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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
Volkswagen and Audi Deliveries Fall on Weak China Demand, Shares Dip

Volkswagen and Audi Deliveries Fall on Weak China Demand, Shares Dip

Jul 10, 2026

Volkswagen Group and its Audi brand reported a significant drop in vehicle deliveries for the first half of the year, driven by a sharp sales decline in China. The German automaker's shares fell as it contends with intense competition and pushes forward with a major restructuring plan.

St. James’s Place Stock Slides as AI Disruption Fears Linger

St. James’s Place Stock Slides as AI Disruption Fears Linger

Jul 10, 2026

Shares in UK wealth manager St. James’s Place fell more than 6% as investor anxiety intensifies over the potential for artificial intelligence to disrupt traditional advice-led business models, a concern amplified by a recent analyst downgrade.

Bayer Secures €3 Billion From Apollo for Stake in Contraceptives Unit

Bayer Secures €3 Billion From Apollo for Stake in Contraceptives Unit

Jul 10, 2026

Bayer has announced a €3 billion equity financing deal with Apollo Global Management for a non-controlling stake in its Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives business. The German pharmaceutical giant will retain full operational control of the unit, best known for its Mirena family of products.