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ReutersFri, Dec 19
Shanghai Henlius Biotech Says Phase 1 Clinical Trial Of Nivolumab Biosimilar HLX18 Approved By FDA
CryptopolitanFri, Dec 19
Terraform Labs administrator sues Jump Trading for $4B
GBP: Sterling finds brief relief – ING
ReutersFri, Dec 19
Russia's Putin says cooling of economy in 2025 is a 'conscious' decision
The Motley FoolFri, Dec 19
What Has General Motors (GM) Stock Done for Investors?
ReutersFri, Dec 19
EMERGING MARKETS-EM assets headed for weekly decline; Ukraine bonds climb
Forex
Russia's Putin says cooling of economy in 2025 is a 'conscious' decision
MOSCOW, Dec 19 (Reuters) - An economic slowdown in Russia this year to 1% growth from 4.3% in 2024 was the result of conscious actions by the central bank to bring down the inflation rate, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday. Putin told his annual press conference that, as a result of these acti...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Stocks
What Has General Motors (GM) Stock Done for Investors?
Key PointsGM shares have accelerated in the fast lane in the past year, driven by earnings exceeding Wall Street estimates. A key part of the investment thesis comes down to aggressive share buybacks. The stock's valuation might be cheap for a reason. 10 stocks we like better than General Motors › G...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
Stocks
EMERGING MARKETS-EM assets headed for weekly decline; Ukraine bonds climb
Central banks' policy paths divergeUkraine secures financial support from EUUS-Venezuela tensions loom over LatAmBy Niket Nishant Dec 19 (Reuters) - Emerging market assets were on track for weekly losses after heightened geopolitical tensions and a slate of central bank decisions tempered op...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Forex
JPY: BoJ hikes, Yen shrugs – Commerzbank
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) raised rates to a 30-year high and signaled further hikes, but the yen weakened as markets judged the tightening path too slow to drive a near-term Japanese Yen (JPY) rebound, Commerzbank's FX analyst Volkmar Baur notes.
Fxstreet
Fri, Dec 19
Stocks
2 Growth Stocks That Have Beaten the Market in Just 2 of the Past 5 Years
Key PointsNetflix and Amazon underperformed the market over the past five years, having only outperformed in 2023 and 2024.However, these growth stocks are attractive based on recent business momentum and future opportunities.Wall Street analysts project both companies to grow their earnings per sha...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
Forex
Bank of Japan raises rates to 30-year high, signals more hikes
BOJ raises policy rate to 0.75% from 0.5% as widely expectedBOJ says it will keep raising rates if forecasts materialiseHawkish board members dissent from BOJ's view on price outlookUeda offers few hints on pace, extent of further rate hikesBy Leika Kihara and Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO, Dec 19 (R...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Economic Indicator
ECB’s Rehn: Outlook for growth and inflation remains highly uncertain
European Central Bank (ECB) policymaker and Finnish central bank governor Olli Rehn said during European trading hours that the outlook for the Eurozone’s growth and inflation remains highly uncertain due to the trade war that has just begun, and geopolitical tensions.
Fxstreet
Fri, Dec 19
Commodities
Delaying EU-Mercosur deal gives time to create better safeguards, says Polish PM
WARSAW, Dec 19 (Reuters) - The delay in signing the Mercosur trade deal means the European Commission has time to work on better safeguards for farmers, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Friday."If it turns out that the majority will accept Mercosur, the Commission must use these weeks, ...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Other
German Competition Authority Approves Merger Of U.S.'S Palo Alto Networks And Israel's Cyberark Software - Statement
Dec 19 (Reuters) - Cyberark Software Ltd CYBG.F:GERMAN COMPETITION AUTHORITY SAYS IT APPROVES MERGER OF U.S.'S PALO ALTO NETWORKS AND ISRAEL'S CYBERARK SOFTWARE - STATEMENTSource text: Competition authority statementReuters
Fri, Dec 19
Stocks
Take Five: Ho-ho-holding on for year-end
Dec 19 (Reuters) - The holidays may be around the corner, but the coming week has plenty to keep investors busy, from a first look at third-quarter U.S. economic activity, to the latest twists in Washington's stand-off with Venezuela.Traders will also be hoping for the so-called "Santa rally...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Stocks
Street View: Nike tightens laces for long haul wins
Sportswear company Nike NKE.N posted its second straight quarterly drop in gross margins on Thursday, hit by weak China sales and a product mix overhaulShares drop 9.71% to $59.26 in premarket trading RUNNING TOWARD REVIVALJefferies ("buy," PT: $110) says marketplace cleanup and portfolio r...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Stocks
Opendoor Technologies Stock Is Up 320% in 2025. Is It a Buy for 2026?
Key PointsOpendoor buys thousands of homes every year from willing sellers and attempts to flip them for a profit, which is a very risky business model. The U.S. housing market is currently in a rut, with sellers outnumbering buyers by a record number.The rally in Opendoor stock this year was fueled...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
Stocks
Will a Change in CEO for Lululemon Help Turn the Stock Around in 2026?
Key PointsLululemon CEO Calvin McDonald will be stepping down in 2026.The CEO has drawn criticism from founder Chip Wilson, who alleges the company has made many mistakes.The company's growth rate has slowed significantly in recent quarters.10 stocks we like better than Lululemon Athletica Inc. › Lu...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
