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Wall Street: The Hidden Rhythm of Markets - a conversation about cycles

In this episode, Markus Koch and Lars von Thienen talk about the markets with Dr. Richard Smith, Chairman and Executive Director of the Foundation for the Study of Cycles.

The man who knew, but didn't say: Alan Greenspan (1926-2026)

Alan Greenspan’s reputation as head of the US Federal Reserve was legendary — not least because of his reputation for convoluted statements. However, the 2008/9 financial crisis took a toll on his standing.

Pharmaceutical industry: Abbvie acquires biotech company Apogee for $10.9 billion

With its largest acquisition in more than five years, Abbvie is strengthening its own drug pipeline. By purchasing the company, the pharmaceutical company is securing access to several active ingredients.

Var Energi Realigns Stakes offshore Norway

Var Energi signed agreements to acquire Pandion Energy's remaining interests offshore Norway, swap stakes with DNO and farm down its operated Goliat and Fenja fields.

Pension reform: How young and old are affected by pension plans

The planned pension reform should affect everyone - no matter how old. On almost 80 pages, the Pension Commission has listed proposals that are tough. What lies ahead for the generations?

Best options (low risk and for beginners) to keep 15k of savings for a year?

Hi, I'm new to investing, I have 15k on an account that I plan to keep untouched (and continue to save on it) for a year, after the year I will need the money. Currently have it in a savings account where it is earning 2%, so below inflation. I currently do not have a lot of time to nerd out on this stuff or do super complicated strategies, what is something safe and simple? even if its not the best earnings, I just need to keep it above inflation. Chat GPT suggested Euro Money Market Fund (MMF)

S Broker Maintenance

Has the S Broker app been down for maintenance on both Android and iOS since this morning? Something unusual on a trading day or does experience show that it happens more often? submitted by /u/Justzodiac [link] [comments]

UPS to invest $48 million in temperature-controlled facilities amid healthcare boom

UPS is announcing a new investment in healthcare logistics as demand for the temperature-controlled category booms, CNBC has learned exclusively.

Guest comment: The pension commission has done a good job - there remains a downer

The expectations weren't great. In the end, the committee surprises - with courageous recommendations that open up paths to a political agreement, writes Lars Feld.

Federal Reserve: Central Bank: Former Fed Chairman Greenspan dies

For years he was considered an oracle and maestro: For over 18 years, Alan Greenspan, as head of the central bank, ruled over the interest rate policy of the world's largest economic power.

China says it warned off multiple Japanese ‘provocations’ during aircraft carrier drills

China has accused Japanese warplanes and ships of carrying out multiple “provocations” and surveillance operations during a carrier group’s deployment to the western Pacific for live-fire exercises. State broadcaster CCTV released a video on Monday showing at least four “close-range” encounters, and said the Liaoning carrier group had “warned off” the warships and surveillance planes. It included footage of Japanese warships as well as clips of aircraft, at least one of which appeared to have...

Christine Lagarde: Hearing of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs of the European Parliament

Comment: Kaufland has to reinvent itself – otherwise Real will become a boomerang

The takeover of 125 Real branches masked a problem in the core business. Kaufland needs a future concept in order to be able to survive against growing competition.

Hong Kong doctor fired over misconduct linked to medical intern case

A doctor at Tuen Mun Hospital has been fired for conducting an unauthorised examination on a patient, in an incident linked to an intern who was sacked and arrested for allegedly accessing patient data without permission. The Hospital Authority (HA) said on Monday evening that its investigation committee concluded that the resident doctor acted dishonestly and committed serious misconduct, in breach of professional ethics and integrity. The resident doctor was involved in conducting an...

Maneuvers on NATO's eastern flank: Pistorius wants to commit soldiers to Lithuania if necessary

4,800 German soldiers are to be stationed in Lithuania by the end of 2027. The defense minister relies on voluntary action. But he admits that he will probably reach his limits.

Service consolidation: Provided means not used - authorities hardly use the new systems

The federal government wanted to standardize its IT, with central solutions for files, personnel and more. Ten years and 836 million euros later, the Court of Auditors draws a sobering conclusion.

Spain: Long prison sentence for former Sánchez confidant

Several corruption scandals are putting the left-wing government in Spain in trouble. An ex-confidant of Prime Minister Sánchez is at the center of a verdict that threatens to further aggravate the situation.

Alan Greenspan: The magician is gone

Alan Greenspan was considered the magician of the markets and headed the Federal Reserve under four US presidents. He mastered the art of concealment. Now he has died.

Federal Reserve notes with deep sadness the passing of Alan Greenspan

Federal Reserve notes with deep sadness the passing of Alan Greenspan

Armored brigade: Pistorius wants to sign soldiers for the Lithuanian brigade if necessary

According to Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, the establishment of the armored brigade in Lithuania is proceeding according to plan. But there is a risk of bottlenecks in recruiting the 4,800 soldiers.

Alan Greenspan-RIP

So long, and thanks for all the fish! see: https://www.n-tv.de/wirtschaft/Ex-Fed-Chef-Alan-Greenspan-ist-tot-id30996663.html submitted by /u/Nerd997711 [link] [comments]

Why Trump invoked the Defense Production Act now

“It’s a way for us to communicate and leverage industry,” said Michael Cadenazzi, the assistant secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy.

Central Bank: Former State Secretary Nimmermann should become Bundesbank board member

Philipp Nimmermann will join the board of the Bundesbank. The former State Secretary is a member of the Green Party and will probably succeed Burkhard Balz.

What is your goal when investing in stocks/ETFs/others?

I'm basically having an early mid-life crisis. ​ I earn €3000 net and have around 1/3 of this money freely available. The 2/3 includes everything you can plan for (inspection, TÜV, birthday and Christmas presents for your girlfriend, subscriptions, living, etc.) ​ The 1/3 are really “over”. Of the 1000-1100€ I save 200€ a month for vacations, 200€ I give myself for leisure activities (although these usually amount to 100€), 500€ go into an ETF and the rest

Australian public cooling on Trump’s US while thawing on China, survey finds

Australian trust in the United States has hit a record low, while the public mood towards China has warmed for the fourth year in a row, according to a new opinion poll. In an unprecedented shift, 51 per cent of those surveyed said the country’s relationship with China was more important than that with the US, compared with 45 per cent who said America should take priority. Only 31 per cent of those questioned in the Lowy Institute’s annual poll said they trusted the US to act responsibly in the

What does US Pacific Command name change mean for China and India?

In a layered signal to Indo-Pacific nations and America’s domestic audience, the Trump administration last week said the US Indo-Pacific Command would revert to its long-used name, the US Pacific Command. The Honolulu-headquartered command was renamed in 2018 during Donald Trump’s first presidency. The administrative order by the Department of Defence was justified to honour the legacy of America’s oldest and largest unified combatant command, established in 1947. In the run-up to the 250th...

Iran’s Oil Exports Through Hormuz Hit Wartime High

Iran isn’t wasting any time moving its oil out of the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. lifted the naval blockade outside the chokepoint and the U.S. and Iran discuss a framework on a lasting peace deal. While Western shippers and insurers remain wary of the conflicting signals about how open the Strait of Hormuz really is, Iran is rushing to evacuate barrels it wasn’t able to push past the U.S. blockade over the past two months. At least three supertankers, carrying a total of 6 mill

Heat Dome: How you can cool your home with the heat pump

Heat pumps can not only heat, but also cool in summer. At least in principle, because there are some pitfalls.

Boy, 5, starved to death was half normal weight for age, Hong Kong court told

A five-year-old boy died after his mother physically abused, confined and starved him until he was a mere 9.7kg (21.38lbs) – half the normal weight for his age – a Hong Kong court has heard. The 38-year-old mother, only identified as “LST” at the High Court, on Monday pleaded guilty to one count of manslaughter and another of cruelty to a child over the death of her son in September 2022. An autopsy report showed the boy had starved to death and had also suffered 129 injuries to different parts.

Pharma: AbbVie swallows biotech company Apogee for $10.9 billion

With the acquisition of Apogee Therapeutics, AbbVie is strengthening its immunology portfolio and focusing on new growth drivers.