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Marcin Frąckiewicz

CEO of TS2 Space and founder of TS2.tech. Expert in satellites, telecommunications, and emerging technologies, covering trends in space, AI, and connectivity.

Space & Satellite Stocks Today: Rocket Lab (RKLB), Viasat (VSAT), Planet Labs (PL), Spire (SPIR), Iridium (IRDM) and Globalstar (GSAT) — News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 17, 2025

Space & Satellite Stocks Today: Rocket Lab (RKLB), Viasat (VSAT), Planet Labs (PL), Spire (SPIR), Iridium (IRDM) and Globalstar (GSAT) — News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 17, 2025

Rocket Lab advanced its next Electron launch for the U.S. Space Force to December 18, highlighting demand for rapid government missions. Space and satellite stocks fell midday as the Nasdaq dropped and Fed comments signaled continued restrictive policy. Shares of major defense contractors also declined after reports of possible White House action on shareholder payouts.
17 December 2025
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Semiconductor Stocks Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Nvidia, Broadcom, Micron in Focus as AI Chip Competition Heats Up

Semiconductor Stocks Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Nvidia, Broadcom, Micron in Focus as AI Chip Competition Heats Up

The PHLX Semiconductor Index fell 2.48% to 6,785.77 on December 17, 2025, as chip stocks led market declines amid tech sector weakness. Investors reacted to headlines including Amazon-OpenAI investment talks, Google’s efforts to challenge Nvidia, and geopolitical pressures on manufacturing. Traders awaited Micron’s earnings after the close.
17 December 2025
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AI Stocks Today (US Market): Amazon–OpenAI Talks, Oracle’s Data-Center Shock, and the New Threat to Nvidia’s CUDA Edge (Dec. 17, 2025)

AI Stocks Today (US Market): Amazon–OpenAI Talks, Oracle’s Data-Center Shock, and the New Threat to Nvidia’s CUDA Edge (Dec. 17, 2025)

Amazon is in talks to invest about $10 billion in OpenAI, potentially valuing the company above $500 billion, according to sources. Early Wednesday trading saw major indexes only modestly higher, with volatility as investors weighed AI spending and financing risks. Oracle’s data-center funding issue raised caution, while the Nasdaq resumed a pullback amid renewed “AI bubble” concerns.
17 December 2025
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Defense Technology Stocks Today: US Defense Contractors, AI, Drones and Cyber Names React to Policy Risk and 2026 Spending Tailwinds (Dec. 17, 2025)

Defense Technology Stocks Today: US Defense Contractors, AI, Drones and Cyber Names React to Policy Risk and 2026 Spending Tailwinds (Dec. 17, 2025)

Shares of major U.S. defense contractors fell in premarket trading Wednesday after reports the Trump administration is preparing an executive order to restrict dividends, buybacks, and executive pay for firms with over-budget or delayed programs. Meanwhile, the Senate moved closer to passing a $901 billion defense bill, including a 3.8% troop pay raise, signaling continued high defense spending into 2026.
17 December 2025
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EV Stocks Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Tesla’s California Autopilot Case, Ford’s $6.5B Battery Deal Exit, and Fresh Catalysts for EVgo, QuantumScape, Rivian, and Lucid

EV Stocks Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Tesla’s California Autopilot Case, Ford’s $6.5B Battery Deal Exit, and Fresh Catalysts for EVgo, QuantumScape, Rivian, and Lucid

Tesla shares fell 2.5% to $477.59 by midday after California’s DMV paused a 30-day suspension of the company’s sales and manufacturing licenses over “Autopilot” marketing. Ford dropped 2.1% after scrapping a major battery supply deal. Rivian and QuantumScape rose 1.3% and 3%, respectively. Broader EV stocks moved on regulatory and policy headlines.
17 December 2025
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Comet 3I/ATLAS Today: Latest News, Science Updates, and How to See the Rare Interstellar Comet Before Its Dec. 19, 2025 Flyby

Comet 3I/ATLAS Today: Latest News, Science Updates, and How to See the Rare Interstellar Comet Before Its Dec. 19, 2025 Flyby

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will make its closest approach to Earth on Dec. 19, passing at a distance of 1.8 astronomical units—about 170 million miles—according to NASA. Astronomers are racing to observe the rare visitor, only the third confirmed interstellar object, before it leaves the solar system. New analysis attributes its path deviations to normal comet outgassing, not artificial propulsion.
17 December 2025
Rocket Launches Today, Dec. 17, 2025: Ariane 6 Delivers Galileo Satellites as SpaceX Targets Two Starlink Missions

Rocket Launches Today, Dec. 17, 2025: Ariane 6 Delivers Galileo Satellites as SpaceX Targets Two Starlink Missions

Ariane 6 launched two Galileo navigation satellites from French Guiana at 05:01 UTC on December 17, 2025, successfully placing them in medium Earth orbit. Japan’s H3 rocket launch was canceled due to a ground facility issue, while Brazil’s Alcântara spaceport delayed a debut mission by South Korea’s INNOSPACE. Two SpaceX Falcon 9 Starlink launches remain scheduled for later today.
17 December 2025
Global Stock Markets Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Asia Rises on China AI-IPO Frenzy, Europe Near Records, Wall Street Futures Edge Up Ahead of U.S. Inflation

Global Stock Markets Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Asia Rises on China AI-IPO Frenzy, Europe Near Records, Wall Street Futures Edge Up Ahead of U.S. Inflation

Asian and European stocks rose Wednesday, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 up 0.26%, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng up 0.92%, and the STOXX 600 near record highs. Oil prices jumped after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered a blockade of sanctioned Venezuelan tankers. Shanghai’s MetaX Integrated Circuits surged 693% in its IPO debut, highlighting China’s AI-chip boom. U.S. futures edged higher ahead of key inflation data.
17 December 2025
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US Economic Calendar Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Fed Speakers, Oil Inventories, and CPI Countdown

US Economic Calendar Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Fed Speakers, Oil Inventories, and CPI Countdown

Mortgage applications fell 3.8% for the week ending December 12, with the 30-year fixed rate rising to 6.38%. Several key U.S. economic releases remain delayed after the recent government funding lapse, leaving today’s calendar subject to change. Markets are focused on remarks from three Fed officials and the weekly oil inventory report ahead of Thursday’s inflation data.
17 December 2025
Silver Price Today Hits Fresh Record Above $66 as Fed Rate-Cut Bets, Tight Supply, and Industrial Demand Fuel the Rally (Dec. 17, 2025)

Silver Price Today Hits Fresh Record Above $66 as Fed Rate-Cut Bets, Tight Supply, and Industrial Demand Fuel the Rally (Dec. 17, 2025)

Spot silver hit a record $66.52 per ounce Wednesday before easing to $65.91, up 3.3% on the day. The surge follows softer U.S. labor data, renewed Fed rate cut expectations, and tight physical supply. Silver is up about 125% year-to-date, sharply outpacing gold. The gold/silver ratio stands near 65.7.
17 December 2025
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Natural Gas Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Henry Hub Holds Near $4 as Europe’s TTF Rises on Colder Forecasts and LNG Outage Risks

Natural Gas Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Henry Hub Holds Near $4 as Europe’s TTF Rises on Colder Forecasts and LNG Outage Risks

U.S. natural gas futures hovered near $3.97/MMBtu Wednesday after a recent selloff, pressured by mild weather and steady storage. In Europe, Dutch TTF benchmark prices climbed to around €27.50/MWh on colder forecasts and a U.S. LNG export outage. UK day-ahead gas also rose. Asia’s JKM benchmark stayed near $10/MMBtu amid weak winter demand.
17 December 2025
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Currency Prices Today (Dec 17, 2025): Dollar Index Near 2½‑Month Lows, Pound Slides on UK Inflation, Yen in Focus Ahead of BoJ

Currency Prices Today (Dec 17, 2025): Dollar Index Near 2½‑Month Lows, Pound Slides on UK Inflation, Yen in Focus Ahead of BoJ

The U.S. dollar index edged up 0.35% to 98.54 on December 17 but stayed near October lows as traders awaited key U.S. inflation data. The British pound dropped 0.7% to 1.3326 after U.K. inflation fell more than expected, fueling bets on a Bank of England rate cut. The yen weakened to 155.51 per dollar ahead of a possible Bank of Japan rate hike Friday.
17 December 2025
Commodities Prices Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Oil Jumps on Venezuela Blockade, Silver Hits Record High, Copper and Iron Ore Firm

Commodities Prices Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Oil Jumps on Venezuela Blockade, Silver Hits Record High, Copper and Iron Ore Firm

Oil prices jumped over 2% after the U.S. ordered a blockade of sanctioned tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, pushing Brent to $60.33 a barrel and WTI to $56.69. Silver hit a record above $66/oz, while gold held above $4,300/oz as softer U.S. labor data fueled expectations of 2026 rate cuts. Copper, iron ore, and major agricultural futures also posted gains.
17 December 2025
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US Treasury Bond Prices Today (Dec 17, 2025): Yields Edge Higher With CPI Looming and Fed Liquidity Moves in Focus

US Treasury Bond Prices Today (Dec 17, 2025): Yields Edge Higher With CPI Looming and Fed Liquidity Moves in Focus

U.S. Treasury yields edged higher early Wednesday, with the 10-year at 4.17% and the 2-year at 3.51%, as traders awaited Thursday’s inflation report. Prices slipped amid concerns over delayed economic data, year-end liquidity, and ongoing Fed efforts to ease funding pressures. The 30-year yield hovered near 4.83%. Tuesday’s 10-year yield closed at 4.15%.
17 December 2025
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Gold Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Spot Gold Holds Near $4,320 as Fed Cut Bets and Geopolitical Risks Support Bullion

Gold Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Spot Gold Holds Near $4,320 as Fed Cut Bets and Geopolitical Risks Support Bullion

Gold rose 0.4% to $4,318.99 per ounce by 10:15 GMT Wednesday, holding near record highs as investors await U.S. inflation data. The metal is up about 65% year-to-date. Softer U.S. jobs data and a weaker dollar are supporting prices, while geopolitical tensions add safe-haven demand. U.S. gold futures also gained 0.4% to $4,348.10.
17 December 2025
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European Stock Markets Today: STOXX 600 Near Record as Banks, Oil and Miners Rally on UK Inflation Surprise (Dec. 17, 2025)

European Stock Markets Today: STOXX 600 Near Record as Banks, Oil and Miners Rally on UK Inflation Surprise (Dec. 17, 2025)

The pan-European STOXX 600 rose 0.4% to 581.81 by mid-morning Wednesday, led by gains in banks, energy, and mining stocks. London’s FTSE 100 outperformed after UK inflation came in lower than expected, boosting hopes for a Bank of England rate cut. The FTSE 350 Banks index hit its highest since 2008. Energy shares tracked a jump in oil prices linked to Venezuela headlines.
17 December 2025
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XRP Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025): XRP Trades Near $1.91 as $2 Resistance Holds and $1.77 Support Comes Into Focus

XRP Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025): XRP Trades Near $1.91 as $2 Resistance Holds and $1.77 Support Comes Into Focus

XRP traded near $1.91 on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, with prices ranging from $1.90 to $1.94 as institutional inflows into XRP ETFs topped $1 billion over 20 consecutive days. Despite steady ETF demand and new derivatives products, XRP remains down 16% for the month and has failed to reclaim the $2 mark. Broader crypto sentiment is cautious, with bitcoin near $86,700 and ether around $2,940.
17 December 2025
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