declined on Monday as concerns over a global economic slowdown intensified following unexpected drops in China's exports and imports, with tech stocks suffering the most significant losses. The Philadelphia SE Semiconductor Index fell 1.6 percent, while the technology sector dropped 0.9 percent, dragging down the",37.712502,37.817501,37.305,36.254131,129756800,-1
2019-01-14," The weak Chinese trade data led to a halt in Europe's four-day stock market rally on Monday, with technology and luxury goods sectors bearing the brunt of selling. Luxury retailers, including LVMH, Hermes, Kering, Moncler, and Pandora, dropped between 1% and 7%, while Bur",37.712502,37.817501,37.305,36.254131,129756800,-1
2019-01-14," The Chinese auto market experienced its first contraction since the 1990s in 2018, with sales falling 2.8 percent to 28.1 million vehicles due to the phasing out of purchase tax cuts on smaller cars and the US-China trade war. Companies like Ford and Jaguar Land R",37.712502,37.817501,37.305,36.254131,129756800,0
2019-01-14, Dialog Semiconductor reported fourth quarter revenue in line with guidance despite a decrease in iPhone sales at main customer Apple. The company's shares rose 4% as investors praised its resilience amid other Apple suppliers missing targets or slashing their forecasts. Around 75% of Dialog's business comes from power management chips supplied to,37.712502,37.817501,37.305,36.254131,129756800,1
2019-01-14," U.S. stocks declined after the close on Monday, with losses in Utilities, Healthcare, and Technology sectors leading the way. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.36%, while the S&P 500 index dropped 0.53%, and the NASDAQ Composite index declined 0.9",37.712502,37.817501,37.305,36.254131,129756800,-1
2019-01-14," This news article reports on the recent drop in crude oil prices, with a focus on China's weakening economy as a major factor. After a strong rally in January, crude oil prices fell due to concerns over decreasing exports and imports in China, which is the world's second-largest economy and a significant driver of",37.712502,37.817501,37.305,36.254131,129756800,-1
2019-01-14," The Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 ended lower on Monday as concerns over global growth weighed on tech stocks, while Citigroup's mixed fourth-quarter earnings report partially offset losses. The financial sector gained on Citigroup's strong earnings, but broader market gains were limited due to falling tech stocks.",37.712502,37.817501,37.305,36.254131,129756800,0
2019-01-15," The Lynx Equity Strategies analysts, KC Rajkumar and Jahanara Nissar, have reported hearing rumors that Apple may be considering cutting back on its self-driving vehicle program. This potential reversal could impact Services segment as the loss of this new growth vector might indicate stagnating iPhone sales, leading",37.567501,38.3475,37.512501,36.996128,114843600,-1
2019-01-15,"In a reversal for Qualcomm, a German court dismissed its patent lawsuit against Apple, stating that the patent in question was not violated. Qualcomm plans to appeal after winning a separate case in Munich in December that enabled it to enforce a ban on older iPhone sales. Apple is also facing a ban on some iPhones in China and",37.567501,38.3475,37.512501,36.996128,114843600,-1
2019-01-15," TD Ameritrade, an Omaha-based brokerage firm, has partnered with Apple to allow customers to fund their accounts instantly using debit cards in Apple Pay digital wallets. This feature, which is the first of its kind in the industry, enables customers to transfer up to $10,000 per day and access",37.567501,38.3475,37.512501,36.996128,114843600,0
2019-01-15," In summary, U.S stocks rose on Tuesday with technology and internet companies leading gains after Netflix announced a price increase for U.S subscribers and optimism towards Chinese economic stimulus. The S&P 500 communication services and technology indices surged. Despite disappointing earnings reports from major banks, the market was resilient",37.567501,38.3475,37.512501,36.996128,114843600,1
2019-01-15," In Tuesday trading, the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq rose as tech stocks surged, led by Netflix's price increase. JPMorgan rebounded from weak earnings, while Wells Fargo struggled after mixed results and continued regulatory scrutiny. Stimulus measures in China eased investor concerns over",37.567501,38.3475,37.512501,36.996128,114843600,0
2019-01-15," The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit upheld a $440 million judgment against Apple in a patent infringement case brought by intellectual property licensing firm VirnetX. The jury verdict, originally worth $302 million, grew with interest, enhanced damages, and other costs. Apple plans to",37.567501,38.3475,37.512501,36.996128,114843600,0
2019-01-15," Record-breaking online sales of $126 billion during the 2018 U.S. holiday season, up 16.5% from last year, with mobile platforms accounting for 51% of traffic and nearly a third of spending. Adobe reported record online sales on Thanksgiving ($3.7 billion),",37.567501,38.3475,37.512501,36.996128,114843600,1
2019-01-15," Verizon announced that it will offer free Apple Music subscriptions with some of its top tier data plans, deepening its partnership with Apple. This move comes as Apple turns to its services segment for growth and has been partnering with rivals such as Samsung and Amazon. Last year, Verizon offered a six-month trial of Apple Music with its",37.567501,38.3475,37.512501,36.996128,114843600,-1
2019-01-15," Verizon has announced an expansion of its partnership with Apple Music, making it a built-in inclusion for Beyond Unlimited and Above Unlimited plan subscribers. Since last summer, new subscribers have received six months of free Apple Music service. Go Unlimited customers will continue to receive this offer, while those on other plans will pay $",37.567501,38.3475,37.512501,36.996128,114843600,-1
2019-01-15," Netflix raised the prices of its standard, premium, and basic plans in the US for the first time since October 2017. The standard plan now costs $12.99 per month, up from $10.99, while the top plan is $15.99, up from $13.9",37.567501,38.3475,37.512501,36.996128,114843600,1
2019-01-15," Belarus unveiled its world-first regulated tokenized securities exchange on Tuesday, enabling traders to buy shares and other assets using cryptocurrencies. The platform, developed by IT investment firms VP Capital and Larnabel Ventures, offers tokens that track the value of real assets like stocks in Apple Inc, gold, oil",37.567501,38.3475,37.512501,36.996128,114843600,1
2019-01-16, Apple Inc. (AAPL) shares declined in postmarket trading after the technology giant announced it would cut back on hiring for some divisions due to fewer iPhone sales and missing revenue forecasts for the holiday quarter. Alcoa Corporation (AA) saw its stock fall despite reporting adjusted earnings that beat expectations; aluminum prices were lower than anticipated.,38.27,38.970001,38.25,37.448109,122278800,0
2019-01-16," In this news article, Paul Cretien discusses the FAANG stocks, which are Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, and Google. These stocks have strong performances and are highly correlated but offer various levels of price volatility. The best pair trading opportunity in 2018 was between Amazon and Netflix due to their high correlation",38.27,38.970001,38.25,37.448109,122278800,-1
2019-01-16," Apple CEO Tim Cook announced internal staffing adjustments in response to lower-than-expected iPhone sales and missed revenue forecasts during the holiday quarter. Sources familiar with the matter reported this news through Reuters and Bloomberg, stating that some divisions would be reducing hiring. Cook disclosed this information to employees in a recent meeting, following his",38.27,38.970001,38.25,37.448109,122278800,-1
2019-01-16," Veteran producer Jason Katims is leaving Universal TV to join Apple for a multiyear deal. His production company, True Jack Productions, will remain at Universal until the summer. Katims has created shows like ""Parenthood"" and ""Roswell,"" and had writing-production credits on ""Friday Night Lights"" and """,38.27,38.970001,38.25,37.448109,122278800,0
2019-01-16," Apple CEO Tim Cook informed employees of planned hiring cuts for some divisions following disappointing iPhone sales and missed revenue forecasts during the holiday quarter. The exact divisions have not been identified, but AI teams will continue expanding at a strong pace. Hiring reductions will not impact new office openings in Austin or LA for video content production.",38.27,38.970001,38.25,37.448109,122278800,-1
2019-01-17," This news article reports that China's top government-linked think tank, the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), criticized foreign companies such as Apple, Amazon, Nike, Siemens, ABB, and Subaru for not correctly referring to Hong Kong and Taiwan as part of China in a report. The companies were accused of",38.549999,39.415001,38.314999,37.67046,119284800,0
2019-01-17," Belarus introduced a new platform enabling investors to buy real assets such as shares, gold, using cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin slipped while Ethereum rose, and other digital coins also traded lower. The platform plans to issue 10,000 tokens representing traditional financial instruments, with current offerings including gold, oil, metals",38.549999,39.415001,38.314999,37.67046,119284800,0
2019-01-18,"In a German court ruling, Apple has been banned from using part of a press release stating iPhones were available through carriers and resellers in Germany. The ruling followed a patent dispute between Apple and Qualcomm, which led to the ban on iPhone 7 and 8 sales at Apple retail stores in December. The court found that the press",39.375,39.470001,38.994999,37.902481,135004000,0
2019-01-18," U.S. futures rose on Friday following reports that U.S. and Chinese officials discussed the possibility of lifting some tariffs, improving investor sentiment. U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin suggested offering a rollback during upcoming trade talks scheduled for Jan. 30. The S&P 500",39.375,39.470001,38.994999,37.902481,135004000,1
2019-01-18," Foxconn, Apple's biggest iPhone assembler, has let go around 50,000 contract workers in China earlier than usual this year. The scale of the cuts is not necessarily deeper than previous years but significantly earlier. It's unusual to ask assembly line workers to leave before the end of the year. Foxconn was",39.375,39.470001,38.994999,37.902481,135004000,0
2019-01-18," In the article, two Japanese electronics companies, Nidec and Yaskawa Electric, announced profit decline warnings due to the US-China trade war. Nidec's profit outlook was cut by a quarter because of weak demand from China and smartphone markets. Yaskawa Electric also lowered its annual operating profit for the second",39.375,39.470001,38.994999,37.902481,135004000,-1
2019-01-22," The Swiss National Bank (SNB) governor, Andrea Maechler, stated that negative interest rates and foreign currency market intervention are necessary to prevent a strong Swiss franc from causing deflation in the country. She emphasized that price stability is the bank's mandate, and the exchange rate significantly impacts monetary conditions and inflation. Switzerland,",39.102501,39.182499,38.154999,37.051727,121576000,-1
2019-01-22," The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq experienced significant losses on Tuesday despite White House economic adviser Lawrence Kudlow denying reports that trade talks between the U.S. and China had been canceled. The International Monetary Fund's bearish outlook on global growth and weak existing home sales data also",39.102501,39.182499,38.154999,37.051727,121576000,-1
2019-01-22," IBM's stock price increased after hours due to better-than-expected earnings and revenue, with its cloud computing business contributing positively.",39.102501,39.182499,38.154999,37.051727,121576000,0
2019-01-22," Huawei is expanding its presence in Europe with the launch of the new Honor View20 smartphone, which offers advanced camera features at a lower price point than rivals Samsung and Apple. The phone includes a 48 mega pixel camera that combines multiple images into one high-quality photo, as well as a second camera for ",39.102501,39.182499,38.154999,37.051727,121576000,1
2019-01-22," Foxconn, the world's largest contract manufacturer for Apple iPhones, is trying to recruit more than 50,000 employees across its China campuses in Q1 2019 amid reports of mass layoffs. Last week, the Nikkei reported that Foxconn had let go around 50,0",39.102501,39.182499,38.154999,37.051727,121576000,0
2019-01-22," Amazon is launching its long-awaited direct fulfillment and delivery network in Brazil after facing complications from the country's complex tax system and logistics. Starting Tuesday, Amazon will directly sell over 800 suppliers' merchandise, including L'Oreal and Black & Decker, totaling 320,0",39.102501,39.182499,38.154999,37.051727,121576000,1
2019-01-22," Tesla is considering Tianjin Lishen as a potential battery supplier for its new Shanghai electric car factory, but no agreement has been reached yet. The companies are still negotiating details such as the size of the order and the battery cell size required by Tesla. Lishen had previously quoted Tesla for batteries, but no agreement was signed",39.102501,39.182499,38.154999,37.051727,121576000,0
2019-01-22," TomTom, a Dutch digital mapping company, agreed to sell its fleet management business to Bridgestone for €910 million. The sale comes as TomTom faces competition from Google, which has entered the market and struck deals with Renault and Volvo. Despite concerns over future uncertainty, CEO Harold Goddijn plans to keep the remaining",39.102501,39.182499,38.154999,37.051727,121576000,1
2019-01-22," Japan Display shares surged on reports of potential funding from Taiwan's TPK Holding and China's Silk Road Fund, in exchange for a 30% stake. Discussions were described as advanced, with the company previously denying similar reports. The Apple supplier has faced losses due to competition from Chinese rivals and slow smart",39.102501,39.182499,38.154999,37.051727,121576000,1
2019-01-22," The White House reportedly rejected a scheduled meeting with Chinese officials this week due to disagreements over intellectual property rules, causing cautious trading in Asian stocks. China's Shanghai Composite and Shenzhen Component saw minimal changes, while the Hang Seng Index edged higher. The U.S. denied cancelling the meeting",39.102501,39.182499,38.154999,37.051727,121576000,0
2019-01-23," Trump expressed optimism about ongoing trade negotiations with China, stating that the U.S. was doing well and that China wants to make a deal. However, Trump also threatened to increase tariffs on Chinese imports unless China addresses intellectual property concerns and other trade issues. The White House economic adviser believes a deal could be reached by March 1,",38.537498,38.785,37.924999,37.201569,92522400,0
2019-01-23," Texas Inquiries reported fourth-quarter earnings exceeding analysts' expectations, but missed revenue forecasts due to weak global smartphone sales. The company expects lower first-quarter earnings and revenue, leading to a slight increase in share price during after-hours trading. TI earned $1.26 per share on $3",38.537498,38.785,37.924999,37.201569,92522400,-1
2019-01-23," FireEye's stock price surged after Baird added it to their ""Fresh Picks"" list, citing a recent decline in shares and confident 2019 guidance. With an outperform rating and $23 price target, analysts expect a strong year for the cybersecurity company's major products like Man",38.537498,38.785,37.924999,37.201569,92522400,1
2019-01-23," IBM, Procter & Gamble, United Technologies, and Comcast stocks surged in premarket trade on Wednesday due to better-than-expected fourth quarter results and raised full year profit guidance or forecasts. Capital One and Kimberly Clark stocks declined as they reported earnings below analysts' estimates. Apple stock rose amid a report",38.537498,38.785,37.924999,37.201569,92522400,1
2019-01-23," In 2018, Google and Facebook broke their previous records for annual lobbying expenditures. Google spent $21 million, up from $18 million in 2017, with nearly half spent in Q4 when CEO Sundar Pichai testified before Congress. Facebook shelled out $13 million,",38.537498,38.785,37.924999,37.201569,92522400,0
2019-01-24," Apple, under new leadership in Project Titan, has let go over 200 team members from its autonomous vehicle unit. The dismissals were anticipated internally and Doug Field, an Apple veteran and former Tesla engineering VP, is now co-leading the project with Bob Mansfield. Affected employees are reportedly moving to",38.5275,38.619999,37.935001,36.906708,101766000,0
2019-01-24," The U.S. and China are far from resolving their trade disputes, but there's a possibility they will reach an agreement before the March 1 deadline, according to U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross. A Chinese delegation of 30 members is set to visit Washington next week for trade talks. Ross downplay",38.5275,38.619999,37.935001,36.906708,101766000,1
2019-01-24," Starbucks, which introduced Europe's coffee culture to Americans, is facing pressure from Wall Street to replicate success in China. Despite opening stores at a rate of nearly 600 per year, sales growth has slowed due to an economic downturn and the US-China trade war. Same store sales in China were up only ",38.5275,38.619999,37.935001,36.906708,101766000,0
2019-01-25," Mastercard, a U.S. payments card company listed on NYSE as MA, is still determined to apply for a bankcard clearing license in China despite voluntarily withdrawing an application in 2018. The company aims to present another application soon, as American Express became the first U.S. card network to gain direct access",38.869999,39.532501,38.580002,38.129673,134142000,0
2019-01-25," Mastercard continues its pursuit of a bankcard clearing license in China, with plans to submit another application soon. The company previously applied in 2017 but withdrew voluntarily. American Express recently became the first US card network to gain direct access to China's payments network, bypassing UnionPay's monopoly. Master",38.869999,39.532501,38.580002,38.129673,134142000,0
2019-01-25," The Indian Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) representing major smartphone makers such as Apple, Samsung, Oppo, and Foxconn, among others, submitted a 174-page document to the government calling for increased export credits on devices, tariff cuts on machinery imports, and other measures aimed at making India a",38.869999,39.532501,38.580002,38.129673,134142000,1
2019-01-28," Caterpillar Inc reported lower-than-expected fourth quarter earnings and full year 2019 outlook due to weak demand in China's construction business. The company's shares fell by 5%, pulling down U.S. stock futures. Despite attempts to ease investor concerns during the October earnings call, recent",38.947498,39.0825,38.415001,37.77681,104768400,-1
2019-01-28," Apple reported spending over $60 billion with around 9,000 U.S. component suppliers and companies in 2018, marking a more than 10% increase from the previous year. Since 2011, Apple has generated or supported over 2 million jobs across all 50 states in",38.947498,39.0825,38.415001,37.77681,104768400,1
2019-01-28," Apple is expected to report lower-than-projected fiscal first quarter earnings, with revenue falling significantly due to disappointing iPhone sales in China. This follows China's emergence as a major challenge for Apple due to trade tensions and competition from lower-priced smartphones from competitors like Huawei, Samsung, and others. Harley",38.947498,39.0825,38.415001,37.77681,104768400,0
2019-01-28," In 2018, China's smartphone shipments declined 14% YoY to 396 million units, with Q4 experiencing a 15% YoY drop and seven consecutive quarters of decline. Huawei and Vivo were the only top five vendors to experience growth in 201",38.947498,39.0825,38.415001,37.77681,104768400,-1
2019-01-29," Gold hit a seven-month high on Tuesday, as investors sought safety amid upcoming major macro events, including Brexit votes, US Federal Reserve decision, and Sino-US trade talks, as well as tech earnings and weak economic data. The metal broke through $1,300 an ounce due to uncertainties surrounding US-",39.0625,39.532501,38.5275,37.385262,166348800,-1
2019-01-29," CVS Health's insurer, Aetna, announced a new health app for Apple Watches on Tuesday. The app, called Attain, uses an individual's medical history to set personalized health goals and rewards customers with subsidies or gift cards for meeting them. Aetna had to enter into a business associate agreement to",39.0625,39.532501,38.5275,37.385262,166348800,0
2019-01-29," Apple will release a software patch this week to fix a FaceTime bug that lets users hear audio from recipients before they accept video calls. The issue, which can also broadcast video and audio, affects iPhone users and was first reported by Reuters. Apple's group FaceTime service has been temporarily taken offline due to the ongoing problem.",39.0625,39.532501,38.5275,37.385262,166348800,0
2019-01-29," Apple, Aetna, and CVS are collaborating on a new health app called Attain. The app offers customized fitness challenges with rewards, including a free Apple Watch Series 3 for participants who don't already own one. Users must meet fitness goals over 24 months to pay off the watch. The companies started developing the",39.0625,39.532501,38.5275,37.385262,166348800,0
2019-01-29," Corning defied the trend of weak results in the phone and chip industry, reporting higher-than-expected revenue and profit for Q4. The surge in demand from telecom companies investing in 5G networks led to a 26% increase in sales for its optical communications division, which is on track to exceed its 202",39.0625,39.532501,38.5275,37.385262,166348800,1
2019-01-29," The price of gold reached an eight-month high, driven by anticipation for clues on U.S monetary policy from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's news conference. Gold is up 2.4% this year and heading towards a fourth consecutive monthly increase due to prospects of fewer rate hikes and slower global growth amid the",39.0625,39.532501,38.5275,37.385262,166348800,1
2019-01-29," In after hours trading, Apple's shares rose despite a rare revenue decline due to weak iPhone sales, particularly in China. The tech giant reported earnings of $4.18 per share, slightly better than expected, but overall revenue was down 4.5%. For the second quarter, Apple anticipates revenue between $55 billion and $",39.0625,39.532501,38.5275,37.385262,166348800,-1
2019-01-29," Apple reported stronger-than-expected earnings for Q1 2023, with GAAP EPS coming in at $4.18 versus the estimated $4.17. Revenue surpassed expectations as well, reaching $84.3 billion compared to forecasts of $81 billion, representing a year-over",39.0625,39.532501,38.5275,37.385262,166348800,0
2019-01-29,"3M, the Minnesota-based manufacturing company, issued a revenue warning due to weak demand in China. The slowdown affects its automotive and electronics businesses, causing a reduction in sales growth projections from 2% to 1-4%. This is driven by customer demand issues in China. Other major US companies like Apple and Cater",39.0625,39.532501,38.5275,37.385262,166348800,0
2019-01-30," Apple banned Facebook from its business app program after discovering the social media giant was using it to track teenagers' web browsing habits without proper authorization. Facebook's Research app, which collected data via virtual private network software, violated Apple's agreement, leading to Facebook's removal from the program. The ban does not affect Facebook",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30," AMD reported in-line earnings but missed revenue estimates, causing shares to surge 16%. Some analysts remain cautious about the company's outlook for the fiscal first quarter due to expected slow growth. Apple reported earnings ahead of estimates, with strong revenue growth from all other products and services, suggesting iPhone sales may have bottomed, eas",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30," Google is reportedly operating a research app, Screenwise Meter, which bypasses app store regulations using an Enterprise Certificate. The app invites users to monitor data in exchange for gift cards. Similar actions led Apple to revoke Facebook's certificate, potentially causing disruptions. Google's use of this method could result in Apple rev",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30," In Apple's Q1 earnings call, CFO Luca Maestri announced the company is on track to double its FY16 Services revenue by FY20. This growth is attributed to a larger percentage of the installed base paying for at least one service. The Q1 Services margin was 62.8%, higher than",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30," Apple's Q4 earnings report showed better-than-expected results, with some weakness already priced in due to the pre-announcement revenue cut. Analysts at Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan remain overweight on the stock, with the latter noting that investor focus should return to the Services opportunity following a downside correction on",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30,"The IDC reported a decline in global smartphone shipments for Q4, down 5% YoY to 375.4 million units, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of decreases. Samsung (KS 005930) and Apple (AAPL) led with market shares of 18.",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,-1
2019-01-30," LG Display reported stronger profits in Q4 due to increased sales of high-end wearable screens, but warned of weaker panel prices in 2019 amid global economic uncertainty and U.S.-China trade tensions. Operating profit for the quarter was 279 billion won, an increase from 44 billion",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,-1
2019-01-30,"European stocks rose on Wednesday as positive news about demand from China outweighed concerns over Brexit. LVMH reported record revenue for 2018, driven by double-digit growth in spending by Chinese customers. The results boosted shares of LVMH and rivals Hermes, Kering, and Burberry. U",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,1
2019-01-30," China's manufacturing sector contracted for the second consecutive month in January, with the official Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) edging up marginally to 49.5 from 49.4 in December. The reading was below the 50 mark that separates growth from contraction. Weakness came from",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30," Alibaba, the Chinese e-commerce giant and second most valuable public company in Asia, reported its slowest revenue growth since 2016, totaling 117.3 billion yuan ($17.47 billion) for Q3, missing analyst estimates due to China's slowing economy and trade tensions",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30," The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite experienced significant gains on Wednesday due to a dovish Federal Reserve stance and upbeat earnings reports from companies like Apple and Boeing. The Fed indicated it would remain patient in regards to future interest rate adjustments. The tech sector was boosted by",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,-1
2019-01-30," Google and Facebook disenabled their research apps, Screenwise Meter for Google and Research App for Facebook, from Apple's developer enterprise program following criticism from privacy experts. The apps were mistakenly distributed through this program instead of the usual app stores. Google apologized for the error. Apple did not comment on the matter.",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30," New York authorities are investigating Apple for not warning consumers in a timely manner about a FaceTime bug that allowed iPhone users to hear audio from others' phones before accepting video calls. The probe also covers Apple's slow response, as reports indicate a consumer alerted the company of the issue over a week before the feature was disabled. The bug",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30," Apple plans to cut prices of some flagship iPhones to boost sales, particularly in overseas markets like China where the U.S. dollar has risen significantly against local currencies, making Apple's products pricier than rivals. This marks only the second time in iPhone history that prices will be lowered. The move comes after",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30,"Didi Chuxing, a Chinese ride-hailing firm backed by Uber, Apple, SoftBank, and others, is considering cutting up to 20% of headcount in some departments, primarily support services like marketing and HR. No final decision has been made. The move comes as part of an organizational overhaul aimed",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30," Facebook is facing backlash from Apple following the revelation that the social media giant used a research app to gather user data, in violation of Apple's privacy guidelines. The app, which was distributed under a developer program meant for employee-only apps, paid users up to $20 a month for their data. Apple has revoked Facebook",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-30," Peter Jackson, the director of ""Lord of the Rings,"" is making a movie about The Beatles using previously unseen studio footage from their final album recording sessions in January 1969. This project marks the 50th anniversary since their last live performance together. Jackson will utilize over 50 hours of never-re",40.8125,41.537498,40.057499,39.939968,244439200,0
2019-01-31," Kanye West and Tidal's corporate parent have resolved a lawsuit accusing them of fraudulently inducing fans to subscribe to Tidal by tweeting that his album ""The Life of Pablo"" could only be obtained there. The plaintiff, Justin Baker Rhett, claimed the tweet was false as the album later",41.5275,42.25,41.139999,40.227589,162958400,0
2019-01-31," The UAE, through a hacking team of American mercenaries, reportedly targeted governments and individuals in rival countries as well as American citizens, according to a Reuters investigation. However, the UAE's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Anwar Gargash denied targeting friendly countries or American citizens in a cyberprogram called Project",41.5275,42.25,41.139999,40.227589,162958400,0
2019-01-31,"The United Arab Emirates (UAE) denied on Thursday targeting friendly countries or American citizens with its cyberspying program, Project Raven. Reuters reported that the program, which involved a group of American intelligence contractors, targeted governments, dissidents, and human rights activists of rival nations, as well as embassy",41.5275,42.25,41.139999,40.227589,162958400,0
2019-02-01," Apple acknowledged a privacy flaw in its FaceTime chat software that allowed users to hear others before they answered the call. The issue was discovered by a 14-year-old boy and his mother, who faced difficulties in reporting it to Apple for nine days. Apple turned off the group chat feature and promised a fix. New York's governor",38.7225,39.712502,38.557499,38.16835,148158800,0
2019-02-01," Foxconn Technology announced on Friday that it will proceed with building a Gen 6 fab facility in Wisconsin, following conversations between its chairman and U.S. President Donald Trump. The $10 billion campus, which was the largest investment for a foreign company in U.S. history when announced in 2017, faced criticism and uncertainty",38.7225,39.712502,38.557499,38.16835,148158800,1
2019-02-01," A Chinese court sentenced a Didi Chuxing driver, Zhong Yuan, to death for raping and killing a female passenger last year. The brutal crime sparked public and government criticism of the ride-hailing company, prompting it to suspend its carpool service Hitch and overhaul its business with stricter",38.7225,39.712502,38.557499,38.16835,148158800,-1
2019-02-04," The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite rose on Monday, with tech stocks driving gains. Netflix surged on JPMorgan's suggestion it could be an Apple acquisition target, while FAANG stocks performed well. Alphabet fell after reporting earnings, but consumer staples and energy stocks",47.772499,48.615002,47.762501,47.094631,91062800,1
2019-02-04,"JPMorgan suggests Apple should acquire Netflix due to its leading engagement level and original content, differentiating it from aggregators. Acquiring Netflix would cost approximately $189 billion at a 20% premium and could lead to long-term streaming and advertising revenue upside. Netflix stock rose 1.45% in early",47.772499,48.615002,47.762501,47.094631,91062800,1
2019-02-04," Despite strong January market performance, fears of a Chinese economic slowdown led to caution ahead of earnings from tech giants Alphabet and Apple. Sony warned of potential impact on chip and image sensor divisions due to weakening global smartphone demand. Earnings reports expected from Sysco, Gilead Sciences, Seagate Technology, Over",47.772499,48.615002,47.762501,47.094631,91062800,0
2019-02-04," This news article reports on the rallying share prices of Ultimate Software, Roku, and Papa John's towards the end of trading on Monday. Ultimate Software rallied after accepting a $331.50 per share takeover offer from a Hellman Friedman-led consortium, with a 50-",47.772499,48.615002,47.762501,47.094631,91062800,0
2019-02-05," Apple retail chief Angela Ahrendts announced her departure from the tech giant effective April, following a five-year tenure marked by store redesigns and controversial changes. Known for its long-serving executives, Apple did not disclose reasons for Ahrendts' exit. During her time, she introduced more casual service centers, renov",52.459999,53.162498,52.032501,50.767143,127985200,-1
2019-02-05," Snap Inc reported a flat number of daily active users in Q1 2019, easing concerns over continued user loss to Facebook's Instagram. The photo messaging app has struggled with competitors replicating its features and a controversial redesign. Despite avoiding a third consecutive quarterly decline, some question the company's ability to",52.459999,53.162498,52.032501,50.767143,127985200,0
2019-02-05,"Two U.S. House Democrats, Frank Pallone and Jan Schakowsky, have expressed concern over Apple's handling of a privacy flaw in its FaceTime group video chat software. The bug allowed users to hear audio before the call was answered, and the teen who discovered it tried for days to alert Apple. The company fixed the",52.459999,53.162498,52.032501,50.767143,127985200,0
2019-02-05," European shares surged to nine-week highs on Tuesday, boosted by a rebound in banks and gains in oil stocks. BP reported a doubling of profits, driven by strong oil output following the acquisition of U.S shale assets. Miners benefited from rising iron ore prices, while euro zone banks recovered after six",52.459999,53.162498,52.032501,50.767143,127985200,1
2019-02-05,"This news article reports that AMS, a sensor specialist supplying components for Apple's face recognition technology, has warned of a more than 20 percent sales decline in Q1 2019 due to weak smartphone demand. The company suspended its cash dividend policy for fiscal year 2018 and disappointed investors with its",52.459999,53.162498,52.032501,50.767143,127985200,0
2019-02-05," Lumentum Holdings Inc expects Android smartphone makers to launch devices with facial recognition technology this year, including Huawei's Honor V20 and Samsung's Galaxy S10 5G. The company forecast slightly lower than expected revenue for the current quarter but expects new contracts and design wins from Android phone makers to help",52.459999,53.162498,52.032501,50.767143,127985200,0
2019-02-05," Wall Street rallied on Tuesday, with tech and consumer discretionary stocks leading gains following upbeat earnings reports from Est e Lauder and Ralph Lauren. Tech giant Alphabet reported better than expected quarterly revenue and profit but concerns over higher spending sent its shares down. Despite a positive fourth-quarter earnings season and lower expectations for the",52.459999,53.162498,52.032501,50.767143,127985200,1
2019-02-05," Apple's French division has reached an agreement to pay undeclared back taxes estimated at around 571 million euros, following a multi-year audit by the French tax administration. The details of the payment amount will be published in public accounts. France is pushing for an EU-wide tax on digital and software companies like Apple,",52.459999,53.162498,52.032501,50.767143,127985200,0
2019-02-07," Apple addressed a FaceTime privacy issue by rolling out software updates and contributing to the education of the teenager who discovered the bug, Grant Thompson from Tucson, Arizona. The bug allowed users to hear audio from people before they answered a video call. Apple formally credited Thompson and Daven Morris from Texas in its update release notes. The company conducted",50.352501,50.782501,50.34,49.398319,67740800,-1
2019-02-08," Analysts predict a decline of 0.1% in first quarter earnings for S&P 500 companies, marking the group's first quarterly profit decrease since 2016 according to Refinitiv data. The forecast represents a significant drop from the start of the year when growth was projected at 5-",51.3825,51.607498,50.407501,49.712643,163448400,-1
2019-02-08," Sony Corp, Japan's leading tech firm, announced its first major share buyback worth 100 billion yen, or 2.36% of outstanding shares, following weak earnings and investor concerns. This is the second large buyback this week after SoftBank. Japanese companies have been increasing buybacks to attract foreign investors",51.3825,51.607498,50.407501,49.712643,163448400,1
2019-02-12," This week, the European Union's second highest court will rule on a Belgian tax break that reportedly benefited over 35 large companies, including Apple, Starbucks, Fiat Chrysler, and others. The European Commission ordered Belgium to recover around €790 million from these firms for allegedly providing an unfair advantage",66.817497,67.0625,65.862503,64.805229,94487200,0
2019-02-12," Akamai Technologies reported stronger than projected earnings, driven by increased demand for its cybersecurity and media content delivery services. Revenue from its cloud security business rose 36% to $185 million, and the security unit is expected to exceed $1 billion in annual revenue soon. The company's media and carrier division saw an",66.817497,67.0625,65.862503,64.805229,94487200,1
2019-02-12," Apple is facing resistance from several publications over its proposed news subscription service, which could be priced around $10 per month. The company plans to keep about half of the revenue but has not yet finalized the price. Apple's transaction fee of 30 percent for software developers in the App Store may be a concern for publishers.",66.817497,67.0625,65.862503,64.805229,94487200,0
2019-02-12," Goldman analyst Rod Hall anticipates Apple's traffic acquisition costs from Google searches will decelerate significantly in 2019, leading to an estimated 16% reduction in services revenue growth compared to the prior year's 24%. To offset this decline, Apple is expected to launch its Apple Prime bundle with original video",66.817497,67.0625,65.862503,64.805229,94487200,-1
2019-02-12," The U.K. government has released a report recommending greater regulation of tech companies, specifically Google, Facebook, and Apple, in how they distribute news content. The companies are urged to sign a code of conduct governing their commercial agreements with publishers. Additionally, the U.K.'s competition authority is encouraged to investigate online advertising for fair competition",66.817497,67.0625,65.862503,64.805229,94487200,0
2019-02-12," Japan Display Inc, an ailing Apple supplier, is reportedly set to receive up to 80 billion yen in funding from a consortium of Chinese and Taiwanese investors, led by China's state-backed Silk Road Fund and Taiwanese panel maker TPK Holding Co. This would make the group the top share",66.817497,67.0625,65.862503,64.805229,94487200,0
2019-02-13," The Trump administration has formed a new advisory board comprised of major company CEOs, including those from Apple, Walmart, IBM, Lockheed Martin, Siemens USA, Home Depot, and Visa. The board's goal is to prepare U.S. workers for job training issues brought about by automation and artificial",42.8475,43.119999,42.48,41.30793,89960800,-1
2019-02-13," Apple is targeting an April event to introduce a streaming television service, likely featuring content from CBS, Viacom, and Lions Gate, along with its own original productions. The service aims to consolidate multiple apps into one location, offering both Apple's original shows and subscriptions to traditional TV channels, similar to Amazon Prime Video. Apple",42.8475,43.119999,42.48,41.30793,89960800,1
2019-02-13," Apple significantly increased its self-driving car tests on public roads in California in 2018, putting in over 79,000 miles, up from 838 miles the previous year. However, it lagged far behind market leader Waymo, which had 11,017 miles between diseng",42.8475,43.119999,42.48,41.30793,89960800,0
2019-02-13," The former top corporate lawyer at Apple, Gene Levoff, was criminally charged with insider trading by the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday. Levoff allegedly exploited his positions as corporate secretary and head of corporate law to trade illegally between 2011 and 2016, generating approximately $",42.8475,43.119999,42.48,41.30793,89960800,0
2019-02-13," Apple significantly ramped up its self-driving car testing in 2018, recording tens of thousands of miles versus just hundreds of miles in 2017, as per data from the California Department of Motor Vehicles.",42.8475,43.119999,42.48,41.30793,89960800,-1
2019-02-14," Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway reduced its stake in Apple, though none of the selling was done by Buffett himself. The company added positions in Suncor Energy and software firm Red Hat, while also appearing to have sold off a significant stake in Oracle. Berkshire's U.S.-listed stock portfolio shrank",42.427502,42.814999,42.345001,41.45842,87342800,0
2019-02-14," The EU General Court dealt a potential setback to the European Commission's campaign against corporate tax avoidance by annulling an order for Belgian tax break schemes worth about 700 million euros to multinational firms, including Fiat Chrysler, Amazon, Engie, and Apple. The court ruled that the EU executive",42.427502,42.814999,42.345001,41.45842,87342800,0
2019-02-14," In Q4 2018, prominent hedge fund managers sold Chinese tech stocks and major US companies like Apple and Facebook due to economic fears. Jana Partners exited Alibaba and reduced Apple stake by 63%, Berkshire Hathaway shrank Apple stake, Soros Fund Management and Appaloosa Management sold",42.427502,42.814999,42.345001,41.45842,87342800,-1
2019-02-14," Applied Materials, a leading chip gear maker, forecasted lower-than-expected second quarter earnings and revenue, reflecting industry-wide challenges. The semiconductor sector is grappling with a slowing smartphone market, particularly in China, and the impact of the US-China trade dispute and a slowing Chinese economy.",42.427502,42.814999,42.345001,41.45842,87342800,0
2019-02-14," Lucy Li, a 16-year-old golfer who became the youngest player ever to qualify for the U.S. Women's Open in 2014, was issued a warning by the USGA after breaching amateur status rules by appearing in an Apple Watch advertisement campaign. Li engaged with a casting agent for an",42.427502,42.814999,42.345001,41.45842,87342800,0
2019-02-15," NVIDIA's stock price surged in premarket trade, up by 8.06% at 8:06 AM ET or 13:06 GMT, following the company's forecast for better-than-expected sales during the current fiscal year.",42.8125,42.924999,42.4375,41.366173,98507200,1
2019-02-15," Wall Street ended the week on a positive note, with all three major indexes posting their eighth consecutive weekly gains. Investor optimism grew as trade talks between the US and China resumed, with both sides reporting progress in resolving their long-standing trade dispute. Key industrial stocks such as Boeing, 3M, United Technologies",42.8125,42.924999,42.4375,41.366173,98507200,1
2019-02-19," This news article discusses progress towards gender equality in Hollywood following Frances McDormand's advocacy for inclusion riders at the Oscars last year. Warner Bros adopted this policy, and major stars including Matt Damon and Michael B Jordan committed to pushing for it. The number of films with female leads has increased, as have Oscar",42.427502,42.860001,42.372501,41.489967,75891200,1
2019-02-20," WhatsApp, owned by Facebook, has acknowledged a security bug allowing iPhone users to bypass its new privacy feature that requires Touch ID or Face ID for app access. The issue arises when users select any interval other than immediate verification. A user on Reddit first reported the problem, and Reuters confirmed it. WhatsApp said a fix",42.797501,43.330002,42.747501,41.756977,104457600,0
2019-02-20," Garmin reported stronger-than-expected fourth quarter earnings and revenue, driven by robust demand for its wearable fitness devices and aviation products. The company's shares surged 15% following the announcement, reaching their highest level in over a decade. In the past year, Garmin bounced back from a decline in demand for car",42.797501,43.330002,42.747501,41.756977,104457600,1
2019-02-20,"Viaciom announced it will provide programming on fuboTV's live streaming service, joining other virtual pay TV providers such as Sling TV, DirectTV Now and Philo. FuboTV, a four-year-old streaming service focused on soccer, has expanded into entertainment programming from networks like FX and Showtime. Vi",42.797501,43.330002,42.747501,41.756977,104457600,0
2019-02-21," Apple's long-rumored vehicle project may shift from developing a car to an electric van, according to Manager Magazin. Unnamed sources reportedly saw black and silver prototypes and claimed that engineers are now focusing on the interior design. Apple has yet to comment on the matter.",42.950001,43.092499,42.575001,41.521526,68998800,0
2019-02-21," Goldman Sachs is partnering with Apple to launch co-branded credit cards, allowing users to manage finances via iPhone and set spending goals. This deal benefits both companies; Apple aims to boost its services business, while Goldman seeks to increase consumer loans. The card, using Mastercard's network, offers about 2% cash",42.950001,43.092499,42.575001,41.521526,68998800,1
2019-02-22," Apple collaborates with Ant Financial Services Group and local banks in China, providing interest-free financing for iPhone purchases as part of an effort to revive sales. The scheme, available through Huabei, is open to customers purchasing products worth a minimum of 4,000 yuan from Apple. Economic slowdown and increased competition are contributing factors",42.895,43.25,42.845001,41.98513,75652800,1
2019-02-22," Kraft Heinz suffered a significant loss in premarket trade due to a disappointing earnings report and an SEC investigation. The company wrote down $15.4 billion from its Kraft and Oscar Mayer trademarks, and is under scrutiny for accounting practices. Roku stock surged following better-than-expected quarterly results.",42.895,43.25,42.845001,41.98513,75652800,-1
2019-02-25," The Dow Jones Industrial Average and other major indexes posted gains on Monday, with the Dow rising 60 points, after President Trump announced progress in trade talks with China and delayed tariff hikes. Trade-sensitive stocks like Boeing and Caterpillar performed well, but some tariffs are expected to remain as an enforcement mechanism",43.540001,43.967499,43.487499,42.290981,87493600,1
2019-02-25," AAC Technologies Holdings, an Apple supplier based in Hong Kong, reported a significant decrease in expected net profit for Q1 2019 due to reduced orders from customers. The company forecasted a profit decline of 65-75% compared to the same period last year and narrowing gross profit margins. AAC",43.540001,43.967499,43.487499,42.290981,87493600,0
2019-02-25," Huawei, the world's third-largest smartphone vendor, showcased its new folding phone, the Mate X, on February 24. The device is designed for next-generation 5G networks and promises super-fast internet speeds. Despite US efforts to exclude the Chinese company from 5G networks",43.540001,43.967499,43.487499,42.290981,87493600,1
2019-02-25," Sony, aiming to differentiate itself in the smartphone market, unveiled its new flagship Xperia 1 at Mobile World Congress featuring a 21:9 ratio HDR OLED screen and professional-grade camera capabilities. The device leverages Sony's Bravia TV technology for enhanced visual experiences. Two mid-range",43.540001,43.967499,43.487499,42.290981,87493600,0
2019-02-25," Warren Buffett, the Oracle of Omaha, revealed on Monday that his company, Berkshire Hathaway, had unexpectedly exited its 2.13 billion stake in Oracle Corp during last year's fourth quarter. This quick exit was unusual for Berkshire, which typically holds stocks for decades and rarely invests",43.540001,43.967499,43.487499,42.290981,87493600,0
2019-02-25," Huawei, the world's third largest smartphone vendor, defended its position as a global tech leader amid ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions. Chairman Guo Ping reiterated Huawei's commitment to cybersecurity and innovation, while welcoming President Trump's statements on mobile competition. The company un",43.540001,43.967499,43.487499,42.290981,87493600,1
2019-02-26," AAC Technologies Holdings Inc, listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, saw its shares plummet over 13% after announcing a significant decrease in first-quarter profits, forecasted between 65-75% year-on-year. The drop was attributed to reduced orders from customers and weak seasonal demand",43.427502,43.825001,43.2925,42.315266,68280800,-1
2019-02-27," Apple announced plans to lay off approximately 190 employees from its self-driving car project, Project Titan. The layoffs include software and hardware engineers, product design engineers, an ergonomics engineer, a machine shop supervisor, and possibly machinists. This is the first major shakeup under Doug Field, who returned",43.302502,43.75,43.182499,42.446327,111341600,-1
2019-02-27," Spotify, the world's leading paid music streaming service, entered the Indian market on Tuesday. The Swedish company will offer a free version with ads and a premium ad-free one for 119 rupees ($1.67) per month. Apple, Google, Amazon, and Reliance Industries already have established local players",43.302502,43.75,43.182499,42.446327,111341600,0
2019-03-04," Spotify, the world's largest paid music streaming platform, reported over 1 million unique users in India within a week of launch. The company, which entered the price-sensitive Indian market on Tuesday, offers a free version with ads and a premium ad-free variant for 119 Indian rupees per month. With a",48.3125,49.125,48.287498,47.417465,93087200,0
2019-03-05," Mozilla, the Firefox browser maker, is considering revoking DarkMatter's authority to certify websites as safe due to reports linking the cybersecurity firm to a UAE-based intelligence agency's hacking program. Reuters reported that DarkMatter provided staff for Project Raven, which hacked into the internet accounts",52.7225,52.959999,52.557499,51.398247,83569600,0
2019-03-05," In the news article, Michael Jackson's music was removed from radio playlists and Oprah Winfrey faced backlash after broadcasting a documentary titled ""Leaving Neverland,"" in which two adult men accused him of child abuse during their childhood. The documentary received mixed reactions, with some expressing horror and disbelief while others questioned",52.7225,52.959999,52.557499,51.398247,83569600,-1
2019-03-06," IBM CEO Ginni Rometty and Apple CEO Tim Cook, among other corporate leaders, attended a White House forum where they discussed hiring more Americans without college degrees due to a shortage of applicants for open jobs. Rometty stated that ""a less than a four-year degree will get a very good paying job in the new economy",43.900002,44.48,42.567501,42.227238,161584400,1
2019-03-06," European shares were flat on Wednesday as weak results from the auto sector and fading investor confidence offset positive news from China's easing policies. Schaeffler's warning of an extremely challenging business environment in 2019 and its plan to restructure led to significant losses for the German automaker, dragging down the DA",43.900002,44.48,42.567501,42.227238,161584400,-1
2019-03-06," Tesla's bull thesis, which has relied on the arrival of the lower-priced Model 3 and Elon Musk's vision, is facing challenges. China, a significant growth market for Tesla, halted Model 3 sales due to regulatory issues. Additionally, Tesla reported a first-quarter loss and announced",43.900002,44.48,42.567501,42.227238,161584400,-1
2019-03-06," In this interview, NYU Stern Professor Scott Galloway discusses his predictions for tech industry trends with Datatrek's Nicholas Colas. They debate which company will surpass Apple's market value and discuss future developments in social media and cryptocurrencies. The conversation took place in New York City on April 24,",43.900002,44.48,42.567501,42.227238,161584400,0
2019-03-06," Chinese online retailers, including Suning, Pinduoduo, and JD com, have recently discounted the price of Apple's iPhone XS by up to 1,000 yuan in an effort to boost sales during a prolonged sales slowdown in China. Several vendors also offered discounts on other iPhone models",43.900002,44.48,42.567501,42.227238,161584400,-1
2019-03-06," Fitbit introduced its most affordable smartwatch, the Versa Lite, on Wednesday at a price point of $159. Despite selling 5.5 million units in 2018, second only to Apple's 22.5 million, Fitbit lost the quarterly market share to Samsung in late ",43.900002,44.48,42.567501,42.227238,161584400,0
2019-03-07," The European Commission has initiated an investigation into tax rulings granted by Luxembourg to Finnish firm Huhtamaki, suspecting them of being state aid. The probe focuses on three rulings issued between 2009 and 2013, with the earliest one revealed in the Luxleaks scandal. The Commission believes these rul",50.82,51.110001,50.672501,49.807678,45448000,0
2019-03-12," The United States opposes France's digital services tax, viewing it as discriminatory against American businesses. The U.S. prefers international tax reform at the OECD to tackle the broader challenges facing the international tax system. Digital giants can currently book profits in countries with the lowest taxes regardless of where their customers are located. France",64.577499,64.8825,64.072502,63.64975,114430400,0
2019-03-12," Boeing's NYSE BA stock experienced significant losses in premarket trade on Tuesday, as the company faced continued scrutiny following the second crash of a 737 Max 8 plane. The crashes resulted in groundings of the fleet in Singapore, Australia, China, and Indonesia, but not in the US, where design changes are",64.577499,64.8825,64.072502,63.64975,114430400,0
2019-03-13," Smartphone shipments to China in February dropped to their lowest level in six years due to consumer hesitation amid a slowing economy and trade tensions. The market saw a decline of 19.9% year-over-year, with Apple identifying China as a reason for its reduced sales forecast earlier this year. To stimulate demand,",45.5625,45.825001,45.23,44.106613,124130000,0
2019-03-13,"Spotify, a music streaming service launched a year after Apple's iPhone in 2007, has filed a complaint with EU antitrust regulators against Apple. The complaint alleges that Apple unfairly limits rivals to its own Apple Music service by controlling the App Store and charging a 30% fee for in-app",45.5625,45.825001,45.23,44.106613,124130000,0
2019-03-14," The European Commission is delaying its decision on whether the UK's tax scheme for multinationals violates EU state aid rules. An investigation was initiated in October 2017, and European Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager acknowledged receiving a complaint from Spotify regarding Apple's allegedly unfair practices towards streaming rivals",45.974998,46.025002,45.639999,44.596924,94318000,0
2019-03-14, The European Union's Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager has indicated that the EU is considering opening an investigation into Apple over allegations of using its app store to favor its own services over rivals. This comes after Spotify filed a complaint against Apple for limiting competition in the music streaming market. If found to have a dominant market,45.974998,46.025002,45.639999,44.596924,94318000,-1
2019-03-14," In Thursday's premarket trade, General Electric (GE) stock rebounded, despite expecting lower earnings due to power business struggles. Boeing (BA) stock fell after the FAA grounded its 737 Max 8 following a deadly crash. Facebook (FB) stock dropped amid U.S. prosecutors' data deals",45.974998,46.025002,45.639999,44.596924,94318000,0
2019-03-14," In a preliminary ruling, U.S. District Court Judge Gonzalo Curiel ordered Qualcomm to pay nearly $1 billion in patent royalty rebate payments to Apple. The decision stems from a business cooperation agreement between the tech giants and the unique patent licensing practices of the consumer electronics industry. Qualcomm is the world",45.974998,46.025002,45.639999,44.596924,94318000,0
2019-03-14," The S&P 500 slipped on Thursday, ending a three-day winning streak, as uncertainty over the timing of a US-China trade deal persisted. US President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin stated that discussions were progressing quickly, but no final deal was imminent. Bloomberg reported a",45.974998,46.025002,45.639999,44.596924,94318000,0
2019-03-14," Apple launched a new television advertising campaign emphasizing its commitment to data privacy, distinguishing itself from rivals Google and Facebook under regulatory scrutiny. The ad, which started airing during the NCAA basketball tournament in the U.S., features situations where people seek privacy and states ""If privacy matters in your life, it should matter to the phone",45.974998,46.025002,45.639999,44.596924,94318000,1
2019-03-14," The S&P 500 experienced a minor decline, with the Nasdaq Composite suffering greater losses due to a fall in tech stocks, led by Facebook. The Dow Jones Industrial Average saw minimal gains. The NYT reported that federal prosecutors were investigating data deals made by Facebook. Tech sector losses were offset by Apple's",45.974998,46.025002,45.639999,44.596924,94318000,-1
2019-03-15," Stocks rallied Friday as technology companies surged following reports of progress in U.S.-China trade talks, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq posting their best weekly gains since November. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index jumped 2.9%, while the S&P 500 Technology Index",46.212502,46.8325,45.935001,45.177055,156171600,1
2019-03-15," In a SEC filing, Berkshire Hathaway revealed that its Vice Chairmen Greg Abel and Ajit Jain received approximately $18 million each in compensation last year. Abel, who oversees non-insurance operations such as BNSF railroad, Precision Castparts, and Berkshire Hathaway Energy",46.212502,46.8325,45.935001,45.177055,156171600,1
2019-03-15," Apple and Spotify are in a dispute with EU antitrust regulators over allegations of Apple limiting rivals in its App Store. Apple responded, stating that Spotify wants the benefits of a free app without being free. Apple has approved and distributed nearly 200 app updates for Spotify, resulting in over 300 million",46.212502,46.8325,45.935001,45.177055,156171600,0
2019-03-15,"This year's China Central Television (CCTV) consumer rights show, similar to CBS network's 60 Minutes in the US, is expected to draw attention due to Beijing's ongoing trade war with the US and criticism of foreign brands regarding Taiwan and Huawei. Companies, including Apple and Nike, have faced scrut",46.212502,46.8325,45.935001,45.177055,156171600,0
2019-03-15," Oracle stock declined by 8.15% in premarket trade after CEO Safra Catz warned of a potential revenue drop up to 2 billion for the current quarter, marking the fourth consecutive quarterly decline due to challenges in cloud services growth.",46.212502,46.8325,45.935001,45.177055,156171600,0
2019-03-18," Facebook's stock price dropped more than 3% on Monday following downgrades from Needham and Bank of America, with concerns over the company's pivot towards privacy and encrypted messages, as well as regulatory risks, impacting its ability to monetize data. The stock had previously rebounded 22% this year but",46.450001,47.0975,46.447498,45.638241,104879200,-1
2019-03-18," Banks and tech sectors led Wall Street higher, while Boeing and Facebook weighed on gains. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all closed in positive territory after a strong week, with eight of the eleven major sectors advancing. Energy and financial companies gained from oil price increases and IPOs, respectively",46.450001,47.0975,46.447498,45.638241,104879200,0
2019-03-18," Foxconn, a leading tech company, announced it will complete construction of its new factory in Wisconsin by the end of this year to manufacture liquid crystal display screens. The facility's initial phase will produce Generation 6 LCD screens for education, medical, entertainment, and other sectors. Foxconn initially aimed to build advanced displays for TVs but",46.450001,47.0975,46.447498,45.638241,104879200,1
2019-03-18," The S&P 500 rose on Monday, with gains in energy and consumer discretionary stocks offsetting losses for Boeing and Facebook. The Dow Jones and Nasdaq Composite also advanced. Energy stocks gained due to rising oil prices after Saudi Arabia suggested extending supply cuts into the second half of 2019. Cons",46.450001,47.0975,46.447498,45.638241,104879200,0
2019-03-18," In an unexpected move, Apple introduced new iPad Air and updated iPad Mini models ahead of its March 25 event. The devices come with the latest A12 Bionic chip, support for Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard. While hardware upgrades have been a focus in past events, this year's edition is anticipated to emphasize",46.450001,47.0975,46.447498,45.638241,104879200,1
2019-03-19," Finnish game developer Rovio, known for Angry Birds, has released a new augmented reality (AR) game called Angry Birds Isle of Pigs. Developed in collaboration with Swedish studio Resolution Games, the game utilizes Apple's ARKit technology to allow players to overlay the 3D environment onto",47.087502,47.247501,46.48,45.276569,126585600,0
2019-03-19," Tesla's CEO Elon Musk faces SEC scrutiny again for tweets without pre-approval, causing a slip in TSLA stock.",47.087502,47.247501,46.48,45.276569,126585600,0
2019-03-19," Samsung Electronics reported strong sales for its new Galaxy flagship smartphones in China despite significant market share losses to Chinese rivals like Huawei. The company is optimistic about its performance in the world's largest smartphone market and plans to introduce a new handset with a big bending screen and 5G connection, features not",47.087502,47.247501,46.48,45.276569,126585600,1
2019-03-20," Apple introduced updated AirPods headphones on March 20, featuring improved battery life and an optional wireless charging case. The new AirPods are powered by Apple's latest chip and are available starting March 27 for $159 with the standard charging case or $199 for the wireless charging version. Simultaneously",46.557499,47.372501,46.182499,45.672226,124140800,-1
2019-03-20," In the news article, U.S. stocks were mixed after the close on Wednesday with gains in the Oil, Gas, Consumer Services and Utilities sectors leading shares higher, while losses in the Financials, Healthcare and Consumer Goods sectors led shares lower. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.55%, S&",46.557499,47.372501,46.182499,45.672226,124140800,0
2019-03-21," Apple's stock price increased by 4.01 to trade at $195.67 on Thursday's NASDAQ session, with a trading volume of 30.89 million shares. The stock fluctuated between $189.81 and $195.70 during the day, reaching",47.505001,49.0825,47.452499,47.354347,204136800,-1
2019-03-21,"IOTA's partnership with payments and banking services app Zeux has enabled users to use MIOTA tokens as payment with merchants accepting Apple Pay and Samsung Pay. This development, according to IOTA Foundation's David Snsater and Zeux's Frank Zhou, will provide significant convenience benefits and drive widespread crypto adoption.",47.505001,49.0825,47.452499,47.354347,204136800,-1
2019-03-21," Zeux, an FCA-regulated payments app, announced support for IOTA's MIOTA tokens. Users can now use these tokens to make payments at merchants accepting Apple Pay and Samsung Pay. The partnership between Zeux and the IOTA Foundation aims to increase convenience and adoption of IOTA within the crypto community.",47.505001,49.0825,47.452499,47.354347,204136800,0
2019-03-21," Tesla has filed a lawsuit against a former engineer, Guangzhi Cao, for allegedly copying Autopilot source code before joining Chinese startup Xiaopeng Motors Technology Company Ltd. The company also accused four former employees and U.S. self-driving car startup Zoox of stealing proprietary information",47.505001,49.0825,47.452499,47.354347,204136800,0
2019-03-21," Tech stocks, led by Apple Inc., drove a broad market rally on Wall Street as investors' concerns over economic slowdown due to the Federal Reserve were alleviated by positive economic data. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.84%, S&P 500 gained 1.09%, and Nasdaq Composite",47.505001,49.0825,47.452499,47.354347,204136800,1
2019-03-21," The European Union's Antitrust Commissioner, Margrethe Vestager, has announced her candidacy for the presidency of the next European Commission. Known for enforcing competition rules and fining large corporations like Google and Apple, Vestager was put forward by the European liberal party, alongside six other prominent politicians. With",47.505001,49.0825,47.452499,47.354347,204136800,-1
2019-03-22," Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate Stephen Moore, a Heritage Foundation fellow and longtime supporter, for a seat on the Federal Reserve Board. The move may be aimed at checking current chairman Jerome Powell, who fell out of favor with Trump following rate increases that could slow economic growth ahead of his 2020 reelection",48.834999,49.422501,47.695,46.373718,169630800,1
2019-03-22," Myer, Australia's largest department store chain, announced it will stop selling Apple products due to weak demand and unprofitable sales. The decision applies to all 16 stores carrying Apple items, both online and offline. Apple's iPhone has faced declining demand globally, particularly in China due to the US-China trade",48.834999,49.422501,47.695,46.373718,169630800,-1
2019-03-25," This news article reports that the S&P 500 Index ended slightly lower on Monday due to concerns about a slowdown in global economic growth and as Apple's shares fell after the tech giant unveiled its video streaming service. The yield curve between three-month bills and ten-year notes inverted further, with benchmark ",47.877499,47.994999,46.650002,45.813015,175381200,-1
2019-03-25,"Wall Street is poised for a lower open on Monday amidst lingering concerns over economic slowdown and potential U.S. recession, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures experiencing losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average saw minimal declines. The inversion of the U.S.",47.877499,47.994999,46.650002,45.813015,175381200,0
2019-03-25," Inverted U.S. Treasury yield curve turns positive after a brief inversion, signaling possible economic recovery but also raising recession fears; stock index futures indicate lower open as investors remain cautious amidst economic uncertainty; Mueller report clears Trump of collusion with Russia, sparking political debates; German business morale unexpected",47.877499,47.994999,46.650002,45.813015,175381200,0
2019-03-25," The U.S stock market saw a mixed performance on Monday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite posting small losses while the Dow Jones Industrial Average eked out gains. Falling U.S government bond yields kept recession fears alive, despite analysts' upbeat outlook on global growth. Goldman",47.877499,47.994999,46.650002,45.813015,175381200,0
2019-03-25," The U.S. stock market experienced mixed performance after the close on Monday, with gains in Consumer Goods, Consumer Services, and Industrials sectors outweighing losses in Technology, Basic Materials, and Financials sectors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.06%, while the S&P 5",47.877499,47.994999,46.650002,45.813015,175381200,1
2019-03-25," Apple Inc. held a Hollywood-style event to announce its new television streaming service, featuring Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg, Jennifer Aniston, and Jason Momoa promoting original content. Apple aims to reinvent itself as an entertainment and financial services company amid falling iPhone sales. Over 30 shows have been commissioned, including projects",47.877499,47.994999,46.650002,45.813015,175381200,1
2019-03-25," Apple is set to unveil a television and movie streaming service on Monday, along with a new games subscription service for its App Store. The gaming service will focus on iPhones and iPads, bundling together paid games from various developers for a monthly fee. Notably, the service won't compete directly with cloud-based offer",47.877499,47.994999,46.650002,45.813015,175381200,0
2019-03-25," This news article reports on the pressured decline of Wall Street indices on Monday, with concerns over economic outlook dominating despite positive developments. The yield curve inversion, which had occurred on Friday, returned to normal but failed to ease investor anxiety. The Chicago Federal Reserve Bank President and former Fed Chairwoman downplayed recession concerns, while",47.877499,47.994999,46.650002,45.813015,175381200,0
2019-03-25," Viacom's stock surged 8.04% in premarket trade on Monday following the renewal of its contract with AT&T, preventing a blackout of MTV, Nickelodeon, and Comedy Central for DirecTV users. Nike faced a 1.37% decline due to a ",47.877499,47.994999,46.650002,45.813015,175381200,0
2019-03-25," Asian shares rebounded slightly on Tuesday after a tumultuous session the previous day, with China's Shanghai Composite and Shenzhen Component both showing gains. The Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong and Japan's Nikkei 225 also rose. However, shares of Apple supplier AAC Technologies Holdings",47.877499,47.994999,46.650002,45.813015,175381200,0
2019-03-25," Apple announced a host of new subscription services during its event, including ad-free streaming TV service Apple TV+, gaming service Apple Arcade, and a paid news service AppleNews. Apple TV+ will include original content and be available in 100 countries this autumn, while pricing remains undisclosed. Apple Arcade will offer over ",47.877499,47.994999,46.650002,45.813015,175381200,0
2019-03-26, Tesla's stock rose by 8.15% in premarket trade on Tuesday following the dismissal of a lawsuit over production claims for its Model 3 car. Bed Bath & Beyond's stock surged 17.2% after The Wall Street Journal reported that three activist funds were attempting to replace its entire board due,47.915001,48.220001,46.145,45.339684,199202000,1
2019-03-26," The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose, with energy stocks driving gains as oil prices advanced amid supply concerns. However, weak economic data, including a decline in U.S. housing starts and consumer confidence, kept gains in check. Apple fell on a patent infringement ruling, while Viacom surged on full-year guidance and merger rumors",47.915001,48.220001,46.145,45.339684,199202000,-1
2019-03-26," Goldman Sachs has announced a credit card partnership with Apple, aiming to tap into iPhone users and expand its consumer business. However, entering the co-branded cards market could be challenging, as retailers often hold sway and Goldman faces shareholder concerns over growing unsecured debt. The first Goldman Sachs credit card offers no",47.915001,48.220001,46.145,45.339684,199202000,0
2019-03-26," In a setback for Qualcomm, the full U. S International Trade Commission (ITC) rejected its bid to block imports of certain Apple iPhones in a final ruling on one dispute between the companies. An earlier non-binding recommendation from an administrative judge in favor of Qualcomm is now under review by the agency.",47.915001,48.220001,46.145,45.339684,199202000,0
2019-03-27," Lyft raised the price range for its IPO due to strong investor demand, targeting a valuation of up to $24.3 billion. This would make it the biggest US IPO since Alibaba in 2014, surpassing Snap's market cap at the time. Despite mounting losses and",47.1875,47.439999,46.637501,45.747482,119393600,1
2019-03-27," The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average declined on Wednesday due to decreasing U.S. government bond yields, which fueled recession fears. The benchmark 10-year yield fell to a 14-month low below 2.40%. Energy stocks were hit by the decline in WTI",47.1875,47.439999,46.637501,45.747482,119393600,-1
2019-03-27," Apple held an event at its Cupertino headquarters on Monday, where the focus was on the company's new TV service. However, the biggest announcement was not about original TV shows or subscription services but rather a new credit card called the Apple Card. Apple introduced Apple Pay in 2014 as a more secure and convenient alternative to plastic",47.1875,47.439999,46.637501,45.747482,119393600,0
2019-03-27," U.S. stocks ended lower on Wednesday, with losses in the Healthcare Technology and Oil & Gas sectors leading the decline. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 0.13%, the S&P 500 index declined 0.46%, and the NASDAQ Composite index dropped 0.63%. Bo",47.1875,47.439999,46.637501,45.747482,119393600,0
2019-03-28, Sony Corp is shutting down its Beijing smartphone plant due to cost-cutting measures aimed at making the money-losing business profitable from next year. The decision is not related to U.S.-China trade tensions. The closure will result in a loss of 95 billion yen for the financial year ending this month,47.237499,47.389999,46.8825,45.808159,83121600,-1
2019-03-28," Kazuo Hirai, Sony's chairman who led the company's revival from years of losses in consumer electronics, is retiring in June. Under Hirai and finance chief Kenichiro Yoshida, Sony transformed into an entertainment firm with steady revenue from music content and gaming. The company is on track for another record profit this",47.237499,47.389999,46.8825,45.808159,83121600,1
2019-03-29," Daimler, a German carmaker, has lodged a complaint against Nokia with EU antitrust regulators over essential patents for car communications. The tensions between tech companies and the auto industry are heightening as tech firms' technologies become crucial for navigation systems, vehicle-to-vehicle communication, and self-driving",47.4575,47.52,47.134998,46.106716,94256000,-1
2019-03-29," Apple announced the cancellation of its AirPower wireless charging mat, a product intended to charge up to three devices at once, including an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. The company stated that it could not meet its high standards for the project and apologized to customers. Apple continues to push for wireless technology but has faced challenges with fast,",47.4575,47.52,47.134998,46.106716,94256000,-1
2019-04-02," Apple and other consumer brands, including LVMH's Louis Vuitton and Kering's Gucci, reduced prices for their products in China following a cut in the country's value-added tax rate. The discounts ranged from up to 500 yuan for some iPhone models to around 3 percent",41.852501,42.915001,41.82,41.390125,125982000,0
2019-04-02," Swatch Group successfully defended its use of the ""Tick different"" slogan against Apple's trademark infringement claim. The Swiss Federal Administrative Court ruled in Swatch's favor, stating that Apple did not provide sufficient evidence to prove ""Think Different"" was well-known enough in Switzerland to merit protection. Apple'",41.852501,42.915001,41.82,41.390125,125982000,0
2019-04-02," In premarket trade Tuesday, Apple's NASDAQ AAPL stock decreased by 0.15% due to price cuts in China. Amazon's NASDAQ AMZN stock rose by 0.2%, following price reductions at Whole Foods stores. Lyft's NASDAQ LYFT",41.852501,42.915001,41.82,41.390125,125982000,0
2019-04-02," In US markets, futures for the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq were mostly flat on Tuesday. Crude oil prices reached a new high of $62.13 a barrel due to output cuts by OPEC producers. Boeing suffered pre-market losses after a software update delay for its trou",41.852501,42.915001,41.82,41.390125,125982000,-1
2019-04-03," Japan Display, a key Apple supplier, is set to begin providing OLED screens for the Apple Watch later this year. This represents a breakthrough for the cash-strapped company, whose shift to OLED came late and cost it orders from Apple. The deal marks Japan Display's entry into the OLED market, which is currently dominated by",43.922501,44.4375,43.4925,42.684212,109744800,1
2019-04-03," The S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq Composite closed higher on Wednesday due to optimism over U.S.-China trade talks and surging chip stocks. Myron Brilliant, executive vice president for international affairs at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, stated that ninety percent",43.922501,44.4375,43.4925,42.684212,109744800,0
2019-04-03," In the first quarter, Samsung Electronics faces challenges including falling memory chip prices and slowing demand for display panels, potentially leading to a significant earnings miss. Chipmakers have been hit hard by a global semiconductor industry glut due to weak smartphone sales, falling investment from data centers, China's economic slowdown, the",43.922501,44.4375,43.4925,42.684212,109744800,0
2019-04-04," Facebook has introduced a business version of WhatsApp, its encrypted messaging app, for iOS devices. The free app will initially be available in Brazil, Germany, Indonesia, India, Mexico, the UK, and the US, with a global rollout planned. It allows small businesses to communicate with customers and currently boasts over 5 million",48.697498,49.092499,48.285,47.499989,76457200,0
2019-04-04," In response to the deadly mosque shootings in Christchurch, Australia passed a new law fining social media and web hosting companies up to 10% of their global turnover and imprisoning executives for up to three years if they fail to remove violent content expeditiously. The legislation specifically targets videos or photographs showing murder, torture",48.697498,49.092499,48.285,47.499989,76457200,0
2019-04-04," EU antitrust regulators should consider compelling tech giants like Google and Amazon to share their data with competitors, instead of breaking them up, according to a report from three academics appointed by European Commissioner Margrethe Vestager. The experts also recommended faster investigations and stronger arguments against ""killer acquisitions"" to prevent dominance",48.697498,49.092499,48.285,47.499989,76457200,1
2019-04-04," Sara Bareilles, a singer-songwriter, has released a new album, ""Amidst the Chaos,"" expressing her emotions over the 2016 US elections. The album includes love songs about former President Barack Obama and Michelle, reflecting her grief and support for social movements like female empowerment. Inspired",48.697498,49.092499,48.285,47.499989,76457200,-1
2019-04-04," Apple has slashed the price of its iPhone XR model in India by approximately one-fourth, according to sources. The reduction, which includes a credit card cashback campaign, is aimed at boosting sales and competing with more affordable devices from Samsung and OnePlus. The price cut applies to all variants of the iPhone XR on the",48.697498,49.092499,48.285,47.499989,76457200,0
2019-04-10," In March, mobile phone shipments to China dropped by 6 percent from the previous year to 28.4 million units, according to official figures. This is the fifth consecutive month of decline and follows an anemic year in 2018 when total shipments fell 15.5 percent. The slowdown is attributed to",56.41,56.872501,55.9725,55.524677,138478800,0
2019-04-10," Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry have partnered to create an Apple documentary, set for release next year, aimed at promoting mental health awareness. Harry, who has been vocal about his struggles following his mother's death, revealed that he came close to a breakdown as a child. He and Winfrey, one of the world's",56.41,56.872501,55.9725,55.524677,138478800,1
2019-04-10," Google raised YouTube TV's monthly membership fee by 25% to $49.99, effective April 10 for new subscribers and May 13 for existing ones. The price hike comes with the addition of channels like Discovery, Animal Planet, and TLC, taking the total number to over ",56.41,56.872501,55.9725,55.524677,138478800,0
2019-04-10,"Delta Airlines' Q1 earnings surpassed expectations, leading to a 2.7% increase in DAL stock. HSBC downgraded Apple stock due to concerns over returns on investment in services, but Bank of America raised its price target. JetBlue speculation and possible AT&T sale fueled gains for JBLU and T",56.41,56.872501,55.9725,55.524677,138478800,1
2019-04-11,"Apple is under investigation by the Dutch competition agency, ACM, for allegedly favoring its own apps on the App Store. The probe may expand to Google's Play Store due to similar business practices. Indications of possible anti-competitive behavior include preferential treatment for Apple's own apps, mandatory use of its payment systems with",64.332497,64.462502,63.845001,62.982265,103272000,0
2019-04-11," Apple has nearly doubled the number of suppliers using clean energy for production, including major iPhone manufacturers Hon Hai Precision Industry and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing. The companies are part of Apple's initiative to reduce its carbon footprint by encouraging suppliers to build their own renewable energy projects or sign power purchase agreements with new renewable energy",64.332497,64.462502,63.845001,62.982265,103272000,1
2019-04-12," In this article, a Chinese-Taiwanese group led by TPK Holding and Harvest Group will take control of Japan Display with a 21 billion bailout plan, making them the company's biggest shareholders. The rescue comes after previous government bailouts failed to help Japan Display reduce its dependence on Apple, whose slowing",65.267502,65.827499,65.169998,64.21154,67181600,-1
2019-04-15," The chairman of Taiwan's Foxconn, Terry Gou, plans to step down from his position in the coming months to allow younger talent to take over. This comes as Foxconn tries to diversify its business and reduce its reliance on Apple, which is also seeking new suppliers. Gou hopes to remain involved in strategic decisions but not daily",49.645,49.962502,49.502499,48.359261,70146400,0
2019-04-15," Amazon's potential entry into the free music streaming market sent shockwaves through the industry, with shares of Amazon NASDAQ AMZN and Spotify NYSE:SPOT sliding in early trading. According to a report by Billboard, Amazon has entered into discussions to launch a free, ad-supported music service, which could become available",49.645,49.962502,49.502499,48.359261,70146400,-1
2019-04-16," In a complex trial in San Diego, Apple accused Qualcomm of abusing market power by using its patent licensing practices to maintain control over premium modem chips for smartphones. Qualcomm countered that Apple bullied contract manufacturers into withholding royalty payments, amounting to billions in potential revenue loss. The jury will determine the fate",49.865002,50.342499,49.639999,48.364113,102785600,0
2019-04-17," Taiwan business tycoon Terry Gou, chairman of Apple supplier Foxconn and Taiwan's richest person with a net worth of $7.6 billion, announced his intention to contest the 2020 presidential election, joining the opposition China-friendly Kuomintang (KMT) party and shaking up the political landscape.",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,0
2019-04-17," Chinese video-sharing app TikTok, owned by Bytedance Technology, has been removed from Google's Play Store and Apple's App Store in India following a state court order. The app, which allows users to create and share short videos with special effects, is popular in India but faced criticism for inappropriate content. A",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,0
2019-04-17," TomTom, a Dutch navigation and digital maps firm, reported a 14% increase in first quarter revenue to €169.5 million, beating analysts' forecasts. The company secured two contracts to supply high definition (HD) maps to major carmakers, positioning it as an early player in this growing market. TomTom",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,1
2019-04-17," In a volatile trading session, the S&P 500 was virtually unchanged, with gains in tech stocks led by Qualcomm's 10% surge after a legal victory against Apple, offset by declines in healthcare stocks. The Philadelphia chip index rallied due to China's steady economic growth and earnings reports, while",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,1
2019-04-17," Aeva Inc, a startup founded by former Apple engineers, has signed a deal with Audi's autonomous driving unit, AID Autonomous Intelligent Driving, for lidar sensor systems. Aida will use Aeva's sensors on its e-tron development fleet vehicles in Munich, Germany. The lidar",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,1
2019-04-17," The Chinese government is considering drafting stimulus measures to boost car and electronics sales, according to sources. The plans include subsidies for new energy vehicles, smartphones, and home appliances. This move comes as leaders attempt to mitigate trade tensions with the U.S. and bolster consumption. Retail sales expanded 8",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,0
2019-04-17," This news article reports that Apple Inc. faced a securities fraud lawsuit for allegedly concealing weakened demand for iPhones, particularly in China, leading to a significant stock price drop. The complaint was filed by the City of Roseville Employees Retirement System and seeks damages for investors who bought Apple stock before January 201",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,-1
2019-04-17," Facebook, aiming to compete with Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant, is developing a voice assistant technology that could be integrated into its AR/VR products like Portal, Oculus, and future projects. The exact usage of the assistant remains unclear but it could potentially be used on Portal video chat smart speakers or Oculus head",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,-1
2019-04-17," Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced his intention to renegotiate the state's contract with Foxconn Technology Group due to the company's failure to meet job creation goals. The Taiwanese firm, which received around $4 billion in tax breaks and incentives under former Republican Governor Scott Walker, is expected to create fewer jobs than initially pled",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,0
2019-04-17," On Wednesday, Morgan Stanley's revenue fell less than expected, leading to a smaller profit decline. Netflix added a record number of subscribers but missed consensus earnings forecasts for Q2. Qualcomm saw a surge in stock price due to a patent settlement with Apple and potential earnings boost from Huawei. PepsiCo reported better-",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,-1
2019-04-17," In a move to combat rising robocalls and spam, T Mobile has launched a new call protection feature in collaboration with Comcast. The feature, called Caller Verified, identifies authentic calls across both networks by using industry standard STIR SHAKEN technology. Customers on certain Samsung and LG devices can already use it,",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,0
2019-04-17," Wall Street showed mixed reactions on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite posting gains, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped. The upbeat earnings from Morgan Stanley and PepsiCo, along with positive Chinese economic data, helped ease concerns of a global slowdown. China's economy grew by ",49.884998,50.845001,49.6525,49.305897,115627200,-1
2019-04-18," In the news article, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker, reported a steep quarterly profit drop of 32% due to weak global demand for smartphones and the prolonged U.S.-China trade war. However, TSMC expressed optimism about the out",50.779999,51.037498,50.630001,49.483093,96783200,0
2019-04-18," In this article, a senior U.S. official expresses concern over China's attempts to exert influence on Taiwan's upcoming presidential election, including disinformation campaigns and direct interference. China's military pressure on the self-ruled island, which Beijing views as its sacred territory, has increased, with Beijing suspecting President Ts",50.779999,51.037498,50.630001,49.483093,96783200,-1
2019-04-18," Apple plans to open a Material Recovery lab in Austin, Texas, to research new methods for recovering valuable materials from its devices using robotics and machine learning. The 9,000 square foot lab will be located at the same facility as Daisy, an Apple-built robot that can disassemble iPhones at a",50.779999,51.037498,50.630001,49.483093,96783200,1
2019-04-18," In an effort to address EU antitrust concerns and avoid further penalties, Alphabet's Google will begin allowing Android users in Europe to choose from five alternative browsers and search engines starting Thursday. The company was previously fined a record €4.34 billion for using its market power to block rivals in internet browsing. Google",50.779999,51.037498,50.630001,49.483093,96783200,1
2019-04-18," Samsung Electronics has reported issues with the displays of its upcoming foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Fold, raising concerns over a smooth launch. The handset, set to be released in the US on April 26, features a second display as large as a small tablet. However, journalists supplied with review samples have reported malfunctions within",50.779999,51.037498,50.630001,49.483093,96783200,0
2019-04-22," Taiwan's export orders continued to decline for the fifth consecutive month in March, falling at a faster-than-expected rate of 9%. The Ministry of Economic Affairs reported that orders totaled $38.59 billion, down 8.4% annually for January-March. Hi-tech factories, major suppliers for global",50.7075,51.235001,50.584999,49.645725,77758000,0
2019-04-22," Samsung Electronics has delayed the retail launch of its new Galaxy Fold smartphone due to display issues reported by reviewers. About 50 units were sent for review, with several reporting screen defects such as bulges and blinking screens. The root cause of the problem is not yet known, but initial findings suggest it may be related",50.7075,51.235001,50.584999,49.645725,77758000,-1
2019-04-23," The social media company Snap reported better-than-expected earnings for Q1, with a loss of 10 cents per share and revenue of $320.4 million. The popularity of its original shows and the launch of a new Android app drove these results, leading to an increase in daily active users (DAUs) to ",51.107498,51.9375,50.974998,50.361782,93292000,0
2019-04-23," Chinese tech giant Tencent Holdings has invested in Argentine mobile banking service Uala, joining investors including George Soros and Point72 Ventures. The investment significantly raised Uala's valuation and will help accelerate its growth plans. Uala offers prepaid Mastercards, bill payment, metro card top up, and digital",51.107498,51.9375,50.974998,50.361782,93292000,1
2019-04-23," This news article reports that India's ban on Chinese video app TikTok is causing daily financial losses of up to $6.6 million for its developer, Beijing Bytedance Technology Co. The ban has put over 250 jobs at risk and has also impacted the user base, losing close to one million new users per day",51.107498,51.9375,50.974998,50.361782,93292000,-1
2019-04-24," LG Electronics, one of the world's top three mobile phone makers a decade ago, announced it would cease smartphone production in South Korea and shift manufacturing to Vietnam. The move comes as global demand for smartphones slumps and LG struggles with market share below 3%. Despite low global presence, LG maintains",51.84,52.119999,51.762501,50.284119,70162400,-1
2019-04-24," Silicon Valley ethicists Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin, co-founders of the nonprofit Center for Humane Technology, urged tech leaders to focus on reversing ""human downgrading"" by reconsidering the design and financial incentives of their systems. They warned that the excessive exploitation of human weaknesses",51.84,52.119999,51.762501,50.284119,70162400,1
2019-04-24," ASM International beat first quarter expectations with revenue of 249 million euros and order intake of 235 million euros. The strong performance was attributed to its fabrication and logic semiconductor businesses. For Q2, the company anticipates revenue between 230-250 million euros and orders",51.84,52.119999,51.762501,50.284119,70162400,0
2019-04-24," The Indian state court has lifted a ban on the popular video-sharing app TikTok, allowing its developer Beijing Bytedance Technology Co to resume operations in the country. The ban was imposed earlier this month due to concerns over pornographic content and potential child exposure to sexual predators. Apple and Google had removed TikTok from their Indian",51.84,52.119999,51.762501,50.284119,70162400,0
2019-04-24," Wall Street experienced muted trading on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average declining slightly following disappointing earnings reports from Boeing and Caterpillar. Boeing's first quarter report revealed a 21% profit drop due to the ongoing grounding of its 737 Max aircraft",51.84,52.119999,51.762501,50.284119,70162400,0
2019-04-25," In a legal dispute, Spotify has agreed to remove all songs from Indian record label Saregama from its streaming app after failing to reach licensing terms. Saregama filed a petition in Delhi High Court seeking an injunction against Spotify. The court document reveals that Spotify's senior counsel stated the removal would occur within ",51.7075,51.939999,51.279999,49.827774,74172800,-1
2019-04-26," Sony, the Japanese technology giant, announced a sharper than expected drop in annual profit due to a slower gaming business with the PlayStation 4 console nearing the end of its life. The company warned of significant changes to the operating environment and withdrew earnings goals for individual businesses. Gaming profits are expected to decrease due to costs for developing a",51.224998,51.25,50.529999,49.589897,74596400,0
2019-04-29," Spotify reported better-than-expected Q1 revenue growth, reaching 100 million paid subscribers despite increasing competition from Apple Music, Amazon, and Google. The streaming giant seeks expansion in emerging markets and continues aggressive pricing strategies. The company aims to grow at over 30% per year with 107-11",51.099998,51.4925,50.965,49.665138,88818800,1
2019-04-29," The S&P 500 reached a new intraday record high on Monday, fueled by strong consumer spending data and tame inflation. The index, along with the Nasdaq, closed at another record. The bull market's longevity is seen continuing due to hopes of trade deal resolution, upbeat earnings,",51.099998,51.4925,50.965,49.665138,88818800,1
2019-04-29," This news article reports on Spotify's first quarter financial results. The company exceeded revenue expectations, with revenues growing by 33% to €1.51 billion, driven mainly by paid user subscriptions which accounted for 92% of revenues. Spotify reached a milestone of 100 million paid",51.099998,51.4925,50.965,49.665138,88818800,0
2019-04-30," The Czech Finance Ministry is finalizing plans to impose a digital tax on global internet giants, such as Google, Apple, Facebook, and Amazon, with a rate of 7 percent. This tax will primarily target advertising services and data sales. The tax could generate around 5 billion crowns (219 million USD) annually for the",50.764999,50.849998,49.7775,48.70879,186139600,0
2019-04-30," In early trading, U.S. stock futures were flat despite mixed economic data from China and Europe, with tech stocks set for a weaker opening due to disappointing earnings reports from Google parent Alphabet and Samsung. Domestic earnings releases from companies like General Electric, Eli Lilly, McDonald's, Pfizer, Merck, Master",50.764999,50.849998,49.7775,48.70879,186139600,0
2019-04-30," Foxconn's Chairman, Gou, is traveling to the United States on Tuesday for a White House meeting believed to be related to an investment in Wisconsin. The company remains committed to its contract to build a display plant and tech research facilities despite reports of reconsidering plans for advanced liquid crystal display panels due to hiring mostly engineers and researchers instead",50.764999,50.849998,49.7775,48.70879,186139600,0
2019-04-30," In mixed trading on Wall Street, disappointing earnings from Google pressured tech stocks, while positive numbers from Dow components supported bulls. The Dow Jones rose 0.1%, S&P 500 fell 0.2%, and Nasdaq Composite dropped 0.5%. Google parent Alphabet reported its slowest revenue",50.764999,50.849998,49.7775,48.70879,186139600,0
2019-04-30," Media mogul Oprah Winfrey, known for influencing millions with her opinions on diets and books, is considering which Democratic presidential candidate to endorse in 2020. She told the Hollywood Reporter she's ""quietly figuring out where I'm going to use my voice"" and will make a clear announcement",50.764999,50.849998,49.7775,48.70879,186139600,-1
2019-04-30," European shares fell on Tuesday, with banks underperforming amid a decline in China's manufacturing activity and awaiting euro zone economic growth numbers. The pan-European STOXX 600 index dropped 0.7% while major indices fell except London's FTSE 100. Danske Bank plunged",50.764999,50.849998,49.7775,48.70879,186139600,-1
2019-04-30," This article reports that the S&P 500 reached another record high close on Tuesday, marking its best four-month stretch since late 2010. Apple's strong quarterly results and positive earnings forecast helped ease concerns about the bull run's sustainability, despite a revenue miss from Google parent Alphabet. The",50.764999,50.849998,49.7775,48.70879,186139600,-1
2019-04-30," The Federal Reserve is anticipated to keep interest rates unchanged in their upcoming meeting, with a likelihood of a rate cut expected later this year. The Fed Chairman's press conference may provide significant market impact as investors seek insights on economic growth and inflation. Apple's earnings report exceeded expectations, leading to a post-market surge in shares, while",50.764999,50.849998,49.7775,48.70879,186139600,-1
2019-04-30," In the first quarter, South Korea's Samsung Electronics reported its weakest profit in over two years due to falls in chip prices and slowing demand for display panels. The tech giant expects improved results in the second half of 2019, driven by a pickup in memory chip and smartphone sales. However, memory chip",50.764999,50.849998,49.7775,48.70879,186139600,0