South Africa's economy is teetering on the edge, facing a critical juncture where a significant surge in fixed investment is not merely desirable but an urgent imperative to stave off deeper economic distress. As of late 2025, the nation grapples with persistently sluggish growth, with its Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GrafTech International (NYSE:EAF), a leading manufacturer of high-quality graphite electrode products essential for electric arc furnace (EAF) steel production, finds itself at a critical juncture in late 2025. While the company has demonstrated operational resilience through increased sales volumes and stringent cost controls, it continues to grapple with a
MANILA, Philippines – In a decisive move aimed at protecting Filipino consumers during the bustling holiday season, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has ordered a nationwide price freeze on basic and prime commodities, effective immediately. Announced on October 27, 2025, this government directive is set to keep essential goods affordable until
MANILA, Philippines – October 27, 2025 – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued a nationwide order to freeze the prices of basic necessities and prime commodities across the Philippines, effective immediately until the close of 2025. This decisive government intervention, announced today, October 27, 2025, aims to stabilize market prices and shield
October 27, 2025 – The global cocoa market is currently embroiled in an unprecedented maelstrom of trade chaos, sending prices on a wild rollercoaster ride and inflicting profound impacts on chocolate makers worldwide, from multinational giants to artisanal Pacific producers. This turbulent environment, characterized by geopolitical tensions, climate-induced supply shocks, and
Embotalladora has paid variable quarterly dividends since August, 1998. The current forward-looking annual dividend of $0.96 yields 3.92% as of Friday’s share price.
In a significant shift in the precious metals market, gold prices have recently slipped below the critical $4,000 per ounce mark, while silver has retreated towards $46 per ounce. This notable correction, observed on October 27, 2025, follows a period of robust rallies for both metals and is primarily
October 27, 2025 – The global wheat market finds itself in a precarious balance, characterized by persistent price volatility and a critically low world stocks-to-use ratio. As of late 2025, analysts are closely scrutinizing supply forecasts and geopolitical developments, with the immediate implications pointing towards continued inflationary pressures on food prices
As of late October 2025, American consumers are grappling with a significant and persistent surge in meat costs, with beef and veal prices leading the charge. These essential proteins have seen a staggering nearly 15% increase over the past year, acting as a powerful accelerant to broader grocery inflation and
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – October 27, 2025 – Global financial markets are buzzing with optimism this Monday morning, as renewed hopes for an imminent US-China trade deal have sent a wave of relief through investors. The prospect of de-escalating trade tensions has, however, delivered a significant blow to the prices of gold
Northern Oil and Gas (NYSE: NOG) has announced a significant upward revision to its 2025 production forecasts, signaling robust operational performance and strategic growth. The company now projects higher oil and total production volumes for the upcoming fiscal year, a move that typically would be met with enthusiastic market response.
October 27, 2025 – Precious metals are experiencing a significant downturn today as burgeoning optimism for a comprehensive U.S.-China trade deal sends investors fleeing from safe-haven assets towards riskier ventures. Gold prices have slid notably, retreating from recent record highs, while silver has extended its losses, reflecting a renewed
Oracle is aggressively expanding its AI-driven cloud business and aiming to become the fourth major hyperscaler with strong returns and $300B in planned spending by 2030.
London's venerable gold market, long anchored by the formidable vaulting capabilities of institutions like JPMorgan (NYSE: JPM) and HSBC (LSE: HSBA), is witnessing an unprecedented shake-up. A confluence of strategic maneuvers by rival banks, the emergence of alternative storage solutions, and significant shifts in global gold flows are actively challenging
Qualcomm stock climbed over 20% after unveiling its new AI200 and AI250 data center chips and naming Saudi Arabia’s Humain as its first customer for 2026 deployment.
October 27, 2025 – The glittering allure of gold and silver has dimmed considerably in recent days, as both precious metals experience a significant downturn. Gold prices have conspicuously slipped below the psychological $4,000 per ounce mark, with spot gold trading around $4,005.11 and U.S. gold futures
October 27, 2025 - Precious metals markets are experiencing a significant downturn, with gold prices dropping sharply and silver extending its losses, as an imminent trade agreement between the United States and China appears to be on the horizon. The prospect of de-escalating trade tensions has significantly curbed safe-haven demand,
The precious metals market is currently a tale of two metals: gold is experiencing a significant price correction after a historic rally, while silver is in the midst of an unprecedented short squeeze, propelled by its recent designation as a critical mineral in the United States. As of October 27,
Hong Kong, October 27, 2025 – Ant Group, the Chinese fintech behemoth behind the ubiquitous Alipay payment platform, has unequivocally signaled its renewed and ambitious foray into the cryptocurrency and Web3 ecosystem. Recent trademark filings in Hong Kong, publicly revealed in October 2025, indicate a strategic and comprehensive move to secure its position within the [...]
Analyst John DiFucci said it is “clear” that Microsoft, along with other large cloud providers, is a major beneficiary of the AI boom, particularly through its Azure cloud platform.
October 27, 2025 – The cryptocurrency market is currently witnessing a significant and sustained accumulation of Chainlink (LINK) by high-net-worth investors, commonly known as "whales." This strategic buying spree, which commenced around October 11, 2025, following a broader market downturn, has been accompanied by record-breaking outflows of LINK tokens from centralized exchanges. This concerted effort [...]
