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Billionaires Buy 2 Trillion-Dollar AI Stocks Hand Over Fist Ahead of 2026
Key PointsA few hedge fund managers with impressive track records bought shares of Alphabet and Meta Platforms in the third quarter.Meta Platforms is using artificial intelligence to improve engagement and ad conversion rates across its social media properties.Alphabet is monetizing artificial intel...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 24
3 Social Security Rules All Married Retirees Should Know
Key PointsYou may be eligible for spousal benefits from Social Security even if you never worked.You have to wait for your spouse to file for Social Security to claim spousal benefits.Those benefits are only worth so much, though their value increases if they become survivor benefits. The $23,760 So...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 24
HK Close | HSI and HSTECH Edge Up; Biocytogen Up 22%; Qingsong Health Up 14%; Dobot Up 9%; SMIC Up 3%
I. Market OverviewThe Hong Kong market posted modest gains on Dec 24, with benchmarks closing near their intraday ranges. The Hang Seng Index (HSI) rose 0.17% to 25,818.93, the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index (HSCEI) added 0.01% to 8,915.12, and the Hang Seng Tech Index (HSTECH) advanced 0.19% to ...Tiger News
Wed, Dec 24
2 Stock-Split Stocks Billionaires Are Piling Into for 2026
Key PointsStock-split euphoria continues to be a source of investor optimism on Wall Street.Two of Wall Street's brightest billionaire investors opened new positions in the blockbuster stock split of the year.Meanwhile, another billionaire fund manager purchased close to 5 million shares of the most...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 24
BP shares rise on Castrol stake sale
Shares of British oil major BP BP.L up 1.3% at 433p; stock second-biggest gainer on FTSE 100 index .FTSE, which is down 0.02%BP agrees to sell a 65% stake in Castrol to investment firm StonepeakCo says net proceeds of about $6 bln to be fully utilised to reduce net debtDeal creates a new joint ventu...Reuters
Wed, Dec 24
Dividend Stocks Are the Gift that Will Keep On Giving You More Income in 2026
Key PointsRealty Income routinely increases its monthly dividend payment.Brookfield Infrastructure aims to grow its dividend by 5% to 9% each year.The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF holds 100 high-quality stocks with excellent records of dividend increases. 10 stocks we like better than Realty Inco...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 24
Google Started the Year Behind in the AI Race. It Ended 2025 on Top
Alphabet entered 2025 in a difficult position. While its stock price rose 36% in 2024, the company was still largely perceived by Wall Street as playing second (or third) fiddle to OpenAI in the AI race.Fast-forward to today, and Google is stealing the show, while OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has declared ...Tiger News
Wed, Dec 24
Castrol's India unit jumps as BP plans to sell 65% stake to Stonepeak
Shares of Castrol India CAST.NS jump 8.5% to 201.80 rupeesBP BP.L to sell a 65% stake in Castrol to investment firm Stonepeak for about $6 blnStonepeak says Cananda's CPPIB to invest up to $1.05 bln as part of the deal; will gain indirect stake in Castrol at an enterprise value of ~$10.1 blnCast...Reuters
Wed, Dec 24
LIVE MARKETS-Before the bell: festive trading, but M&A keeps going
Welcome 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.comBEFORE THE BELL: FESTIVE TRADING, BUT M&A KEEPS GOINGWith most of Europe's equity markets closed for the Christmas holidays and...Reuters
Wed, Dec 24
EMERGING MARKETS-South Korean won rises over 2% on pension fund support; stocks flat
South Korean won hits highest since November 14U.S. dollar down after strong GDP dataSingapore dollar hits highest since late SeptemberBy Rajasik Mukherjee Dec 24 (Reuters) - South Korea's won surged about 2% on Wednesday, hitting its highest level since November 14, after the country's n...Reuters
Wed, Dec 24
EMERGING MARKETS-South Korean won rises over 2% on pension fund support; stocks flat
South Korean won hits highest since November 14U.S. dollar down after strong GDP dataSingapore dollar hits highest since late SeptemberBy Rajasik Mukherjee Dec 24 (Reuters) - South Korea's won surged about 2% on Wednesday, hitting its highest level since November 14, after the country's n...Reuters
Wed, Dec 24
Why Silver Is Outshining Gold and What Investors Should Know
Silver’s Rapid Rise Signals a Market ShiftIn December 2025, both gold and silver reached historic price milestones, but silver’s performance has notably eclipsed that of gold. While gold rose to $4,480.60 per ounce a 71% increase from the previous year silver futures soared past $69.09 per ounce, ma...Tiger News
Wed, Dec 24
Could Lululemon Be a Multimillionaire-Maker Stock?
Key PointsLululemon's sales in the U.S. have been disappointing. The business still has a powerful brand that supports its impressive profits. Lululemon's current low valuation offers upside potential to patient investors.10 stocks we like better than Lululemon Athletica Inc. › Lululemon (NASDAQ: LU...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 24
The Best Media Stock to Buy With $100 Right Now
Key PointsThe New York Times Co. continues to soar past analysts’ price targets. The company continues to protect its intellectual property, with a new lawsuit against Perplexity. 10 stocks we like better than The New York Times Co. › On Nov. 5, 2025, The New York Times Co. (NYSE: NYT) posted strong...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 24
Rebounding yen sinks Japan stocks despite chip share rally
By Kevin BucklandTOKYO, Dec 24 (Reuters) - Japanese equities slumped on Wednesday under the weight of a strengthening yen, sending the Nikkei share average to its first loss in four sessions despite robust gains for chip stocks.The tech-heavy Nikkei .N225 ended the day down 0.1% at 50,344.10, revers...Reuters
Wed, Dec 24
Massive News for Nvidia Stock Investors
Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) got one step closer to exporting chips to China, which could add billions in quarterly revenue and profit for the AI company.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Continue »*Stock prices used ...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 24
This Apparel Stock Is Way Cheaper Than Nike
Key PointsUrban Outfitters' stock has been up nearly 50% in 2025. The apparel retail company has a price-to-earnings ratio more than 50% cheaper than Nike’s. 10 stocks we like better than Urban Outfitters › In 2024, both Urban Outfitters (NASDAQ: URBN) and Nike (NYSE: NKE) appointed new CEOs, with a...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 24
Solidcore’s ESG management system highly rated by S&P Global
EQS Newswire / 24/12/2025 / 09:37 MSKThe leadership of Solidcore Resources plc (“Solidcore” or “the Company”) in environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices has been confirmed by the results of the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) 2025.Solidcore’s ESG ranking in top 10% of global mining companies; Environment management system ranked in top 5% globally; Company awarded highest ranking in Kazakhstan.S&P Global completed its corporate sustainability assessment of Solidcore in December 2025. The Company ranked in the top 10% of global mining companies in the metals and mining sector, achieving a total score of 63 out of 100 (91st percentile). Solidcore also secured the highest ranking among mining and metallurgical companies in Kazakhstan. The transparency of Solidcore’s corporate disclosures and data availability was assessed as “high”. The independent evaluation by S&P Global's analysts highlights the Company’s competitive ESG positioning at both regional and international levels.S&P Global analysts especially recognised Solidcore’s achievements in environmental management. According to the assessment, the Company ranked in the top 5% of global mining companies for the quality of environmental management and the effectiveness of its environmental impact management systems, receiving an Environment score of 66 out of 100 (95th percentile).«The high scores awarded by S&P Global are the result of the systematic and day-to-day work of the entire Solidcore team, and we are rightfully proud of this recognition. At the same time, in an environment of increasingly stringent requirements and evolving non-financial reporting standards, adaptability and transparent engagement with all stakeholders remain key factors for long-term business sustainability. We are grateful to the S&P Global team for their independent and professional assessment, as well as for the opportunity to further refine our ESG strategy based on leading global best practices», – said Michael Vasilev, Head of Sustainability Reporting at Solidcore Resources plc.The CSA 2025 materials for Solidcore Resources plc are publicly available on the official S&P Global portal and may also be provided upon request by Company representatives.In addition to S&P Global’s assessment, PwC recognised Solidcore as a leader in sustainability reporting among mining and metallurgical companies in Kazakhstan under its ESG disclosure rating, published in December 2025. Solidcore received a rating of “A” (on a scale from “D” to “A+”, where “D” represents the lowest score), reflecting the quality and transparency of its ESG disclosure.About SolidcoreSolidcore Resources is a leading gold producer registered in AIFC, Kazakhstan, and listed on Astana International Exchange. Solidcore operates two producing gold mines and a major growth project in Kazakhstan.About S&P GlobalS&P Global is a leading international analytics and ratings company providing data, research, and assessments across financial markets, sustainability, and corporate performance. The S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) is a comprehensive independent evaluation of how companies manage ESG risks and opportunities. The resulting ESG Score is based on the principle of double materiality, considering both the impact of ESG factors on a company’s competitiveness and long-term value, as well as the impact of the company’s activities on society and the environment.Enquiries Investor Relations Media Kirill Kuznetsov Alina Assanova +7 7172 47 66 55 (Kazakhstan) ir@solidcore-resources.com Yerkin Uderbay +7 7172 47 66 55 (Kazakhstan) media@solidcore-resources.kz FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTSThis release may include statements that are, or may be deemed to be, “forward-looking statements”. These forward-looking statements speak only as at the date of this release. These forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including the words “targets”, “believes”, “expects”, “aims”, “intends”, “will”, “may”, “anticipates”, “would”, “could” or “should” or similar expressions or, in each case their negative or other variations or by discussion of strategies, plans, objectives, goals, future events or intentions. These forward-looking statements all include matters that are not historical facts. By their nature, such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors beyond the company’s control that could cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the company to be materially different from future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on numerous assumptions regarding the company’s present and future business strategies and the environment in which the company will operate in the future. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. There are many factors that could cause the company’s actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking statements. The company expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in the company’s expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements are based.24/12/2025 Dissemination of a Financial Press Release, transmitted by EQS News.The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.Media archive at www.todayir.comEQS
Wed, Dec 24
South Korean court rejects bid to block Korea Zinc share sale funding US smelter
Court ruling to allow Korea Zinc's $7.4 billion US smelter project to proceedMBK Partners and YoungPoong express concerns over shareholder dilutionKorea Zinc says US project aligns with Washington's mineral supply chain goalsUS government and investors to control 10% of Korea ZincBy Hyunjoo ...Reuters
Wed, Dec 24
1 Reason Why I Can't Bring Myself to Touch Newsmax Stock With a 10‑Foot Pole
Key PointsNewsmax was briefly a meme stock went it went pubic last March, but since then, the conservative media stock has fallen back to below its IPO price.Even at current price levels, shares remain overvalued. This points to further downside ahead, if profitability and growth issues persist.Unle...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 24
