January 8, 2025

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Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on gold prices, palm oil prices, metals demand and more in the latest Market Talks covering Basic Materials.
Auto & Transport Roundup: Market Talk
Read about Tesla, European airlines, Cathay Pacific and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Auto and Transport sector.
Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk
Read about oil prices, Phillips 66, PTT Global Chemical and more in the latest Market Talks covering Energy and Utilities.
Getty Images, Shutterstock to Combine in $3.7 Billion Deal
Getty shareholders will own about 54.7% of the combined company, which will retain the Getty name. Shares of both companies surged on the news.
Shein's Lack of Answers on China Forced-Labor Concerns Angers U.K. Lawmakers
The bargain clothing site, which is seeking a London stock listing, declined to shed light on whether its clothing contains cotton from Xinjiang.
Dassault Aviation Logs Higher Deliveries of Rafale Fighter Jets
Dassault Aviation delivered more Rafale fighter jets to customers last year than in 2023 as geopolitical tensions remain elevated..
Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on the hottest housing market in 2025, Banco BPM, Partners Group, and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services.
Paychex to Acquire Competitor Paycor HCM
Payroll-services company Paychex is acquiring rival Paycor HCM in a deal with an enterprise value of about $4.1 billion.
U.K. Competition Watchdog Prepares to Investigate Tech Giants Under New Rulebook
The regulator said it would open investigations into at least three types of tech platforms at the start of this year to work out which tech giants need to obey a new law governing the digital economy.
These EV 'Battery Belt' Towns Are Betting Trump Won't Ditch Them
Ford, Hyundai and other carmakers are cranking up new EV battery factories, while uncertainty looms over Biden-era subsidies for them.
Dollar Rises After Strong U.S. Data; Fed Minutes Could Add to Gains
The dollar rose against a basket of currencies after strong U.S. economic data Tuesday firmed expectations that the Fed will take a cautious approach to cutting interest rates.
Chinese Shares End Lower Amid Subdued Sentiment
Major Chinese benchmarks closed mostly lower in ongoing subdued sentiment, with mining and lithium stocks leading the declines.
Heavy Supply, Persistent Inflation to Weigh on Eurozone Bond Markets
Bond markets continue to trade heavy, facing “sticky” inflation, the unfolding supply wave and resilient U.S. data, Commerzbank Research said.
Oil Rises Amid Expectations of Tighter Supply From Russia, Iran
Oil rose in the early Asian session amid expectations of tightening supply from Russia and Iran due to Western sanctions, Exness’ Maria Agustina Patti said.
Gold Prices Rise Amid Risk-Off Sentiment
Gold prices were higher in early Asia trade as the yellow metal remained a safe haven for many investors amid geopolitical uncertainties.
The WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.29% to 102.83
The WSJ Dollar Index rose 0.3%, snapping a two-session losing streak.
U.S. Stocks Fall on Inflation Concerns
Wall Street sold off stocks after better-than-expected economic data fanned fears that inflation could remain stubbornly high in 2025.
Home-Decor Brand Jonathan Adler Sold to Owner of Reese Witherspoon's Fashion Company
The brand known for quirky designs has nine stores and generates $150 million in annual revenue.
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Fall in Continued Volatility
U.S. natural gas futures settled down 6.1% with investors focusing on daily shifts in January weather forecasts and expectations of a below-average storage draw for last week.
Front-Month Gold Rises on Interest Rate Outlook
Front-month gold finished up 0.7% to $2,656.70 an ounce, snapping a two-session losing streak as traders looked for signs on what the Fed may do regarding rate cuts.

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