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Crypto Gets A New Watchdog Map: SEC Chief Atkins Lays Down The Law
A top US regulator laid out a clear push for change yesterday, saying that moving stocks and bonds onto crypto and blockchains could open the door to new ways of buying, selling and owning shares. Related Reading: Bitcoin At The Core Of Bhutan’s Tiny Yet Mighty Investment Plan The official – n...Bitcoinist
Wed, May 14
Stocks
Australia's Webjet hits over five-month high on BGH Capital interest
** Shares of Webjet Group WJL.AX rose as much as 3.4% to A$0.92 in earlier hours, their highest level since December 9** Stock eases gains to A$0.905, up 1.7%** Australian online travel agency receives unsolicited non-binding indication of interest from private equity firm BGH Capital** Cash offer t...Reuters
Wed, May 14
Stocks
Japan's Nikkei reverses gains on sell-off to book profits
TOKYO, May 14 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average reversed course to trade lower on Wednesday as investors sold stocks to book profits, while the broader Topix is set to snap its longest winning streak in nearly 16 years. The Nikkei .N225 fell 0.81% at 37,874.59 by the midday break. The ...Reuters
Wed, May 14
Stocks
Sony annual operating profit rose 16%, beating analysts' estimates
TOKYO, May 14 (Reuters) - Sony 6758.T on Wednesday reported operating profit for the year ended March rose 16% to 1.4 trillion yen ($9.51 billion), beating analyst estimates. That compared with profit of 1.2 trillion yen in the year earlier and an LSEG consensus estimate of 1.37 trillion yen.($1 =Reuters
Wed, May 14
Cryptocurrencies
Ethereum Price Pops Above $2,700 — Rally Gains Traction Once More
Ethereum price extended its increase above the $2,700 zone. ETH is now correcting gains and might revisit the $2,575 support zone. Ethereum started a fresh increase and cleared the $2,700 resistance. The price is trading above $2,620 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above ...NewsBTC
Wed, May 14
Commodities
METALS-London metals mixed as investor caution lingers amid US-China tariff truce
SHANGHAI, May 14 (Reuters) - Base metal prices in London showed varied performance on Wednesday, as investor caution persisted despite a temporary pause in the U.S.-China trade conflict, which has weighed on the global economy and financial markets.Benchmark copper CMCU3 on the London Metal Exchange...Reuters
Wed, May 14
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PRESS DIGEST- Financial Times - May 14
May 14 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories in the Financial Times. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.Headlines- Thames Water executives to receive bonuses from 3 billion pounds emergency loan- Macquarie asked Ares to take full writedown on Britain...Reuters
Wed, May 14
Commodities
PRESS DIGEST-British Business - May 14
May 14 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories on the business pages of British newspapers. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy. The Times- UK's culture secretary Lisa Nandy said that she is under no legal obligation to intervene in an Abu Dhabi-led...Reuters
Wed, May 14
Stocks
ASX shares of Life360 extend gains on Q1 results to hit record high
** ASX-listed shares of Life360 LIF.O, 360.AX jump as much 13% to a record high of A$30.70; top gainer on benchmark index .AXJO** Stock set for its seventh consecutive session of gains** Earlier this week, the technology co posted a 32% y/y jump in Q1 revenue** Australian technology stocks .AXIJ ros...Reuters
Wed, May 14
Cryptocurrencies
Dogecoin Price Completes Weekly Close Above Pre-Halving Highs, Next Stop Above $0.2?
Crypto analyst Rekt Capital has provided insights into the current Dogecoin price action. Based on his analysis, the meme coin could rally into the highs of the $0.2 range but needs to hold a critical level for this to happen. Dogecoin Eyes Rally To $0.27 As It Closes Above Pre-Halving Highs In an X...Bitcoinist
Wed, May 14
Other
Menendez brothers eligible for parole after re-sentencing in 1989 shotgun murders
Menendez brothers jailed for life, served 35 years for parents' murder Judge Jesic cites rehabilitation, calls crime "absolutely horrific"Parole decision rests with state board and Governor NewsomBy Lisa RichwineLOS ANGELES, May 13 (Reuters) - Lyle and Erik Menendez, who have served 35 y...Reuters
Wed, May 14
Forex
NZD/USD advances to near 0.5950 as US Dollar weakens on soft inflation data
The NZD/USD pair advanced for the second consecutive session, hovering around 0.5940 during Wednesday’s Asian trading hours. The pair strengthened as the US Dollar (USD) came under pressure following softer-than-expected US inflation figures.
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Wed, May 14
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Thai finmin says measures prepared to minimise impact of U.S. tariffs
BANGKOK, May 14 (Reuters) - Thailand has prepared measures to minimise the impact of U.S. tariffs, Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira said on Wednesday, adding the country will increase imports and exports with the United States.Reuters
Wed, May 14
Forex
Brazil seeks currency alternatives for trade without fighting dollar, says Lula
SAO PAULO, May 13 (Reuters) - Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Tuesday during a visit to China that Brazil does not want to fight the U.S dollar, but rather finding a solution that would allow trade without depending on a single currency. "What we want, actually, is create ...Reuters
Wed, May 14
