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Gold and Silver Have Gone Parabolic -- and the Primary Catalyst Behind This Move Isn't What You Think It Is
Key PointsGold is enjoying its best yearly performance since 1979 (up 74%), while silver has delivered a 175% year-to-date return.The multi-year rally in precious metals has been fueled by prevailing economic uncertainty and a rapid expansion in U.S. M2 money supply.However, the parabolic ascents of...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
CORRECTED-PRECIOUS-Precious metals retreat, silver falls after breaching $80/ounce
Silver hits all-time high at $83.62/ozPlatinum hits record high at $2,478.5/ozTrump says 'very close' to ending Ukraine warBy Ishaan Arora Dec 29 (Reuters) - Precious metals pulled back on Monday, with silver retreating after breaching $80 per ounce earlier in the day and gold easing from...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
Prefabricated Steel Structure Builder USAS Building Surges 32% in Hong Kong Grey Market
Chinese prefabricated steel structure builder USAS BUILDING surged 32% in Hong Kong Grey Market.USAS Building, founded in 1999, is a comprehensive subcontracting service provider in the industrial segment of the prefabricated steel structure construction market. The company delivers end-to-end servi...Tiger News
Mon, Dec 29
Defence stocks in Europe move lower after Trump-Zelenskiy meeting
Shares in European arms makers slip on Monday as investors weigh the outcome of the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Ukraine peace dealTrump said he and Zelenskiy were "getting a lot closer" to a deal but that the territorial issu...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
The Best Tech Stock to Buy With $5,000 Right Now
Key PointsAlphabet has become a major player in the AI race.Its AI assistant, Google Gemini, has 650 million monthly active users and a growing market share.The company's AI search tools have also proven popular.10 stocks we like better than Alphabet › The tech sector is full of exciting investment ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
AI Drug Designer Insilico Stock Soars 75% in HK Grey Market
Artificial intelligence-powered drug developer Insilico soared 75% in HK grey market.According to the prospectus, Insilico intends to offer more than 94 million shares priced at HKD 24.05 per share, equivalent to roughly $3.09. About 10 percent of the shares are earmarked for the Hong Kong market, w...Tiger News
Mon, Dec 29
Here Are the States That Will Be Hit Hardest if ACA Subsidies Lapse in 2026
Key PointsEnhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies were made available in 2021 and extended through the end of 2025.If Congress allows them to lapse, monthly premium payments will rise sharply for most Marketplace enrollees.If these subsidies expire, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) project...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
The Motley Fool Interviews Axon Enterprise President Josh Isner
Law enforcement technology company Axon Enterprise has produced big returns for investors. Motley Fool analyst Jason Moser recently talked with Axon President Josh Isner about the recent quarter, recent acquisitions, and the future of Axon.To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool's free podcast...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
LIVE MARKETS-Before the bell: Europe set to extend year-end gains
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: EUROPE SET TO EXTEND YEAR-END GAINSEuropean shares looked set for a higher start on Monday, kicking off the last tradi...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
EMERGING MARKETS-Stocks start final week of 2025 on firm footing, Taiwan hits record high
South Korean stocks hit highest since November 4Thai baht down 1.2%, cuts YTD gain to 9.3%By Rajasik Mukherjee Dec 29 (Reuters) - Taiwan shares surged to a record high on Monday, while South Korea's KOSPI climbed to its strongest level in eight weeks, setting an upbeat tone for the final week...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
EMERGING MARKETS-Stocks start final week of 2025 on firm footing, Taiwan hits record high
South Korean stocks hit highest since November 4Thai baht down 1.2%, cuts YTD gain to 9.3%By Rajasik Mukherjee Dec 29 (Reuters) - Taiwan shares surged to a record high on Monday, while South Korea's KOSPI climbed to its strongest level in eight weeks, setting an upbeat tone for the final week...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
AGNC Investment: The 13% Yield That Actually Pays
Key PointsAGNC Investment's dividend yield is 10 times higher than the S&P 500.The REIT has maintained its dividend payment since early 2020. Its dividend currently aligns with its costs, putting the payout at a sustainable level. 10 stocks we like better than AGNC Investment Corp. › A sky-high divi...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
XRP vs. Dogecoin: Which Crypto Will Make You Richer?
Key PointsXRP operates on a network with strong technical capabilities.Dogecoin is the original meme token that has built a tremendous social media network.10 stocks we like better than XRP › XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) and Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) are two of the most closely followed cryptocurrencies in the s...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
Japan's Nikkei falls as tech stocks track Wall Street lower
By Junko Fujita TOKYO, Dec 29 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average ended lower on Monday after two sessions of gains, as technology stocks tracked Wall Street's weak finish last week and some big stocks traded ex-dividend.The Nikkei .N225 fell 0.44% to 50,526.92, while the broader Top...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
Why I'll Never Sell This Under-the-Radar Warren Buffett Stock
Key PointsBerkshire Hathaway has been building a position in Lennar. I live in a home built by Lennar. I like the company's land-light business model.10 stocks we like better than Lennar › Warren Buffett's company, Berkshire Hathaway, made a rather sizable bet on the housing market earlier this year...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian stocks rise, precious metals hit records on Fed rate cut bets
Silver hits $80 per ounce as precious metals rally charges onFed minutes in focus this week as traders ponder US rates outlook Dollar stays under pressure on rate cut wagers By Ankur Banerjee SINGAPORE, Dec 29 (Reuters) - Asian stocks jumped to six-week highs on Monday, while the dollar hovered ...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
SoftBank Nears Deal for Data Center Investment Firm DigitalBridge, Bloomberg Reports
SoftBank Group is in advanced talks to acquire DigitalBridge Group, a private equity firm that invests in assets such as data centers, according to people with knowledge of the matter, Bloomberg reported.The Japanese conglomerate could announce an agreement as soon as Monday for New York-listed Digi...Tiger News
Mon, Dec 29
CORRECTED-EMERGING MARKETS-Stocks start year-end week on firm note, Taiwan hits record high
South Korean stocks hit highest since November 4Thai baht down 0.6%, cuts YTD gain to 9.94%By Rajasik Mukherjee Dec 29 (Reuters) - Equities in Taiwan surged to an all-time high on Monday, while those in South Korea jumped to an eight-week peak, kicking off the final week of the year on a positive...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
CORRECTED-EMERGING MARKETS-Stocks start year-end week on firm note, Taiwan hits record high
South Korean stocks hit highest since November 4Thai baht down 0.6%, cuts YTD gain to 9.94%By Rajasik Mukherjee Dec 29 (Reuters) - Equities in Taiwan surged to an all-time high on Monday, while those in South Korea jumped to an eight-week peak, kicking off the final week of the year on a positive...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
The Motley Fool Rule Breakers Besties of 2025
In this podcast, Motley Fool co-founder David Gardner highlights 10 standout Motley Fool Rule Breakers episodes from this year, revisiting the ideas, stories, and lessons that lingered long after the microphones were off. And all of the voices behind those moments return for brief cameos, reflecting...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
