Thu, Jun 18, 2026 Market News Archive, Page 6

M US Sec War Hegseth Reviews Basing US Secretary of War Hegseth is reviewing the right place for basing GEOPOLITICS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

H US Sec: Europeans To Step Up US Secretary of War says European countries are prepared to increase involvement in the Strait of Hormuz GEOPOLITICS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

H US Sec: War Iran Deal US Secretary says Iran deal came from US position of strength GEOPOLITICS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

H US: Adjusts Mideast Troop Presence US Secretary of War Hegseth says changes to US troop presence in the Middle East are conditions-based GEOPOLITICS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

H US, Iran Meet Friday The US and Iran are set to meet on Friday for initial talks on pact execution, according to the Swiss Foreign Ministry. GEOPOLITICS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

M France Sells EU Bonds France sells EU 465M 2032s and 2038s bonds with average yields of 1.1% and 1.72% respectively EQUITY | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

M Paramount Skydance: Receives Chinese Antitrust Clearance Paramount Skydance merger receives unconditional Chinese antitrust clearance on June 17, 2026, according to an SEC filing. EQUITY | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

H Israel Deploys IDF Israel deploys IDF approximately 10 kilometers inside Lebanese territory due to operational requirements GEOPOLITICS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

M China Deepens Canada Ties China is deepening its ties with Canada in electric vehicles and artificial intelligence. GEOPOLITICS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

L Citi Resumes Costco Citigroup resumes Costco coverage with a neutral rating and a price target of $1020 EQUITY | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

H US Banks Probed US banks face scrutiny in DOJ probe of Iran Supreme Leader's money flows GEOPOLITICS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

H JP Morgan Raises Nikkei Target JP Morgan raises 2026 year-end target for Japan's Nikkei Index to 75,000 from 70,000 EQUITY | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

H Iran Pres: Peace Needs Mutual Respect Iran's President Pezeshkian says peace will be realized in the shadow of mutual respect GEOPOLITICS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

M Kroger Misses Q1 EPS Kroger reports Q1 adjusted EPS of $1.58, missing estimates of $1.59, with sales of $46.18 billion and identical-store sales growth of 1%. EARNINGS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

M Pfizer CEO Steps Down Pfizer CEO to step down on August 15 EQUITY | Jun 18, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC

M The next two weeks could be a bumpy ride for U.S. stocks. Buy any dip, this strategist says. Citadel strategist Scott Rubner says one of the most important two weeks of the year is here, and that could open buying opportunities for stocks. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:46 AM UTC

M The next two weeks could bring a bumpy ride for U.S. stocks. Buy any dip, says this strategist. Citadel strategist Scott Rubner says one of the most important two weeks of the year is here, and that could open buying opportunities for stocks. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:46 AM UTC

H Swiss central bank readies for FX intervention if safe haven franc strengthens The Swiss National Bank is prepared to counter any fresh upward pressure on the Swiss franc, having increased its willingness to intervene in FX markets since the Iran war. The central bank left its main policy rate unch NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:42 AM UTC

M Why is Albemarle stock climbing today? Why is Albemarle stock climbing today? NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:22 AM UTC

M China defends minerals export controls after G7 calls to reduce reliance China defends minerals export controls after G7 calls to reduce reliance NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:21 AM UTC

M Form 8K Global Net Lease Inc For: 18 June Form 8K Global Net Lease Inc For: 18 June NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:20 AM UTC

M Form 6K Roboai Inc For: 18 June Form 6K Roboai Inc For: 18 June NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:20 AM UTC

M Form 6K Banco Santander For: 18 June Form 6K Banco Santander For: 18 June NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:20 AM UTC

H Saudi Arabia tourism drops up to 6% in early 2026 amid Iran war Saudi Arabia tourism drops up to 6% in early 2026 amid Iran war NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:20 AM UTC

M Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major attack on Russian capital Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major attack on Russian capital NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:19 AM UTC

M Paramount Skydance merger with Warner Bros. Discovery receives key antitrust clearances Paramount Skydance merger with Warner Bros. Discovery receives key antitrust clearances NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:18 AM UTC

M SPACs are back, thanks to Wall Street’s mega-IPO frenzy SPACs are back, thanks to Wall Street’s mega-IPO frenzy NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:18 AM UTC

M Stifel raises SLB stock price target to $64 on digital growth Stifel raises SLB stock price target to $64 on digital growth NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:18 AM UTC

H Trump hits back at critics as Iran peace deal fuels debate over U.S. concessions Trump's interim agreement with Iran to bring an end to the war appears to be tilted in Tehran's favor, according to economists and energy analysts. As part of a 14-point memorandum of understanding, both sides commit to NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:16 AM UTC

M Qatar Airways restores 85% of network, creates two executive roles Qatar Airways restores 85% of network, creates two executive roles NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:09 AM UTC

M Form S-1/A OCEANLIGHT ACQUISITION CORPORATION For: 18 June Form S-1/A OCEANLIGHT ACQUISITION CORPORATION For: 18 June NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:09 AM UTC

M SPACs are back, thanks to Wall Street’s mega-IPO frenzy SPACs are back, thanks to Wall Street’s mega-IPO frenzy NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:09 AM UTC

M Form 4 Alphabet Inc Class A For: 18 June Form 4 Alphabet Inc Class A For: 18 June NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:09 AM UTC

M Factbox-From Australia to Europe, countries move to curb children’s social media access Factbox-From Australia to Europe, countries move to curb children’s social media access NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:09 AM UTC

M Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major attack on Russian capital Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major attack on Russian capital NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:08 AM UTC

H US banks to make final push on capital rule changes as Fed wraps up consultation US banks to make final push on capital rule changes as Fed wraps up consultation NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:08 AM UTC

M Moderna’s mRNA flu vaccine faces FDA advisory panel scrutiny Moderna’s mRNA flu vaccine faces FDA advisory panel scrutiny NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:08 AM UTC

H Warsh wants to listen to markets more. Morgan Stanley says markets may regret it. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh says he wants to listen to the signal from markets more. Strategists at Morgan Stanley say markets may regret being in charge. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:08 AM UTC

M New York to honor historic Knicks championship with ticker-tape parade New York to honor historic Knicks championship with ticker-tape parade NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:07 AM UTC

M Soccer-With relations icy, many Canadians lament hosting World Cup with US Soccer-With relations icy, many Canadians lament hosting World Cup with US NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:07 AM UTC

M Generation Mining names Wyeth COO, Cukrov VP Finance Generation Mining names Wyeth COO, Cukrov VP Finance NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:04 AM UTC

M Puma VCT 13 admits 676,625 new shares to trading Puma VCT 13 admits 676,625 new shares to trading NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:04 AM UTC

M BofA reiterates Apple stock Buy rating on pricing power amid memory costs BofA reiterates Apple stock Buy rating on pricing power amid memory costs NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:02 AM UTC

M Goldman Sachs initiates Constellation Energy stock at Neutral on valuation Goldman Sachs initiates Constellation Energy stock at Neutral on valuation NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:02 AM UTC

M Goldman Sachs initiates Talen Energy stock with buy rating Goldman Sachs initiates Talen Energy stock with buy rating NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:02 AM UTC

M Barclays cuts Hexagon target by 26%, initiates Octave at "equal weight" Barclays cuts Hexagon target by 26%, initiates Octave at "equal weight" NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:02 AM UTC

M Calais Becomes 1st Quantitative Hedge Fund to Deploy UBS uMINT as OES Collateral via Bybit, ByCustody & DigiFT Calais Becomes 1st Quantitative Hedge Fund to Deploy UBS uMINT as OES Collateral via Bybit, ByCustody & DigiFT NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC

M Nearly 80% of data center capacity is at elevated risk to climate hazards like flooding and fire, study says A huge portion, 79%, of all data centers globally are exposed to acute risk from severe, climate-induced weather events. Over half are in markets exposed to chronic climate stress. Data centers are typically expected to NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC

M Roy Cooper's North Carolina Senate race could help decide control of the next Congress Former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper’s Senate race against Republican Michael Whatley is one of Democrats’ best chances to flip a GOP-held seat in 2026. Democrats have not won a presidential or U.S. Senate race in North Car NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC

M ‘We own our home outright’: I am 67 and earn $100,000. Do I take my $30,000-a-year Social Security now or wait? “We have combined savings of $950,000 in retirement plans, Roth IRAs and Treasuries.” NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC

M Alvotech closes $98M public offering at $3.75 per share Alvotech closes $98M public offering at $3.75 per share NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:57 AM UTC

M BofA reiterates Buy on Amazon stock, cites Prime Day timing shift BofA reiterates Buy on Amazon stock, cites Prime Day timing shift NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:55 AM UTC

H Wall St futures bounce back as US-Iran deal optimism balances hawkish Fed; Intel up Wall St futures bounce back as US-Iran deal optimism balances hawkish Fed; Intel up NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:54 AM UTC

M Obama Center launch brings Democratic political glitterati to Chicago ahead of crucial elections The Obama Presidential Center officially opens Thursday alongside Lake Michigan in Chicago. Corporations including Microsoft, PepsiCo and Allstate have donated directly or through their foundations to the center. Amazon NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:45 AM UTC

M Swiss central bank readies for FX intervention if safe haven franc strengthens The Swiss National Bank is prepared to counter any fresh upward pressure on the Swiss franc, having increased its willingness to intervene in FX markets since the Iran war. The central bank left its main policy rate unch NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:44 AM UTC

H UK stocks decline before Bank of England rate decision UK stocks decline before Bank of England rate decision NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:42 AM UTC

H Wall St futures bounce back as US-Iran deal optimism balances hawkish Fed; Intel up Wall St futures bounce back as US-Iran deal optimism balances hawkish Fed; Intel up NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:42 AM UTC

M Earnings call transcript: XPS Pensions posts strong H2 2026 results, shares slip Earnings call transcript: XPS Pensions posts strong H2 2026 results, shares slip NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:40 AM UTC

M Carrefour tumbles after JPMorgan places stock on negative catalyst watch Carrefour tumbles after JPMorgan places stock on negative catalyst watch NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:40 AM UTC

M Tesco falls 2% as weak UK sales growth overshadows steady outlook Tesco falls 2% as weak UK sales growth overshadows steady outlook NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:39 AM UTC

M Here’s the link between Apple’s ‘unavoidable’ price hikes and all-time highs for emerging markets Just hours after Apple CEO Tim Cook said price hikes would be needed to cover the cost of microchips, the producers of those semiconductors pushed markets in South Korea and Taiwan to record highs. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:38 AM UTC

M Moldova central bank raises key rate to 7% on inflation concerns Moldova central bank raises key rate to 7% on inflation concerns NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:37 AM UTC

H Stocks slip as Fed rate outlook offsets optimism over Iran deal Stocks slip as Fed rate outlook offsets optimism over Iran deal NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:37 AM UTC

H Citi says buy USD/NOK on hawkish Fed, falling oil prices Citi says buy USD/NOK on hawkish Fed, falling oil prices NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:35 AM UTC

M Why is Bridgestone stock sliding today? Why is Bridgestone stock sliding today? NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:34 AM UTC

M WeShop appoints Maria Weaver as chief executive officer WeShop appoints Maria Weaver as chief executive officer NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:32 AM UTC

M Marks Electrical settles CMA probe, to pay £700,000 fine Marks Electrical settles CMA probe, to pay £700,000 fine NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:26 AM UTC

M Oil prices slide as traders weigh supply outlook after U.S.-Iran deal Oil prices slide as traders weigh supply outlook after U.S.-Iran deal NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:24 AM UTC

H Hegseth warns NATO allies that some nations will 'fail' U.S. defense review The Pentagon is conducting a six-month review of American forces in Europe, Pete Hegseth said on Thursday. He added that "some countries will fail, and others will pass with flying colors." Hegseth said in May that the U NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:23 AM UTC

M Legrand stock rises after data center outlook at conference Legrand stock rises after data center outlook at conference NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:21 AM UTC

M Why is Talen Energy stock up today? Why is Talen Energy stock up today? NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:21 AM UTC

M SkiStar Q3 2025/26 slides: bookings rise despite margin pressure SkiStar Q3 2025/26 slides: bookings rise despite margin pressure NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:19 AM UTC

M Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major attack on Russian capital Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major attack on Russian capital NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:19 AM UTC

M At Hong Kong auto show, China automakers target wealthy in right-hand-drive markets At Hong Kong auto show, China automakers target wealthy in right-hand-drive markets NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:19 AM UTC

M FirstGroup FY 2026 slides: 25% revenue growth, margin pressure evident FirstGroup FY 2026 slides: 25% revenue growth, margin pressure evident NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:19 AM UTC

M Germany’s Ifo institute lowers 2027 outlook, recovery delayed by energy shock Germany’s Ifo institute lowers 2027 outlook, recovery delayed by energy shock NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:18 AM UTC

M Intel surges 9% after Trump says company will partner with Apple on U.S. chip design Intel's stock surged in premarket trading on Thursday. The rally came after President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that the semiconductor company had agreed to a deal with Apple to design and build chips in the U.S. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:18 AM UTC

M Barclays initiates Indivior stock with overweight rating on growth Barclays initiates Indivior stock with overweight rating on growth NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:18 AM UTC

M Intel shares rally as Trump says company will build chips for Apple in the U.S. Intel shares jumped in premarket trade on Thursday as President Donald Trump said the foundry will produce chips for Apple in the U.S. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:16 AM UTC

M Why is London Stock Exchange stock sliding today? Why is London Stock Exchange stock sliding today? NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:15 AM UTC

M My two sons will inherit a $30,000 annuity from their grandmother. What should I do with the money? “My understanding is that they have five years to withdraw the money.” NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:15 AM UTC

M Why is Intel stock surging today? Why is Intel stock surging today? NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:14 AM UTC

M Why is Airbus stock up today? Why is Airbus stock up today? NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:12 AM UTC

M Intel rises 9% after Trump says company will partner with Apple on U.S. chip design The boost continues Intel's recent rally as the chipmaker bounces back from years of headwinds. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:09 AM UTC

M Cregis Accelerates European Expansion Following Growth Across APAC and the Middle East Cregis Accelerates European Expansion Following Growth Across APAC and the Middle East NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 09:00 AM UTC

M Why is 2Crsi stock collapsing today? Why is 2Crsi stock collapsing today? NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:59 AM UTC

M Trump-Modi bromance back on display in meeting on sidelines of G7 President Donald Trump has committed that the U.S. will defend India, but only under PM Modi’s leadership. India-U.S. ties have been strained with the U.S. taking a tougher stand on trade and immigration. On Wednesday, t NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:58 AM UTC

M Goldman says PBOC corridor to limit funding rate declines Goldman says PBOC corridor to limit funding rate declines NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:55 AM UTC

H Oil falls to lowest since start of Iran war after ceasefire deal signed Oil falls to lowest since start of Iran war after ceasefire deal signed NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:54 AM UTC

M Why is Evonik Industries stock sliding today? Why is Evonik Industries stock sliding today? NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:54 AM UTC

M NATO says it agrees to modernise nuclear capabilities NATO says it agrees to modernise nuclear capabilities NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:54 AM UTC

M Earnings call transcript: Tesco Q1 2026 sales rise, shares slip 2.6% Earnings call transcript: Tesco Q1 2026 sales rise, shares slip 2.6% NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:53 AM UTC

M Rothschild Redburn upgrades Verisk Analytics stock rating on deal termination Rothschild Redburn upgrades Verisk Analytics stock rating on deal termination NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:53 AM UTC

M 2Crsi stock drops 43% after short-seller takes position 2Crsi stock drops 43% after short-seller takes position NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:52 AM UTC

M Oil falls as International Energy Agency forecasts supply glut next year after U.S.-Iran deal Trump also reportedly said that he could resume attack on Iran if it failed to honor commitments. International Energy Agency expects a lasting resolution to the conflict could drive a surge in supply volumes and trigger NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:43 AM UTC

M Germany’s Ifo institute cuts economic growth forecast for 2027 Germany’s Ifo institute cuts economic growth forecast for 2027 NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:42 AM UTC

M Exclusive-Colombia’s ELN open to talks with new president, but says it can survive military offensive Exclusive-Colombia’s ELN open to talks with new president, but says it can survive military offensive NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:42 AM UTC

M Rothschild Redburn downgrades FactSet stock rating on terminal risks Rothschild Redburn downgrades FactSet stock rating on terminal risks NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:42 AM UTC

M Intel soars after Trump says Apple agreed to work with chipmaker on US production Intel soars after Trump says Apple agreed to work with chipmaker on US production NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:42 AM UTC

M Earnings call transcript: Syncona H2 2026 NAV flat as biotech catalysts build Earnings call transcript: Syncona H2 2026 NAV flat as biotech catalysts build NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:40 AM UTC

M Ifo cuts Germany’s 2027 growth forecast on energy prices Ifo cuts Germany’s 2027 growth forecast on energy prices NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:37 AM UTC

M SpaceX shares hold steady after three-day rally loses steam SpaceX shares hold steady in premarket trading on Thursday. The stock has surged more than 40% since its historic debut. SpaceX shares held steady in premarket trading on Thursday, after the stock's recent rally showed s NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:37 AM UTC

H European shares edge lower on Fed rate-hike bets European shares edge lower on Fed rate-hike bets NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:36 AM UTC

M Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major attack on Russian capital Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major attack on Russian capital NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:36 AM UTC

M Europe gas fall for sixth session as peace-deal unwinds risk preminum Europe gas fall for sixth session as peace-deal unwinds risk preminum NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:33 AM UTC

M US and Iran presidents sign ceasefire agreement, but Trump says he could still resume attacks US and Iran presidents sign ceasefire agreement, but Trump says he could still resume attacks NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:30 AM UTC

M Strait of Hormuz reopening may take weeks to ease shipping backlog and oil pressure The Strait of Hormuz is set to reopen after Iran and the U.S. sign a peace deal, but experts warn backlogs and security checks could delay normal shipping. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 08:10 AM UTC

M Why Wall Street banks and foreign borrowers are rushing to tap China’s cheap money Foreign governments, Wall Street banks and multinational companies are flocking to China's panda bond market. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 04:43 AM UTC

M Google Gemini co-lead Noam Shazeer leaves for OpenAI Google's vice president of engineering and a co-lead of its Gemini AI models announced Wednesday he is leaving the company to join OpenAI. In August 2024, Google brought back Shazeer and fellow researcher Daniel De Freit NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 03:21 AM UTC

H Trump and Iran's President Pezeshkian sign memorandum aimed to end war President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian digitally signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at developing a permanent peace deal to end the war between their two nations, officials said. Trump ear NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 03:09 AM UTC

M India’s largest stock exchange files for IPO as mega-listings gather pace India's largest stock exchange sets the ball rolling for mega IPOs this year as it files papers to go public. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 03:08 AM UTC

M Inside the push to weaken Washington’s toughest financial watchdog The SEC used to intimidate corporate wrongdoers. Now its own commissioners are gutting its leverage. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 02:05 AM UTC

M Scared to spend your retirement money? Here’s one way to get over the fear of running out. This fear is probably going to cause you some regrets. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 12:43 AM UTC

M I inherited a $500,000 IRA. Can I reduce the tax burden by using it for my children’s education? “I would like to use my share to help fund college for my three children.” NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 12:30 AM UTC

M Inside India newsletter: Anthropic curbs ignite AI debate in India — efforts 'too slow, way too small' India's ambitions of becoming a global AI innovation powerhouse by building applications on top of foreign foundational models are being challenged. NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 12:18 AM UTC

M Rumble gets 22,000 Nvidia chips, but the video company’s CEO insists this isn’t a fad-like pivot In another sign of artificial-intelligence euphoria, Rumble, which is best known for being an alternative to YouTube, is exciting investors through its move to become more of an AI player. The company announced Wednesday NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 12:13 AM UTC

M Rumble gets 22,000 Nvidia chips, but the video company’s CEO insists this isn’t a fad-like pivot Is Rumble’s AI expansion just Allbirds 2.0 — or a move modeled after Elon Musk? NEWS | Jun 18, 2026, 12:13 AM UTC

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