Fuelled by expectations that the demand for copper—a key metal in electrification—will exceed supply, the metal is set to record its largest annual gain since 2009. Copper, often referred to as the “red metal,” has seen a remarkable rally on the London Metal Exchange this year, surging by over 40% and hitting a series of
As 2025 draws to a close, Binance is making another adjustment to its trading lineup, underscoring how large exchanges regularly recalibrate products before entering a new cycle. The crypto exchange said it will scrap several spot and margin trading pairs linked to the First Digital USD stablecoin on January 6. The change affects Bitcoin Cash,
Renowned investor Michael Burry moved to correct market speculation this week after renewed attention on his views about Tesla’s valuation. The Scion Asset Management founder said he is not betting against the electric vehicle maker, despite having described the stock as “ridiculously overvalued.” The clarification came in response to questions on social media, as investors
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US jobless applications fell to 199,000 in the week ending December 27, marking the lowest reading in weeks. The figure signals that employers remain reluctant to cut payrolls despite economic uncertainties approaching the year’s end. The unexpected decline, down 16,000 from the previous week’s revised 215,000, underscores a labor market characterised by minimal layoff activity,
Bitcoin slipped below $87,000 into the holiday week, with price action compressing rather than breaking down as liquidity thins and sentiment cools. According to recent market updates, positioning looks cautious but not panicked, with buyers engaging near support despite risk-off flows. Market snapshot into year-end The Crypto Fear and Greed Index sits at 27, placing
Bitcoin has shown strength on Monday morning, surging past $90,000, offering short-term optimism after weeks of pressure. However, the world’s largest cryptocurrency continues to face macroeconomic uncertainty, leaving analysts divided on whether the move can develop into a sustained rebound. Bitcoin rebounds Bitcoin found support above the $85,500 zone and began a recovery wave, climbing
Asian markets began the week on a strong footing, buoyed by expectations of easier US monetary policy next year, while precious metals pulled back after a sharp rally. At the same time, geopolitical tensions resurfaced in East Asia as China announced large-scale military drills around Taiwan. In crypto markets, Bitcoin staged a notable rebound, climbing
Bitcoin investors are looking ahead to the new year with cautious optimism after a volatile 2025. Despite recent turbulence, Cory Klippsten – the chief executive of Swan Bitcoin – believes the digital asset is poised for a sharp rally over the next 12 months. Speaking recently with CNBC, Klippsten argued that BTC’s adoption curve, institutional
Bitcoin surged to $90,000 earlier today, bolstered by fresh macro catalysts, but failed to sustain the breakout as demand tapered off at key resistance levels. The rejection saw price action reverse sharply, pulling Bitcoin back toward the lower bounds of its established weekly range. By press time, the total cryptocurrency market capitalization had surrendered its