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China's Yuan Breaks Below 7.0 Per Dollar for First Time in 15 Months
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China's Yuan Breaks Below 7.0 Per Dollar for First Time in 15 Months

China's offshore yuan has strengthened below the key 7.0 per U.S. dollar level for the first time in 15 months, signaling a shift in market sentiment and capital flows.

The Great AI Split: Why 2026 Will Separate Winners from Losers
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The Great AI Split: Why 2026 Will Separate Winners from Losers

The era of 'a rising tide lifts all AI boats' is ending. Volatility in late 2025 signals a major market differentiation in 2026, splitting AI players into spenders and earners. Here's what investors need to know.

Bitcoin Price Briefly Flash Crashes to $24,000 on Binance, Exposing Liquidity Risks
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Bitcoin Price Briefly Flash Crashes to $24,000 on Binance, Exposing Liquidity Risks

Bitcoin experienced a brief flash crash to $24,000 on a single Binance pair due to thin liquidity, not a market-wide event. This highlights the risks for traders using less common stablecoin pairs.

Trump’s 50% Tariff Crushes Indian Fox Nut Exports, But a Domestic Boom Offers a Lifeline
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Trump’s 50% Tariff Crushes Indian Fox Nut Exports, But a Domestic Boom Offers a Lifeline

A 50% US tariff has crushed India's fox nut exports, causing a 40% slump. But the industry is finding unexpected resilience through a booming domestic market and new global buyers.

Samsung Electronics Was the Top Gifted Stock for Retail Investors in 2025, Data Shows
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Samsung Electronics Was the Top Gifted Stock for Retail Investors in 2025, Data Shows

In 2025, Samsung Electronics emerged as the most popular gifted stock among retail investors, accounting for 9% of transactions, according to KB Securities data. The trend is fueled by a tech stock rally and the share's affordability.

Bank of Korea Sets 2026 Rate Cut Conditions, Hinging on Inflation, Growth, and Financial Stability
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Bank of Korea Sets 2026 Rate Cut Conditions, Hinging on Inflation, Growth, and Financial Stability

The Bank of Korea (BOK) has outlined its 2026 monetary policy, stating that any further interest rate cuts will depend on a careful assessment of inflation, growth, and financial stability.

India's Exports to US Jump 22%, But Experts Warn of a 'Sugar High' Before Tariffs Hit
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India's Exports to US Jump 22%, But Experts Warn of a 'Sugar High' Before Tariffs Hit

India's exports to the U.S. surged over 22% in November despite 50% tariffs. However, experts caution this may be a temporary 'sugar high' driven by a low base and frontloading ahead of new trade policies.

Can a US-Style Buildout Solve Japan's AI Data Center Bottleneck?
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Can a US-Style Buildout Solve Japan's AI Data Center Bottleneck?

The developer of Japan's largest data center, GigaStream Toyama, proposes a US-style rapid build-out model to solve the country's severe AI infrastructure shortage.

Global Banks Raise South Korea's 2026 Inflation Forecast to 2.0% Amid Weak Won
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Global Banks Raise South Korea's 2026 Inflation Forecast to 2.0% Amid Weak Won

Major investment banks have lifted South Korea's 2026 inflation forecast to 2.0%, citing the persistently weak won. With the currency nearing 1,500 per dollar, import costs are rising, posing a dilemma for the Bank of Korea.

LS Eco Energy Bets $19M on Vietnam Rare Earths to Loosen China's Grip
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LS Eco Energy Bets $19M on Vietnam Rare Earths to Loosen China's Grip

South Korea's LS Eco Energy is investing $19 million in Vietnam's rare-earth sector, a strategic move to diversify critical mineral supply chains away from China for EVs and robotics.

U.S. Signals Return to 'Maximum Pressure' Sanctions on Venezuela, Putting Oil Markets on Edge
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U.S. Signals Return to 'Maximum Pressure' Sanctions on Venezuela, Putting Oil Markets on Edge

The U.S. has signaled a return to 'maximum pressure' sanctions on Venezuela at the UN Security Council. The move could tighten global oil supply and lead to higher crude prices.

U.S. Greenlights Negotiations for Sale of Russian Stake in Serbian Energy Giant NIS
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U.S. Greenlights Negotiations for Sale of Russian Stake in Serbian Energy Giant NIS

The U.S. has unusually approved negotiations for the sale of Gazprom Neft's stake in Serbian energy firm NIS, signaling a potential shift in the Balkan energy map.