Nikola Corp., once hailed as a rising star in the electric vehicle industry, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, marking the end of a dramatic rise and fall. The company, which once boasted a market valuation higher than Ford’s, failed to secure additional funding or find a buyer to keep its operations afloat. On… Continue reading Nikola files for chapter 11 bankruptcy as cash flow issues, weak demand for vehicles take a toll
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Why WGC expects China’s gold bar and coin demand to remain strong?
The World Gold Council expects bar and coin demand in China to stay strong even as high gold prices may negatively impact gold jewelry sales, despite consumer spending remaining relatively stable. In the long run, a pilot program that permits Chinese insurers to purchase physical gold should further bolster investment demand, the council said in… Continue reading Why WGC expects China’s gold bar and coin demand to remain strong?
How volatility from Trump’s tariff plans and regulatory shifts is clouding the IPO market
For months, investors had anticipated a surge in initial public offerings, driven by optimism over President Trump’s new administration. Corporate America and Wall Street expected a pro-business, deregulated environment that would spark a wave of deal-making and public listings. Markets soared in anticipation of companies capitalizing on favorable conditions. Yet, reality has been far more… Continue reading How volatility from Trump’s tariff plans and regulatory shifts is clouding the IPO market
Air Liquide and TotalEnergies to spend over 1 billion euros on green hydrogen projects in Netherlands
French industrial gases company Air Liquide and French oil major TotalEnergies have partnered to invest in the development of two large-scale hydrogen production facilities in the Netherlands. These plants will utilise low-carbon technologies, aligning with both companies’ commitment to sustainability and the broader global push for cleaner energy sources. Strategic partnership for green hydrogen The… Continue reading Air Liquide and TotalEnergies to spend over 1 billion euros on green hydrogen projects in Netherlands
Interview with James Koutoulas, Typhon Capital
President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders imposing tariffs, the spectre of a trade war, inflation and interest-rate cuts uncertainty have introduced notable volatility into the stock market. As of February 2025, 47.3% of individual investors anticipate a decline in stock prices over the next six months, according to the latest survey from the American Association… Continue reading Interview with James Koutoulas, Typhon Capital
Chinese stocks surge on AI optimism, nearing three-year highs
Hong Kong-listed Chinese stocks extended their recent rally on Friday, fueled by growing optimism surrounding the nation’s advancements in artificial intelligence and renewed confidence in the market’s overall prospects. The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index jumped as much as 3.1% on Friday, inching closer to surpassing an October peak following a recent stimulus push. Breaching… Continue reading Chinese stocks surge on AI optimism, nearing three-year highs
Elon Musk presents Indian PM Modi with a Starship heatshield tile from space
India’s growing role in the global space economy took centre stage as Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk in Washington. While much of the media attention focused on a symbolic exchange—a heatshield tile from SpaceX’s Starship spacecraft—the meeting underscored deeper strategic interests. The discussions revolved around artificial intelligence, sustainable… Continue reading Elon Musk presents Indian PM Modi with a Starship heatshield tile from space
India’s market cap falls below $4 trillion: what’s behind the slump?
India’s stock market has suffered its steepest decline in over a year, with total market capitalisation slipping below $4 trillion for the first time since December 2023. A combination of a weakening rupee, foreign capital flight, and stretched valuations has triggered a selloff that wiped out over $1 trillion in equity value. The country’s benchmark… Continue reading India’s market cap falls below $4 trillion: what’s behind the slump?
AI agent tokens outlook: struggle continues as CZ shifts narrative to animal-inspired memes
Digital coins display resilience after the latest United States inflation report, which triggered fear in the financial sector. However, the case differed for AI agent coins, which have suffered significant bearishness in the past month. Crypto AI agent’s market cap has plunged from $20 billion to $7 billion at press time, signaling a massive retreat… Continue reading AI agent tokens outlook: struggle continues as CZ shifts narrative to animal-inspired memes