The Nikkei 225 Index did well this year, rising from a low of ¥31,145 in April to a record high of ¥52,590. It rose by nearly 30% this year, outperforming most global indices like the S&P 500, FTSE 100, and the German DAX. Why the Nikkei 225 Index soaredThe Nikkei 225…

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…

The Edinburgh Worldwide Investment Trust (EWIT) has generated a near 950% return on its long-held investment in Elon Musk’s Space Exploration Technologies, better known as SpaceX, underscoring one of the most successful private-market bets in its portfolio. The investment has also become a focal point in a growing dispute with…

South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang has announced a compensation package worth 1.69 trillion won ($1.17 billion) for millions of users affected by a major data breach disclosed last month. The move marks one of the largest customer compensation efforts following a cybersecurity incident in South Korea and comes amid regulatory…

“It is ludicrous to believe that asset bubbles can only be recognised in hindsight.”– Michael Burry (The Big Short)The rally in precious metals has been nothing short of extraordinary in 2025, begging the question about its sustainability.Gold and silver have not just climbed this year — they have detonated through…

SoftBank Group Corp. is in advanced discussions to acquire DigitalBridge Group Inc., a New York-listed private equity firm focused on data centres and related assets, reported Bloomberg.The report said an agreement could be announced as soon as Monday, although no final terms have been reached, and the timing could still…

The Russell 2000 Index and the IWM ETFs jumped by 13% this year as global stocks continued their uptrend. It has now risen by over 25% in the last five years, underperforming other blue-chip indices like the Dow Jones and the Nasdaq 100. This article explores some of the top…

Saudi Arabia, the world’s largest oil exporter, is poised to cut the February price for its benchmark Arab Light crude for Asian customers for the third consecutive month, reflecting a broader trend of declining spot market prices driven by abundant supplies.The official selling price (OSP) for Saudi Arabia’s flagship Arab…

The Dow Jones Index continued its recent rally, rising by 15% this year and hitting its all-time high of $48,862. It has jumped by ~35% from its highest level in April this year. This article explores the top US30 Index news to watch in 2026.Dow Jones Index to react to…