Crude oil price continued rising on Friday, with Brent rising to over $106 and the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) hitting the important resistance level at $98. This article explores why most options by President Donald Trump on Iran point to more gains. Donald Trump’s options on the Iran war President Donald Trump has several options… Continue reading Here’s why most Trump options on Iran point to higher crude oil prices
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Morgan Stanley names 4 stocks that will benefit as AI changes video games
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to fundamentally restructure the economics of the interactive entertainment sector. A seminal research report from Morgan Stanley suggests that generative AI integration could slash the cost of developing AAA titles by approximately 44%, potentially unlocking an estimated $22 billion in aggregate annual profit opportunities. However, analysts warn of a “Scissors… Continue reading Morgan Stanley names 4 stocks that will benefit as AI changes video games
DeepSeek is back with V4: what the new model means for AI race
Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek began previewing its fourth-generation model on Friday. The preview marks its most significant product update since the low-cost V3 system helped propel the company into the global spotlight last year. The new model, DeepSeek V4, is being introduced in pro and flash versions and will succeed V3, which was released… Continue reading DeepSeek is back with V4: what the new model means for AI race
Silver price forecast: top reasons XAG is stuck in a bear market
Silver price remains under intense pressure this week as spot ETF inflows wane and inflation risks persist. XAG dropped to $75, down by 40% from the year-to-date high. This article explores the top reasons why it has dropped and what to expect. Silver price has dropped amid waning ETF inflows Data compiled by ETF dot… Continue reading Silver price forecast: top reasons XAG is stuck in a bear market
Why SpaceX secured a $20B bridge loan ahead of its IPO
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has secured a $20 billion bridge loan to refinance a large portion of its existing debt ahead of its planned US initial public offering, according to a regulatory filing reviewed by Reuters. The stopgap financing, arranged last month, replaces five existing debt facilities and gives the company greater flexibility as it prepares… Continue reading Why SpaceX secured a $20B bridge loan ahead of its IPO
Can gold hold $4,700 as oil surge reshapes rate cut expectations?
Gold was little changed to lower on Friday but remained on course for a weekly decline, as higher oil prices, firmer dollar and rising Treasury yields reduced the appeal of bullion despite continued geopolitical tension in the Middle East. Spot gold was last near $4,675 an ounce, after hitting $4,697.06 in the previous session and… Continue reading Can gold hold $4,700 as oil surge reshapes rate cut expectations?
Trump to host top $TRUMP memecoin holders at Mar-a-Lago luncheon
President Donald Trump is due to speak on Saturday at a cryptocurrency event at his Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida. The gathering has drawn renewed criticism from Democrats over potential conflicts of interest tied to his family’s digital-asset ventures. The event is being marketed as an exclusive conference and luncheon for the top holders… Continue reading Trump to host top $TRUMP memecoin holders at Mar-a-Lago luncheon
Hang Seng slips as Asian markets weigh oil surge, Hormuz tensions
Asian equities were mixed on Friday as investors weighed firmer oil prices and renewed tension around the Strait of Hormuz against a still-resilient appetite for risk assets. A fragile Middle East ceasefire and unresolved US-Iran tensions kept traders cautious, even as recent gains on Wall Street helped prevent a broader retreat in regional markets. Japan’s… Continue reading Hang Seng slips as Asian markets weigh oil surge, Hormuz tensions
USD/JPY: Japanese yen forecast as inflation jumps amid the Iran war
The Japanese yen continued softening against the US dollar as energy prices jumped and after the country’s publication of its inflation report. The USD/JPY exchange rate rose to 159.7, a few points below the year-to-date high of 160.43. Japan inflation jumps as crude oil soars A report released on Friday showed that consumer prices in… Continue reading USD/JPY: Japanese yen forecast as inflation jumps amid the Iran war
