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Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bets $575M on Malaysia with Full Buyout of AHAM Asset Management
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Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bets $575M on Malaysia with Full Buyout of AHAM Asset Management

Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group announces a deal to acquire full ownership of Malaysia's AHAM Asset Management for up to $575 million, signaling a major strategic expansion into Southeast Asia.

U.S. Manufacturing Flatlines in November, Fueling Fed Rate Cut Bets
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U.S. Manufacturing Flatlines in November, Fueling Fed Rate Cut Bets

US manufacturing production was unexpectedly flat at 0.0% in November, according to the Federal Reserve. Here's how high interest rates are impacting the economy and what it means for Fed policy.

Aptos (APT) Slides 2.8% on Heavy Volume as Institutions Rotate From Mid-Caps
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Aptos (APT) Slides 2.8% on Heavy Volume as Institutions Rotate From Mid-Caps

Aptos (APT) declined 2.8% amid a wider market slump, but trading volume surged 35% above average. Find out why this signals institutional rotation out of mid-cap altcoins.

Mitsubishi Taps Kazakhstan for Gallium, Hedging Against China's Grip on EV Metals
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Mitsubishi Taps Kazakhstan for Gallium, Hedging Against China's Grip on EV Metals

Mitsubishi Corp. will begin importing gallium from Kazakhstan in 2026, a strategic move to reduce Japan's reliance on China for the metal crucial to EVs and semiconductors.

Bybit to Restrict Japan Services From 2026 Amid Regulatory Pressure
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Bybit to Restrict Japan Services From 2026 Amid Regulatory Pressure

Bybit, the world's second-largest crypto exchange, will restrict services for Japanese residents from 2026 to comply with the country's tough financial regulations, a move that contrasts with its recent re-entry into the U.K.

AI Stocks Tumble, But Wall Street's Billion-Dollar Power Play Is Just Getting Started
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AI Stocks Tumble, But Wall Street's Billion-Dollar Power Play Is Just Getting Started

Despite a sell-off in AI stocks like Nvidia, Wall Street's M&A market for data centers is booming. An inside look reveals deals valuing power at over $400,000 per megawatt, proving the real AI trade is in infrastructure.

U.S. Sets 2027 Date for China Chip Tariffs, But Grants 18-Month Reprieve
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U.S. Sets 2027 Date for China Chip Tariffs, But Grants 18-Month Reprieve

The U.S. will increase tariffs on Chinese semiconductor imports in June 2027, according to a USTR filing. An 18-month grace period with zero duties offers a temporary reprieve, signaling a strategic move in the ongoing trade war.

U.S. Economy Surges at <stat>4.3%</stat> Pace, Defying Recession Fears, But Can Consumers Keep It Up?
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U.S. Economy Surges at <stat>4.3%</stat> Pace, Defying Recession Fears, But Can Consumers Keep It Up?

The U.S. economy grew at a surprisingly strong 4.3% annual rate in Q3, the fastest in two years, driven by robust consumer spending. However, rising inflation raises questions about sustainability.

Bitcoin's $126K Rally Never Broke $100K in Real Dollars, Galaxy Digital Says
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Bitcoin's $126K Rally Never Broke $100K in Real Dollars, Galaxy Digital Says

According to Galaxy Digital's Alex Thorn, Bitcoin's rally to $126,000 this year didn't break the $100,000 barrier in inflation-adjusted 2020 dollars, providing insights for both bulls and bears.

Solana-Focused Upexi Files to Raise $1B as Shares Tumble 50%
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Solana-Focused Upexi Files to Raise $1B as Shares Tumble 50%

Upexi (UPXI), a major holder of Solana (SOL), has filed with the SEC to raise up to $1 billion. The move comes as its stock has fallen over 50% YTD, putting its crypto-heavy treasury strategy in the spotlight.

Filecoin Drops as Institutions Battle Over Key $1.28 Support Level
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Filecoin Drops as Institutions Battle Over Key $1.28 Support Level

Filecoin (FIL) has dropped 2.2% as institutional sellers cap gains at the $1.33 resistance, while buyers defend the critical $1.28 support, confirmed by a 180% volume spike.

Nippon Sheet Glass Bets Big on Ultrathin Solar to End Two-Decade Profit Slump
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Nippon Sheet Glass Bets Big on Ultrathin Solar to End Two-Decade Profit Slump

After nearly 20 years of weak earnings, Nippon Sheet Glass (NSG) is going all-in on materials for perovskite solar cells, leveraging technology from its British subsidiary Pilkington to cut production costs.