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Bloomberg

Kalshi Eyes Copper Perpetual Futures After Precious Metals Push

Kalshi Inc. is eyeing plans to launch perpetual copper futures that would offer investors a new way to bet on the red metal as the artificial intelligence buildout boosts demand.

Bloomberg

The August stock-market slump is a myth — so why does Wall Street keep repeating it?

The August stock-market slump is a myth — so why does Wall Street keep repeating it?

More than 200 years of data show stocks typically gain in August, while market volatility sits well below average.

Oil prices jump back over $US100 a barrel as Middle East conflict widens

ABC News

Oil prices jump back over $US100 a barrel as Middle East conflict widens

The entry of the Houthi rebels into the war between the US and Iran threatens another vital shipping route through the region, as the entire region remains on high alert.

ABC News

As defense spending surges, these stocks could make you the most money

As defense spending surges, these stocks could make you the most money

Palantir tops a screen of defense companies for growth through 2028, but most of the expected best growers are small-cap stocks.

EU locks in oil price cap in new Russia sanctions

The Hindu

EU locks in oil price cap in new Russia sanctions

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the EU for the latest measures, saying it was "crucial to preserve our unity and keep up this pressure" on the Kremlin.

The Hindu

CNBC

Cramer has a problem with Alphabet. Plus, updates on 2 industrials

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CNBC

Trafigura Makes Its First Power Trade in Brazil

Trafigura made its first electricity trade in Brazil, taking over a R$750 million CGN power contract in the free market. The post Trafigura Makes Its First Power Trade in Brazil appeared first on The Rio Times .

Chevron Ecuador: US Court Asked to Enforce $224 Million Award

Chevron is seeking to enforce a US$224 million arbitration award against Ecuador in the long Amazon pollution saga. The post Chevron Ecuador: US Court Asked to Enforce $224 Million Award appeared first on The Rio Times .

Paraguay Picks Tigo and Personal to Build Its 5G Networks

Paraguay's regulator selected Tigo and Personal in its second 5G tender, bringing the two biggest carriers into 5G. The post Paraguay Picks Tigo and Personal to Build Its 5G Networks appeared first on The Rio Times .

Aerolineas Argentinas Picks the Airbus A330neo for Long-Haul

Aerolineas Argentinas will add 20 new aircraft from 2027, with six Airbus A330neos anchoring its long-haul fleet. The post Aerolineas Argentinas Picks the Airbus A330neo for Long-Haul appeared first on The Rio Times .

The Punch

Dangote refinery completes $2.5bn equity placement

Dangote Petroleum Refinery successfully completes a $2.5bn private equity placement, attracting significant international and African investor interest. Th Read More: https://punchng.com/dangote-refinery-completes-2-5bn-equity-placement/

The Punch

Five Groups Fight for Argentina’s Biggest Gas Distributor

Five groups are competing for control of Metrogas as YPF sells its stake to focus on Vaca Muerta. The post Five Groups Fight for Argentina’s Biggest Gas Distributor appeared first on The Rio Times .