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Economic Indicator
Slump for UK builders eases but price pressures strong, PMI shows
LONDON, Feb 5 (Reuters) - Britain's construction sector showed signs at the start of the year that it might be past the worst of a slump, as recent interest rate cuts and less of a decline in new work raised hopes of a turnaround, a survey showed on Thursday.The S&P Global/CIPS UK constructi...Reuters
Thu, Feb 5
Stocks
2 Millionaire-Maker Technology Stocks
Key PointsEach of these players operates in cutting-edge areas of technology: AI and quantum computing.They are already generating revenue, but much more may be on the way.10 stocks we like better than CoreWeave › Technology stocks have soared in recent years, and some may have even helped investors...The Motley Fool
Thu, Feb 5
Cryptocurrencies
Analysts Spotlight a Penny Crypto Positioned for the Next Liquidity Wave
Global liquidity cycles are shifting. As central banks pivot toward monetary easing and Global M2 supply begins its ascent, capital historically rotates from risk-off assets into high-beta vehicles. But there’s a catch. While Bitcoin captures the bulk of institutional inflows, the resulting ne...NewsBTC
Thu, Feb 5
Stocks
Semiconductor Shares Mixed; Broadcom up 5%; ASML, AMD, Nvidia up 2%; ARM down 7%; Qualcomm down 12%; Wolfspeed down 14%
Semiconductor shares mixed in premarket trading on Thursday.Broadcom up 5%; Applied Materials, SOXL up 3%; ASML, AMD, Nvidia up 2%; Micron, Marvell up 1%; ARM down 7%; Qualcomm down 12%; Wolfspeed down 14%.Shares of ARM Holdings fell on Wednesday as its licensing revenues fell short of Wall Street...Tiger News
Thu, Feb 5
Stocks
Despite Nearing a $2 Trillion Market Cap, Meta Platforms Just Missed a Golden Opportunity
Key PointsThe "Magnificent Seven" -- led by Facebook parent Meta Platforms in 2026 -- have done most of the heavy lifting on Wall Street.Meta's sustainable social media moat and its pristine balance sheet have made it a popular long-term investment. However, Meta's board of directors just bypassed a...The Motley Fool
Thu, Feb 5
Cryptocurrencies
US Treasury Claims No Authority to Save Bitcoin as $HYPER Keeps Profiting
What to Know: The U.S. Treasury confirmed it lacks the authority to bail out Bitcoin, removing any expectation of a government safety net. Market focus is shifting from passive asset holding to active infrastructure plays that generate independent utility. Bitcoin Hyper utilizes the Solana Virtual M...NewsBTC
Thu, Feb 5
Stocks
Should You Buy Rivian Stock While It's Under $20?
Key PointsRivian is an up-and-coming EV stock that managed to out-sell Honda in EVs last year. The company is introducing the more affordable R2 this year to expand its customer base. However, its financials, despite improvement, leave a lot to be desired. 10 stocks we like better than Rivian Automo...The Motley Fool
Thu, Feb 5
Cryptocurrencies
Trump-Era CFTC Rescinds Biden-Era Crackdown on Sports and Election Wagering: $MAXI Set to Dominate
Quick Facts: ➡️ The CFTC rescinds Biden-era proposals to ban political and event wagering, signaling a major deregulation of prediction markets. ➡️ This regulatory pivot validates high-risk trading strategies, creating a bullish environment for assets centered on leverage and conviction. ➡️ Maxi Dog...Bitcoinist
Thu, Feb 5
Forex
JPY: Weakness persists ahead of election – OCBC Bank
The report from OCBC Bank discusses the ongoing weakness of the JPY amid fiscal uncertainty ahead of Japan's election on February 8. The contrasting behavior of JGB yields suggests differing interpretations among investors regarding Japan's fiscal outlook.
Fxstreet
Thu, Feb 5
Other
BNP Paribas has no intention of paying "abnormal sums" to settle the Sudan-related case, CEO says
PARIS, Feb 5 (Reuters) - BNP Paribas BNPP.PA has no intention of paying "abnormal sums" to settle the long-running Sudan-related case, CEO Jean-Laurent Bonnafe said on Thursday.Bonnafe added that the lender was acting in a standard legal framework after securing its appeal within normal dead...Reuters
Thu, Feb 5
Other
RPT-ANALYSIS-'Software-mageddon' leaves investors bargain-hunting but wary
S&P 500 software index down 13% in past weekSelloff comes amid turn away from tech to other sectorsSome investors do modest buying but also have cautionBy Lewis Krauskopf and Suzanne McGee NEW YORK, Feb 5 (Reuters) - Wall Street's "Software-mageddon" has been snowballing. Now inve...Reuters
Thu, Feb 5
Indices
Dow Jones futures fall due to renewed selling in tech
Dow Jones futures slip 0.05% to around 49,560 during Thursday’s European session ahead of the US regular opening as investors rotated out of technology and into more reasonably valued sectors. The Dow Jones index gained 0.67% on Wednesday's regular hours.Fxstreet
Thu, Feb 5
Cryptocurrencies
Bhutan Liquidation of $22M Bitcoin Coincides With Surge in Bitcoin Hyper Presale
What to Know: Bhutan’s government transferred $22M in $BTC to exchanges, signaling strategic profit-taking rather than panic selling. Bitcoin Hyper integrates the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) to bring high-speed smart contracts to the Bitcoin network. The project has raised over $31.2M in its presal...NewsBTC
Thu, Feb 5
Commodities
EUROPE GAS-Prices rise amid lower wind generation
LONDON, Feb 5 (Reuters) - Benchmark British and Dutch wholesale gas prices rose on Thursday morning amid lower wind generation. The benchmark Dutch contract for March at the TTF hub TRNLTTFMc1 was up 0.92 euro at 34.38 euros per megawatt hour, or $11.89/mmBtu, by 0911 GMT, LSEG data showed.The Q2 pr...Reuters
Thu, Feb 5
Cryptocurrencies
A16Z backs blockchain tech to become critical to vetting AI agents and impersonation
A16Z explained blockchains may be key for AI agents, ensuring identity. On-chain tools are also uniquely suited to agent activity, including micropayments, high-velocity transactions, and smart contracts.Cryptopolitan
Thu, Feb 5
Stocks
Maas Group tumbles on AI pivot as $1.2 billion materials exit spooks investors
Shares dive 26%, on track for biggest one-day drop everDeal expected to be complete in second half of 2026Maas to invest A$100 million in Firmus Group for 1.7% stakeBiggest deal for Heidelberg Materials in nearly a decadeBy Sherin Sunny and Roshan Thomas Feb 5 (Reuters) - Australia's Maas Gro...Reuters
Thu, Feb 5
Stocks
LIVE MARKETS-Software breathes, miners slump, banks mixed
STOXX 600 down 0.4%ECB, BOE rate decisions dueMiners drag, software bouncesNasdaq futures edge upWelcome 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.com SOFTWARE BREATHES, MINERS SL...Reuters
Thu, Feb 5
