BUSINESS

NEW YORK — Pfizer Inc. shares ticked up modestly Tuesday as investors weighed fresh positive oncology data against the pharmaceutical giant's flat revenue guidance for 2026 and ongoing pressures from declining COVID-19 product sales.

Shares of Centessa Pharmaceuticals plc skyrocketed more than 44% Tuesday after the clinical-stage biotech announced it would be acquired by pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly and Co. in a deal valued at up to $7.8 billion, giving Lilly a promising pipeline of experimental treatments for sleep-wake disorders.

NEW YORK — A wave of high-profile companies has accelerated its departure from New York in 2026, citing soaring taxes, burdensome regulations and a shifting political climate under Mayor Zohran Mamdani as key drivers behind the ongoing business exodus to lower-cost Sun Belt states like Florida and Texas.

Shares of Apellis Pharmaceuticals Inc. exploded more than 135% Tuesday after the biotech company announced it would be acquired by larger rival Biogen Inc., in a deal that promises to supercharge growth in immunology, rare diseases and nephrology.

NEW YORK — NVIDIA Corp. shares jumped more than 3% in morning trading Tuesday, climbing toward $170.80 as investors welcomed signs of potential de-escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict and bet on continued explosive demand for the company's artificial intelligence chips.

NEW YORK — Microsoft Corp. shares climbed more than 2% in morning trading Tuesday, with the stock reaching around $366.64 as broader market optimism over potential Iran conflict de-escalation lifted tech names and investors looked past recent concerns about heavy AI spending.

OMAHA, Neb. — Warren Buffett, the legendary investor who stepped down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO at the end of 2025, acknowledged Tuesday that he sold too much of the conglomerate's massive Apple stake too early, even as he continues to weigh in on investments and philanthropy at age 95.

LONDON — Britain's benchmark FTSE 100 index climbed above 10,220 points Tuesday, gaining nearly 1% in midday trading as optimism over potential de-escalation in Middle East tensions lifted investor sentiment and boosted mining and consumer stocks.

NEW YORK — At 70 years old, Jamie Dimon remains one of the most influential figures in global finance, steering JPMorgan Chase — America's largest bank by assets — through economic turbulence while issuing pointed warnings about artificial intelligence, potential recession risks and market exuberance in 2026.

SYDNEY — In a decision hailed by unions as a historic win for young workers but criticized by employers as adding cost pressures, Australia's **Fair Work Commission** on Tuesday abolished discounted junior pay rates for employees aged 18 to 20 in the retail, fast food and pharmacy sectors, ruling they should receive the full adult award wage after gaining experience.

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Alphabet Inc.'s Class C shares (GOOG) traded around $274.92 midday Tuesday in New York, up 0.42% on the session, as investors weighed the tech giant's aggressive artificial intelligence investments against broader market volatility and looming regulatory risks.

Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX) shares traded at $93.88, up 46 cents or 0.49% during Monday's session, reflecting continued investor focus on the streaming giant's pricing power and ambitious 2026 content strategy as the company navigates a competitive entertainment landscape.

Wells Fargo customers across the United States encountered difficulties accessing online banking and the mobile app on Monday, March 30, 2026, as the bank's digital platforms displayed messages indicating temporary unavailability and users reported login problems, missing account data and loading errors.

GameStop Corp. shares rose modestly in early trading Monday, March 30, 2026, trading around $22.40 after closing at $22.10 on Friday, as the video game retailer's stock continued to reflect its status as a volatile meme favorite amid ongoing speculation about CEO Ryan Cohen's strategic plans and a strengthened balance sheet.

NEW YORK — U.S. stock futures edged higher Monday morning, March 30, 2026, as investors weighed President Donald Trump's signals of progress in talks with Iran against persistent geopolitical tensions that have driven oil prices sharply higher and kept markets volatile entering a holiday-shortened trading week.

SYDNEY — Australia's export economy in 2026 remains heavily reliant on its vast natural resources, with iron ore, energy commodities and gold dominating the country's trade ledger as global demand from Asia continues to drive billions in revenue despite fluctuating prices and geopolitical uncertainties.

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London's benchmark FTSE 100 index climbed in early trading Monday as some defensive stocks provided support, even as investors grappled with escalating tensions in the Middle East and surging oil prices that have heightened inflation fears across global markets.

SYDNEY, Australia — Australia's travel sector is showing renewed momentum in 2026 as international and domestic tourism continues its post-pandemic recovery, corporate travel rebounds and technology platforms capture growing global hotel bookings.

Petrol prices across Australia have surged in March 2026 due to global oil volatility triggered by Middle East tensions, pushing regular unleaded averages well above $2.40 per litre in most capital cities as of late March.

SYDNEY, Australia — The S&P/ASX 200 index closed at 8,461.0 on Monday, March 30, 2026, shedding 55.3 points or 0.65% in a session marked by broad-based selling across financials, consumer stocks and select miners, as persistent uncertainty from Middle East conflicts and elevated global oil prices continued to pressure investor sentiment.

NEW YORK — Bitcoin rose steadily on Sunday, March 29, 2026, climbing 0.72% to trade at $66,808.99 as of 12:14 p.m. UTC, extending a modest recovery in the broader cryptocurrency market amid easing geopolitical concerns and steady institutional inflows.

NEW YORK — World oil prices climbed sharply in late March 2026, with benchmark crude surging past the psychologically important $100-per-barrel level amid renewed geopolitical risks in the Middle East, potential supply disruptions and cautious optimism over global demand recovery.

As artificial intelligence reshapes industries and economic uncertainty tests corporate resilience, a select group of chief executives continues to set the pace for American business in 2026.

SYDNEY — Motorists hunting for the cheapest petrol in Sydney city on Saturday, March 28, 2026, face elevated prices driven by international oil market volatility, but several stations within or near the central business district still offer relative savings compared to the metropolitan average hovering around 244-250 cents per litre for regular unleaded and E10.

U.S. stocks tumbled Thursday as fresh doubts about a quick end to the U.S.-Iran conflict and a sharp rise in oil prices reignited inflation fears, sending the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 469 points and pushing the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite into correction territory.

European stocks are drawing renewed attention from global investors in 2026 as the STOXX 600 trades near record levels despite geopolitical tensions and energy price swings, with analysts pointing to attractive valuations, sector-specific tailwinds and potential earnings growth in areas like artificial intelligence infrastructure, defense spending and healthcare innovation.