NewsWatch: Here’s how the delta variant could impact markets and what to do, says JPMorgan

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The delta variant of coronavirus doesn’t pose risk for markets and could even provide a boost for value stocks and bond yields, JPMorgan strategists said. See full story.

Didi, the biggest IPO of a monster week, sees stock struggle slightly in debut

Shares of Didi, which one analyst said “is just as unprofitable as Uber and Lyft,” started their U.S. public market debut with a nearly 20% pop but ended regular trading just 1% higher. See full story.

Stocks in Europe gain to open third quarter, with Primark owner rising

European stocks advanced on Thursday, kicking off the third quarter with strong gains. See full story.

Pending home sales surge higher, but economists warn that the housing market could ‘soon hit bottom’

The housing market saw a brief reprieve last month — thanks to lower mortgage rates and an uptick in sales listings. See full story.

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