Finance news

Elon Musk’s SpaceX paid to secure its ticker symbol ahead of blockbuster IPO

When SpaceX shares make their public debut next week, they will be trading under the ticker “SPCX.” Until recently, that ticker belonged to Tuttle Capital Management’s SPAC and New Issue ETF.

◇ unclassifiedusa

◇ unclassifiedgermany · europe · usa

Wall Street: Broadcom figures weigh on chip values – Nasdaq in the red

Because the chip manufacturer's figures were worse than expected, investors are throwing the industry's stocks out of their portfolios. However, observers do not see a real danger for the AI rally.

Trump to nominate Todd Blanche as US attorney general

President Donald Trump said he would ⁠move to ⁠nominate acting US Attorney ⁠General Todd Blanche on Thursday to permanently lead the Justice Department, which would make his former personal lawyer the nation’s top law enforcement officer. “He’s acting attorney general. Tomorrow. ‌I’m instructing Dan (Scavino) and everybody else that’s involved in that very complicated process – which is going to go, I think, very quickly – that we are going to make him permanent attorney general,” Trump said at.

◇ unclassifiedgermany · europe · israel

War with Israel: Hezbollah rejects ceasefire conditions with Israel

So far, no ceasefire in Lebanon has brought peace between Israel and Hezbollah. Hezbollah rejects any further attempt.

Tax fraud: Fewer paper receipts when purchasing - Finance Minister Klingbeil relaxes the receipt requirement

The receipt requirement causes a lot of trouble. A bill now provides for gradual abolition. To this end, the cash register requirement is being tightened in order to make tax fraud more difficult.

Investors can 'buy' SpaceX early with Coinbase perpetual futures on pre-IPOs

Pre-IPO perps give traders the ability to speculate on the value of a private company without owning shares.

◇ unclassifiedusa

◇ unclassifiedmiddle-east · russia · usa

South Korea Boosts Jet Fuel Exports to Nine-Month High

South Korea’s refiners have increased processing rates and jet fuel exports as crude imports into the Asian country recover and wide open arbitrage encourages shipments to the U.S. West Coast, analysts have told Reuters. South Korea likely shipped the highest volumes of jet fuel in May since August last year, according to data Reuters has compiled from trade sources and energy flow tracking firms including Vortexa and Kpler. Last month, South Korea exported between 8.67 million barrels to 9.46 m

Chargeback as a way out: Works for rental car trouble: The trick with the credit card

Anyone who books a rental car online often feels well prepared. The network of portals, intermediaries and lenders can lead to problems. Then there is often a way out.

Social◇ unclassifiedgermany

Milestone reached 🥳 🎉 Finally reached the first million. Early retirement has begun

After years of hard work, iron discipline and consistent financial planning, the time has finally come. Many have said it is impossible. Many people doubted. While others buy real estate, analyze and buy stocks, I focused on the essentials. submitted by /u/Far-Dragonfruit6979 [link] [comments]

◇ unclassifiedusa · europe · middle-east

Thales ramps up guided rocket production to address increased ME demand

“We more than doubled the [production] number, considering the situation at the moment in the Middle East,” a company executive told Breaking Defense.

◇ unclassifiedmiddle-east · usa

Avangrid Bags New Contract to Power Microsoft

Expected to start commercial operation 2028, the 140-MWdc Bluebird in Klickitat County, Washington is the fourth Avangrid project to have the Redmond, Washington-based tech giant as a customer.

◇ unclassifiedgermany · europe · uk

Ukraine: Hungary's turnaround opens door to EU accession talks with Kyiv

After years of stalemate, a political whiz kid in Budapest is setting a new course. Thanks to Peter Magyar, Ukraine's gateway to Europe is opening just a crack.

Psychology: Burnout creeping up on you? These warning signs exist

Suddenly constantly irritable, having trouble sleeping or no longer wanting to do your job? Why warning signs of burnout are often overlooked - and how those affected can find help.

◇ unclassifiedchina · asia · usa

‘Brilliant’: US public cheers dancing Unitree robots while Congress looks to ban them

A gulf is emerging between how the American public and lawmakers are viewing Chinese robots, analysts say, following a high-profile performance by Chinese robotics champion Unitree’s humanoid robots on US television show America’s Got Talent, which received a standing ovation from the studio audience. While ratings figures have yet to be announced, the appearance of Unitree’s G1 robots on a prime time American television show in its season premiere could contribute to mainstream acceptance of...

◇ unclassifiedgermany · europe · iran

+++ Iran War +++: Hezbollah rejects extended ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon

Trump wants to take over highly enriched uranium from Iran +++ One dead and dozens injured after Iranian attack on Kuwait +++ Trump would “like to meet” Khamenei +++ The news blog.

◇ unclassifiedchina · asia · usa

Hong Kong police to launch 2-week crackdown on distracted drivers and jaywalkers

Hong Kong police will launch a two-week citywide crackdown on distracted driving and jaywalking after the number of people killed in traffic accidents jumped by more than 40 per cent year on year in the first five months of 2026. The force said on Thursday that 51 people died in traffic accidents between January and May 31, up by 42 per cent from the same period last year. Pedestrians accounted for about half of the fatalities. According to police, jaywalking and inattentive driving were among..

Business ticker: US investor apparently wants to take over the airline Easyjet with shipping company MSC

SpaceX sets issue price for IPO +++ Deepseek apparently secures 6.4 billion euros in financing round +++ Bayer faces new hurdle in glyphosate comparison +++ News in the company live blog.

Collective bargaining: Verdi expands warning strikes in retail

Verdi is calling for further retail strikes nationwide. Employees are demanding more recognition and a pay increase of seven percent.

Kalshi is building a prediction markets 'Bloomberg Terminal' for high-end traders, source says

The prediction market platform is developing the platform to create a singular platform for its highly engaged traders.

◇ unclassifiedusa

Social◇ unclassifiedeurope

How to invest in 55?

Hi, I would like to diversify my portfolio, cause I have basicaly only real estate/land investments. The problem is that my investment horizon is around 15 year, so Im not sure if going all in world etf is a good idea? Could you give me a few ideas how to split lets say 60 000 USD? I know it aint much, but Its a decent amount in my country. Im not expecting exact strategy, but some guidelines would be nice. Thank you. submitted by /u/arktozc [link] [comments]

◇ unclassifiedgermany · europe · usa

Energy: Power from several nuclear reactors: utility Enercity bundles renewables into a large power plant

The companies Enercity and Kraken want to connect decentralized solar systems and battery storage systems in a network. What this means for the power grid – and the energy transition as a whole.

Small plane crash in Croatia leaves 4 dead, 2 missing

Four people were killed on Thursday in a plane crash on Croatia’s northern Adriatic coast, police said. “According to currently available information four people have died” in the crash of the plane in Medulin, on Croatia’s northwestern Istria peninsula, a police statement said. The accident occurred in the Campanoz area, outside the town, and “all emergency services are on the scene”, it added. The national firefighting association said it had received a report of the crash near the Medulin...

China’s futuristic stealth sub to boost ‘hunt-and-kill’ capabilities: experts

China is aiming to boost its “hunt-and-kill” capabilities with a new submarine that boasts futuristic features, according to Chinese analysts. A submarine that appeared to lack a traditional fin was being built at the Jiangnan Shipyard in Shanghai, France-based Naval News reported on Wednesday, citing Vantor satellite images dated June 1. A submarine’s fin is a tower on its topside, usually used for observation and communications. Analysts said a finless design could boost the craft’s stealth,..

Chinese carmakers BYD, Chery chart 80% growth overseas as EV demand spikes

Leading Chinese carmakers like BYD and Chery Automobile are reaping rewards from their efforts to boost sales abroad, as they chase higher profitability amid rising demand for electric vehicles (EVs). Chery, which spearheaded the go-global drive among mainland China’s automotive groups and is the country’s largest car exporter, delivered three times as many cars overseas as at home last month. The state-owned company, based in eastern China’s Anhui province, handed 181,571 vehicles to customers.

◇ unclassifiedchina · asia · usa

Why China’s Latin America ties aren’t immune to Trump’s influence

For over two decades, China’s rise in Latin America has been viewed as one of the most significant geopolitical developments in the western hemisphere. Through trade, investment, infrastructure projects and diplomatic engagement, Beijing built a presence that would have been difficult to imagine at the beginning of the century. The strategy appeared highly successful. Beijing became a leading trading partner for much of the region, financed major projects, expanded its diplomatic footprint and..

17d06/04⚠ war-conflict · 3/5

Iran Says 'No Tangible Progress' in Talks with U.S.

Iran has signaled that there has been “no tangible progress” in the talks with the U.S. on a potential deal while the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire announced by the United States overnight appears shaky. “No tangible progress has been achieved in the negotiation process,” Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi was quoted as saying by the semi-official Iranian news agency Tasnim. The U.S. and Iran have been exchanging messages on a framework proposal for a potential agreement for weeks. The oil market

◇ unclassifiedmiddle-east · russia · usa

Monetary union: Ireland's economic performance collapses sharply - consequences expected for the euro zone

Irish GDP falls unexpectedly significantly due to special effects in the pharmaceutical sector. The economic crash could also put the euro zone into the red.

◇ unclassifiedgermany · europe · uk

Care reform: Warken wants to increase care contributions: These costs could be incurred by high earners

The draft care reform is intended to close a billion dollar hole. Economists have calculated for the Handelsblatt what costs employers and employees have to expect.