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Brent- WTI widens as stockpile increase

Feb 19, 2015 14:51 pm UTC| Insights & Views

Brent crude oil also known as UK oil fell to near parity on mid-January 2015 with its American counterpart West Texas Intermediate (WTI), since then the spread has increased giving it the upper hand over WTI. Our take on...

Growth in US slowed most among G7 counterparts

Feb 19, 2015 14:33 pm UTC| Insights & Views

Despite the growth optimism and positive outlook for the US economy, it is important to look at the GDP growth data in a different angle. Kindly note that India is not a G7 country, included to compare the growth of...

Federal Reserve minutes- inflation view

Feb 19, 2015 10:50 am UTC| Insights & Views

Yesterday at 19:00 GMT Federal Reserve (FED) published its monetary policy meeting minutes. Dollar suffered against its counterparts, after the release of the report since market observed some dovish tone in the report....

Inflation decelerates in Euro zone

Feb 19, 2015 09:55 am UTC| Insights & Views

Today one of the measures for euro area inflation was published at 7.45 am GMT. Todays Consumer Price Index (CPI) for January came at -1.1% mom and -0.4% YoY basis. Euro did not move much, as expected since market was...

Key points of latest Greek proposal

Feb 19, 2015 08:53 am UTC| Insights & Views

In the latest stand off between the Greek government and the Euro zone creditors continue. The Greeks have proposed a draft. Important points in the proposal- Greek government challenges the role of TROIKA (ECB, IMF,...

Awaiting first ever ECB minutes

Feb 19, 2015 07:26 am UTC| Insights & Views

Today European Central Bank (ECB) is going to publish the accounts of the January governing council meet at 12:30 pm GMT. In the January meet, ECB governing council announced Quantitative easing (QE) of 60 billion a...

FOMC minutes ahead, where is the dollar standing

Feb 18, 2015 17:04 pm UTC| Insights & Views

The minutes of last FOMC meeting will be published today at 7 pm GMT. Dollar so far has not moved much for the day as market awaits the release. Several notes- Evaluating the scenarios it seems, for todays reaction,...

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Economy

China's Military Explores Meta’s AI for Advanced Applications, Raising Security Concerns

Chinas PLA Researchers Tap Metas AI Model for Military Purposes Top Chinese research institutions, including those linked to the Peoples Liberation Army (PLA), are reportedly adapting Metas Llama AI model for...

Indonesia's Inflation Eases, Core Inflation Surges Amid Economic Challenges

Indonesias Inflation Trends: Headline Eases, Core Inflation Surges October Inflation Overview Indonesias headline inflation rate eased to 1.71% in October, down from 1.84% in September. This rate aligns...

China Halts Investments in Europe Amid New Tariffs on EVs

China Halts Investments in Europe Amid New Tariffs on EVs China has directed its automakers to pause significant investments in European countries backing new tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs). This...

Sumitomo Corp Reports 11% Drop in Net Profit Amid Weak Coal Prices

Sumitomo Corps Financial Update Japanese trading house Sumitomo Corp reported a net profit of 254 billion yen (approximately $1.7 billion) for the six months ending September 2024. This figure marks an 11% decrease...

BYD Reports Strong Q3 Growth with 11.5% Profit Increase Amid EV Surge

BYDs Impressive Q3 Performance Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD announced an 11.5% increase in net profit for the third quarter of 2024, fueled by strong sales and government trade-in incentives. The...

Politics

Donald Trump’s Last Crypto Call Rallies Bitcoin Supporters in High-Stakes Election Push

With Election Day only days away, Donald Trump intensifies his campaign to woo crypto advocates, announcing a sweeping Bitcoin agenda that promises to keep BTC mining stateside and challenges claims from Kamala Harris....

‘Garbage or Nazis?’ Gov. Tim Walz Defends Biden’s Remarks on Trump Supporters—‘He Was Very Clear!’ Critics Demand Apology

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is facing backlash after defending President Joe Bidens recent comment that referred to Trump supporters as garbage. In his statement, Walz, who recently compared Trump supporters to Nazis,...

‘America’s Going to Love It!’ Elon Musk Teases ‘Fun’ Second Trump Presidency—‘It’s Gonna Be Awesome!’ Sparks Mixed Reactions

In a tweet that has stirred up strong opinions across social media, billionaire Elon Musk shared his take on a potential second presidency for former President Donald Trump, calling it the most fun America has had in a...

‘A System Flaw Exposed!’ Non-Citizen Voting Incident at University of Michigan Sparks Outrage—‘Ballot Will Still Count!’

A 19-year-old student from China, enrolled at the University of Michigan, faces charges of illegal voting and perjury for allegedly casting a ballot in the 2024 U.S. election. The case has ignited a firestorm of...

U.S. Election Officials Brace for Disruptions Amid Misinformation and Threats

Heightened Security Measures in Key Battleground States Ahead of Election Day With the U.S. election just days away, officials across crucial battleground states like Philadelphia, Detroit, and Atlanta are...

Science

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Scabies Surge Sparks Alarm: Doctors Warn Brits, 'Don't Ignore That Rash!'

Doctors in the United Kingdom are sounding the alarm over a dramatic rise in scabies cases, urging residents not to dismiss any signs of the itchy skin condition. Recent data shows that hospitals detected approximately...

Just 21 Minutes of Cycling a Day Is 'All You Need' for Total Health, Claims Expert

John Vinton, CEO of Aventon Bikes, insists that just 21 minutes of cycling each day can drastically enhance your health. This simple yet transformative practice can lead to a multitude of benefits, including reduced risks...

Urgent Alert: New COVID Variant Causes Alarming Symptoms—You Must Know This!

The UK is experiencing a rise in COVID-19 cases, with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirming that the XEC strain of the virus is spreading. This variant, a combination of the KS.1.1 and KP.3.3 strains, is...

Technology

OpenAI's ChatGPT Search Takes on Google—Here's How to Use It

In a bold move against Google, OpenAI has unveiled ChatGPT Search, enhancing its AI with powerful search capabilities. Powered by GPT-4o, this new feature is rolling out to ChatGPT Plus users. Heres how you can get started...

Nvidia’s $700 Million Run:ai Acquisition Triggers EU Red Flags Over Competition Concerns

Nvidias $700 million acquisition of Israeli AI firm Run:ai faces an EU regulatory review amid competition concerns in tech markets. EU regulators may require Nvidia to make concessions to secure final approval for the...

Elon Musk Fires Back at Zoox Co-Founder's Doubts Over Tesla FSD’s Robotaxi Readiness

Zoox co-founder Jesse Levinsons critique of Teslas Full Self-Driving tech sparked a pointed response from Elon Musk. Levinson questioned Teslas approach to autonomous driving safety, suggesting it isnt equipped for...

XRP Whale Drops 31M Tokens As SEC Battle Reaches Pivotal Moment

An XRP whale transferred 31 million tokens to Bitso, intensifying market chatter as Ripples legal showdown with the SEC hits a pivotal stage. With XRP hovering around $0.50 support, investors brace for possible sell-off...

Bitcoin Eyes $123K as Zeberg Highlights Key Fibonacci, RSI, and MACD Signals

Bitcoins price could soon reach $123,000, predicts Henrik Zeberg, as technical indicators signal substantial upward momentum. With Bitcoin nearing critical Fibonacci and RSI thresholds, Zeberg suggests a powerful rally may...