As we look ahead to 2025, the impact of the upcoming administration on the economy and financial markets is at the forefront of many traders’ minds. The uncertainty surrounding the policies and approaches of the new leadership raises questions about what to expect in the coming year. While a crystal ball may not be available,
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Nickel mining in Indonesia has seen a significant surge in recent years, propelling the country to become the world’s top producer of this essential metal. Currently, Indonesia boasts over 14 active mines, supplying more than 40% of the global demand for nickel. This growth is largely attributed to the metal’s crucial role in electric vehicle
The U.S. Department of Justice has taken a firm stance in requiring China-based ByteDance to sell TikTok‘s U.S. assets due to concerns about national security. The department argues that TikTok, under Chinese ownership, poses a significant threat because of its access to vast amounts of personal data of Americans. The fear is that China could
Billionaire investor Bill Ackman has decided to postpone the highly anticipated listing of Pershing Square’s U.S. closed-end fund. This decision was communicated through a notice on the New York Stock Exchange’s website. The initial public offering of Pershing Square USA Ltd., with the ticker PSUS, has been delayed with no specific date announced for the
The recent surge in the yen has caught the attention of traders and investors alike, with the currency poised for its strongest week in nearly three months. This unexpected turnaround comes after a period of weakness, during which the yen hit 38-year lows against the US dollar. The sudden shift in momentum can be attributed
Southwest Airlines recently announced a potential drop in unit revenue for the third quarter of the year. This decline is attributed to an oversupplied U.S. market, which has led airlines to discount tickets during a typically profitable period. The airline projected that unit revenue for the current quarter could decrease by as much as 2%
The recent lackluster quarterly results from Tesla and Alphabet have sent shockwaves through the tech-heavy Nasdaq, leading to an expected weak opening for Wall Street. Tesla experienced an 8.5% slump in premarket trading, potentially losing over $65 billion in market value after reporting its lowest profit margin in more than five years. Similarly, Google parent
A recent global tech outage, linked to a software update by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, has impacted nearly 8.5 million Microsoft devices, according to a statement by Microsoft. The update, implemented by CrowdStrike, resulted in widespread system issues that affected various sectors, including air travel, broadcasting, and essential services like healthcare and banking. Although the percentage
When computer screens turned blue on a global scale, the consequences were far-reaching. Flights were grounded, hotel check-ins were impossible, and freight deliveries came to a halt. The initial reaction was to suspect a cyberterrorist attack, but the truth turned out to be a botched software update by the cybersecurity company CrowdStrike. This incident highlighted
The recent uptick in money flowing into small-cap stocks may not be solely a result of a rotation from winning growth trades, according to Dave Nadig, an ETF journalist and financial futurist. In fact, Nadig believes that investors are simply diversifying their portfolios by “just buying, buying, buying.” This trend towards diversification is seen as
Chinese consumer spending seems to be at a standstill, despite the numerous attempts by the government to encourage citizens to spend. With household deposits slowing down and banks reducing interest rates, one would expect an increase in consumer spending. However, data suggests otherwise. Chinese households saw a decrease in the amount of money deposited in
In a move reminiscent of Apple’s approach, Anthropic, an artificial intelligence startup, and Menlo Ventures are teaming up to launch a $100 million fund aimed at supporting early-stage startups in the AI space. While Menlo Ventures will provide the cash for investing in these startups, Anthropic will offer founders $25,000 in credits to use its
The recent attack on U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump has sent shockwaves through global markets, with investors adjusting their strategies in response to the increased likelihood of his victory. U.S. bond futures have slipped, while the dollar has strengthened, reflecting a growing concern over the potential implications of a Trump presidency. The market has historically
Amazon, as one of the largest e-commerce platforms globally, has always been known for its competitive pricing strategies. However, a recent incident involving Brandon Fishman and Mason Arnold sheds light on the downside of Amazon’s automated pricing algorithms. The story revolves around a discount promotion at Target that inadvertently led to a loss of the