A speculative frenzy fueled by geopolitical tensions and dollar fears met its abrupt end last Friday, triggering the worst single-day plunge in silver since 1980 and a massive gold sell-off. Analysts point to leveraged bets and a shifting Fed outlook as key catalysts for the historic crash.
Fourth-quarter earnings for S&P 500 companies are significantly outperforming expectations, led by robust growth in industrial and tech sectors, as investors await a busy week of corporate results and key economic data.
A retrospective analysis reveals the staggering returns from Warren Buffett's key 2016 investments, with a stake in Apple vastly outperforming his own conglomerate and the broader S&P 500 index over ten years.
Amid a sharp pullback in gold and silver prices, NovaGold Chairman Thomas Kaplan remains steadfastly bullish, telling Business Insider he views the volatility as a temporary setback on a path to record highs.
Tenet Healthcare has regained complete ownership of its revenue cycle management subsidiary Conifer, buying out CommonSpirit Health's minority stake in a deal valued at nearly $2.7 billion. The move signals Tenet's renewed commitment to the business and plans for significant AI investment.
After years of aggressive rate hikes blamed for stifling manufacturing and squeezing truckers, the nomination of Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve suggests a pivotal policy shift. This analysis examines the toll of recent monetary policy on the freight sector and what a Warsh-led Fed might mean for its recovery.
Beijing has lowered punitive tariffs on key EU dairy products, offering some relief to exporters like Arla and Lactalis. While welcomed as a de-escalation, European trade bodies argue the remaining duties are unjustified and call for continued negotiations to resolve the trade dispute.
Bishkek moves to engage Brussels after reports emerge that the EU is preparing to deploy its new anti-circumvention tool, targeting Kyrgyzstan's role as a conduit for goods to sanctioned Russia.
The latest release of court documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case has sent shockwaves through international corridors of power, revealing communications between the convicted sex offender and high-profile figures in India, Australia, the UK, Slovakia, and Norway, prompting resignations and fierce political denials.
A Russian cargo ship captain has been found guilty of gross negligence manslaughter after his vessel collided with an anchored oil tanker in the North Sea, resulting in a fiery blaze and the death of a Filipino crew member whose body was never recovered.
Shares of USA Rare Earth (NASDAQ: USAR) climbed over 6% Monday morning following reports of a proposed U.S. government initiative, dubbed 'Project Vault,' aimed at securing a strategic reserve of critical minerals, including rare earths, to counter potential supply chain vulnerabilities.
Tesla will cease production of its flagship Model S and Model X next quarter, ending an era for its pioneering luxury EVs as it converts factory space to manufacture Optimus humanoid robots, signaling a profound strategic pivot.
A Wahneta, Florida, resident faces enhanced felony charges including arson and criminal mischief. The Polk County Sheriff's Office states the suspect's illegal immigration status factored into the severity of the allegations, reigniting debates around local enforcement and federal policy.
A damning report from the EU's financial watchdog reveals the bloc's struggle to secure the minerals essential for its climate goals, highlighting failed trade deals, stalled recycling, and persistent over-reliance on external suppliers.
Despite sitting on over $6 billion in unrealized losses, publicly-listed crypto firm BitMine Immersion Technologies continues its aggressive accumulation of Ethereum, viewing the price slump as a strategic buying opportunity.
Australian miner ioneer has secured A$72 million in fresh capital to advance its flagship Nevada lithium-boron project. While the funds de-risk near-term construction, the discounted share placement sparks debate over strategic leverage versus shareholder dilution in a critical minerals race increasingly shaped by U.S. industrial policy.
An Atlanta law firm is investigating Home Depot's planned layoff of nearly 800 Georgia workers, exploring a potential class-action lawsuit over whether the company violated federal notification laws.
Finnish cargo handling giant Kalmar Oyj partners with Tata Consultancy Services to build an AI-powered digital core, aiming to boost operational efficiency and solidify its long-term service offerings in the global ports sector.
A new Penn State report uncovers that soaring iGaming revenues in Pennsylvania are driven disproportionately by a minority of big spenders, raising questions about industry sustainability and consumer protection.
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