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ReutersFri, Dec 19
Japan considering PM Takaichi's U.S. visit before Trump's to China in April, Sankei newspaper says
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Why Iren Stock Was Getting Clobbered This Week
USD/JPY rallies to near 157.00 as Yen plunges after BoJ’s policy outcome
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Billionaire Ken Griffin Just Bought a Quantum Computing Stock That Could Soar by as Much as 101%, According to Wall Street
CryptopolitanFri, Dec 19
Coinbase sues three states over prediction market regulation
ReutersFri, Dec 19
QUOTES-European leaders react to the EU's Ukraine loan plan
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Japan considering PM Takaichi's U.S. visit before Trump's to China in April, Sankei newspaper says
TOKYO, Dec 19 (Reuters) - The Japanese government has begun arranging for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to visit the United States to meet with President Donald Trump either in the New Year or March, Japanese newspaper Sankei Shimbun reported on Friday.Citing an unknown number of government sources,...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Stocks
Why Iren Stock Was Getting Clobbered This Week
Key PointsAn analyst at a prominent investment bank launched coverage of several data center companies.He recommended two as buys, and Iren wasn't among that duo. 10 stocks we like better than Iren › Iren (NASDAQ: IREN), a crypto miner that's been leaning harder into its data center operations, hasn...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
Forex
USD/JPY rallies to near 157.00 as Yen plunges after BoJ’s policy outcome
The USD/JPY is up 0.85% to near 156.90 during the European trading session on Friday. The pair surges as the Japanese Yen (JPY) underperforms across the board, following the Bank of Japan (BoJ) monetary policy announcement.Fxstreet
Fri, Dec 19
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Billionaire Ken Griffin Just Bought a Quantum Computing Stock That Could Soar by as Much as 101%, According to Wall Street
Key PointsD-Wave Quantum is developing computing systems that use quantum annealing technology.Wall Street is bullish on D-Wave stock, but its valuation suggests a correction could be coming.10 stocks we like better than D-Wave Quantum › When it comes to famous investment personalities, names such a...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
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QUOTES-European leaders react to the EU's Ukraine loan plan
Dec 19 (Reuters) - The European Union agreed on Friday to lend Ukraine 90 billion euros ($105 billion) but will not, for now, use frozen Russian assets to secure the loan. Here is what European leaders said about the agreement: EU PRESIDENT URSULA VON DER LEYEN"We all share one clear goal, a ju...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
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China says it will take 'forceful measures' after US arms sales package to Taiwan announced
BEIJING, Dec 19 (Reuters) - China's military will step up training and "take forceful measures to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity," its defence ministry said on Friday in response to a planned $11.1 billion U.S. arms sales package to Taiwan.The ministry urges the...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Stocks
This Is the 2nd Priciest Stock Market in 155 Years, Which Makes This High-Yield ETF a Genius Buy for 2026
Key PointsThe Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite have outperformed in 2025, with respective year-to-date gains ranging from 13% to 18%.The stock market has only been pricier during a bull market one other time over the last 155 years -- and that's bad news for investors, bas...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
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Leonardo Secures U.S. Airport Contracts Worth Over $120 Mln
Dec 19 (Reuters) - Leonardo SpA LDOF.MI:SECURES U.S. AIRPORT CONTRACTS WORTH OVER $120 MILLIONCONTRACTS FOR BAGGAGE HANDLING SYSTEM (BHS) SOLUTIONS RECENTLY SIGNED FOR HOUSTON HOBBY AIRPORT (HOU), MELBOURNE ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (MLB)Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
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Ukraine welcomes 90 billion-euro EU loan, despite lack of deal on Russian assets
EU summit agrees major loan to UkraineLeaders fail to agree to use frozen Russian assetsRussia welcomes lack of deal on its assetsBy Andrew Gray and Max Hunder BRUSSELS, Dec 19 (Reuters) - Ukraine thanked the European Union on Friday for deciding to provide it with 90 billion euros ($105.46 billi...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Stocks
Japan 10-year bond yield hits 1999 high as BOJ hikes; yen renews slide
By Kevin Buckland TOKYO, Dec 19 (Reuters) - Japan's 10-year government bond yield jumped to a 26-year peak on Friday after the Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a three-decade high and signalled more policy tightening.However, the yen quickly reversed an initial knee-jerk rise and fell a...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
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Japan reaffirms no-nukes pledge after official floats weapons idea
Senior security official said Japan needed nukes, local media reportHiroshima, Nagasaki history makes debate highly sensitiveWillingness to loosen non-nuclear policies growing, Reuters investigation foundRuling-party lawmaker calls for broader debate on nukesJapan pursuing "erroneous actions,...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Stocks
China stocks end week flat as investors await fresh cues
SHANGHAI, Dec 19 (Reuters) - China stocks rose on Friday but closed the week roughly flat as an earnings lull kept investors cautious ahead of fresh policy signals, while Hong Kong shares declined for the week.China's blue-chip CSI300 Index .CSI300 and the Shanghai Composite Index .SSEC both gai...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
Forex
Pound Sterling faces selling pressure as UK Retail Sales unexpectedly drop
The Pound Sterling (GBP) faces mild selling pressure against its major peers in Friday's early European session after data from the United Kingdom (UK) showed that Retail Sales unexpectedly declined in November.
Fxstreet
Fri, Dec 19
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3 Things You and Your Spouse Need to Discuss Before Claiming Social Security
Key PointsMake sure you understand how to maximize your benefits.Figure out how important survivor benefits might be to you.See how Social Security fits into your overall retirement finances. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Deciding when to claim Social Security...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 19
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Pharma Mar Gets FDA Approval For Trial On Advanced Cancer New Drug In U.S.
Dec 19 (Reuters) - Pharma Mar SA PHMR.MC:SAID ON THURSDAY, IT GOT FDA'S (U.S. FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION) APPROVAL FOR INVESTIGATIONAL NEW DRUG APPLICATIONAPPROVAL MEANS START OF PHASE 1/2 MULTICENTER CLINICAL TRIAL IN U.S.TRIAL TO EVALUATE COMBINATION OF PM54 WITH IMMUNOTHERAPY FOR TREATMENT ...Reuters
Fri, Dec 19
