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Marcus Chen

Markets & Equities Correspondent

Marcus Chen has covered global equity markets for 12 years, reporting on earnings season, stock listings, and corporate deal activity across US and Asian exchanges. He holds a CFA charter and previously worked as an equity research associate at a Singapore brokerage before moving into financial journalism. His reporting focuses on translating quarterly results and M&A activity into plain-language coverage for retail investors.

Covers:
  • stocks
  • markets
  • earnings
  • mergers-acquisitions
Latest by Marcus Chen
Nuclear Energy Firm Holtec Files for Initial Public Offering

Nuclear Energy Firm Holtec Files for Initial Public Offering

Jul 12, 2026

Holtec Nuclear Corporation has filed for an initial public offering of its Class A common stock, with plans to list on the Nasdaq exchange under the ticker 'HNUC'. The filing outlines a dual-class share structure but does not yet specify the offering price or size.

South Korea's Kospi Trades at Record Discount as AI Earnings Outpace Rally

South Korea's Kospi Trades at Record Discount as AI Earnings Outpace Rally

Jul 12, 2026

South Korea's main stock index is trading at a record-low valuation, as a surge in corporate profits driven by AI chip demand outpaces this year's 80% market rally. While some investors see a significant opportunity, others remain cautious about the sustainability of the tech-led earnings boom.

Nvidia Affirms AI Roadmap and Broadening Demand in Investor Update

Nvidia Affirms AI Roadmap and Broadening Demand in Investor Update

Jul 12, 2026

Nvidia has reaffirmed its AI product roadmap is on schedule and reports that demand is expanding beyond hyperscalers, according to an analyst note. The chipmaker also clarified its outlook on future energy efficiency and maintained its gross margin guidance.