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EV battery pack developer Ionetic opens UK pilot production plant
By Nick CareyLONDON, Feb 18 (Reuters) - British startup Ionetic, which develops electric vehicle battery packs for low-volume automakers, has launched production at a UK pilot plant as it scales up for projects with manufacturers, the company said on Tuesday.The company's 5 million pound ($6.3 m...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
Stocks
BUZZ-European defence stocks extend gains ahead of Ukraine talks
** European defence stocks extend gains after scoring a new record close on Monday on prospects of higher defence spending, ahead of talks between U.S. and Russian officials over a possible Ukraine peace deal** European aerospace and defence stocks .SXPARO rise 0.8% after rising for three straight s...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
Other
FACTBOX-Indian exports face uncertainty over Trump's reciprocal tariffs
By Manoj Kumar NEW DELHI, Feb 18 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to impose reciprocal tariffs from early April is feeding anxiety in India's export sectors from autos to agriculture, with Citi Research analysts estimating potential losses at about $7 billion a year.Govern...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
Commodities
Anglo's Kumba wants private investors to run key iron ore rail line
Adds Transnet, shares, dividend; paragraphs 6, 8-9 JOHANNESBURG, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Anglo American's AAL.L South African iron ore business wants private investors to run a rail line that is crucial for shipments of the steelmaking ingredient to export markets, it said on Tuesday. The 861-k...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
Stocks
You Won't Believe How Much Money Some Social Security Recipients Are Getting in 2025
You'll often hear that it's not really possible to retire on Social Security alone -- at least not without making major lifestyle adjustments. But if your monthly benefits are generous enough, you may find that you can make ends meet on those paychecks without other income.Meanwhile, some Social Sec...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 18
Indices
US Dollar Index Price Forecast: Holds gains around 107.00 despite increased bearish bias
The US Dollar Index may face challenges as the 14-day RSI remains below 50, signaling increased bearish bias. The primary key support appears around the descending channel’s lower boundary at 106.30. The DXY may target its primary resistance at the nine-day EMA of 107.34Fxstreet
Tue, Feb 18
Stocks
MIDEAST STOCKS-Most Gulf markets fall due to US tariff worries
Feb 18 (Reuters) - Most major stock markets in the Gulf fell in early trade on Tuesday, as ongoing global uncertainty surrounding U.S. President Donald Trump's plans for tariffs on imports keep investors on edge.Since taking office last month, Trump has imposed a 10% tariff on imports from China...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
Cryptocurrencies
Ripple (XRP) vs. Mutuum Finance (MUTM): Which One Will Pump 20x First in 2025?
Ripple (XRP) has been a top player in the crypto market, currently trading at $2.82. Recent developments, such as the U.S. government’s consideration to include Ripple in its digital asset reserve, have bolstered investor confidence. Additionally, the SEC’s acknowledgment to list an XRP ETF has fueled optimism, leading to a notable price increase. However, XRP’s […]Cryptopolitan
Tue, Feb 18
Other
Norway sovereign wealth fund CEO job attracts 82 applicants, including current chief
Adds detail on applicants and background in paragraphs 3-6 COPENHAGEN, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Norway's central bank said on Tuesday it had received 82 applications for the position of CEO of the country's vast sovereign wealth fund.The list included the current CEO Nicolai Tangen who last yea...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
Stocks
Russian rouble weakens as Russia-U.S. talks begin in Riyadh
Feb 18 (Reuters) - The Russian rouble weakened against the dollar on Tuesday as Russian and U.S. officials met in Saudi Arabia for the most significant talks to date between the two former Cold War foes on ending Moscow's war in Ukraine.At 0807 GMT, the rouble was down 0.8% at 90.33 against the ...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
Other
Euro zone borrowing costs rise as investors see more defence spending ahead
LONDON, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Longer-dated euro zone yields rose to two-week highs on Tuesday, extending the increases of the previous day when investors sold bonds on expectations that European governments would ramp up issuance to fund bigger defence spending. German 10-year bond yield DE10YT=RR, the...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
Other
Norway sovereign wealth fund CEO job attracts 82 applicants, including current chief
COPENHAGEN, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Norway's central bank said on Tuesday it had received 82 applications for the position of CEO of the country's vast sovereign wealth fund.The list included the current CEO Nicolai Tangen who last year said he would seek a new term as he felt the job was not yet...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
Other
RPT-EXCLUSIVE-Shein executive seeks to reassure investors after Trump crackdown on low-value imports
Repeats FEB 17, no change to textBy Helen Reid LONDON, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Fast-fashion retailer Shein's executive chairman Donald Tang told investors in a letter on Monday that "growth remains strong" despite the United States ending duty-free treatment of low-value ecommerce packages...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
Forex
Pound Sterling rebounds after upbeat UK employment, strong wage growth data
The Pound Sterling recovers sharply against its major peers after upbeat UK employment data for the three months ending December. The UK economy added 107K workers and the jobless rate remained steady at 4.4%, lower than estimates of 4.5%. Investors await the UK CPI data and the FOMC minutes on WednFxstreet
Tue, Feb 18
