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Israeli and Palestinian officials say preparatory steps are under way to reopen Gaza's Rafah border crossing for pedestrian traffic in both directions, coordinated with Egypt and the European Union. The initial operation will be limited, focused on patients and escorts, and subject to strict security checks and capacity constraints. Uncertainty rem…
OPEC+ appears set to hold its planned halt on raising oil production for March, according to delegates, even after Brent crude approached six-month highs following concerns of potential U.S. military action against Iran. The decision follows an earlier increase in quotas for much of 2025 and a temporary freeze on additional lifts for early 2026 tie…
Moody's Ratings described India's latest federal budget as tactical rather than transformative, saying planned fiscal consolidation that reduces the budget gap to 4.3% from 4.4% of GDP will not change the country's credit profile. The assessment reflects concerns that fiscal metrics have not recovered to pre-Covid levels despite a longer track reco…
Yardeni Research argues that recent currency movements are amplifying the split between gold and Bitcoin. The firm notes both are difficult to value because they pay no income, highlights Bitcoin's unique vulnerabilities, and links a softer dollar to inflows into gold and support for emerging market equities.
Capgemini announced it is selling its U.S. arm, Capgemini Government Solutions, after facing pressure to explain a contract with U.S. immigration enforcement agency ICE. The company said U.S. legal constraints tied to contracting with federal entities conducting classified activities limited its ability to control certain aspects of the subsidiary …
Wall Street research teams published a string of notable analyst notes this week that altered price targets and revenue forecasts across several sectors. Needham turned bullish on AppLovin, hiking its ecommerce outlook for 2026; BWS initiated coverage of American Axle with a Buy while detailing the strategic implications of a merger with Dowlais; M…
Duolingo is down sharply from its 2025 highs but still generates strong free cash flow, has low leverage and high returns on capital. Technicals show oversold conditions and elevated short interest that can fuel a squeeze. This trade idea outlines an actionable entry at $134.08, a $210 target over the next 180 trading days, and a $110 stop — with c…
Dassault Systèmes (DASTY) offers a compelling long trade: attractive exposure to industrial digitalization and emerging markets like materials informatics and in‑silico trials, a reasonable valuation at a $36.9B market cap and upside to $38 if execution and adoption accelerate. Set a disciplined stop at $24.50 and plan for a long term (180 trading …
The euro's rapid appreciation to $1.20 has renewed attention on the European Central Bank, but economists see limited near-term impact on inflation and little chance of immediate currency intervention. Analysis from Capital Economics suggests the move would shave a small amount off headline inflation next year; sustained, larger gains over several …
Bank of America analysts say South Korea’s semiconductor industry will be the dominant force in the country’s economic expansion in 2026, with chips projected to represent roughly 30% of total exports as a prolonged, price-driven upcycle continues. Strong DRAM price gains and outsized export growth have boosted tax revenue and supported the won, bu…
Markets in Japan are on edge amid concerns that the ruling Liberal Democratic Party may expand sales tax relief to bolster voter support ahead of a snap election, raising the risk of renewed pressure on long-dated government bonds and the yen. Former vice finance minister for international affairs Hiroshi Watanabe said the situation is fragile and …
Negotiators for the United Steelworkers and Marathon Petroleum met on Saturday, hours before a national four-year contract was due to expire, but the union rejected a Marathon offer that would have increased wages by 13% over four years. Core disputes include cost-of-living adjustments, healthcare costs, standards for artificial intelligence use at…
During a widely publicized visit to Taiwan, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praised the island's technology firms, urged major suppliers to increase production to meet surging AI demand and warned of memory supply constraints. He attended a "trillion-dollar" suppliers' dinner, highlighted anticipated capacity growth at TSMC, and mingled with fans throughou…
Mark Savaya, who was named by U.S. President Donald Trump in October as special envoy for Iraq, is no longer in that post, according to sources familiar with the decision. The departure unfolds against rising friction between Washington and Baghdad over efforts to curb Iran-linked influence in Iraqi politics and follows the nomination of former pri…
India’s annual budget, to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, is set to prioritize structural reforms aimed at bolstering private investment and shielding the economy from external shocks. At the same time, the government faces pressure to limit spending as a share of GDP following tax reductions that are forecast to lower revenue …
A judicial misconduct complaint filed by the U.S. Justice Department against Chief U.S. District Judge James Boasberg has been dismissed by a federal appeals court judicial council. The complaint, announced in July by Attorney General Pam Bondi, centered on comments Boasberg was said to have made during a Judicial Conference meeting. Chief U.S. Cir…
Laura Dogu, the United States' senior envoy for Venezuela, landed in Caracas as Caracas and Washington take steps to restore relations severed in 2019. Venezuelan officials say the visit is intended to establish a roadmap for bilateral issues and to address outstanding differences through diplomatic channels. The trip comes after a recent agreement…
A federal judge has ordered the release of Adrian Conejo Arias and his five-year-old son, Liam Conejo Ramos, who were detained by immigration officers during a recent enforcement action in a Minneapolis suburb. The boy, photographed outside his home wearing a blue bunny hat as federal agents stood nearby, was among four students taken into custody.…
Russia's equity market closed with a flat MOEX Russia Index, even as more stocks rose than fell. A handful of names posted modest gains while several large-cap issues slipped. Volatility measures were stable, and commodities and currency pairs posted mixed moves at the session's end. The source report did not specify which sectors led the intraday …
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for former Prince Andrew to appear before a U.S. congressional committee to explain his interactions with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein after newly published Justice Department files revealed sustained contact and redacted images raising further questions.
Evolution AB (EVVTY) is trading near its 52-week low despite a strong franchise in live casino solutions, a healthy dividend yield and a P/E of ~10.7. Technicals show downside pressure but also oversold momentum. This trade idea argues for a long position sized as risk-tolerant exposure: entry $65.00, target $85.00, stop $60.00, long-term horizon (…
Reports emerged that Ford engaged in talks with Chinese EV maker Xiaomi about a potential joint venture to build electric vehicles in the United States. Ford has called the report "completely false," and both Ford and Xiaomi did not immediately respond to follow-up requests for comment. The episode has revived concerns among U.S. automakers and som…
Bitcoin declined more than 6% to under $79,000 on Saturday as the U.S. dollar strengthened following the selection of Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair. Ether fell almost 12% as cryptocurrencies remain directionless after a broad pullback last year, while gold and stocks have staged stronger rallies.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has issued an executive order requiring the city police department to investigate alleged illegal activity by federal immigration agents, preserve body-camera footage, identify federal supervisory officers at scenes, and file reports on any state or local laws allegedly violated. The directive comes amid broader state …
Several hundred people assembled outside the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen to show solidarity with Danish veterans who said they were insulted by President Donald Trump’s recent comments questioning European allies’ roles in the Afghanistan conflict. The crowd, including former service members wearing NATO medals, laid Danish flags embroidered with na…
