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BBC Businesscommoditiesmarket event
US diesel prices reached an all-time high as fuel costs surged following the Iran conflict that began in late February, mirroring higher wholesale oil prices.
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CoinDeskmarketsmarket event
Bitcoin cleared $81,000 as privacy coins led a broad rally across cryptocurrency markets.
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CNBC Top Newscompaniescorporate event
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Channel NewsAsia Businesscommoditiesmarket event
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Channel NewsAsia Businessregulationpolicy decision
US Commerce Secretary stated that Anthropic is back on the 'right side' with the Trump administration. This indicates a positive shift in relations between the AI company and the government.
Nasdaq Marketscommoditiesmarket event
Newmont's stock surged 34.5% in August due to rising gold prices and a Barrick Mining agreement. The article suggests the gold rally could push the stock higher.
Nasdaq Marketsmarketsmarket event
The SPDR MSCI EAFE StrategicFactors ETF (QEFA) saw unusually high volume, with over 275,000 shares traded versus a three-month average of about 26,000. Shares were up about 0.3% on the day.
Nasdaq Marketscompaniesroutine announcement
Humana declared a cash dividend of $0.885 per share payable on November 27, 2026. Other companies including Lamar Advertising also announced dividends.
Nasdaq Marketsmarketsmarket event
The Sprott Silver Miners & Physical Silver ETF (SLVR) outperformed, up about 4.4% on the day. Components like Hecla Mining and Avino Silver & Gold Mines showed strong gains.
Microsoft Sourcetechnologyroutine announcement
Kier Group's Louisa Finlay is using Microsoft Copilot to enhance safety and productivity in construction. The article highlights practical applications of AI in the industry.
Nasdaq Marketstechnologyinvestment opinion
Soaring memory prices have lifted shares of Micron Technology and SK Hynix to high levels. The article questions whether the memory supercycle peak is near.
Nasdaq Marketsmarketsmarket event
Defense shares lagged the market on Wednesday, falling about 0.7%. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions and Lockheed Martin were notable decliners, down about 3.1% and 2.1% respectively.
Nasdaq Marketsmarketsmarket event
Television & radio shares led the market on Wednesday, rising about 3.7%. Cable One and SiriusXM Holdings were strong performers, up about 19% and 7.6% respectively. Precious metals shares also showed relative strength.
CNBC Top Newsmarketsinvestment opinion
The investment team is adding two defensive stock positions to the portfolio, following the exit of a data center name. This move aims to balance AI exposure.