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FinanceMay 21

Chinese Property Market Shows Mixed Signals as Global Investment Returns

Shanghai property prices are recovering while China attracts renewed foreign investment, though housing market faces structural challenges.

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FinanceJun 3

Hybrid Vehicle Sales Jump 33% in May as Fuel Costs Drive Consumer Demand

Rising fuel prices prompted a significant increase in hybrid vehicle purchases as consumers sought better gas mileage.

2 sources
FinanceApr 18

Scottish Man Pleads Guilty to $8 Million Cryptocurrency Theft Conspiracy

A 24-year-old Scottish man admitted to participating in a scheme that defrauded at least a dozen U.S. companies and their employees of $8 million in virtual currency.

7 sources
FinanceMar 5

Trump Formally Nominates Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve Chair

The Trump administration has officially nominated former Fed official Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chair when Powell's term expires.

5 sources
FinanceMar 26

Fannie Mae Accepts First Cryptocurrency-Backed Mortgage Product

Government-sponsored enterprise Fannie Mae has approved its first mortgage product that accepts cryptocurrency as collateral for down payments.

9 sources
FinanceApr 1

UK Minimum Wage Rises to £12.71 as Multiple Bill Increases Take Effect

The UK minimum wage increased to £12.71 per hour as various bill rises affecting households came into force, with businesses warning of higher costs.

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FinanceMar 24

Investors Shift to Alternative Assets as Traditional Markets Face Volatility

Wealthy investors are diversifying into luxury jewelry and colored gemstones as alternative investments amid market uncertainty and record gold prices.

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FinanceApr 27

Ray Dalio Warns on Wealth Tax Impact and Interest Rate Policy Amid Economic Concerns

Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio raised concerns about wealth tax effects on markets and advised against interest rate cuts during potential stagflation.

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FinanceMar 26

Bard President's Epstein Ties Under Review; French Authorities Search Bank Offices

Leon Botstein's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein faces scrutiny while French probe targets Rothschild bank over former diplomat's Epstein connections.

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FinanceApr 23

DOJ Investigating Major Meatpacking Companies for Anti-Competitive Conduct

The Justice Department's antitrust division is conducting a criminal investigation into whether large meatpacking companies engaged in anti-competitive practices.

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FinanceMay 20

JPMorgan Banker Files Countersuit Over Sexual Harassment Allegations

A JPMorgan banker has filed a countersuit claiming sexual harassment allegations against her are fabricated and have damaged her reputation.

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FinanceMay 20

Judge Investigating Death of Mango Founder Points to Son as Prime Suspect

Jonathan Andic, son of billionaire Mango founder, has emerged as prime suspect in investigation of his father's fatal fall.

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FinanceMay 11

Financial Firms Navigate Distressed Market Opportunities Across Sectors

Investment firms are making strategic moves in struggling markets, from Florida's rail infrastructure to private credit and litigation finance.

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FinanceMar 21

Rising Food and Energy Costs Drive Market Volatility, Consumer Stock Declines

Soaring beef and fertilizer prices strain food companies and consumers as small-cap stocks enter correction territory amid broader market weakness.

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FinanceMar 31

Gold Faces Largest Monthly Decline in Over 17 Years Amid Economic Uncertainty

Gold prices head for their biggest monthly drop since 2006 as European inflation rises and German growth forecasts are cut.

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