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On Syria, US Treasury likely to issue general licenses tied to economy, official says
WASHINGTON, May 15 (Reuters) - A Trump administration official, citing Syria sanctions, on Thursday said the U.S. Department of Treasury is likely to issue general licenses covering a broad range of the economy critical to rebuilding.Reuters
Thu, May 15
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US will issue initial waivers on Syria sanctions, says Rubio
ANTALYA, Turkey, May 15 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday that Washington will issue initial waivers on statutory sanctions against Syria, after Trump announced that all sanctions against the country will be lifted. Speaking to reporters in Antalya, Turkey, Rubio said ...Reuters
Thu, May 15
Forex
GBP/USD rises towards 1.3300 as UK economy grows above forecasts
The Pound Sterling extended its gains against the US Dollar, driven by a positive reading of economic growth in the UK and softer-than-expected data in the US, which fueled speculation of a slower economic outlook. At the time of writing, the GBP/USD trades at 1.3293, up 0.31%.
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Thu, May 15
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Turkey and U.S. to continue to promote direct Ukraine-Russia talks, Turkish source says
ANKARA, May 15 (Reuters) - Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed during a meeting in southern Turkey that efforts would continue to promote direct talks to end the war between Ukraine and Russia, a Turkish diplomatic source said on Thursday.Fidan and Rub...Reuters
Thu, May 15
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California bar exam-takers were told they failed. Oops, they passed.
By Karen Sloan May 15 - The State Bar of California said on Wednesday that a number of scoring errors had occurred on its February bar exam — the latest black eye for the disastrous test plagued by logistical and technical issues. A review of the February exam’s scoring revealed three separate ca...Reuters
Thu, May 15
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Trump senior Africa adviser discussed peace plan with Rwanda, Congo leaders
US awaiting Rwanda, Congo feedback on planWashington seeking peace in mineral-rich regionM23 rebels have staged advance this yearBy Daphne PsaledakisWASHINGTON, May 15 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's senior adviser for Africa said on Thursday he spoke with the presidents of Rwanda and Democ...Reuters
Thu, May 15
Stocks
Why Nice Stock Sank Today
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Thu, May 15
Stocks
UnitedHealth tumbles as criminal probe report adds to investor fears
UnitedHealth's market cap halved since November peakWorst-performing Dow component this yearNot notified about the probe, company says By Sneha S K May 15 (Reuters) - UnitedHealth Group UNH.N shares plunged nearly 13% on Thursday after a Wall Street Journal report that the U.S. Department of...Reuters
Thu, May 15
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Brazil oil workers plan two-day strike to protest Petrobras austerity turn
RIO DE JANEIRO, May 15 (Reuters) - Brazil's federation of oil workers, known as FUP, announced on Thursday a two-day warning strike at state-run oil company Petrobras PETR4.SA to protest "against the stagnation in negotiations with the company," according to a statement.The strike, which...Reuters
Thu, May 15
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Entrata secures $4.3 billion valuation after Blackstone investment
By Pritam Biswas and Arasu Kannagi Basil May 15 (Reuters) - Entrata on Thursday announced a $200 million minority investment from alternative asset manager Blackstone BX.N, valuing the property management software provider at $4.3 billion.The deal highlights the growing prevalence of minority inv...Reuters
Thu, May 15
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UAE keen to work with US on regional peace, president tells Trump
DUBAI, May 15 (Reuters) - The UAE is keen on continuing to work with the United States to achieve peace and stability in the region, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan told U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday during a meeting in Abu Dhabi.Trump visited the UAE's capital city on Thu...Reuters
Thu, May 15
Stocks
LIVE MARKETS-As rates stay high, banks still sitting on large unrealized losses
Main US indexes modestly green; Dow out front, up ~0.5%Staples lead S&P sector gainers; Cons Disc, Energy redDollar dips; crude down ~2.5%; bitcoin edges up; gold rises >1%US 10-Year Treasury yield slides to ~4.45%Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters...Reuters
Thu, May 15
Cryptocurrencies
Europol Busts $23 Million Crypto Bank: Organized Crime Meets Its Digital Match
Based on reports from Europol, a secret banking network that handled at least €21 million has been shut down. On January 14, 2025, law enforcement teams in Austria, Belgium and Spain arrested 17 people. Fifteen suspects were taken into custody in Spain, one in Austria and one in Belgium. Those arres...Bitcoinist
Thu, May 15
Cryptocurrencies
Dogecoin Pullback May Be Short-Lived—Here’s The Next Price Target
Dogecoin’s rally of more than 78% in the last 38 days appears to be more than a fleeting spark, according to two independent studies published on X by chartists Bluntz (@Bluntz_Capital) and TSG (@tsg0x). Both analysts point to classical continuation structures that remain intact after DOGE peaked at...NewsBTC
Thu, May 15
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Rubio speaks to Israel's Netanyahu, says US troubled by Gaza humanitarian situation
ANTALYA, Turkey, May 15 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said after he spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday that Washington is troubled by the humanitarian situation in Gaza.Rubio, speaking to reporters in Antalya, Turkey, said the U.S. was not insensitive ...Reuters
Thu, May 15
Commodities
Europe Gasoline/Naphtha-Gasoline refining margins fall
LONDON, May 15 (Reuters) - Northwest European gasoline profit margins fell by nearly 73 cents to $14.35 a barrel on Thursday despite lower stocks in northwest Europe. A total of 8,000 metric tons of Eurobob E5 barges traded in the Argus window on Thursday, with Gunvor, Trafigura and Litasco selling ...Reuters
Thu, May 15
Stocks
PREVIEW: Take-Two Interactive shares rise ahead of quarterly results
** Shares of video gaming company Take-Two Interactive Software Inc TTWO.O up 1.2% to $232.17 ahead of its quarterly earnings result due after markets close, with investors focused on the future bookings impact of a delay in a major game** Earlier this month, TTWO postponed the release of one its ca...Reuters
Thu, May 15
Commodities
Black Sea CPC Blend daily oil exports to rise in June, sources say
LONDON/MOSCOW, May 15 (Reuters) - Black Sea CPC Blend crude oil exports are pencilled in at around 1.6 million-1.7 million barrels per day (bpd) in June, five trading sources with knowledge of the month's loadings told Reuters.At that level, loadings will be higher than the approximately 1.5 mil...Reuters
Thu, May 15
Commodities
Mali hearing on Barrick's Loulo-Gounkoto mines postponed to May 22
Operations at mining complex halted after Mali seized 3 metric tons of goldBarrick and Mali negotiating memorandum of understanding to resolve mining disputeMali holds 20% stake in Loulo-Gounkoto gold mining complex BAMAKO, May 15 (Reuters) - A Malian court hearing scheduled for Thursday on wheth...Reuters
Thu, May 15
