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Solana (SOL) extended its bullish run on Thursday, climbing over 7% in 24 hours to trade around $136 following the successful deployment of its long-awaited “Firedancer” validator client upgrade. The new upgrade, developed by Jump Crypto, aims to dramatically improve...

Ethereum (ETH) surged nearly 9% on Thursday after sources close to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) revealed that the agency is preparing to greenlight the first spot Ethereum ETF, sending bullish signals across the market. The price of...

Bitcoin (BTC) surged past $65,000 on Thursday following a cooler-than-expected U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, reigniting optimism for a sustained crypto bull market. The U.S. Department of Labor announced that June inflation rose just 2.6% year-over-year, slightly below the...

Portugal’s government has officially opened the door to investment offers from three leading European airlines interested in acquiring stakes in TAP Air Portugal. This move is part of a broader effort to stabilize and strengthen the financially troubled national carrier...

The Federal Reserve announced that it will discontinue reporting data from the nonfinancial business sector in its G.19 Consumer Credit Statistical Release, effective immediately. This change reflects the sector’s diminished role in issuing consumer credit, as the landscape of consumer...

Iran’s recent parliamentary vote threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz has rattled global energy markets, sending oil prices sharply higher amid fears of supply disruptions. The strait is a critical artery for global oil transportation, with approximately one-fifth of...

Gold-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have attracted the largest inflows seen in five years during the first half of 2025, signaling a strong shift in investor sentiment toward safer assets amid ongoing economic and geopolitical uncertainties. This renewed interest reflects growing...

Wasatch Advisors LP, a notable investment management firm, announced a significant increase in its shareholding of Five-Star Business Finance Ltd, raising its stake to 9.24% through open market purchases. This move highlights Wasatch’s strong confidence in Five-Star’s growth trajectory and...

U.S. stock markets displayed volatility on July 8, 2025, as investors weighed the effects of President Donald Trump’s aggressive trade tariff policies and rising commodity prices. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.4%, the S&P 500 edged down 0.1%, while...

GlaxoSmithKline plc (GSK) announced strong second-quarter results on July 7, driven by robust sales of vaccines and specialty medicines. The UK-based pharmaceutical giant reported revenue of £12.6 billion ($15.4 billion), marking a 9% increase year-over-year, with net profit rising 11%....

Volkswagen AG reported strong second-quarter financial results on July 8, driven by a significant increase in electric vehicle (EV) sales. The German automaker posted revenue of €73 billion ($79 billion), marking an 11% increase year-over-year, alongside a 10% rise in...

Sony Corporation reported strong second-quarter earnings on July 8, powered by robust performance in its gaming and entertainment divisions. The Japanese conglomerate announced revenue of ¥3.4 trillion ($25 billion), marking a 9% increase compared to the same quarter last year....

Nestlé S.A., the world’s largest food and beverage company, reported solid second-quarter results on July 8, driven by strong demand for health-focused and sustainable products. The Swiss multinational posted revenues of CHF 25.5 billion ($28 billion), marking a 7% increase...

Royal Dutch Shell Plc reported strong second-quarter earnings on July 8, boosted by higher global energy prices and increased investment in renewable energy projects. The Anglo-Dutch energy giant announced revenue of $110 billion, a 15% increase year-over-year, with net profit...

Toyota Motor Corporation posted impressive second-quarter earnings on July 8, driven primarily by robust demand for its electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid models. The Japanese automaker reported revenue of ¥8.5 trillion ($63 billion), up 11% year-over-year, alongside a 14% increase...