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Saxo on Markets, Outrageous Predictions for 2026

Charu Chanana, Chief Investment Strategist at Saxo, discusses her outlook for markets and the firm's outrageous predictions for 2026.

Charu Chanana, Chief Investment Strategist at Saxo, discusses her outlook for markets and the firm's outrageous predictions for 2026. She speaks with Avril Hong and Paul Allen on "Bloomberg: The Asia Trade." (Source: Bloomberg)
Bloomberg MarketsDec 5, 3:26 AM
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Philippines Eyes Easing IPO Float Rules to Lure Firms Like GCash

The Philippines’ securities regulator plans to relax free float requirements for initial public offerings as it seeks to entice more companies, especially large ones, to list on its faltering stock market.

The Philippines’ securities regulator plans to relax free float requirements for initial public offerings as it seeks to entice more companies, especially large ones, to list on its faltering stock market.
Bloomberg MarketsDec 5, 3:23 AM
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Iron Ore Slips on Seasonal Softening and as China Meeting Looms

Iron ore prices slipped for the first time this week as the steel market showed signs of seasonal weakness and traders looked ahead to China’s upcoming economic policy meeting.

Iron ore prices slipped for the first time this week as the steel market showed signs of seasonal weakness and traders looked ahead to China’s upcoming economic policy meeting.
Bloomberg MarketsDec 5, 3:14 AM
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Mercuria and Congo’s Gecamines Start Mineral Trading Partnership

Mercuria Energy Trading is setting up a copper and cobalt trading partnership with Democratic Republic of Congo’s state-owned miner Gecamines SA, the African company announced Thursday.

Mercuria Energy Trading is setting up a copper and cobalt trading partnership with Democratic Republic of Congo’s state-owned miner Gecamines SA, the African company announced Thursday.
Bloomberg MarketsDec 5, 2:14 AM
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Mercuria JV to Market Half a Million Tons of Congo’s Copper

Mercuria Energy Trading has started a metals trading joint venture with Democratic Republic of Congo’s Gécamines SA to market copper and cobalt the country gets from equity stakes in local mines.

Mercuria Energy Trading has started a metals trading joint venture with Democratic Republic of Congo’s Gécamines SA to market copper and cobalt the country gets from equity stakes in local mines.
Bloomberg MarketsDec 5, 2:14 AM
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SOL price capped at $140 as altcoin ETF rivals reshape crypto demand

SOL struggles to extend its gains as declining activity, falling leverage demand and competition from newly launched spot altcoin ETFs challenge Solana’s price rebound.

SOL struggles to extend its gains as declining activity, falling leverage demand and competition from newly launched spot altcoin ETFs challenge Solana’s price rebound.
Cointelegraph - Altcoin NewsDec 5, 2:14 AM
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Skyworks Solutions to Merge with Qorvo in $105.31 Per Share Deal

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. has announced its plans to merge with Qorvo, Inc., in a transaction valued at approximately $105.31 per share. The merger aims to leverage synergies from both companies in the semiconductor industry, enhancing their competitive position in the market.

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (SWKS) has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Qorvo, Inc. (QRVO), marking a significant consolidation in the semiconductor industry. The transaction, which was unanimously approved by the boards of both companies, will combine Skyworks and Qorvo through a two-step merger process that is anticipated to close in 2026, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals. Under the terms of the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated October 27, 2025, Qorvo shareholders will...
USFMDec 5, 1:27 AM
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Old Republic International Corp to Acquire Everett Cash Mutual Insurance Co. in Strategic Merger

Old Republic International Corporation has entered into a merger agreement to acquire Everett Cash Mutual Insurance Co., transitioning ECM from a mutual to a stock insurance company. This deal, valued at approximately $207 million, allows ECM members to subscribe for shares of Old Republic common stock at a discounted rate.

In a significant corporate action, Old Republic International Corporation (NYSE: ORI) has announced its intention to acquire Everett Cash Mutual Insurance Co. (ECM), a mutual insurance company based in Pennsylvania. The merger, which is set to convert ECM into a stock insurance company, involves a strategic plan aimed at enhancing ECM's capital base while providing its members with access to Old Republic's robust market presence and financial strength. The transaction is structured through a Stock...
USFMDec 5, 1:27 AM
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Japan Rebuts China’s Second Letter to UN as Spat Keeps Simmering

Japan’s representative at the United Nations submitted a rebuttal against the latest Chinese letter to the UN, as the spat between the two nations over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on Taiwan continues to simmer.

Japan’s representative at the United Nations submitted a rebuttal against the latest Chinese letter to the UN, as the spat between the two nations over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on Taiwan continues to simmer.
Bloomberg PoliticsDec 5, 1:21 AM
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Japan Rebuts China’s Second Letter to UN as Dispute Simmers

Japan’s representative at the United Nations submitted a rebuttal against the latest Chinese letter to the UN, as the spat between the two nations over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on Taiwan continues to simmer.

Japan’s representative at the United Nations submitted a rebuttal against the latest Chinese letter to the UN, as the spat between the two nations over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on Taiwan continues to simmer.
Bloomberg PoliticsDec 5, 1:21 AM
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Admiral at Center of Boat Strikes Briefs Lawmakers | Balance of Power: Late Edition 12/04/2025

"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, Former Secretary of Defense, Leon Panetta, states there are a lot of questions that need answering when weighing in on Secretary Pete Hegseth’s orders against a suspected drug-smuggling boat near Venezuela. Claudia Sahm, New Century Advisors Chief Economist, discusses what to expect during next week's Fed meeting. Mayor of St. Paul, Minnesota Melvin Carter (D) states the anxiety...
Bloomberg PoliticsDec 5, 12:55 AM
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Lee Looks to Spur South Korea’s Markets a Year After Martial Law

A year after South Korea was shaken by its former leader’s disastrous attempt to impose martial law, President Lee Jae Myung has restored stability and is now using his popularity to press ahead with investor-friendly moves.

A year after South Korea was shaken by its former leader’s disastrous attempt to impose martial law, President Lee Jae Myung has restored stability and is now using his popularity to press ahead with investor-friendly moves.
Bloomberg PoliticsDec 5, 12:45 AM
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Chevron and Gorgon Partners OK $2 Billion to Drill for More Gas

Chevron Corp’s Australian unit and its joint venture partners have reached a final investment decision to further develop the massive Gorgon natural gas project in Western Australia, it said in a statement on Friday.

Chevron Corp’s Australian unit and its joint venture partners have reached a final investment decision to further develop the massive Gorgon natural gas project in Western Australia, it said in a statement on Friday.
Bloomberg MarketsDec 5, 12:42 AM