A Russian court has imposed an 8 billion rouble ($77.9 million) fine on Google, marking a substantial escalation in penalties against the tech giant for failing to comply with previous administrative orders. The decision, announced by Moscow’s Chertanovo District Court, reflects heightened tensions between Russia and foreign technology platforms. Key …
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Freight rates for supertankers have soared following the latest U.S. sanctions targeting Russia’s oil exports. These measures have driven traders to secure alternative shipping routes and vessels to deliver crude supplies to major buyers such as China and India, industry sources reported. Key Drivers of Freight Rate Increases Sanctions on …
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European markets regained some ground on Tuesday following two consecutive sessions of losses, with easing bond yields and strong performance in the automobile and mining sectors driving early-session gains. The pan-European STOXX 600 rose 0.6% by 0823 GMT after declining by 1.4% over the previous two sessions. Key Sector Performance …
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Bitcoin prices saw a modest rise on Tuesday, reversing recent muted performance as traders prepared for a pivotal U.S. inflation report that could shape the Federal Reserve’s interest rate strategy. Bitcoin climbed 1% to $95,374.2 by 00:19 ET (05:19 GMT), recovering from a session low of $89,664.8 on Monday as …
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Gold prices saw a slight rebound during Asian trade on Tuesday, recovering from overnight losses as markets assessed the potential impact of President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed trade tariffs. The dollar’s strength, near a two-year high, continued to weigh on the yellow metal, while traders awaited key U.S. inflation data due …
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Oil prices extended their upward trajectory on Monday, reaching a five-month high on worries about potential supply disruptions impacting major importers like China and India. These concerns stem from the wide-ranging sanctions imposed by the US on Russia, targeting oil executives, traders, and a significant number of vessels involved in …
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The financial markets are bracing for a period of heightened volatility this week, with the release of the December Producer Price Index (PPI) report on Tuesday serving as the catalyst. This critical data point will provide crucial insights into the persistence of inflationary pressures and significantly influence the Federal Reserve’s …
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US Dollar Strengthens as Market Prices in Fewer Fed Rate Cuts The US Dollar Index surged to its highest level since November 2022, exceeding the 110.00 mark, driven by a shift in market expectations towards fewer, if any, interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve this year. This shift stems …
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The US stock market exhibited a mixed performance at the start of the week, a stark contrast to the prevailing optimism that had recently gripped investors. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite led the decline, a stark reminder of the market’s vulnerability to shifts in economic sentiment. This downturn coincided with a …
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Earlier on Monday, the cryptocurrency market has experienced a sharp downturn, with Bitcoin plunging below $91,000, reigniting fears of a broader crypto market crash. This dramatic decline follows a period of relative strength, fueled by expectations of a more accommodative Federal Reserve. However, recent economic data, particularly the robust jobs …
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