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How the United States and China are battling for control of global bauxite supplies
How the United States and China are battling for control of global bauxite supplies
Sep 2, 2025
Despite some fluctuations and recurring concerns about oversupply, the global bauxite market continues to grow steadily. Much of this expansion is driven by rising demand in the aluminum sector, particularly from the automotive, aviation, and renewable energy industries. Around 60% of electric vehicle manufacturers and 70% of aerospace materials companies use aluminum in various forms. Moreover, about 85% of bauxite...
Yen moves lower with a negative opening to the week
Yen moves lower with a negative opening to the week
Sep 1, 2025
The Japanese yen fell in Asian trading on Monday at the start of the week, marking its second straight day of losses against the US dollar, as easing inflationary pressures reduced expectations for an imminent policy shift by the Bank of Japan. With the likelihood of a rate hike in Japan later this month diminishing, investors are awaiting further signals...
Euro keeps rising with eyes on European inflation data
Euro keeps rising with eyes on European inflation data
Sep 1, 2025
The euro rose in European trading on Monday, marking its third consecutive daily advance against the US dollar, supported by sustained pressure on the greenback amid strong expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut later this month. Investors are now awaiting Tuesdays release of key eurozone inflation data for August, which is expected to provide clearer signals on whether the...
Yen extends losses on weaker Japanese rate hike prospects
Yen extends losses on weaker Japanese rate hike prospects
Sep 2, 2025
The Japanese yen fell in Asian trading on Tuesday against a basket of major and minor currencies, extending its losses for a third consecutive session against the US dollar, as the likelihood of the Bank of Japan raising interest rates later this month weakened. Easing inflationary pressures on the central bank have reduced expectations for near-term policy normalization, with investors...
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Japan's Nikkei retreats as tech shares drag; BOJ stands pat
Japan's Nikkei retreats as tech shares drag; BOJ stands pat
Mar 19, 2025
(Updates with closing prices) By Kevin Buckland TOKYO, March 19 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average sank in the final minute of trading on Wednesday to close lower as technology shares weighed, while the Bank of Japan kept interest rates unchanged as widely expected. The Nikkei finished the day down 0.25% at 37,751.88. It had been higher most of the...
Williams-Sonoma, HealthEquity And 3 Stocks To Watch Heading Into Wednesday
Williams-Sonoma, HealthEquity And 3 Stocks To Watch Heading Into Wednesday
Mar 18, 2025
With U.S. stock futures trading higher this morning on Wednesday, some of the stocks that may grab investor focus today are as follows: Wall Street expects Signet Jewelers Ltd. ( SIG ) to report quarterly earnings at $6.25 per share on revenue of $2.33 billion before the opening bell, according to data from Benzinga Pro. Signet shares gained 0.3% to...
Nasdaq Falls 300 Points As Nvidia, Palantir Decline: Greed Index Remains In 'Extreme Fear' Zone
Nasdaq Falls 300 Points As Nvidia, Palantir Decline: Greed Index Remains In 'Extreme Fear' Zone
Mar 19, 2025
The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a decline in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the “Extreme Fear” zone on Tuesday. U.S. stocks settled lower on Tuesday, with the Nasdaq Composite falling around 300 points during the session. Shares of Palantir Technologies Inc ( PLTR ). fell around 4%, while Nvidia Corp. ( NVDA )...
Japan's Nikkei rises ahead of BOJ decision, buoyed by weaker yen
Japan's Nikkei rises ahead of BOJ decision, buoyed by weaker yen
Mar 18, 2025
TOKYO, March 19 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average rose on Wednesday, with automaker shares helped by a weaker yen, while investors awaited a policy decision from the Bank of Japan later in the day. The Nikkei was up 0.6% to 38,063.98 as of 0142 GMT, after rising to as high as 38,097.95 earlier in the session. It topped the...
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Top 10 gadgets you can gift this Christmas
Top 10 gadgets you can gift this Christmas
Dec 15, 2021
Our list is short and eclectic, and we have included a smart sanitiser free of liquid, heat or chemicals amid usual suspects like iPhones iPad Minis and Fitbit trackers.
Metaverse will be successor to internet, will shape all experience, says Mark Zuckerberg
Metaverse will be successor to internet, will shape all experience, says Mark Zuckerberg
Dec 15, 2021
Metaverse will be the successor to mobile internet and will shape all experiences on the internet, with uses case ranging from hanging out with friends to entertainment, gaming, fitness, and education said Mark Zuckerberg at the second Fuel for India event.
Antara movie NFT to see producers give up 50% intellectual property to buyers
Antara movie NFT to see producers give up 50% intellectual property to buyers
Dec 14, 2021
The world’s first decentralised feature film production non-fungible token (NFTs) with decentralised finance (DeFi) capabilities is here. Arabian Camels and Swapp Protocol have launched the “Antara Movie NFT" that allows buyers to hold 50 percent intellectual property rights to “Antara”. It is a $50 million feature film based on the life of Arabian knight Antarah Ibn Shaddad. Swapp’s NFT farming platform will allow Arabian Camel NFT owners to earn passive income on their NFTs.
Apple's iOS 15.2 update: How to activate app privacy report, legacy contacts, other features
Apple's iOS 15.2 update: How to activate app privacy report, legacy contacts, other features
Dec 14, 2021
Apple has released iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 and the update comes with several features that were anticipated in earlier releases. It contains features like app privacy reports, legacy contacts, hide by email improvements, and more.
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Ollie's Bargain Outlet Board Approves $300 Million Share Buyback Program
Ollie's Bargain Outlet Board Approves $300 Million Share Buyback Program
Mar 19, 2025
08:01 AM EDT, 03/19/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Ollie's Bargain Outlet (OLLI) said Wednesday its board authorized a new $300 million share repurchase plan running through March 2029. The retailer said nearly $414 million worth of stock has been repurchased since 2019. Ollie's ended fiscal 2024 with $429 million in cash and short-term investments and no debt drawn on its credit...
Cronos Group Appoints New CFO
Cronos Group Appoints New CFO
Mar 19, 2025
08:01 AM EDT, 03/19/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Cronos Group ( CRON ) said Wednesday it has appointed Anna Shlimak as chief financial officer. Shlimak will succeed James Holm, who is stepping down to pursue other opportunities, the company said. Holm will remain with the company through April 18 for the transition. Shlimak was previously the company's chief strategy officer and...
Exclusive-EU proposes cutting steel imports by 15% as Trump tariffs bite
Exclusive-EU proposes cutting steel imports by 15% as Trump tariffs bite
Mar 19, 2025
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union will tighten steel import quotas to reduce inflows by a further 15% from April, a senior EU official said on Wednesday, in a move aimed at preventing cheap steel flooding the European market after Washington imposed new tariffs. European steel producers already battling high energy prices and competition from Asia and elsewhere warn that...
Nabors Industries CFO William Restrepo to Retire; Miguel Rodriguez Named Successor
Nabors Industries CFO William Restrepo to Retire; Miguel Rodriguez Named Successor
Mar 19, 2025
08:01 AM EDT, 03/19/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Nabors Industries ( NBR ) said Wednesday that Chief Financial Officer William Restrepo has decided to retire, effective Sept. 30. Restrepo will remain available as a strategic adviser to Nabors CEO and Chairman Anthony Petrello on that date, the company said. The company's Senior Vice President of Operations Finance Miguel Rodriguez will assume...
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