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Several vehicles arrive at planned Russian-Ukraine talks in Istanbul
ISTANBUL, May 16 (Reuters) - Several vehicles arrived on Friday at the venue of talks in Istanbul involving delegations from Russia, Ukraine, the United States and Turkey, that are aimed at advancing efforts to end the war in Ukraine, Reuters witnesses said. Among them were an armored vehicle, an am...Reuters
Fri, May 16
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American academic in limbo in Thailand over royal insult case, family says
Chambers lost visa and job, passport seized over royal insult accusationAcademic in limbo as police could seek to revive chargesThai lese-majeste law one of the world strictestCase could add to Thai-US diplomatic tensionBy Jonathan Landay and Panu Wongcha-um BANGKOK, May 16 (Reuters) - An America...Reuters
Fri, May 16
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Soccer-Messi named in list of Argentina probables for June fixtures
May 16 (Reuters) - Forward Lionel Messi was named in Argentina's 28-player preliminary squad for next month's World Cup qualifiers on Thursday, after an injury forced him to miss the fixtures against Uruguay and Brazil in March.Defending champions Argentina, who are set to play Chile and Col...Reuters
Fri, May 16
Cryptocurrencies
Top 3 Gainers Mog Coin, Hyperliquid, Bitget Token: MOG, HYPE, BGB lead as broader crypto market consolidates
The broader cryptocurrency market consolidates on Friday, extending a broadly stable trend after a nearly two-week rally, led by Bitcoin (BTC) and supported by heightened risk-on sentiment amid easing trade tensions between the United States (US) and China.Fxstreet
Fri, May 16
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Hanwha Ocean CEO, US trade envoy meet over shipbuilding cooperation
SEOUL, May 16 (Reuters) - South Korea's Hanwha Ocean said on Friday that the company's chief executive met with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to discuss cooperation on shipbuilding between the two countries.Hanwha Ocean CEO Kim Hee-cheul spoke to Greer about the expansion of a ves...Reuters
Fri, May 16
Forex
ECB may be nearing end of rate cuts but trade war is a risk, policymaker says
PARIS/FRANKFURT, May 16 (Reuters) - European Central Bank interest rates may be close to bottoming out but uncertainty was high and the environment was prone to sudden changes that could also alter the policy outlook, ECB policymaker Martins Kazaks said on Friday.The ECB has been cutting interest ra...Reuters
Fri, May 16
Stocks
3 Top Tech Stocks to Buy in May
With the market starting to settle down as U.S.-China trade tensions ease, now could be a great time to add some leading tech stocks to your portfolio.Let's look at three top tech stocks to buy this month.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 b...The Motley Fool
Fri, May 16
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EU's Kallas proposes further loosening of Syria sanctions – document
By Lili Bayer and John Irish BRUSSELS, May 15 (Reuters) - EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has proposed a further loosening of European sanctions on Syria to allow funding for Syrian ministries in areas including reconstruction and migration, according to a document seen by Reuters.The move co...Reuters
Fri, May 16
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Wistron says new US plants will be ready for Nvidia's server production next year
By Wen-Yee Lee TAIPEI, May 16 (Reuters) - Taiwanese electronics manufacturer Wistron 3231.TW said on Friday that its new U.S. manufacturing facilities for its customer Nvidia NVDA.O would be ready next year and the firm was in talks with potential other customers.Part of the facilities will be us...Reuters
Fri, May 16
Stocks
The S&P 500 Did Something in April That's Been Witnessed Only 6 Times in 75 Years -- and It Points to a Very Specific Directional Move for Stocks
There is no shortage of ways for investors to grow their nominal wealth, including buying real estate, purchasing a Treasury bond or certificate of deposit (CD), or putting their money to work in various commodities, such as gold, silver, and oil. However, no asset class has delivered a higher avera...The Motley Fool
Fri, May 16
Stocks
Meet the Newest Stock in the S&P 500: It Has Soared 640% Since 2023 and Is Still a Buy in 2025, According to Certain Wall Street Analysts
Coinbase Global (NASDAQ: COIN) will be added to the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) before the stock market opens on Monday, May 19. The stock has rocketed 643% higher since January 2023, but certain Wall Street analysts still anticipate substantial gains in the next year.Joseph Vafi at Canaccord Genuity ...The Motley Fool
Fri, May 16
Commodities
TECHNICALS-CBOT soybeans may fall toward $10.38-1/2
For more technical analyses, please click SINGAPORE, May 16 (Reuters) - The CBOT soybean July contract SN25 may fall toward $10.38-1/2 per bushel, as it has broken support at $10.55.The next support will be at $10.38-1/2. Wave pattern suggests a completion of a wave C from $9.85-1/4, which failed to...Reuters
Fri, May 16
Forex
EUR/INR today: Indian Rupee cross rates edge higher at the start of the European session
Indian Rupee (INR) crosses trade on the front foot at the beginning of Friday, according to FXStreet data. The Euro (EUR) to the Indian Rupee changes hands at 95.92, with the EUR/INR pair rising from its previous close at 95.69.Fxstreet
Fri, May 16
Stocks
Think Palantir Stock Is Too Expensive? Here Are 1.16 Million Reasons to Reconsider.
The dawn of artificial intelligence (AI) began just over two years ago, and the paradigm shift in technology has been stark. These next-generation AI systems have vast potential to rewrite the rules of productivity and streamline everyday tasks in the process. The adoption of the technology is still...The Motley Fool
Fri, May 16
Stocks
If You're Between the Ages of 60 and 63, Don't Miss This Retirement Rule Change for 2025
Saving for retirement while you're young is a tall order, especially when you're earning a low salary and trying to pay for current expenses. Things can get a bit easier as you age because most people tend to see their salaries rise over time. But then you can run into a new issue.It's not just your...The Motley Fool
Fri, May 16
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American academic in limbo in Thailand over royal insult case, family says
By Jonathan Landay and Panu Wongcha-um BANGKOK, May 16 (Reuters) - An American scholar remains in Thailand after prosecutors dropped charges against him of insulting the monarchy, his family said, as his legal jeopardy continues in a case that has raised concern in the U.S. government.Paul Chambe...Reuters
Fri, May 16
Forex
AUD/JPY hovers around 93.00, downside appears due to stronger Japanese Yen
AUD/JPY remains subdued around 93.20 during Asian trading hours on Friday, extending its losses for the third successive session. The currency cross has given up its daily gains as the Japanese Yen (JPY) appreciates despite weaker domestic data.
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Fri, May 16
Commodities
Gold set for worst week in 6 months as trade calm dents appeal
May 16 (Reuters) - Gold prices dropped on Friday and were poised for their steepest weekly decline in six months, as a stronger dollar and waning trade war concerns dampened its appeal as a safe-haven asset.Spot gold XAU= shed 0.6% to $3,221.19 an ounce as of 0624 GMT. Bullion has lost more than...
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Fri, May 16
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Lloyd's keeps delegated business and facilities under close watch
By Rebecca DelaneyMay 16 - (The Insurer) - Large cross-class broker facilities are likely to reach a "natural equilibrium" before the Corporation of Lloyd's is required to step in and implement constraints, chief underwriting officer Rachel Turk said on Thursday.Turk was speaking at a pr...Reuters
Fri, May 16
