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Semiconductor and auto shares led Wednesday’s gains.

HSBC Holdings’ fourth-quarter net profit rose sharply, driven by higher net interest income and one-off gains from disposals.

The Singapore dollar strengthened slightly against its U.S. counterpart amid mild risk-on sentiment.

Oil rose in the morning Asian session as traders braced for U.S.-Iran talks.

Gold edged higher in the early morning Asian session on possible position adjustments.

A potential executive order would enlist banks in the Trump administration’s illegal-immigration crackdown.

This year was supposed to be a blockbuster for technology offerings of all sizes.

Investors look for more clarity on tech shifts.

Find insight on Waymo, the implications of the Supreme Court’s tariff ruling, Kia and more in the latest Market Talks covering Auto and Transport.

Find insight on crude futures and more in the latest Market Talks covering Energy and Utilities.