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LIVE MARKETS-European autos: running on empty or about to shift gears?
STOXX 600 up 0.3%Miners lead, energy lagsJapan's Nikkei drops on BOJ hike expectationsWall St futures higherWelcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at markets.research@thomsonreuters.com EUROPEAN AUTOS: RU...Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
After Falling 41% From Its Recent Peak, Is MP Materials Stock a Buy?
Key PointsThe U.S. seeks to secure its supply chain of rare-earth materials amid concerns over China's dominance.MP Materials holds significant assets in the U.S. rare-earth magnet market, which is crucial for various industries, including defense and electric vehicles. The company has agreed to a h...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 5
ChargePoint jumps after Q3 revenue beat estimates
Shares of EV charging network operator ChargePoint Holdings' CHPT.N up 11.3% at $9.46 after Q3 revenue beat estimatesCo posts Q3 rev. of $105.7 mln, above analysts’ expectations of $96.7 mln – data compiled by LSEG “Our debt exchange in November and partnerships like Eaton position us to acceler...Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
Why Plug Power Stock Popped This Week
Key PointsPlug announced it has begun a contract with NASA.The company signed a letter of intent with a developer of hydrogen production projects.Plug's consistent failure to generate a profit suggests that investors should look elsewhere for hydrogen exposure.10 stocks we like better than Plug Powe...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 5
Better Stock to Buy: Intel or AMD?
In this deep dive, I reveal whether AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) or Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) has the strongest upside going into 2026. With AI infrastructure momentum, quantum computing breakthroughs, and major partnerships accelerating rapid growth, one of these two may be at the start of a powerful long-term exp...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 5
EMERGING MARKETS-EM assets head for weekly gains as Fed cut hopes build; PCE in focus
Stocks up 0.83%, currencies edge 0.1% higherUkraine creditors balk at Kyiv offerEuropean assets steadyBy Niket Nishant Dec 5 (Reuters) - Emerging market stocks and currencies were set for weekly gains on Friday as investors turned their focus to upcoming U.S. Personal Consumption Expenditures da...Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
Ex-Lehman Brothers executive-backed Mayflower raises $500 million in London SPAC IPO
Some PE, VC investors have struggled to exit in recent yearsMayflower to target firms locked up in their portfoliosLarge family-owned firms and non-tech companies among targets Dec 5 (Reuters) - Mayflower Acquisition Limited, an investment vehicle founded by billionaire investor Noam Gottesman and f...Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
Take Five: Worth the wait?
LONDON, Dec 5 (Reuters) - The long-awaited December U.S. Federal Reserve meeting is almost here. But it's not the only game in town for financial markets with Canadian, Swiss, Australian and Turkish central banks also meeting and the latest China data to pore over. Here's your one-stop shop ...Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
Winity Life Launches Its First Visa® Card and Mobile App, offering an International Payments Experience for Digital-First Consumers
Winity Life Launches Its First Visa® Card and Mobile App, offering an International Payments Experience for Digital-First ConsumersHong Kong - December 05, 2025 - (SeaPRwire) - Winity Life, a lifestyle platform built for individuals who live, work, and transact across borders, has launched its inaugural Visa® product-The Winity Exclusive Card-together with its mobile app on the Apple App Store and Google Play store. Designed for users who operate across both traditional finance and digital assets, the Winity App enables members to deposit supported cryptocurrencies—including USDT, USDC, WCO, ETH, BNB, and TRX—and spend in USD at merchants and ATMs that accept Visa®, subject to local availability and applicable conditions.This is achieved by allowing members to deposit digital assets and spend USD on the same Winity platform. Winity Life seeks to offer greater financial control, reduced exposure to unexpected FX charges, and a streamlined, international spending experience.The launch comes at a time when digital payments have scaled to multi-trillion-dollar annual volumes, and a majority of adults worldwide now rely on mobile and wallet-based solutions for everyday transactions and cross-border commerce. Against this accelerating shift, Winity Life positions itself as a bridge between rapidly expanding digital payment behaviours and the stability of established card networks-delivering app-based control, platform-wide usability, and an integrated loyalty experience."With The Exclusive Card, Winity Life is not just issuing another card – it is building a lifestyle platform for people whose money, work, and travel already cross borders every day," said Anish Jain, Founder and CEO of Winity Life. "Our goal is to make it simple for members to move value from digital assets into real-world experiences, with clear pricing, meaningful rewards, and always-on support."Key Platform HighlightsUSD-Denominated Balance: Offers a USD-centric experience to help users manage spending. Digital Access: Virtual cards may be issued after approval, subject to verification and system availability. Physical cards may be used at participating POS terminals and ATMs, subject to applicable limits. Seamless Wallet Integration: Google Pay is supported for digital payments. Cross-Border Usage: Spend and withdraw cash at merchants and ATMs worldwide where Visa® is accepted, subject to local availability and transaction conditions. Winity Loyalty: Earn Winity Points on every purchase, redeemable for selected travel, curated experiences, and more, in accordance with program terms.Supporting a Connected Lifestyle- Winity Life is designed as an always-on lifestyle ecosystem, supported by 24/7 assistance via WhatsApp and premium Member Services. Through the Winity Life App, members can manage both digital and traditional assets, access privileges through the Winity Loyalty program, and benefit from a cohesive experience built for borderless living and digital-first financial habits.How to Get Started- The Winity Life app is now available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Users can complete verification, select their preferred card, and-once approved- gain access to a virtual card for secure, USD-denominated payments at supported locations.Looking Ahead- Following this debut, Winity Life will soon introduce the Winity Executive Card, a premium metal card crafted for users who seek elevated design and enhanced privileges. Members can apply for the Executive Card via the Winity Life website. About Winity LifeWinity Life is a global platform that merges traditional and digital payments into one seamless ecosystem. Built for borderless living, it enables members to manage digital assets, hold a USD balance, and spend instantly via the Winity Card. Featuring Winity Loyalty rewards, 24/7 AI support, and a secure app, Winity Life offers the financial flexibility to navigate the global economy.Download now on Apple Store and Google Play.Apple Store:https://apps.apple.com/sg/app/winity-life/id6752761057Google Play Store:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.winity.lifeMedia contactBrand: Winity LifeContact: Arijit Das, Senior Manager- Marketing and PR Email: marketing@winity.lifeWebsite: https://winity.life 05/12/2025 Dissemination of a Marketing Press Release, transmitted by EQS News.The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.Media archive at www.todayir.comEQS
Fri, Dec 5
Exane BNP sees copper, consolidation to drive metals and mining sector in 2026
Exane BNP Paribas says higher copper prices and consolidation will drive the metals and mining sector in 2026The broker says copper will enter a structural deficit in 2026 and expects its prices to rise over the medium termIt upgrades Norwegian aluminium producer Norsk Hydro NHY.OL to "outperfor...Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
Q/C Technologies jumps as retail traders pile in
Shares of quantum computing firm Q/C Technologies QCLS.O gain 15.3% to $7.9 premarket after doubling in the last two sessions Retail traders bought more than $2.6 mln worth of QCLS stock in the last two sessions, according to data from Vanda Research QCLS is the #8 most trending stock on retail inve...Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
Rubrik jumps after surprise quarterly profit, loss forecast trim
Microsoft-backed cybersecurity firm Rubrik's RBRK.N shares rise 17.3% to $82.63 premarketCo trims FY adj. EPS forecast to loss of $0.20-$0.16 from $0.50-$0.44 earlier Expect $1.28 bln revenue, higher than previous range of $1.23 bln-$1.24 blnPosts surprise adj. profit of $0.10/share in Q3 vs ana...Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
Ocado to receive $350 million payout as Kroger shuts robotic warehouses
Kroger said last month it was closing 3 robotic warehouses in USWill now not proceed with planned warehouse in CharlottePlanned warehouse in Phoenix will proceed in 2026Ocado says priority is turning cash flow positive in 2026Ocado shares up 6%By James Davey and Yadarisa Shabong Dec 5 (Reuters) -...Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
IBM Designated as a Critical Third-Party Provider Under EU DORA
ARMONK, N.Y., Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is a European Union regulation designed to ensure that financial entities—such as banks, insurance companies, and investment firms—and their critical Information and Communication Technology (ICT) providers can ...PR Newswire
Fri, Dec 5
GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks rise, dollar wilts as investors strap in for Fed rate cut
US PCE data for September due laterEuropean stocks rise, copper hits record highsJapanese bonds sell off, yen strengthens on BOJ rate-hike signalsBy Amanda Cooper LONDON, Dec 5 (Reuters) - Global shares rose on Friday, heading for a second week of gains, ahead of a key read of U.S. inflation ...Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
Cooper Companies soars after initiating strategic review
Medical device maker Cooper Companies' COO.O shares jump 13% to $87 premarketCo says it is initiating a formal strategic review aimed at identifying opportunities to enhance long-term shareholder valueCo says it is actively focused on improving performance in core markets, expanding market share...Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
Morgan Stanley reverses December Fed rate call, now expects 25bps cut
Dec 5 (Reuters) - Morgan Stanley now expects the U.S. Federal Reserve to deliver a quarter-point interest rate cut in December, it said on Friday, following dovish remarks from the central bank's policymakers.The Wall Street brokerage previously did not expect a rate cut in December.Reuters
Fri, Dec 5
Tether Spent $1 Billion on Bitcoin During Its Recent Crash. Should Individual Investors Follow Suit?
Key PointsTether bought a lot of Bitcoin recently.That happened while Bitcoin's price was plunging. It's probably a good idea to buy this dip if you can tolerate the volatility.10 stocks we like better than Bitcoin › During the past three months, Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) price slid as much as 21%, se...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 5
Premarket Movers | ChargePoint Surges 9%; ServiceTitan Jumps 5%; Critical Minerals Companies Gain; Oracle Rises 2%
EV charging network ChargePoint's Q3 revenue beat expectations. The shares jumped 8.5%.ServiceTitan shares rose 4.9% after the vertical SaaS provider for trades professionals delivered better-than-expected third-quarter earnings and lifted its revenue guidance for the year. The company also posted d...Tiger News
Fri, Dec 5
Snowflake Stock Just Took a Hit: 3 Reasons I'm Not Buying the Dip
Key PointsSnowflake stock dropped after its fiscal third-quarter report despite 29% revenue growth.Revenue growth decelerated in fiscal Q3 -- and guidance calls for a further slowdown.Even after the pullback, it's difficult to make sense of the stock's valuation.10 stocks we like better than Snowfla...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 5
