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Strong US jobs report sends stocks sliding, dollar rising
Wall Street stocks slid and the dollar climbed Friday as a blockbuster US jobs report dimmed hopes of further interest-rate cuts.
US hiring beats expectations in December to cap solid year
US job gains soared past expectations in December, according to government data released Friday, in a sign the labor market remains healthy just shortly before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration this month.
UK gas reserves 'concerningly low': Biggest supplier
Britain's biggest gas supplier said Friday UK storage levels are "concerningly low" owing to high demand caused by freezing weather and after Ukraine ended Russian gas transit to Europe.
Global stocks mostly fall before US jobs data
Stock markets mostly retreated and the dollar steadied Friday as traders awaited key US jobs data for signals on the health of the world's largest economy and the outlook for interest rates.
Ubisoft: the 'Assassin's Creed' maker targeted by suitors
From its founding in 1986, French video game maker Ubisoft has grown into a giant of the sector with operations in 20 countries and an uber popular franchise, "Assassin's Creed".
Stock markets drift lower as US jobs data looms
Equities fell Friday as traders prepared for the release of US jobs data that could play a key role in the Federal Reserve's decision-making on interest rates, with several officials indicating the cutting has finished for now.
Pakistan flight departs for Paris after EU ban lifted
Pakistan's state-owned airline, plagued by a history of deadly crashes and a pilot licence scandal, resumed flights to Europe on Friday after a four-year ban was lifted by EU regulators.
Tajikistan bets on giant dam to solve electricity crisis
In a remote village in Tajikistan's soaring mountains, Muslikhiddin Makhmudzoda relies on a mobile phone to light his modest home as his family spends another winter without electricity.
Toggle3D.AI Options Issuance and CEO Change
Toggle3D.ai (the "Company") (OTCQB:TGGLF)(CSE:TGGL)(FSE:Q0C), a Nextech3d.ai (OTCQB:NEXCF)(CSE:NTAR) spinout is an innovative AI 3D platform harnessing the power of generative AI to convert CAD files, apply stunning 4K texturing, and seamlessly publish superior 4K 3D models announces stock options issuance.
US Fed's December rate cut should be its last for now: official
The US Federal Reserve should proceed cautiously before supporting any future rate cuts, a senior bank official said Thursday, adding that she saw December's rate cut as a final step for now.
Airbus boosts plane deliveries in 2024
European plane maker Airbus said Thursday it increased aircraft deliveries to 766 as the company still struggles to return to pre-pandemic production levels.
Ubisoft reviews restructuring options, postpones new Assassin's Creed
Ubisoft said Thursday it would take decisive steps to reshape itself as the French video game publisher announced it would delay the release of the latest title in its top "Assassin's Creed" franchise.
Lamborghini sets new sales record amidst hybrid push
Lamborghini set a new sales record in 2024, the Italian sportscar maker said on Thursday, defying the gloom that has hit mass-market car companies.
Lebanon army chief Aoun becomes president after two-year vacancy
Lebanon's lawmakers elected on Thursday army chief Joseph Aoun as president after a two-year vacancy of the position, in a step towards lifting the war-battered country out of financial crisis.
Lebanon army chief short of required majority in first round of president vote
Lebanon's army chief Joseph Aoun on Thursday fell short of the two-thirds majority to become president in the first round of a parliamentary vote, but could still become head of state.
Global stock markets mixed tracking US rates outlook
European and Asian stock markets diverged Thursday, with investors tracking the outlook for inflation and US interest rates as Donald Trump's second presidency looms.
Lebanon meets to finally elect president after two-year vacancy
Lebanese lawmakers could elect army chief Joseph Aoun as president Thursday after more than two years of deadlock, in a much-needed step to help lift the war-battered country out of financial crisis.
Ukraine allies to hold last defence meet before Trump takes office
Ukraine's Western allies will gather with President Volodymyr Zelensky at a US base in Germany on Thursday in their last such meeting before Donald Trump returns to the White House in less than two weeks.
CES tech looks to help world's aging population
From an adorable robot puppy that soothes dementia patients to an in-toilet gadget for testing urine, tech at CES caters to seniors around the world.
Wildpack Provides Update Regarding Proposed Restructuring Transaction
Wildpack Beverage Inc. (TSXV:CANS)(OTC PINK:WLDPF)("Wildpack" or the"Company") a leading middle market co-packer of canned goods, announces, further to its press releases dated July 5, 2024 and October 8, 2024 (the "Previous Releases"), an update regarding the Company's proposed restructuring transaction (the "Debenture Restructuring Transaction") with respect to its outstanding 8.00% convertible unsecured subordinated debentures in the aggregate principal amount of $45,007,000 (the "Debentures"), which were issued pursuant to a convertible debenture indenture between the Company and Computershare Trust Company of Canada (the "Base Indenture") dated as of June 30, 2021, which provides for the issuance of one or more series of unsecured subordinated debentures of the Company, along with supplemental indentures dated August 27, 2021, November 23, 2021 and March 31, 2022 (collectively, the "Indenture").
Alphinat Announces New Board of Director Members and Appointment of New Auditors
Alphinat Inc. (TSXV:NPA.H:NEX) a leading Canadian provider of innovative software solutions, is pleased to announce that subject to regulatory approval the appointment of Mr. Mark Nasworthy, Mr. Brian Deeks, Mr. Nicholas A. Bartzis and Ms. Mahtab Abbasigaravand to Alphinat Inc. board of directors.
Caldwell Reports First Quarter Results
Talent acquisition firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. (TSX:CWL)(OTCQX:CWLPF) today issued its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025, ended November 30, 2024. All references to quarters or years are for the fiscal periods unless otherwise noted and all currency amounts are in Canadian dollars.
Ur-Energy Will Participate in the "2025 Mining Conference: Mining & Supplying Critical Minerals & Precious Metals" Presented by Maxim Group LLC on Thursday, January 16
Ur-Energy Inc. (NYSE American:URG)(TSX:URE) (the "Company" or "Ur-Energy") is pleased to announce that its Chairman and CEO, John Cash, will participate in the Maxim Group LLC "2025 Mining Conference: Mining and Supplying Critical Minerals and Precious Metals," on Thursday, January 16, 2025. The Conference will be virtual with registration and access as set forth below.
Political chess or true beliefs? Zuckerberg's surprise Trump pivot
The clean cut hair has grown, his college kid's hoodie is now a gold chain, and his politics have swerved hard right.
US Fed officials concerned over 'stalled' disinflation, tariffs: minutes
US Federal Reserve officials raised concerns in December that the fight against inflation may have "stalled" in recent months, and weighed the likely impact of Trump's trade policies, according to minutes of the meeting published Wednesday.
Several US Fed officials concerned over 'stalled' disinflation: minutes
Several senior US Federal Reserve officials raised concerns in December that the fight against inflation may have "stalled" in recent months, according to minutes of the meeting published Wednesday.
US tech titans ramp up pressure on EU
Mark Zuckerberg's U-turn on Meta's content rules piles pressure on the EU -- already in the crosshairs of Donald Trump ally Elon Musk -- to prove it still calls the shots when it comes to Big Tech's behaviour in Europe.
Award-winning migrant actor earns visa to stay in France -- as a mechanic
An undocumented 23-year-old Guinean migrant living in France who won a prize at the Cannes film festival last year has been granted a work permit, enabling him to avoid deportation, his lawyer said Wednesday.
US tariff and inflation fears rattle global markets
Stock markets were rattled Wednesday by worries about incoming US President Donald Trump slapping tariffs on imports and the fading prospects for interest rate cuts.
US private sector hiring undershoots expectations: ADP
The US private sector added fewer jobs than anticipated in December, payroll firm ADP said Wednesday, with hiring and wage increases both cooling.
US tariffs unlikely to have 'significant' inflation impact: Fed official
The effect of new tariffs under consideration by US President-elect Donald Trump is unlikely to be "significant or persistent," a senior Federal Reserve official said Wednesday.
Lebanon leaders in talks for new bid to elect president
Lebanese political heavyweights held talks Wednesday a day ahead of a parliamentary session to elect a president, but even with key player Hezbollah weakened by war, there is no guarantee of consensus.