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February 27, 2025
Business, News

Seven & i’s $5.8 Billion Buyout Plan Fails Amid Itochu Withdrawal

Seven & i Holdings has abandoned its $5.8 billion management buyout plan after Itochu Corporation withdrew its support, according to a report by Yomiuri. The collapse of the deal...

February 27, 2025
Commodities, News

Oil Markets React as Trump Tightens Venezuela Sanctions

Oil prices rebounded on Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump revoked Chevron’s license to operate in Venezuela, a move that has sparked concerns about a potential tightening of global...

February 26, 2025
Commodities, News

Gold’s Rally Pauses as Copper Climbs on Chilean Crisis

After weeks of sharp gains, gold prices took a breather on Wednesday, stabilizing as investors weighed U.S. trade policy and economic indicators. Spot gold remained near $2,916 per ounce,...

February 26, 2025
Stocks, Technology

Tesla’s $1 Trillion Market Cap Erased Amid Sales Slump and Tech Concerns

Tesla’s stock has plummeted, dropping more than 8% and pushing the company’s market capitalization below $1 trillion for the first time since November. This decline marks a sharp reversal...

February 26, 2025
Forex, Politics

Germany’s Post-Election Economy: Markets Up, But Fiscal Policy Faces Scrutiny

Following Germany’s federal election, financial markets have responded positively, with investors anticipating stability under the CDU/CSU leadership. However, economists warn that Germany’s long-term fiscal health depends on key policy...

February 25, 2025
Crypto, News

Bitcoin Price Drops Below $92,000 as Tariff Concerns Spook Investors

Bitcoin’s price dropped below $92,000 on February 25, 2025, hitting a six-week low as renewed concerns over global tariffs spooked investors. The cryptocurrency fell 5% in 24 hours, reflecting...

February 25, 2025
News, Stocks

Bank of Korea Rate Cut and Hong Kong Trade News Drive Asian Markets

Asian markets reacted to the Bank of Korea’s (BOK) decision to cut interest rates to 1.25% and Hong Kong’s new trade agreements with Southeast Asia on February 25, 2025....

February 25, 2025
News, Business

BOK Cuts Rates to 1.25% to Stimulate South Korea’s Economy

The Bank of Korea (BOK) has cut its benchmark interest rate to 1.25%, the lowest level since August 2022, to stimulate the economy. The decision, announced on February 25,...

February 24, 2025
Stocks, Technology

Investor Sentiment Shifts as DeepSeek Drives China’s Market Rally, India Fades

Investor sentiment is shifting as DeepSeek’s rise fuels a rally in China’s financial markets, while India’s allure diminishes. DeepSeek, a leading AI and technology firm, has seen its stock...

February 24, 2025
Commodities, Forex

Gold Nears Record Highs as U.S. Dollar Weakens, Bitcoin Holds Steady

Gold prices edged closer to record highs as the U.S. dollar weakened against major currencies, reflecting broader economic uncertainties. Bitcoin remained stable around $96,000, with investors awaiting fresh catalysts...