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JGB yields hit multi-year highs on uncertainty over BOJ's rate hike pace, higher US yields
TOKYO, Feb 12 (Reuters) - Japanese government bond (JGB) yields hit new multi-year highs on Wednesday amid uncertainties about the Bank of Japan's rate hike pace, while higher U.S. Treasury yields also weighed on sentiment. The 10-year JGB yield JP10YTN=JBTC rose 3 basis points (bps) to 1.34%, i...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
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Baidu to release next-generation AI model this year, source says
Recast with new sourcing; adds background in paragraphs 3-8 Feb 12 (Reuters) - China's Baidu 9888.HK is set to launch the next iteration of its artificial intelligence model in the second half of 2025, a person with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.The new model, Ernie 5, will feat...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
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Gulf fintech tabby doubles valuation to $3.3 billion ahead of IPO
By Federico Maccioni DUBAI, Feb 12 (Reuters) - Gulf fintech tabby has more than doubled its valuation to $3.3 billion after completing a new funding round, as the buy now, pay later (BNPL) firm prepares for a stock market listing within 18 months, its chief executive told Reuters.The company rais...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
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BRIEF-Tsmc: Approved The Capital Injection Of Not More Than $10 Billion To Tsmc Global Ltd For The Purpose Of Reducing Foreign Exchange Hedging Costs
Feb 12 (Reuters) - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd 2330.TW:TSMC: APPROVED THE CAPITAL INJECTION OF NOT MORE THAN $10 BILLION TO TSMC GLOBAL LTD FOR THE PURPOSE OF REDUCING FOREIGN EXCHANGE HEDGING COSTSSource text: [ID:]Further company coverage: 2330.TWReuters
Wed, Feb 12
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Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration risks rejuvenating inflation
President Donald Trump has promised to unleash the latest deportation in American history as part of his plan to heavily crackdown on illegal immigration, but while the economic impact is likely to be limited, there is a risk that it could leave a dent in the labor supply, rejuvenating inflation , GInvesting.com
Wed, Feb 12
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Taiwan's Foxconn says it can plan production around Trump tariffs
NEW TAIPEI, Taiwan, Feb 12 (Reuters) - Taiwan's Foxconn 2317.TW, the world's largest contract electronics manufacturer and Apple's AAPL.O main iPhone maker, can plan its production around new U.S. tariffs, the company's chairman said on Wednesday.U.S. President Donald Trump announced...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
Cryptocurrencies
Meme coins or Utility: Why Are SHIB & DOGE Whales Exchanging Their Tokens For RTX As It Bestows 4x Gains
Big investors who own lots of SHIB and DOGE are now switching to Remittix (RTX). Why? Because RTX is not just a fun meme coin it actually helps people send money fast and cheap. Unlike SHIB and DOGE, which rely on hype, RTX has real-world use. With prices rising and experts predicting big gains, many […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 12
Stocks
MORNING BID EUROPE-Markets look to US CPI with one eye on tariffs
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee Investors for a change started the day on Wednesday without headlines on new U.S. tariffs, allowing them to shift their attention to the U.S. inflation report later in the day and possible clues on the outlook for Federal Reser...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
Cryptocurrencies
US SEC and Binance Request 60-Day Pause In Crypto Lawsuit: Here’s Why
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and global crypto exchange Binance have filed a joint motion to halt the ongoing legal battle for two months, citing the ongoing changes in the regulatory agency. Related Reading: South Korea Must Approve Crypto ETFs ‘Sooner Than Later’ – Korea Exchang...Bitcoinist
Wed, Feb 12
Commodities
COLUMN-Critical minerals is a meaningless term, needs new definition and strategy: Russell
The views expressed here are those of the author, a columnist for Reuters.By Clyde RussellLAUNCESTON, Australia, Feb 12 (Reuters) - The term critical minerals has become so widespread that it has effectively lost its meaning, as it could be applied to virtually every metal being mined.What is needed...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
Commodities
EU weighs temporary gas price cap, FT reports
Feb 12 (Reuters) - The European Commission is weighing new powers to temporarily cap gas prices, the Financial times reported on Wednesday.Brussels is considering a cap as part of discussions about a "clean industrial deal" policy document to be presented next month, the newspaper reported, ...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
Commodities
First US Navy ships sail through Taiwan Strait since Trump inauguration
U.S. destroyer, survey ship sail through Taiwan StraitMission is first since Trump took office as U.S. presidentChina military says it is guarding 'joy and peace' around TaiwanChina considers Taiwan its most sensitive diplomatic issueAdds Chinese state media report on military activities aro...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
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US consumer watchdog fires some probationary staff, sources say
By Douglas Gillison and Chris Prentice WASHINGTON, Feb 11 (Reuters) - The U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau fired some probationary staff on Tuesday, according to a recipient of a termination letter and people familiar with the matter, the latest move in an onslaught of the agency by the ...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
