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Global oil dynamics shift as OPEC+ agrees on 2 million bpd cut
In a pivotal move, OPEC+ members, responsible for over 40% of global oil supply, have agreed to substantial voluntary production cuts for early next year. The decision, led by Saudi Arabia’s commitment to maintain its 1 million barrels per…
Dow surges to 2023 peak, propelling November’s stock market rally
In a striking financial upturn, the Dow Jones Industrial Average soared to a new annual zenith on Thursday, marking an impressive closure to November – its most fruitful month since October 2022. This surge, amounting to a robust 295-point…
Sony Interactive Entertainment to face $8 billion lawsuit over PlayStation Store pricing
In a significant legal development, Sony Interactive Entertainment faces a landmark lawsuit in the United Kingdom, with damages potentially reaching nearly $8 billion. This action, initiated by consumer advocate Alex Neill, accuses Sony of…
Gold nears $2,000 as Fed rate hike pause boosts appeal
In a notable turn of market dynamics, gold prices are steadfastly maintaining their position near the pivotal $2,000 mark. This stability is largely attributed to growing anticipation of a potential pause in the U.S. Federal Reserve’s …
Alibaba’s cloud business U-turn triggers $20 billion market fallout
In a surprising turn of events, Chinese e-commerce juggernaut Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. has set off shockwaves in the financial world, losing more than $20 billion in market value, and further underscoring the intricate geopolitical…
Oil gains ground as OPEC report highlights steady demand
In the aftermath of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) issuing a report indicating robust demand, oil prices experienced a slight uptick on Tuesday. This development comes as a reassurance to the market, which has…
Chinese generosity unmasked as Pakistan drowns in stealth debt
The strategic alliance between China and Pakistan, especially in economic arenas, has recently come under scrutiny. A U.S.-based research lab, AidData, has released a report revealing that a staggering 98% of Chinese financial support to…
WeWork’s financial freefall from $47 billion to bankruptcy
WeWork, once a high-flying startup with a $47 billion valuation, has succumbed to the pressures of the turbulent commercial real estate market, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company’s zealous expansion strategy in its…
KKR to absorb Telecom Italia’s debt in €18.8 billion acquisition
In a seismic shift for Italy’s communications landscape, Telecom Italia’s board has given the green light to an €18.8 billion ($20.2 billion) acquisition by KKR, signaling a bold move by the investment firm into European infrastructure amid…
Japan rolls out $113 billion economic plan amid rising inflation.
As inflationary pressures continue to mount, the Japanese government, in a decisive move, has rolled out a comprehensive $113 billion (17 trillion yen) economic package aimed at mitigating the adverse impacts of inflation on the nation’s…