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Denmark Moves to Confront Washington Over Greenland Envoy Appointment

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David Goldfarb

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Fed’s Hammack Signals Stability in Interest Rates for the Coming Months

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EU Commits Over $105 Billion in Fresh Funding to Support Ukraine Through 2027

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Sheryl Sandberg Warns Corporate Culture Is Rapidly Deteriorating Across Big Business

Personal Finance

Michael and Susan Dell Commit Record $6.25 Billion to Jumpstart Investment Accounts for 25 Million American Children

Historic philanthropic pledge aims to expand access to long-term savings and early wealth building through newly launched Trump accounts

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David Goldfarb

What the UK Autumn Budget Could Mean for Your Money

A Closer Look at Possible Tax Changes and Economic Pressures

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David Goldfarb

Senator Bill Cassidy Pushes New Plan to Replace ACA Premium Credits with Pre-Paid Health Savings Accounts

With Obamacare subsidies set to expire, lawmakers weigh a controversial proposal that would shift financial support directly to individuals through upfront HSAs.

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Leah Rosenfeld

Economy

Fed Rate Cuts Are Lagging Global Peers, Says Top Fed Chair Contender Kevin Hassett

White House economic advisor argues strong growth and AI-driven productivity gains give the U.S. room to ease policy faster

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Rachel Steinberg

Holiday Shoppers Are Still Spending, but Only When the Deals Are Right, Says Tanger CEO

Strong outlet traffic and heavy promotions help retailers offset weaker consumer confidence and ongoing price concerns

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Leah Rosenfeld

Singapore Inflation Holds at 1.2% as Falling Power Costs Offset Service Price Pressures

November price data undershoots forecasts while strong exports and growth signal economic resilience

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Rachel Steinberg

Investing

Gold and Silver Break Records as Investors Return to Hard Assets

Precious metals rally sharply as fiscal risks and portfolio rebalancing revive demand for safe havens

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Crypto Investors Seek Safety Through Diversification

Market participants explore ETFs, altcoins, and classic portfolio strategies to reduce volatility risk

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Calder Monroe

Jimmy Lai Convicted Under Hong Kong Security Law as Political Space Narrows Further

Court ruling against the media tycoon underscores Beijing’s tightening grip and raises fresh questions over judicial independence and investor confidence in Asia’s financial hub

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Calder Monroe

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Paramount Secures Larry Ellison Guarantee in Revised Warner Bros. Discovery Bid

Billionaire backing strengthens Paramount Skydance’s $30 per share hostile offer against Netflix

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David Goldfarb

Why Your Holiday Chocolate May Not Be Real Chocolate Anymore

Soaring cocoa prices, supply shocks, and sustainability pressures are pushing candy makers toward cocoa-free alternatives

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Calder Monroe

H-1B Visa Path Tightens as Social Media Screening and Wage Rules Raise New Barriers

Stricter vetting, higher wage thresholds, and political pressure are reshaping the future of America’s most sought-after work visa

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Junia Wells

Western Fast-Food Giants Turn to Chinese Private Equity for Growth and Survival

From Starbucks to Burger King, global brands are offloading major China stakes as local investors bring speed, scale, and market muscle

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Leah Rosenfeld

Fed Rate Cuts Are Lagging Global Peers, Says Top Fed Chair Contender Kevin Hassett

White House economic advisor argues strong growth and AI-driven productivity gains give the U.S. room to ease policy faster

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Rachel Steinberg

U.S. Sets 2027 Timeline for New Tariffs on Chinese Semiconductors

Washington delays duties for 18 months as it probes unfair trade practices and leaves room for future negotiations with Beijing

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Rachel Steinberg

Holiday Shoppers Are Still Spending, but Only When the Deals Are Right, Says Tanger CEO

Strong outlet traffic and heavy promotions help retailers offset weaker consumer confidence and ongoing price concerns

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Leah Rosenfeld

Southwest Defies the Industry Slump as Its Stock Soars Despite a Sharp Profit Drop

Shares hit multi-year highs as investors bet on baggage fees, assigned seating, and a broader overhaul to lift earnings in 2026 and beyond

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Junia Wells

China’s Grip on Critical Minerals Opens a Strategic Window for Western Magnet Makers

Export controls, geopolitical rivalry, and surging demand are accelerating efforts in the U.S. and Europe to build mine-to-magnet supply chains outside China

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David Goldfarb

Sapporo Holdings Moves to Exit Property Arm in $2.6 Billion Deal With KKR Consortium

Japanese brewer plans major portfolio shift as private equity buyers target growth at Yebisu Garden Place and other flagship assets

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David Goldfarb

Waymo Reinforces Driverless Operations After San Francisco Power Outage

Alphabet’s autonomous vehicle unit rolls out fleet-wide upgrades to handle blackouts, traffic signal failures, and large-scale infrastructure disruptions

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Calder Monroe

Lightyear — The Startup Driving Solar-Powered Electric Cars

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Calder Monroe

Wellness Gifts Take Center Stage This Holiday Season

Supplements, aromatherapy, and health-focused products are reshaping holiday shopping trends

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Rachel Steinberg

Mercedes Benz Closes Diesel Emissions Chapter With $150 Million U.S. State Settlement

Automaker agrees to payouts for drivers and compliance reforms as long running dieselgate cases near an end

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Leah Rosenfeld

Alphabet Strikes $4.75 Billion Deal to Expand Data Center and Energy Capacity

Google deepens infrastructure push with acquisition of Intersect to accelerate AI scale and power generation

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Junia Wells

Gold and Silver Break Records as Investors Return to Hard Assets

Precious metals rally sharply as fiscal risks and portfolio rebalancing revive demand for safe havens

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Junia Wells

UK Equities Quietly Beat Wall Street as Investors Position for Further Gains

FTSE 100 outperformance in a volatile year fuels expectations of fresh record highs in 2026

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David Goldfarb

China Imposes Steep New Tariffs on EU Dairy Imports After Subsidy Probe

Duties of up to 42.7% target European cheeses and milk products, escalating Beijing–Brussels trade tensions

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Calder Monroe

Singapore Inflation Holds at 1.2% as Falling Power Costs Offset Service Price Pressures

November price data undershoots forecasts while strong exports and growth signal economic resilience

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Trump Halts Major Offshore Wind Projects Threatening East Coast Energy Expansion

National security concerns cited as Dominion, Orsted, and Equinor projects face indefinite pause, sending shockwaves through the wind energy sector

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Leah Rosenfeld

U.S. Asserts Control Over Seized Venezuelan Oil and Tankers

Trump confirms Washington will retain crude cargoes amid intensified pressure on Maduro’s government

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Junia Wells

Denmark Moves to Confront Washington Over Greenland Envoy Appointment

Trump’s decision to name a special U.S. representative for Greenland reignites sovereignty and security tensions

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David Goldfarb

Hanwha Ocean Stock Surges After U.S. Navy Shipbuilding Deal Announcement

Trump confirms South Korean shipbuilder will construct next generation U.S. Navy frigates in Philadelphia

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Calder Monroe

Eversend — The Startup Revolutionizing Digital Banking in Africa

How a Ugandan fintech startup is making cross-border payments and financial services accessible

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David Goldfarb

Crypto Investors Seek Safety Through Diversification

Market participants explore ETFs, altcoins, and classic portfolio strategies to reduce volatility risk

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Calder Monroe

Kremlin Criticizes European and Ukrainian Tweaks to U.S. Peace Proposals

Moscow warns adjustments do little to advance a long-term resolution to the Ukraine conflict

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Calder Monroe

Fed’s Hammack Signals Stability in Interest Rates for the Coming Months

Cleveland Fed President emphasizes inflation concerns and a cautious approach to monetary policy amid slowing rate cuts

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David Goldfarb

Roomba’s Collapse Signals a Bigger Crisis for Tech Deals and Innovation

iRobot’s bankruptcy exposes how global antitrust pressure, blocked acquisitions, and trade policy risks are reshaping the fate of struggling tech companies

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Junia Wells

AI Reshapes the Workforce as Thousands of Jobs Disappear Across Corporate America

Nearly 55,000 U.S. layoffs in 2025 were linked to artificial intelligence as companies accelerate automation and cost cutting

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Leah Rosenfeld

Xbox Is Falling Behind in Consoles but Microsoft Is Redefining the Game

Weak hardware sales, layoffs, and price hikes highlight a tough year as Microsoft pivots toward cloud, cross platform, and subscription gaming

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Rachel Steinberg

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Opens Softer Than Expected but Long Run Potential Remains

A muted $88 million domestic debut raises eyebrows, yet history suggests James Cameron’s franchise thrives over time

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Calder Monroe

Waymo Restarts San Francisco Robotaxis After Power Outages Trigger Citywide Disruptions

Alphabet’s autonomous ride service pauses during blackouts as Tesla’s Musk claims his supervised vehicles were unaffected

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Leah Rosenfeld

UK Shares Quietly Beat Wall Street and Investors Are Betting on Further Gains

Despite political and economic uncertainty, the FTSE 100 has outperformed US markets, with strategists eyeing new highs in 2026

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Junia Wells

China Holds Key Lending Rates Steady as Economic Momentum Softens

Central bank maintains loan prime rates for a seventh month, signaling caution amid weak data and a fragile property sector

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David Goldfarb

China’s AI IPO Boom Is Red Hot but Global Investors Face Closed Doors

Blockbuster first day gains are fueling excitement in Shanghai, yet foreign retail investors remain largely sidelined

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Calder Monroe

AirDoctor — The Startup Connecting Travelers with Local Doctors Worldwide

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David Goldfarb

FTSE 100 Leads European Gains as UK Inflation Eases and Bank of England Rate Cut Looms

European equities rise on cooling inflation and expectations of monetary easing

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Leah Rosenfeld

Elliott Takes Activist Position in Lululemon With Billion Dollar Bet and CEO Push

High profile hedge fund builds sizable stake as leadership transition opens the door to strategic change

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Calder Monroe

Orbán Rejects EU Plan to Tap Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine Aid

Hungary’s prime minister says legal and political resistance has stalled proposals to unlock hundreds of billions of euros for Kyiv

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David Goldfarb

Bank of England Delivers Fourth Rate Cut of 2025 as Inflation Cools

Benchmark rate lowered to 3.75% after tight committee vote, offering relief to borrowers while sparking debate over the pace of easing in 2026

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Junia Wells

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