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Will the AI boom fuel new investments in geothermal energy?
Will the AI boom fuel new investments in geothermal energy?
Sep 17, 2025
The massive surge in energy demand from data centers is driving an all options on the table approach to energy security. The AI boom is pushing investments toward alternative energy sources that were previously overlooked and underfunded, including geothermal energy. While this carbon-free source currently makes up just 0.4% of the US energy mix, many experts believe it is poised...
BOE holds interest rates at 2023 levels
BOE holds interest rates at 2023 levels
Sep 18, 2025
The Bank of England on Thursday, September 18, decided to keep interest rates unchanged at 4.00%, the lowest level since February 2023, in line with market expectations. This decision follows the previous meetings 25-basis-point cut, signaling a more cautious stance as policymakers assess economic conditions and inflation trends before considering further adjustments. ...
Kiwi backs off seven-week high after steep GDP contraction
Kiwi backs off seven-week high after steep GDP contraction
Sep 18, 2025
The New Zealand dollar fell broadly in Asian trading on Thursday against a basket of major and minor currencies, extending its losses for the second consecutive day against the US dollar, retreating from a seven-week high amid accelerating correction and profit-taking, in addition to the continued recovery of the greenback from multi-year lows. Data released in New Zealand showed a...
Fed cuts interest rates by 25 basis points
Fed cuts interest rates by 25 basis points
Sep 17, 2025
The US Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday its decision to cut the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, from 4.50% to 4.25%, in a move that was broadly in line with market expectations. ...
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Exchange-Traded Funds, Equity Futures Mixed Pre-Bell Thursday Ahead of New Tariffs, Key Economic Data
Exchange-Traded Funds, Equity Futures Mixed Pre-Bell Thursday Ahead of New Tariffs, Key Economic Data
Feb 13, 2025
08:15 AM EST, 02/13/2025 (MT Newswires) -- The broad market exchange-traded fund SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust ( SPY ) was down 0.1% and the actively traded Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) advanced 0.1% in Thursday's premarket activity, as traders remain cautious amid upcoming tariffs and key economic reports later in the day. US stock futures were also mixed, with S&P...
Sector Update: Health Care
Sector Update: Health Care
Feb 13, 2025
08:57 AM EST, 02/13/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Health care stocks were flat to lower pre-bell Thursday, with the iShares Biotechnology ETF (IBB) inactive and The Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLV) down 0.2%. Zoetis ( ZTS ) shares were down nearly 7% after the company issued guidance for 2025 adjusted earnings and revenue that trailed analysts' expectations. ...
Brookfield Up in U.S. Pre-Market as Raises Dividend, Increases Distributable Earnings in Q4 2024
Brookfield Up in U.S. Pre-Market as Raises Dividend, Increases Distributable Earnings in Q4 2024
Feb 13, 2025
08:35 AM EST, 02/13/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Brookfield (BN.TO) gained 1.2% at last look Thursday in NYSE pre-market trading as the company raised its quarterly dividend after posting higher distributable earnings for the fourth quarter of 2024. Brookfield declared a 13% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.09 per share, representing $0.36 per annum. The dividend is payable March 31...
Looming Producer Price Index Report Stifles US Equity Futures Pre-Bell
Looming Producer Price Index Report Stifles US Equity Futures Pre-Bell
Feb 13, 2025
08:24 AM EST, 02/13/2025 (MT Newswires) -- US equity futures were little changed pre-bell Thursday ahead of the producer inflation report. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures flatlined, S&P 500 futures declined 0.1%, and Nasdaq futures gained 0.1%. Oil prices were lower, with front-month global benchmark North Sea Brent crude down 1.2% at $74.25 per barrel and US West Texas...
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How Zara and H&M are trying to clean up fast fashion's messy carbon footprint — are they serious about it
How Zara and H&M are trying to clean up fast fashion's messy carbon footprint — are they serious about it
Sep 18, 2023
Fast fashion retailer H&M is all set to sell second-hand clothes at its Regent Street flagship store in UK from October — offering items that are 'ready to be loved again.' Zara also recently launched its online second-hand service in France, having trialled it in Britain since November last year. But are these 'green initiatives' for real, or just some more greenwashing? CNBC TV18 gives a macro view.
SJVN secures 200-MW wind power project at ₹3.24 per unit
SJVN secures 200-MW wind power project at ₹3.24 per unit
Nov 16, 2023
Projected to generate 482 million units in its inaugural year post-commissioning, the cumulative energy generation over a 25-year span is anticipated to reach 12,050 million units. Shares of SJVN Ltd ended at ₹75.17, down by ₹0.50, or 0.66%, on the BSE.
Suzlon's S144–3 MW wind turbines get big boost from Indian government
Suzlon's S144–3 MW wind turbines get big boost from Indian government
Nov 15, 2023
Th Suzlon wind turbines received the RLMM (Revised List of Models & Manufacturers) listing from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, marking an important milestone for the successful commercialisation of the product. Shares of Suzlon Energy Ltd ended at ₹40.49, up by ₹1.85, or 4.79%, on the BSE.
Cups are disposable, the environment is not: Starbucks’ green realisation
Cups are disposable, the environment is not: Starbucks’ green realisation
Sep 16, 2023
For the last several years, Starbucks has been testing different kinds of plastics. In 2019, the company went to a straw less lid, eliminating a good amount of plastic. By the end of 2023, the goal is to reduce by 15 percent the amount of material in each cup.
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Bitcoin Correction Could Deepen Before Recovery as Only 9% of Supply at Loss
Bitcoin Correction Could Deepen Before Recovery as Only 9% of Supply at Loss
Sep 2, 2025
Only around 9% of the Bitcoin supply is currently in the red, carrying up to 10% unrealized losses, according to Glassnode. Comparatively, the local bottom of this cycle saw more than 25% of supply at up to 23% losses, the analysts noted. BTC fell to around $75,000 on April 9 in a correction that took it down 29% from its...
Solana (SOL) Price Predictions for This Week
Solana (SOL) Price Predictions for This Week
Sep 2, 2025
Solana is one of the few cryptocurrencies that is making higher highs right now, but the key resistance awaits. Solana Price Predictions to Watch This Week Key Support levels: $185 Key Resistance levels: $227 1. Strong Uptrend Defies the Market While market leaders such as Bitcoin or Ethereum are in a correction mode, Solana has consistently made higher highs since...
INJ Struggles at Crucial $12.5 Zone, Can Bulls Reclaim $14?
INJ Struggles at Crucial $12.5 Zone, Can Bulls Reclaim $14?
Sep 2, 2025
TL;DR INJ defends $12.5 support zone; failure risks $11.5, while reclaiming $14 could revive bullish momentum. Analyst Ali Martinez warns of a breakdown from an ascending triangle, mapping downside targets as low as $8.22. On-chain activity surges with $62.6B traded, while the SEC reviews a proposal for a potential INJ ETF. INJ Holds at Key Support Injective (INJ) is trading...
Ethereum NFT Activity Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded
Ethereum NFT Activity Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded
Sep 2, 2025
Ethereums NFT activity has witnessed a significant downturn. Data revealed that just 1,127 NFTs were recorded on August 1, 2025. This figure is the lowest in the networks history. Ethereum NFT Collapses In its latest analysis, CryptoQuant noted that this sharp decline demonstrated how far the sector has fallen since the 2021-2022 boom, when NFTs dominated headlines and trading volumes...
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