Citi outlined a clear pathway to stronger, more durable returns at its 2026 Investor Day, highlighting the growing strategic importance of its global network in driving future growth.
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US Top News and Analysis | This metal just set a new record, boosted by AI data center demand. Citi says it’s time to 'chase the move higher'
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Copper has hit fresh all‑time highs as demand from artificial‑intelligence data centers surges, with July‑dated futures finishing up 1.09% at $6,531 per metric ton and the London Metal Exchange price reaching a record $14,021 per metric ton. Citi strategist Charlie Massy‑Collier says the rally reflects both the energy‑transition and AI‑driven demand that has driven virtually all copper growth since 2022, as well as strategic inventory stockpiling that could further lift prices. He views the recent breakout above $13,500 as confirmation that a strengthening macro backdrop can sustain higher prices and projects copper could climb to around $15,000 per metric ton, about 7% above the latest close. To capitalize on the move, Massy‑Collier is purchasing a digital LME copper call option with a $15,250 strike expiring on Aug 5.
Observer | 16 Business Leaders to Join Trump on High-Stakes China Trip, With Notable Absences by Rachel Curry
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President Donald Trump is set to travel to Beijing for a two‑day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, accompanied by a delegation of 16 top U.S. executives from technology, finance and manufacturing, including Apple CEO Tim Cook, Tesla and SpaceX founder Elon Musk, BlackRock’s Larry Fink and CEOs of Qualcomm, Micron, Boeing, Goldman Sachs and others. The visit comes amid heightened U.S.–China tensions over trade, AI, semiconductor exports, Taiwan, fentanyl trafficking and the broader geopolitical fallout of the Iran war, and signals the growing role of corporate America in diplomatic negotiations as firms seek to secure supply‑chain stability and market access. Notable absences were Nvidia’s Jensen Huang, OpenAI’s Sam Altman and Cisco’s Chuck Robbins, while the delegation is expected to discuss potential new “boards of investment” and “boards of trade” and address specific corporate interests such as Tesla’s approval for its full‑self‑driving technology and Boeing’s pursuit of a major Chinese aircraft order.
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US Top News and Analysis | Amazon posted a blowout quarter. Why the Street says this is only the start of the stock's strong run
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Amazon.com reported a strong first‑quarter earnings beat, posting $181.52 billion in revenue—above the $177.3 billion forecast—and earnings of $2.78 per share versus the $1.64 consensus estimate. AWS accelerated 28% quarter‑over‑quarter, driven by AI‑related workload shifts and its Trainium chip, while the company lifted its second‑quarter revenue outlook to $194‑199 billion. Although the stock initially rose more than 4% before retracing, analysts were upbeat: Barclays raised its target to $330, Citi to $285, Morgan Stanley to $330, Bernstein to $315, BofA to $310, Mizuho to $325, and Canaccord to $330, citing AWS’s AI‑driven growth, a robust retail business, expanding margins, and a strong backlog that position Amazon as a leading AI and e‑commerce player.
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US Top News and Analysis | Citi UK CEO: 'Phenomenal' market resilience is keeping recession risk at bay — for now
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Citi UK CEO Tiina Lee told CNBC’s “Squawk Box Europe” that a recession is not her base‑case scenario and she expects global growth to stay fairly resilient through 2026, driven by a surprisingly strong U.S. economy and robust opportunities in AI, data‑infrastructure and energy, alongside record‑high M&A activity. While she warned that a prolonged Middle‑East conflict could push Brent crude above $120‑$150 a barrel and alter market dynamics, she remains confident in the durability of growth, noting North America as a crucial export market for multinational, especially Chinese, firms and highlighting the potential of UK‑China collaboration in clean‑energy, battery production and financial services.
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Citi warns US economy showing signs of transitioning from Goldilocks to overheating amid Iran war, citing investor behavior shifts and rising inflation, while recommending quality stocks, value stocks, and cyclical investments over growth stocks in high-inflation environment
US Top News and Analysis | Worried about rising gas prices? These 5 credit cards save on transit, rideshare and more
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Rising gas prices have sparked interest in credit cards that offset transportation costs, and CNBC Select outlines several options that reward public‑transit, rideshares, bike‑shares and broader travel spending. The Citi Custom Cash® Card automatically delivers up to 5% cash back in the top spending category—including transit, bridges, tolls and parking—while the Wells Fargo Attune® World Elite Mastercard offers a flat 4% cash back on public‑transit, EV charging and related services. Premium cards such as the American Express Platinum provide extensive travel perks, including up to $200 in Uber Cash, $120 in Uber One credits, and multiple statement credits for rides, bike‑share services, airport lounge access and other travel expenses. The Chase Sapphire Reserve adds a $300 annual travel credit that automatically reimburses rideshare, subway and taxi purchases, plus additional Lyft credits. For those already holding a rideshare‑linked card, Uber One credits on the Amex Platinum and Lyft credits on select World Mastercard tiers further reduce costs. Together, these cards let consumers earn cash back or statement credits on everyday commuting, helping mitigate the impact of higher fuel prices.
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The World Bank Group, through its private-sector arm the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and Citi have signed a new 1.6 billion South African rand borrowing facility that will expand...
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The World Bank Group, through its private-sector arm the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and Citi have signed a new 1.6 billion South African rand borrowing facility that will expand IFC’s ability to provide local currency (LC) financing in South Africa.
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