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Chevron in Talks to Expand Venezuela Oil License

Chevron is negotiating with the U.S. government to expand its Venezuela operating license so it can boost crude exports amid ongoing Washington‑Caracas oil talks.

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Ford Plans Eyes-Off Driver Assistance by 2028

Ford will roll out its first driver-assistance system that lets drivers take their eyes off the road, aiming for a 2028 launch.

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Oil Rises on U.S. Stock Draw, Venezuela Focus

Oil climbs after U.S. inventories fall and Venezuela’s supply situation draws attention.

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Nvidia Tightens Payment Terms for H200 Chips in China

Nvidia now asks Chinese buyers to pay in full upfront for its H200 chips, signaling tighter control over high-demand supply.

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BlueScope Steel Snubs $9B Takeover Offer

Shares dipped 2% after the company rejected a $9 billion bid, citing valuation concerns. Investors weigh the impact on future growth.

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China Reviews Meta’s AI Deal

China is reviewing Meta’s acquisition of AI startup Manus, raising regulatory scrutiny on the tech giant’s expansion.

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Australia Inflation Update 📉

Inflation in Australia eased in November, but core prices remain stubbornly high, keeping economic watchers alert.

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Lenovo Powers Up AI ⚡

Lenovo teams up with Nvidia and launches the Qira platform to expand its AI solutions and innovation.

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BlueScope Steel Buyout Alert 💰

Investors push for a higher price in the $9B BlueScope Steel buyout, aiming for better returns on the deal.

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Italy’s 5G Boost 🚀

Telecom Italia and Fastweb join forces to expand 5G coverage, bringing faster and more reliable connectivity across Italy.

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US NFP Miss Weighs on Dollar

US Non-Farm Payrolls came in at 62K, below expectations, signaling a slowdown in labor market momentum. The weaker data is adding pressure on the US dollar and fueling market volatility.

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Australian Dollar Strengthens on Weak US Dollar and Hawkish RBA Tone

The Australian Dollar gains as the US Dollar softens, supported by a hawkish tone from the Reserve Bank of Australia. Traders eye further upside as market sentiment favors the Aussie.

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GBP/USD Hits Three-Month Highs Above 1.3550

GBP/USD climbs to fresh three-month highs above 1.3550 as bullish momentum continues. Strong support levels help sustain the upward trend, keeping traders optimistic on the pound.

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US Dollar Index Nears 98.00 as US–Venezuela Tensions Ease The US Dollar Index struggles around 98.00 as easing tensions between the US and Venezuela weigh on the Greenback. Market focus remains on geopolitical developments and their impact on currencies.

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EUR/JPY Approaches 183.50 Amid BoJ Uncertainty

EUR/JPY climbs toward 183.50 as uncertainty around a potential BoJ rate hike keeps the Yen under pressure. Bullish momentum remains strong, supporting further upside.

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Gold Hits One-Week High on Fed Rate Cut Bets

Gold surged to a one-week peak as investors sought safe-haven assets amid growing expectations of potential Fed rate cuts. Bullish momentum remains as uncertainty grips the markets.

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Honda Extends China Plant Shutdowns Amid Chip Shortage

Honda has extended the suspension of its China manufacturing plants due to ongoing semiconductor shortages. The supply crunch continues to disrupt auto production and delivery timelines.