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METALS-Copper hovers around 3-month highs on delay in Trump's reciprocal tariff plans
SHANGHAI, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Copper prices hovered around more than three-month highs on Monday, after U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans for reciprocal tariffs, which will not be immediately implemented.Three-month copper on the London Metal Exchange CMCU3 steadied on Monday, edging up 0.1...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
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Tennis-Brazilian youngster Fonseca triumphs at Argentina Open
Feb 16 (Reuters) - Joao Fonseca became the youngest Brazilian to win an ATP tournament on Sunday after the 18-year-old captured the Argentina Open title with a 6-4 7-6(1) win over home favourite Francisco Cerundolo.Fonseca has established himself as one of the game's most exciting young talents ...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Cryptocurrencies
Indicator That Predicted Solana’s 12,500% Surge in 2021 Now Flashes Green for Mutuum Finance (MUTM)
A technical indicator that foreshadowed Solana’s historic 12,500% rally in 2021, propelling it from $1.50 to $260 in under a year, is now signaling bullish momentum for Mutuum Finance (MUTM). The decentralized lending platform, currently in the opening phase of its presale, has already raised $465,878.05 from 710 holders, with its token priced at $0.01. […]Cryptopolitan
Mon, Feb 17
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Fed chair Jerome Powell has been in touch with the White House many times
Mr. President Donald Trump is the most unpredictable person on the planet. Turns out, Jerome Powell has been in direct and frequent talks with the White House, despite the president’s very public dislike of him.Cryptopolitan
Mon, Feb 17
Cryptocurrencies
XRP Bullish Pennant Targets $15-$17, But Breakout Confirmation Required At This Level
XRP experienced a brief rally after the US Securities and Exchange Commission acknowledged Grayscale’s XRP ETF filing, momentarily causing bullish momentum. Although the surge has since slowed down, it has once again brought the $3 price level into focus.
Forex
Australian Dollar appreciates due to improved market sentiment
The Australian Dollar (AUD) continues its upward momentum against the US Dollar (USD) for the third straight day on Monday, supported by US President Donald Trump's decision to delay the implementation of reciprocal tariffs.
Fxstreet
Mon, Feb 17
Economic Indicator
US’ NEC Director Hasset: Having regular meetings with Fed Chair Jerome Powell
Kevin Hassett, Director of the US National Economic Council (NEC), revealed in an interview with CBS' Face The Nation early Monday he is having regular meetings with Federal Reserve (Fed) Chairman Jerome Powell.Fxstreet
Mon, Feb 17
Stocks
BUZZ-Australia's Star Entertainment rises on $413 million debt financing offer from Oaktree
** Shares of Australia's Star Entertainment SGR.AX rise 8.3% to A$0.13** The embattled casino operator says Oaktree Capital Management has offered to buy out its lenders and is willing to provide A$650 million ($413.66 million) in two debt facilities** Move comes as the troubled casino operator ...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Other
Australia's Perpetual gets new offer from KKR for its wealth, trust units
Adds Perpetual share price in paragraph 3, background in paragraph 4By Scott Murdoch and Sameer Manekar Feb 17 (Reuters) - Australia's Perpetual PPT.AX confirmed on Monday it received a revised proposal for its wealth management and corporate trust businesses from buyout firm KKR & Co KKR...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Other
North Korea's Kim makes rare visit to father's tomb
By Hyonhee Shin SEOUL, Feb 17 (Reuters) - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has paid his respect at a family mausoleum to mark the birthday of his late father and former leader Kim Jong Il, state media KCNA said on Monday. Kim Jong Il's birthday, which falls on Feb. 16, is widely celebrated as ...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
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BRIEF-Neurizon Therapeutics Says Got Guidance From FDA Placing IND Application For NUZ-001 Under Clinical Hold
Feb 17 (Reuters) - Neurizon Therapeutics Ltd NUZ.AX:GOT GUIDANCE FROM US FDA PLACING CO'S IND APPLICATION FOR NUZ-001 UNDER CLINICAL HOLDFurther company coverage: NUZ.AXReuters
Mon, Feb 17
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BRIEF-Perpetual Ltd Updates On Transaction With KKR
Feb 17 (Reuters) - Perpetual Ltd PPT.AX:UPDATE ON TRANSACTION WITH KKRUPDATE ON TRANSACTION WITH KKRRECEIVES NON-BINDING, CONDITIONAL PROPOSALS FROM KKRCONFIRMS IT HAS RECEIVED NON-BINDING, CONDITIONAL, INDICATIVE PROPOSALS FROM KKRASSESSING REVISED PROPOSALLATEST REVISED PROPOSAL AND ITS QUANTUM AR...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Forex
EUR/USD trades below 1.0500 after pausing winning streak
EUR/USD remains subdued despite a positive market mood. A weaker US retail sales report has fueled speculation that the Fed could cut interest rates later this year. The EUR/USD pair could further rise if a Ukraine ceasefire is reached and gas supplies resume.
Fxstreet
Mon, Feb 17
Commodities
RPT-GRAPHIC-Silver catches a lift from gold's bull run to eye 10-year peak
Repeats Feb 14 story for wider distribution, no changes to textCOMEX silver stocks climb sharply since NovemberSilver up 14% so far in 2025, following 21% rise last yearAcceleration in economic activity key for the metalBy Brijesh Patel and Daksh Grover Feb 14 (Reuters) - Silver prices hit their ...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Forex
WEEKAHEAD-India rupee to take cues from dollar path, tariff reaction; bonds to eye liquidity moves
By Dharamraj Dhutia and Nimesh Vora MUMBAI, Feb 17 (Reuters) - The Indian rupee's direction this week will be shaped by the dollar's reaction to its recent correction and whether worries over U.S. tariffs continue to subside, while the bond market will be on watch for any further liquidi...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Other
BRIEF-Resouro Strategic Metals Partners With Magbras Initiative To Establish Complete Rare Earth Permanent Magnet Production Supply Chain
Feb 17 (Reuters) - Resouro Strategic Metals Inc RSM.V:PARTNERS WITH MAGBRAS INITIATIVE TO ESTABLISH COMPLETE RARE EARTH PERMANENT MAGNET PRODUCTION SUPPLY CHAIN IN BRAZILFurther company coverage: RSM.VReuters
Mon, Feb 17
