Global News | U.S. stock market's three major indices close higher, Berkshire Hathaway reduces holdings in Apple by over 10 million shares

K-LinePoet · 2026-02-27T23:20:59+00:00

On February 18th, the three major U.S. stock indices rose, and U.S. Treasury yields remained stable. Among popular U.S. stocks, Amazon performed notably, rising 1.81%. Globally, major market indices all saw gains. Microsoft plans to invest $50 billion over the next decade to promote AI development. Tesla avoided sales bans and announced the rollout of its first Cybercab.

K-LinePoet

2026-02-27 23:20:59

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【U.S. Stock Indices】

On February 18th, Wednesday, U.S. major stock indices all closed higher, with the S&P 500 up 0.56% at 6,881.31; the Dow Jones up 0.26% at 49,662.66; and the Nasdaq up 0.78% at 22,753.63.

【U.S. Bonds】

On February 18th, the benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury yield was 4.09%, and the 2-year Treasury yield, most sensitive to Federal Reserve policy rates, was 3.47%.

【Popular U.S. Stocks】

Among popular stocks, Nvidia rose 1.63%, Apple increased 0.18%, Google C gained 0.37%, Google A rose 0.43%, Microsoft up 0.69%, Amazon up 1.81%, TSMC down 0.55%, Meta up 0.62%, Tesla up 0.14%, Super Micro Semiconductor down 1.46%, Intel down 1.56%.

【Global Indices】

Index	Change	Level
France CAC40	+0.81%	8,429.03
UK FTSE 100	+1.23%	10,686.18
Germany DAX	+1.12%	25,278.21
Russia RTS	+1.27%	1,149.63

【China Indices】

On February 18th, the Nasdaq China Golden Dragon Index declined 0.04%.

【Chinese Concept Stocks】

In popular Chinese concept stocks, Tencent Holdings (HK) rose 0.19%, Alibaba increased 0.23%, Pinduoduo up 1.07%, NetEase up 0.16%, Baidu up 0.39%, Ctrip up 0.91%, Li Auto down 0.44%, Xpeng Motors down 0.11%, NIO down 0.10%.

【Forex and Commodities】

Currency	Exchange Rate	Change (Basis Points)
USD/CNY	6.90	-1 bp
USD/CNY (offshore)	6.89	+3.6 bp
USD/EUR	0.85	-2.1 bp
USD/JPY	154.77	-650 bp

Commodities	Change	Latest Price
COMEX Silver	+7.12%	$77.13/oz
COMEX Gold	+2.39%	$4,979.50/oz
WTI Crude Oil	-2.29%	$62.29/barrel
Brent Crude Oil	-1.78%	$67.36/barrel
LME Copper	-1.79%	$12,510.13/ton

【Global News】

Alphabet CEO Pichai: Announces Partnership Between Indian Government and Google DeepMind

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai announced a partnership between the Indian government and Google DeepMind.

Elon Musk’s Mother Posts Chinese New Year Greetings: Happy New Year! Wishing You Prosperity

On February 17th, Elon Musk’s mother, Maye Musk, posted on social media in Chinese to wish a Happy New Year. “Happy New Year!” Maye Musk wrote in Chinese, “Wishing you prosperity.” She also sent a blessing in English: “Wishing you health, wealth, and happiness in the Year of the Horse.” (Global Times)

Berkshire Hathaway Significantly Reduces Apple Holdings by Over 10 Million Shares

On February 17th, Berkshire Hathaway filed a 13F with the SEC showing it reduced its Apple holdings for the third consecutive quarter. The filing disclosed that Berkshire sold approximately 10.295 million shares of Apple in Q4 2025, a 4.32% decrease from Q3, with the holding percentage dropping to 22.60%. As of the end of Q4 2025, Apple remained Berkshire’s largest holding. (Jiemian News)

Microsoft to Invest $50 Billion in AI in the Global South by the End of This Decade

Microsoft announced at the India AI Impact Summit that it plans to invest $50 billion by the end of this decade to promote AI technology in countries of the Global South. The five major initiatives include building infrastructure for AI adoption; empowering schools and nonprofits through technology and skills training; enhancing multilingual and multicultural AI capabilities; promoting local AI innovations to meet community needs; and assessing AI adoption to guide future policies and investments.

European Central Bank President Lagarde Expected to Resign Before End of 8-Year Term

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde is expected to resign before the end of her 8-year term. (Cailian Press)

Google Developer Conference Scheduled for May 19-20

On February 17th, Alphabet announced that the 2026 Google I/O Developer Conference will be held on May 19-20, 2026.

India’s Yotta Data Signs $1 Billion Partnership with Nvidia

India’s Yotta Data has signed a four-year partnership agreement worth over $1 billion with Nvidia.

Users Report Issues with YouTube, Google, Amazon Web Services, and Cloudflare

Users have reported problems with YouTube, Google, Amazon Web Services, and Cloudflare.

Tesla Avoids 30-Day Sales Ban in California; Autopilot Marketing Complies

The California DMV stated that Tesla has taken corrective measures regarding its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving marketing practices, so it will not face a 30-day sales ban in the state. The agency said Tuesday that Tesla has implemented “corrective actions” to avoid suspension. After a judge ruled in December that Tesla’s marketing exaggerated Autopilot and Full Self-Driving capabilities, the company was given 90 days to achieve compliance.

Tesla: First Cybertruck Rolls Off Production Line at Texas Gigafactory

Tesla announced that the first Cybertruck has officially rolled off the production line at its Texas Gigafactory.

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