March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26 ) on Thursday closed down -18 (-0.33%), and March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26 ) closed down -49 (-1.22%). Cocoa prices settled lower on Thursday. A rebound in the dollar weighed on NY cocoa prices after the dollar index (DXY...
March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) on Thursday closed up +8.05 (+2.16%), and January ICE robusta coffee (RMF26 ) closed down -13 (-0.30%). Coffee prices on Thursday settled mixed. Arabica coffee recovered from early losses on Thursday, turning higher ami...
New York, NY – December 4, 2025 – The U.S. stock market is currently treading a path of cautious optimism and heightened volatility, as Wall Street increasingly solidifies its hopes for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut at its upcoming December 9-10 meeting. This pervasive sentiment, largely fueled by recent dovish
As the calendar turns to late 2025, whispers from Washington D.C. indicate a significant potential shake-up at the helm of the nation's central bank. Kevin Hassett, a prominent economist and former top advisor to President Donald Trump, is reportedly a leading contender for the Federal Reserve Chair, with an
Vancouver, BC – December 4, 2025 – Aftermath Silver Ltd. (TSXV: AAG; OTCQX: AAGFF) today announced a significant mineral resource upgrade at its flagship Berenguela silver-copper-manganese deposit in southern Peru. This pivotal development, revealed in a new National Instrument 43-101 compliant Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE), marks a substantial increase in contained silver,
The cryptocurrency market has once again been shaken by a significant price correction in Bitcoin (BTC), with the digital asset experiencing a sharp decline in November and early December 2025. This latest downturn, which saw Bitcoin plummet from an October peak of approximately $125,000-$126,000 to lows around
Washington D.C. – December 4, 2025 – In a landmark decision poised to fundamentally reshape the U.S. digital asset landscape, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially cleared the path for federally regulated spot Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency trading on its registered futures exchanges. This pivotal announcement,
Saline, MI – December 4, 2025 – Residents of Saline are bracing for another round of increased utility bills as the Saline City Council, in a unanimous 5-0 vote on December 4, 2024, approved significant hikes in water and wastewater rates. Effective January 1, 2025, water rates will climb by 6.5%
In a financial landscape increasingly dominated by the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its profound impact on large-cap growth equities, Xtrackers' active approach to natural resource investing is emerging as a critical discussion point for investors seeking diversification and inflation protection. As AI continues to fuel unprecedented capital
Patna, Bihar – December 4, 2025 – In a landmark decision poised to redefine correctional facility management, the Bihar government today approved an ambitious plan to install over 9,000 state-of-the-art CCTV cameras across all 53 jails in the state. This colossal undertaking, sanctioned with a budget of Rs 155.38 crore, signals a significant leap towards [...]
As the agricultural world eagerly anticipates the new year, a groundbreaking development in crop nutrition technology, Triplex, is poised to reshape farming practices across the globe. Developed by Agro-Vital, part of the Agriton group, Triplex is not just another product; it's an intelligent, data-driven system designed to deliver unparalleled precision and sustainability in nutrient management. [...]
London, UK – December 4, 2025 – In a landmark move poised to reshape the European hospitality landscape, Amano Hotels, a leading boutique urban lifestyle brand, has successfully scaled Flexkeeping's advanced automated cleaning technology across its entire portfolio of properties in Europe and the UK. This strategic deployment, announced around today's date, underscores Amano's unwavering [...]
Hyderabad, India – December 4, 2025 – In a significant move poised to reshape India's burgeoning digital payments and consumer credit landscape, Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services Limited (NSE: ZAGGLE) today announced its board's formal approval for the 100% acquisition of Rivpe Technology Private Limited, the innovative force behind the Rio.Money brand. This strategic takeover, valued [...]
Amazon introduces Graviton5 processors for faster, more efficient, and cost-effective cloud application management, intensifying competition with Intel and AMD.
The global tourism industry is undergoing an unprecedented digital transformation, with technology rapidly ascending to the throne as the primary driver of innovation, efficiency, and personalized experiences. This seismic shift is perhaps best encapsulated by the upcoming FITUR 2026, the International Tourism Trade Fair, which is set to significantly expand its Travel Technology Zone, signaling [...]
In a significant strategic recalibration, Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) is reportedly planning to slash billions from the budget of its ambitious metaverse division, Reality Labs. This move, which could see cuts as high as 30% for 2026, marks a pivotal moment for the tech giant, signaling a shift from its costly, long-term metaverse bet towards [...]
As of December 2025, India has solidified its position as a pivotal battleground for the world's leading AI search engines. The subcontinent, with its vast and rapidly expanding digital user base, diverse linguistic landscape, and mobile-first internet habits, has become a critical testbed for global AI players. The intense competition among Google Gemini, OpenAI's (NASDAQ: [...]
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The European Commission, the European Union's executive arm and top antitrust enforcer, has today, December 4, 2025, launched a formal antitrust investigation into Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) concerning WhatsApp's policy on third-party AI chatbots. This significant move addresses serious concerns that Meta is leveraging its dominant position in the messaging market to stifle competition in [...]
Pliant Therapeutics posts interim Phase 1 data showing antitumor activity and durable responses for PLN-101095 in ICI-refractory advanced cancer patients.
Vancouver, BC – December 4, 2025 – pH7 Technologies, a Vancouver-based cleantech innovator, today announced the initial closing of its Series B financing round, securing a substantial USD $25.6 million. This significant investment, led by Fine Structure Ventures with key strategic participation from BHP Ventures (ASX: BHP, NYSE: BHP), marks a pivotal moment in the [...]
In a landmark move poised to reshape the landscape of energy storage and electric mobility, South Korean battery materials giant POSCO Future M (KRX: 003670) and U.S.-based all-solid-state battery innovator Factorial have officially joined forces. The strategic cooperation, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on November 25, 2025, in Berlin, Germany, aims to [...]
The financial markets on December 4, 2025, are experiencing a dynamic session, characterized by a complex interplay of corporate earnings reports, influential analyst updates, and a barrage of new economic data. This confluence of factors is creating a volatile environment, challenging investors to decipher conflicting signals regarding the health of
