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Cleveland-Cliffs eyeing all-cash bid for U.S. Steel, source says

Cleveland-Cliffs is partnering with peer Nucor to prepare a potential all-cash bid for U.S.

Cleveland-Cliffs eyeing all-cash bid for U.S. Steel, source says
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Crypto firm Tether and its founders finalizing move to El Salvador

Cryptocurrency firm Tether plans to move its headquarters to El Salvador, its chief executive said, as the founders of the world's biggest stablecoin look to

Crypto firm Tether and its founders finalizing move to El Salvador
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LME puts 2022 nickel crisis behind it as trading booms: Andy Home

The London Metal Exchange (LME) has now fully recovered from its near-death nickel crisis in 2022, with trading activity last year the strongest since 2015 and the

LME puts 2022 nickel crisis behind it as trading booms: Andy Home
Economy|Political|US

DeSantis calls special session to implement Trump's immigration policies

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling state lawmakers into a special session to help carry out President-elect Donald Trump’s promises for a swift crackdown on immigration

DeSantis calls special session to implement Trump's immigration policies
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Biggest US banks ready mortgage relief for victims of Los Angeles wildfires

JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America are easing mortgage repayment conditions for customers affected by the Los Angeles wildfires, as residents grapple with one of the most destructive

Biggest US banks ready mortgage relief for victims of Los Angeles wildfires
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Millions have had student loans canceled under Biden — despite the collapse of his forgiveness plan

Despite failing to deliver his promise for broad student loan forgiveness, President Joe Biden has now overseen the cancellation of student loans for more than 5 million Americans — more than any other president in U.S. history

Millions have had student loans canceled under Biden — despite the collapse of his forgiveness plan
Americas|Business|Economy|Food|US

Bakery franchise chain Crumbl explores $2 billion sale, sources say

The owners of Crumbl are exploring a sale that could value the popular cookie chain at nearly $2 billion, including debt, according to people familiar with

Bakery franchise chain Crumbl explores $2 billion sale, sources say
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A new rival bid for US Steel is emerging as the US extends deadline on Nippon's bid blocked by Biden

The bid by Japan’s Nippon Steel to buy U.S. Steel may have a new lease on life, even as the potential for a new bid for the storied Pittsburgh steelmaker began to emerge Monday

A new rival bid for US Steel is emerging as the US extends deadline on Nippon's bid blocked by Biden
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Country Garden's property services arm expects annual earnings to fall

The property services arm of Chinese builder Country Garden is expecting a drop of up to 1.10 billion yuan ($150.03 million) in annual earnings as its sanitation business plans to record

Country Garden's property services arm expects annual earnings to fall
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New York Fed survey finds mixed inflation expectations in December

By Michael S.

New York Fed survey finds mixed inflation expectations in December
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Dozens of oil tankers drop anchor after latest US sanctions bite

At least 65 oil tankers have dropped anchor at multiple locations, including off the coasts of China and Russia, since the United States announced a new sanctions

Dozens of oil tankers drop anchor after latest US sanctions bite
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Lifestyle

Gen Z is 65% less likely than Boomers to turn to financial professionals for advice

Policygenius shares insights from its 2024 Financial Planning Survey about the differences in where Americans turn when they need money advice.

Gen Z is 65% less likely than Boomers to turn to financial professionals for advice
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UK's Reeves struggles to find ways out of market slump

Britain's finance minister Rachel Reeves and Prime Minister Keir Starmer are seeking to stem a market slump, but for now what happens next to rising government

UK's Reeves struggles to find ways out of market slump
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Mason Capital complains about Grifols' transparency to Spanish regulator

U.S.-based investment fund Mason Capital said on Monday it had sent a letter to Spain's stock market regulator CNMV demanding more transparency from the embattled pharmaceutical

Mason Capital complains about Grifols' transparency to Spanish regulator
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T-Mobile to acquire Vistar Media for $600 Million to bolster advertising business

T-Mobile US said on Monday it has agreed to acquire Vistar Media, a real-time outdoor advertising technology provider, for about $600 million, in an all-cash deal.

T-Mobile to acquire Vistar Media for $600 Million to bolster advertising business
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Nvidia's biggest customers delaying orders of latest AI racks, The Information reports

Nvidia's top customers are delaying orders of the AI chip leader's latest 'Blackwell' racks due to overheating issues, the Information reported on Monday.

Nvidia's biggest customers delaying orders of latest AI racks, The Information reports
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Wizz Air CEO sees Pratt & Whitney engine woes lasting 4-5 years

Issues with Pratt & Whitney RTX engines that have grounded some Wizz Air planes could last four or five years, the low cost carrier's chief executive said on Monday.

Wizz Air CEO sees Pratt & Whitney engine woes lasting 4-5 years
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Russian central bank dismisses retail deposit freeze rumours

The Russian central bank has sought to dismiss rumours about a possible freezing of retail deposits, which have seen explosive growth in recent months due to rising interest rates

Russian central bank dismisses retail deposit freeze rumours
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Apple's new fees for app developers under fresh EU scrutiny, Bloomberg reports

Apple's new fees for app developers have come under fresh scrutiny from the European Union's antitrust regulators on concerns it could inflate costs for software makers, Bloomberg news

Apple's new fees for app developers under fresh EU scrutiny, Bloomberg reports
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Zelenskiy on Slovakia's Fico gas talks offer: 'come to Kyiv on Friday'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico to visit Ukraine's capital Kyiv this Friday, responding to his offer of talks to try to resolve a spat over

Zelenskiy on Slovakia's Fico gas talks offer: 'come to Kyiv on Friday'
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Argentina's inflation expected to have accelerated 2.7% in December

Argentina's monthly inflation likely rose 2.7% last month, an acceleration from the 2.4% reading in November, according to the median expectations of analysts

Argentina's inflation expected to have accelerated 2.7% in December
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Argentina markets look to rate cut, crawling peg to add fuel to New Year rally

Investors in Argentina are betting on a potential interest rate cut and a slower 'crawling peg' for the local peso will prolong a market rally fueled by the

Argentina markets look to rate cut, crawling peg to add fuel to New Year rally
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Moderna surprises the Street by predicting a bigger-than-expected sales drop

Shares of Moderna tumbled Monday after the vaccine maker predicted a steeper-than-expected sales drop in the new year

Moderna surprises the Street by predicting a bigger-than-expected sales drop
Economy|Europe|Political|Technology

Britain's leader unveils AI strategy, including vow to rip up red tape hindering AI projects

The British government has pledged to rip up the red tape hindering construction of data centers that underpin artificial intelligence while promoting its “pro-innovation” approach to regulating the technology

Britain's leader unveils AI strategy, including vow to rip up red tape hindering AI projects
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Russia faces higher costs on sea-borne oil exports due to new US sanctions

Sweeping U.S. sanctions on Russia's oil industry will make it more expensive for Moscow to sell its oil and complicate sea-borne crude exports due to

Russia faces higher costs on sea-borne oil exports due to new US sanctions
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CEO of lessor SMBC Aviation says almost every aircraft being delayed

Almost every aircraft being delivered by Boeing and Airbus is delayed, the head of aircraft leasing giant SMBC Aviation Capital said on Monday, later adding that enginemakers had

CEO of lessor SMBC Aviation says almost every aircraft being delayed
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Goldman Sachs creates new division to boost focus on financing

Goldman Sachs announced a raft of leadership changes as it created a new division to focus on financing large deals and providing

Goldman Sachs creates new division to boost focus on financing
Economy|Environment|Political|US

One way Trump could help revive rural America’s economies

Many small towns rely on one major industry and can face long-term existential shocks if that industry fails. Biden’s attempt to reposition rural economies for the future missed a crucial factor.

One way Trump could help revive rural America’s economies
Business|Economy|Political

Is capitalism falling out of favor? We analyzed 400,000 news stories to find out

The death of capitalism has been greatly exaggerated.

Is capitalism falling out of favor? We analyzed 400,000 news stories to find out
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Brazilian central bank official says risks to fiscal outlook remain

The Brazilian central bank's economic policy director said on Monday the country's fiscal outlook still requires attention, even though the 2024 primary budget

Brazilian central bank official says risks to fiscal outlook remain
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OpenAI urges US to prioritize AI funding, regulation to stay ahead of China

OpenAI on Monday laid out its vision for artificial intelligence development in the U.S., saying the country needs outside investment and supportive regulation to stay ahead of China in the

OpenAI urges US to prioritize AI funding, regulation to stay ahead of China
Business|Economy|Europe|Stock Markets|Technology|US

VEON moves ahead with planned US listing for Ukraine's top telco Kyivstar

Telecoms group VEON is moving forward with its plan to float its unit Kyivstar in the U.S., in a move that would make it the first Ukrainian firm

VEON moves ahead with planned US listing for Ukraine's top telco Kyivstar
Business|Economy|Technology

Tech supplier Arm plans to hike prices, has considered developing its own chips

By Max A.

Tech supplier Arm plans to hike prices, has considered developing its own chips
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Column-Navigating the brave new world of bond investing - Taosha Wang

By Taosha Wang The past few years haven’t been easy for bond investors, as the "safe haven" asset has struggled in both sunny and cloudy markets.

Column-Navigating the brave new world of bond investing - Taosha Wang
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LNG exporter Venture Global targets up to $110 billion valuation in blockbuster US IPO

Venture Global is seeking up to $110.38 billion valuation in its New York initial public offering, the second-largest U.S. liquefied natural gas producer said on

LNG exporter Venture Global targets up to $110 billion valuation in blockbuster US IPO
Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|US

Abercrombie & Fitch lifts fourth-quarter sales target on strong holiday demand

Abercrombie & Fitch on Monday raised its annual net sales growth target for the current quarter helped by strong demand for its apparel collections during the holiday shopping season.

Abercrombie & Fitch lifts fourth-quarter sales target on strong holiday demand
Business|Economy|Health

Moderna cuts 2025 sales forecast by $1 billion on weak vaccine demand, shares fall

Moderna cut its 2025 sales forecast by $1 billion on Monday, hurt by a slow adoption of its respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) shot and weak demand for COVID-19 vaccines, sending its shares

Moderna cuts 2025 sales forecast by $1 billion on weak vaccine demand, shares fall
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

Trump's likely first moves on US energy policy

President-elect Donald Trump has promised to maximize U.S. oil and natural gas production - already at record highs - in part by clearing away what he deems as unnecessary regulation and

Trump's likely first moves on US energy policy
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Kohl’s is closing 27 locations. See if your store is on the list

Kohl’s is closing 27 locations. See if your store is on the list

Kohl’s is closing 27 locations. See if your store is on the list
Economy|Europe|Political

Austrian far right and conservatives outline a budget deal

Austria's far-right Freedom Party and the conservative People's Party said on Monday that after three days of coalition talks they had reached a deal on bringing

Austrian far right and conservatives outline a budget deal
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Berlin considers full Uniper exit, targets deal after summer, sources say

Berlin has sounded out potential buyers for Uniper in a deal that could see the government selling its entire

Berlin considers full Uniper exit, targets deal after summer, sources say
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Israel 2025 budget deficit could breach target and hit 5% of GDP, official says

Israel's budget deficit could near 5% of gross domestic product in 2025, above the government's target but below last year's 6.9% and a level that could boost its

Israel 2025 budget deficit could breach target and hit 5% of GDP, official says
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Lululemon, American Eagle log strong sales in discount-heavy holiday season

Several apparel retailers including Lululemon, Abercrombie & Fitch and American Eagle received a holiday-quarter sales lift on resilient demand

Lululemon, American Eagle log strong sales in discount-heavy holiday season
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J&J doubles down on neurological drugs with $14.6 billion Intra-Cellular deal

Johnson & Johnson said on Monday it would buy neurological drug maker Intra-Cellular Therapies for $14.6 billion, its biggest deal in more than two years,

J&J doubles down on neurological drugs with $14.6 billion Intra-Cellular deal
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Biden's administration proposes new rules on exporting AI chips, provoking an industry pushback

The Biden administration is proposing a new framework for the exporting of the advanced computer chips used to develop artificial intelligence, an attempt to balance national security concerns about the technology with the economic interests of producers and other countries

Biden's administration proposes new rules on exporting AI chips, provoking an industry pushback
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Nasdaq closes lower, S&P 500 up slightly as US yields stay elevated

The Nasdaq fell on Monday, while the benchmark S&P 500 bounced off a two-month low and eked out a slight gain as U.S.

Nasdaq closes lower, S&P 500 up slightly as US yields stay elevated
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

China Evergrande's unit receives liquidation order from Hong Kong court

China Evergrande said on Monday that a court in Hong Kong had ordered one of its key offshore units to be wound up, the latest in a slew of legal victories for the embattled developer's

China Evergrande's unit receives liquidation order from Hong Kong court
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Top lessor Air Lease says some aircraft manufacturer delays getting worse

Delays in deliveries from major aircraft manufacturers are in some cases getting worse, and estimates of delay time can not be trusted, Steven Udvar-Hazy, the executive chairman of

Top lessor Air Lease says some aircraft manufacturer delays getting worse
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AerCap CEO warns tariffs could delay Boeing cash recovery

AerCap, the world's largest aircraft leasing company, said on Monday that potential new trade tariffs floated by U.S.

AerCap CEO warns tariffs could delay Boeing cash recovery
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S&P500 wipes post-election gains as bonds haunt

A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan Wall Street's S&P 500 index has all but wiped out its post-election gains, weighed by bond markets fearful of an

S&P500 wipes post-election gains as bonds haunt
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Healthcare dealmakers eye M&A resurgence in second Trump term

Healthcare dealmakers gathering in San Francisco for the industry's premier annual conference this week say they expect a resurgence of deals exceeding $10 billion

Healthcare dealmakers eye M&A resurgence in second Trump term
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe

German premium carmakers' sales battered in China and Germany amid slowdown

Germany's top-end carmakers took a battering at home and in China in 2024, sales volume data showed, as wealthier consumers held back on purchases amid an

German premium carmakers' sales battered in China and Germany amid slowdown
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US oil refiners brace for a tough year as investor sentiment turns negative

Investors are souring on the U.S. oil refining sector, citing forecasts for softer fuel demand and worries that President-elect Donald Trump may slap tariffs on

US oil refiners brace for a tough year as investor sentiment turns negative
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Robust US economy may not need Trump's big reforms

U.S.

Robust US economy may not need Trump's big reforms
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US bank profits likely boosted by higher deal fees, trading

U.S. banks will probably report stronger earnings this week, fueled by robust dealmaking and trading in the fourth quarter.

US bank profits likely boosted by higher deal fees, trading
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Sterling extends slide as dollar rallies, gilt yields rise

The British pound extended its recent drop against the dollar and the euro on Monday driven by investor concerns about Britain's fiscal sustainability as gilt yields

Sterling extends slide as dollar rallies, gilt yields rise
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US tightens its grip on AI chip flows across the globe

The U.S. government said on Monday it would further restrict artificial intelligence chip and technology exports, divvying up the world to keep advanced computing

US tightens its grip on AI chip flows across the globe
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Biden unveils last round of AI chip curbs aimed at China, Russia

Biden unveils last round of AI chip curbs aimed at China, Russia

Biden unveils last round of AI chip curbs aimed at China, Russia
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Russian rouble slips as oil price and forex action limit sanctions impact

The Russian rouble eased against the U.S. dollar and China's yuan on Monday as rising oil prices and increased forex sales by the state cushioned the impact of new U.S. sanctions

Russian rouble slips as oil price and forex action limit sanctions impact
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London stocks slip as markets stay wary of global rate outlook

British equities ended lower on Monday, as investors shied away from risky assets after last week's U.S. jobs report reinforced views that the Federal Reserve would be cautious about

London stocks slip as markets stay wary of global rate outlook
Asia|Business|Economy

India's December retail inflation eases to four-month low, boosting rate cut hopes

India's annual retail inflation in December eased to a four-month low, government data showed on Monday, boosting hopes of the country's

India's December retail inflation eases to four-month low, boosting rate cut hopes
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Italian bank deposits' growth accelerates further in November

Italian residents' deposits with domestic banks rose for the sixth month in a row in November and at a faster pace, while bank lending to businesses fell for the 22nd consecutive

Italian bank deposits' growth accelerates further in November
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Euro zone savings rate dips in Q3 but stays exceptionally high

Euro zone households reduced their savings a touch in the third quarter of last year but still set aside an exceptionally large portion of their disposable income, highlighting a

Euro zone savings rate dips in Q3 but stays exceptionally high
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Six EU countries call for lowering of G7 price cap on Russian oil

Six European Union countries on Monday called on the European Commission to lower the $60 per barrel price cap put on Russian oil by G7 countries, arguing it would reduce Moscow's

Six EU countries call for lowering of G7 price cap on Russian oil
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Sunac gains restructuring support from holders of nine out of 10 onshore bonds, says source

Sunac China has now won the support of holders of nine of its ten onshore bonds to implement a restructuring that would cut its 15.4 billion yuan ($2.11 billion) onshore debt by

Sunac gains restructuring support from holders of nine out of 10 onshore bonds, says source
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Lebanon's Nawaf Salam to be designated PM, angering Hezbollah

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun summoned Nawaf Salam, head of the International Court of Justice, to designate him prime minister after most lawmakers

Lebanon's Nawaf Salam to be designated PM, angering Hezbollah
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

China's electric car sales grew in 2024 as sales of gasoline cars plunged

Sales of all types of electric vehicles rose more than 40% in China last year while those of gasoline-powered automobiles plunged

China's electric car sales grew in 2024 as sales of gasoline cars plunged
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Moon rover-inspired robot could be a game-changer for Japan’s aging farmers

Moon rover-inspired robot could be a game-changer for Japan’s aging farmers

Moon rover-inspired robot could be a game-changer for Japan’s aging farmers
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Hedge funds increased bearish bets ahead of Friday's blowout US jobs report, banks say

Global hedge funds added more bets against U.S. stocks over the last week through Jan 9, ahead of a blowout U.S. jobs report that sparked a sell-off on Wall

Hedge funds increased bearish bets ahead of Friday's blowout US jobs report, banks say
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Europe stocks dip to one-week low amid speculation over Fed rate cuts

European shares fell to a one-week low on Monday amid a broader market selloff as global equities came under pressure following U.S. jobs data, which

Europe stocks dip to one-week low amid speculation over Fed rate cuts
Economy|Europe|Food|Health

German meat exports face disruption after foot-and-mouth disease case

Germany's meat and dairy exports outside the EU face severe restrictions after the country’s first case of the livestock disease foot-and-mouth was confirmed on Friday, the

German meat exports face disruption after foot-and-mouth disease case
Economy|Education|Europe|Political

Nationwide strike in Belgium hits air and train traffic

A nationwide strike in protest against possible pension reforms crippled air and rail traffic in Belgium on Monday and many schools remained shut.

Nationwide strike in Belgium hits air and train traffic
Asia|Business|Economy

China vehicle export growth to slow in 2025, association data shows

China's vehicle exports are expected to grow 5.8% to 6.2 million units this year, cooling from a 19.3% increase in 2024, data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers

China vehicle export growth to slow in 2025, association data shows
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Commerzbank chairman sees little chance of amicable UniCredit merger, report says

Commerzbank's supervisory board chairman Jens Weidmann said there is little chance for an amicable merger with UniCredit after the Italian bank's surprise purchase of a hefty stake

Commerzbank chairman sees little chance of amicable UniCredit merger, report says
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe

Porsche's 2024 China sales fall by 28%

German sports car maker Porsche AG reported a 28% tumble in 2024 China sales on Monday, as persistent weakness in the world's largest car market hit German carmakers.

Porsche's 2024 China sales fall by 28%
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Key details of Greenland's rich but largely untapped mineral resources

U.S.

Key details of Greenland's rich but largely untapped mineral resources
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China-Russia 2024 trade value hits record high - Chinese customs

The value of China's imports and exports with Russia reached 1.74 trillion yuan ($237 billion) in 2024, a record high, Chinese customs data showed on Monday, as the two countries'

China-Russia 2024 trade value hits record high - Chinese customs
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Lufthansa CEO expects Italy's ITA to boost profits by hundreds of millions, FAZ reports

Lufthansa expects its planned stake in Italy's ITA Airways to increase the German flagship carrier's profits by hundreds of millions of euros in the coming years, Chief Executive

Lufthansa CEO expects Italy's ITA to boost profits by hundreds of millions, FAZ reports
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ECB seeking middle ground with rate cuts, Lane tells newspaper

The European Central Bank can ease policy further this year but must find a middle ground that neither induces a recession nor causes an undue delay in curbing inflation, ECB

ECB seeking middle ground with rate cuts, Lane tells newspaper
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European banks' record takings fuel M&A talk as pressures on industry persist

For years, pressure on European banks and asset managers to bulk up to better compete with U.S. rivals has been mounting.

European banks' record takings fuel M&A talk as pressures on industry persist
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

US probe finds China unfairly dominates shipbuilding, paving way for penalties, sources say

U.S.

US probe finds China unfairly dominates shipbuilding, paving way for penalties, sources say
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London financial job vacancies hit 4.5-year low in Q4, says recruiter

The number of job vacancies in London's financial sector dropped by almost a fifth in the last three months of 2024 compared with the previous quarter, to its lowest level since

London financial job vacancies hit 4.5-year low in Q4, says recruiter
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Stock market today: Gains for oil producers and drops for Big Tech leave Wall Street mixed

U.S. stock indexes were split as gains for oil-and-gas producers helped offset drops for Nvidia and other Big Tech companies

Stock market today: Gains for oil producers and drops for Big Tech leave Wall Street mixed
Asia|Business|Economy

Lithium prices to stabilise in 2025 as mine closures, China EV sales ease glut, analysts say

Lithium prices are expected to stabilise in 2025 after two years of steep declines as shuttered mines and robust electric vehicle sales in China soak up an oversupply, although

Lithium prices to stabilise in 2025 as mine closures, China EV sales ease glut, analysts say
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Austin recommends $50 billion boost above US 2026 defense spending projections, Bloomberg News reports

Outgoing U.S.

Austin recommends $50 billion boost above US 2026 defense spending projections, Bloomberg News reports
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Forget the soft landing, just keep flying

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole. Why bother engineering a soft landing, when you can just keep flying?

Forget the soft landing, just keep flying
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India may record FY25 fiscal deficit at 4.7%-4.8% of GDP, Mint reports

India may record a fiscal deficit for the current fiscal year at 4.7%-4.8% of gross domestic product (GDP), lower than the government's estimate of 4.9%, primarily driven by lower

India may record FY25 fiscal deficit at 4.7%-4.8% of GDP, Mint reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Stock Markets|Technology

TSMC fourth-quarter profit seen jumping 58% on strong AI chip demand

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, the main global producer of advanced chips used in artificial intelligence applications, is expected to report a

TSMC fourth-quarter profit seen jumping 58% on strong AI chip demand
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy

Column-Structural shifts or price moves? China's bifurcated commodity imports: Russell

China's imports of major commodities in 2024 presented a mixed bag, with record volumes of iron ore, coal and natural gas, but weakness in crude oil.

Column-Structural shifts or price moves? China's bifurcated commodity imports: Russell
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|US

Arizona's Democratic governor faces uphill battle as Republicans control Legislature

Arizona Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs knows she is outnumbered this legislative session as Republicans expanded their statehouse majorities in the last election

Arizona's Democratic governor faces uphill battle as Republicans control Legislature
Economy|Political|US

West Virginia's conservative shift could sharpen under its new governor

Former West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice signed a number of socially conservative laws during his two terms in office

West Virginia's conservative shift could sharpen under its new governor
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Thailand's cabinet approves draft law to legalise casinos and gambling

Thailand's cabinet has approved a draft law that would legalise gambling and casinos, a move aimed at boosting tourism, jobs and investment, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra

Thailand's cabinet approves draft law to legalise casinos and gambling
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US, Japanese, Philippine leaders discussed China's behavior in South China Sea, White House says

U.S. President Joe Biden on Sunday met virtually with his counterparts from Japan and the Philippines to advance cooperation among the three countries, the White House said.

US, Japanese, Philippine leaders discussed China's behavior in South China Sea, White House says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Hong Kong to expand yuan trade finance, Bond Connect schemes, HKMA says

Hong Kong will launch a new yuan-denominated trade finance scheme and expand the hours and scope of its Bond Connect program for mainland China investors, Eddie Yue, Chief

Hong Kong to expand yuan trade finance, Bond Connect schemes, HKMA says
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China's exports in December up 10.7%, beating estimates as higher US tariffs loom

China’s exports in December grew at a faster pace than expected, as factories rushed to fill orders to beat higher tariffs that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose once he takes office

China's exports in December up 10.7%, beating estimates as higher US tariffs loom
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

China exports accelerate amid trade tensions, imports surprise

China's exports gained momentum in December, with imports also showing recovery, though strength at the year-end was in part fuelled by

China exports accelerate amid trade tensions, imports surprise
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

China flags more policy measures to bolster yuan

China announced more tools to support its weak currency on Monday, unveiling plans to park more dollars in Hong Kong to bolster the yuan and to improve capital flows by

China flags more policy measures to bolster yuan
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Ownership Matters in favour of Chemist Warehouse-Sigma Healthcare $5.8 billion deal

Proxy advisory firm Ownership Matters said on Monday it recommends that shareholders of Sigma Healthcare vote in favour of Chemist Warehouse's reverse takeover of the pharmaceutical

Ownership Matters in favour of Chemist Warehouse-Sigma Healthcare $5.8 billion deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China's central bank chief vows to supply ample liquidity

China's central bank chief said on Monday the government will support moderately loose monetary policy to maintain ample liquidity as it tries to stimulate the economy and soften

China's central bank chief vows to supply ample liquidity