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OPEC+ Turns to Dallas Based Consultant for Capacity Review

OPEC+ set out its methodology for a sweeping review of how much members will be capable of pump in years ahead, turning to a consultant that once audited the reserves of Saudi Aramco.

OPEC+ set out its methodology for a sweeping review of how much members will be capable of pump in years ahead, turning to a consultant that once audited the reserves of Saudi Aramco.
Bloomberg Markets • Nov 30, 2:33 PM
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US Options Market Grapples With ‘Concentration Risk’ in Clearing

As the US options market heads for a sixth straight year of record volume, some best-known names in the industry are growing nervous about its over-reliance on a small group of banks to guarantee trades for the biggest market makers.

As the US options market heads for a sixth straight year of record volume, some best-known names in the industry are growing nervous about its over-reliance on a small group of banks to guarantee trades for the biggest market makers.
Bloomberg Markets • Nov 30, 2:00 PM
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National Guard Shooter Was Radicalized While in US, Noem Says

US authorities believe the shooter suspected of killing one National Guard member and seriously wounding another in Washington, DC, was radicalized while in the US, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said.

US authorities believe the shooter suspected of killing one National Guard member and seriously wounding another in Washington, DC, was radicalized while in the US, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said.
Bloomberg Politics • Nov 30, 1:47 PM
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National Guard Shooter Was Radicalized in US, Noem Says

US authorities believe the man suspected of fatally shooting a National Guard member and seriously wounding another in Washington, DC, was radicalized while in the US, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said.

US authorities believe the man suspected of fatally shooting a National Guard member and seriously wounding another in Washington, DC, was radicalized while in the US, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said.
Bloomberg Politics • Nov 30, 1:47 PM
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To Bond Investors, Some Emerging Markets Look Safer Than the US

Global bond investors are beginning to view select emerging markets as safer than many far richer nations, a momentous shift that’s setting the stage for the next phase of outperformance in the asset class.

Global bond investors are beginning to view select emerging markets as safer than many far richer nations, a momentous shift that’s setting the stage for the next phase of outperformance in the asset class.
Bloomberg Markets • Nov 30, 1:30 PM
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To Bond Investors, Some Emerging Markets Look Safer Than US

Global bond investors are beginning to view select emerging markets as safer than many far richer nations, a momentous shift that’s setting the stage for the next phase of outperformance in the asset class.

Global bond investors are beginning to view select emerging markets as safer than many far richer nations, a momentous shift that’s setting the stage for the next phase of outperformance in the asset class.
Bloomberg Markets • Nov 30, 1:30 PM
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Hondurans Vote in an Election Trump is Trying to Influence

Hondurans are voting for president under pressure from Donald Trump, in an election in which the two frontrunners pledge to end diplomatic ties with Beijing.

Hondurans are voting for president under pressure from Donald Trump, in an election in which the two frontrunners pledge to end diplomatic ties with Beijing.
Bloomberg Markets • Nov 30, 1:00 PM
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Vote Count Starts in Honduras Election Trump Sought to Influence

Vote counting has started in Honduras’ presidential election in which Donald Trump unexpectedly intervened at the last minute, and in which the two frontrunners pledged to end diplomatic ties with Beijing.

Vote counting has started in Honduras’ presidential election in which Donald Trump unexpectedly intervened at the last minute, and in which the two frontrunners pledged to end diplomatic ties with Beijing.
Bloomberg Politics • Nov 30, 1:00 PM
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Ballston Spa Bancorp and NBC Bancorp to Merge: Strategic Consolidation in New York Banking Sector

Ballston Spa Bancorp, Inc. has announced a definitive agreement to acquire NBC Bancorp, Inc. in a strategic merger valued at approximately $26 million. The merger will allow NBC shareholders to receive shares of Ballston Spa, enhancing the combined entity's market position and operational capabilities.

In a significant move within the New York banking landscape, Ballston Spa Bancorp, Inc. (Ballston Spa) and NBC Bancorp, Inc. (NBC) have entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger, announced on September 23, 2025. This merger will see NBC merge with and into Ballston Spa, with Ballston Spa as the surviving corporation. Following this transaction, NBC's wholly-owned subsidiary, The National Bank of Coxsackie (NBC Bank), will merge into Ballston Spa National Bank, Ballston Spa's...
USFM • Nov 30, 12:36 PM
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India Said to Pitch New Arms Deal With Russia During Putin Visit

India plans to start discussions toward the purchase of Russian fighter jets and a missile defense shield during President Vladimir Putin’s visit this week, according to people with knowledge of the matter, even as the President Donald Trump administration seeks to reduce dealings between the two nations.

India plans to start discussions toward the purchase of Russian fighter jets and a missile defense shield during President Vladimir Putin’s visit this week, according to people with knowledge of the matter, even as the President Donald Trump administration seeks to reduce dealings between the two nations.
Bloomberg Politics • Nov 30, 12:03 PM