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Indonesia Halts Agincourt, PTPN III Operations After Floods

Indonesia suspended the operations of three companies in Sumatra, saying it would probe whether their land-clearing activities helped trigger the deadly floods and landslides that killed hundreds on the island.

Indonesia suspended the operations of three companies in Sumatra, saying it would probe whether their land-clearing activities helped trigger the deadly floods and landslides that killed hundreds on the island.
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 6, 4:20 AM
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Japan’s Bear-Related Casualties Hit Record on Escalating Attacks

A record 230 were killed or injured by bears in Japan since April, putting more pressure on the government to intervene as the animals push deeper into areas where people live.

A record 230 were killed or injured by bears in Japan since April, putting more pressure on the government to intervene as the animals push deeper into areas where people live.
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 6, 3:13 AM
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Miami’s Housing Supply Shortage Hits Affordability, Codina Says

South Florida faces a growing affordability problem as housing demand outstrips supply, according to Ana-Marie Codina, whose family firm develops master-planned communities in the region.

South Florida faces a growing affordability problem as housing demand outstrips supply, according to Ana-Marie Codina, whose family firm develops master-planned communities in the region.
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 6, 2:06 AM
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Noem, Top US Lawyers Reveal Little in Judge’s Contempt Probe

Facing a criminal contempt of court probe, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and two senior Trump administration lawyers offered bare bones accounts of their roles in a decision not to turn around planes of Venezuelan migrants in March per a judge’s directive.

Facing a criminal contempt of court probe, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and two senior Trump administration lawyers offered bare bones accounts of their roles in a decision not to turn around planes of Venezuelan migrants in March per a judge’s directive.
Bloomberg Politics • Dec 6, 1:37 AM
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Private Market FOMO Over AI Will Lead to Mistakes, Bravo Says

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology is stirring up “enormous” anxiety among investors, as firms struggle to judge which tech companies are worth the risk, according to Thoma Bravo founder Orlando Bravo.

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology is stirring up “enormous” anxiety among investors, as firms struggle to judge which tech companies are worth the risk, according to Thoma Bravo founder Orlando Bravo.
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 6, 1:21 AM
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Russia’s Vital Oil Trade With India Is Down, But Not Out

India’s imports of Russian crude are expected to plunge to a near four-year low early next year, after months of US pressure.

India’s imports of Russian crude are expected to plunge to a near four-year low early next year, after months of US pressure. As workarounds emerge and the Kremlin cranks up its own charm offensive, however, the question is how long that drop will last.
Bloomberg Politics • Dec 6, 1:00 AM
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Congress' Healthcare Fight Rages On Ahead of Deadline | Balance of Power: Late Edition 12/05/2025

"Balance of Power: Late Edition" focuses on the intersection of politics and global business.

"Balance of Power: Late Edition" focuses on the intersection of politics and global business. On today's show, Representative Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI) weighs in on the Netflix-Warner Bros. deal and states he is cautiously optimistic about it. Danielle Pletka, American Enterprise Institute Distinguished Senior Fellow, shares her thoughts on whether or not a video showing survivors of the boat strike waving before the fatal follow-up attack changes how people view the story. Former Deputy Treasury Secretary,...
Bloomberg Politics • Dec 6, 12:57 AM
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Rattner: US Can’t ‘Out-Negotiate’ China

Willett Advisors’ Steven Rattner joins Wall Street Week after returning from China to share his view of an economy running at two speeds – weak consumption but booming tech.

Willett Advisors’ Steven Rattner joins Wall Street Week after returning from China to share his view of an economy running at two speeds – weak consumption but booming tech. He discusses how China is overtaking the US in electric vehicles, biotech, and AI, and why tariffs are unlikely to stop that momentum. Rattner argues that the US must compete through innovation and smart policy at home, and not by trying to slow China down. (Source:...
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 6, 12:03 AM
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Stocks Rise on Soft September Data That Boosts Rate-Cut Bets | The Close 12/5/2025

Bloomberg Television brings you the latest news and analysis leading up to the final minutes and seconds before and after the closing bell on Wall Street.

Bloomberg Television brings you the latest news and analysis leading up to the final minutes and seconds before and after the closing bell on Wall Street. Today's guests are ADP’s Nela Richardson, Wells Fargo Investment’s Paul Christopher, Seaport Research Partners’ David Joyce, SPG Global’s Simon Gallagher, HSBC’s Nicole Inui, MNTN’s Mark Douglas, Build-A-Bear Workshop’s Sharon Price John, FIFA World Cup 26 NYNJ’s Alex Lasry. (Source: Bloomberg)
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 5, 11:55 PM
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Ukraine-US Talks Yield ‘Framework’ But Negotiations Continue

Negotiators from the White House and Ukraine agreed on a “framework of security arrangements” and discussed what deterrence capabilities would be necessary as part of a peace deal to end the war with Russia, the US said Friday.

Negotiators from the White House and Ukraine agreed on a “framework of security arrangements” and discussed what deterrence capabilities would be necessary as part of a peace deal to end the war with Russia, the US said Friday.
Bloomberg Politics • Dec 5, 11:31 PM
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Video Doesn't Change Story Much: Pletka on Boat Strike

Danielle Pletka, American Enterprise Institute Distinguished Senior Fellow, shares her thoughts on whether or not a video showing survivors of the boat strike waving before the fatal follow-up attack changes how people view the story.

Danielle Pletka, American Enterprise Institute Distinguished Senior Fellow, shares her thoughts on whether or not a video showing survivors of the boat strike waving before the fatal follow-up attack changes how people view the story. Danielle also states that the challenge here is if the actions by the Trump Administration were legal or illegal, and discusses what the next steps are to determine the legality of the strikes. She speaks with Joe Mathieu and Amara...
Bloomberg Politics • Dec 5, 11:28 PM
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FIFA Cup May be Biggest-Ever Sporting Event: Alex Lasry

Alex Lasry, CEO of FIFA World Cup 26 NYNJ, says the World Cup final could be the biggest event in human history, telling Romaine Bostick and Katie Greifeld on “The Close” it will surpass even a Super Bowl or a Taylor Swift concert.

Alex Lasry, CEO of FIFA World Cup 26 NYNJ, says the World Cup final could be the biggest event in human history, telling Romaine Bostick and Katie Greifeld on “The Close” it will surpass even a Super Bowl or a Taylor Swift concert. (Source: Bloomberg)
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 5, 11:27 PM
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Build-A-Bear CEO: 'No Way Around' Tariff Impact

Sharon Price John, Build-A-Bear Workshop President & CEO, says strong preemptive actions in the first half will create a tough comparison next year.

Sharon Price John, Build-A-Bear Workshop President & CEO, says strong preemptive actions in the first half will create a tough comparison next year. She tells “The Close” that tariff-affected product will still run through the company’s system in the first half of 2026, with no real way around it. (Source: Bloomberg)
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 5, 11:19 PM
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Churchill Capital Corp IX to Merge with Plus Automation, Inc. in Strategic Move to Enhance AI Capabilities

Churchill Capital Corp IX (CCIX) has announced a merger agreement with Plus Automation, Inc. (PlusAI), creating a combined entity aimed at expanding its footprint in the automation and AI sectors. This transaction includes a domestication of CCIX from the Cayman Islands to Delaware, setting the stage for a significant reorganization.

In a notable move in the financial markets, Churchill Capital Corp IX (CCIX), a Cayman Islands exempted company, has entered into a merger agreement with Plus Automation, Inc. (PlusAI), a Delaware corporation. The merger, which involves CCIX’s wholly-owned subsidiaries, Merger Sub I and Merger Sub II, is designed to enhance CCIX's capabilities in the rapidly evolving automation and artificial intelligence sectors. **Financial Implications**: The transaction is set to include a change of jurisdiction for CCIX...
USFM • Dec 5, 11:19 PM
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Carvana gets a spot in the S&P 500 ahead of these tech stocks

Carvana and two other companies will join the S&P 500 in about two weeks, S&P Dow Jones Indices said late Friday — dashing the hopes of those investors who expected bigger tech names or a crypto giant to get the honors this time around.

Carvana and two other companies will join the S&P 500 in about two weeks, S&P Dow Jones Indices said late Friday — dashing the hopes of those investors who expected bigger tech names or a crypto giant to get the honors this time around.
MarketWatch - Top Stories • Dec 5, 11:16 PM
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'Hidden Gem' in Netflix-Warner is Ad Team: Mark Douglas

Mark Douglas, MNTN CEO, says CNN can’t stand on its own and hopes it finds a new home, adding that it doesn’t make sense for Netflix to enter that space.

Mark Douglas, MNTN CEO, says CNN can’t stand on its own and hopes it finds a new home, adding that it doesn’t make sense for Netflix to enter that space. He tells “The Close” that he hopes Netflix uses its resources to take franchises like Game of Thrones and The White Lotus even further. (Source: Bloomberg)
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 5, 11:13 PM