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Shan Ahmed Khan

As a journalist focused on finance and the stock market, he delivers fast, reliable, and easy-to-understand coverage of market news.

Breeze CEO warns startups face tighter U.S. skies as new rewards tiers near

Breeze CEO warns startups face tighter U.S. skies as new rewards tiers near

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 09:16 ET Breeze Airways CEO David Neeleman warned that startup airlines are facing a tighter squeeze in the U.S. market, even as his carrier keeps expanding its route map, a Red94 report published on Sunday said. Red94 The timing matters as Breeze heads into 2026 with a revamped loyalty program, one of the biggest levers airlines use to keep customers coming back. Breeze’s updated program rules show its new tier benefits take effect on Jan. 1, 2026. FlyBreeze+1 Neeleman has argued that newer carriers cannot easily go head-to-head with the biggest U.S. airlines, which have
29 December 2025
Firefly Aerospace stock steadies in premarket as lawsuit notice puts spotlight back on IPO claims

Firefly Aerospace stock steadies in premarket as lawsuit notice puts spotlight back on IPO claims

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 08:00 ET — Premarket Firefly Aerospace Inc shares edged down 0.1% to $23.34 in premarket trading on Monday. The muted move keeps attention on the recently listed space-and-defense company as legal headlines circulate into the final, holiday-thinned week of the year, when smaller stocks can swing on limited volume. PR Newswire U.S. stock index futures were lower early Monday after last week’s records, setting a cautious backdrop for higher-risk names. S&P 500 E-minis were down 0.22% and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.40% in premarket trading, Reuters reported. Reuters The Schall Law Firm said in a
29 December 2025
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Nvidia’s $5B Intel stake hits the tape as U.S. futures cool into year-end week

Nvidia’s $5B Intel stake hits the tape as U.S. futures cool into year-end week

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 08:21 ET U.S. stock index futures slipped on Monday as Nvidia completed a $5 billion purchase of Intel shares, adding a fresh headline to a year-end rally led by technology and AI-linked stocks. Intel disclosed the transaction in a filing on Monday (source). Reuters The move lands as markets head into the final, holiday-shortened trading week of 2025 with benchmarks sitting at record highs and investors looking for signs the late-December “Santa Claus rally” can extend. The term refers to a seasonal pattern of gains in the last five trading days of the year and
29 December 2025
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AI cheating crackdown: ACCA moves exams back to test centres, ends most remote sittings

AI cheating crackdown: ACCA moves exams back to test centres, ends most remote sittings

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 08:08 ET Britain’s Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) will move most professional exams back into test centres from March 2026, restricting remote sittings as it tries to curb cheating enabled by artificial intelligence tools. ACCA Global+1 The change matters now because generative AI — software that can produce humanlike text and analysis from a prompt — has made it easier for candidates to get real-time help during exams taken at home. Professional bodies rely on exam integrity to keep their qualifications trusted by employers and regulators. ACCA Global+1 It also lands against a backdrop
29 December 2025
TCS presses reset on AI strategy as it shifts from pilots to payback

TCS presses reset on AI strategy as it shifts from pilots to payback

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 08:29 ET Tata Consultancy Services is launching a sweeping internal overhaul and a fresh push to customers as it positions itself for an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven future, The Economic Times reported on Monday. The Economic Times The company is shifting from small AI pilots and proof-of-concept projects — limited trials — to scaled deployments tied to return on investment, or whether spending pays off. The Economic Times The move highlights how AI is forcing outsourcing firms to rethink a labor-heavy model as customers demand measurable productivity gains and faster delivery. “Every conversation today is an
29 December 2025
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Nvidia’s $5B Intel stake just closed — here’s what Wall Street is watching next

Nvidia’s $5B Intel stake just closed — here’s what Wall Street is watching next

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 08:23 ET Intel (INTC.O) said it completed the issuance and sale of 214,776,632 shares of its common stock to Nvidia (NVDA.O) for $5.0 billion, finalizing an investment first announced in September. Intel Corporation The closing locks in a $23.28-per-share deal that investors have watched as both a funding boost and a confidence signal from the leading AI chip designer. Intel Corporation+1 It also lands as Intel heads into year-end with its stock up roughly 80% in 2025, pushing debate toward what execution looks like in 2026. The Motley Fool+1 In a Form 8-K filing, Intel
29 December 2025
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Dow futures slip as Wall Street heads into the final three trading days of 2025

Dow futures slip as Wall Street heads into the final three trading days of 2025

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 08:06 ET U.S. stock index futures slipped on Monday, opening the final holiday-shortened week of the year on a cautious note after the S&P 500 and Dow ended last week at record highs. S&P 500 E-mini futures — contracts that track the index and trade nearly around the clock — were down 0.22%, while Nasdaq 100 E-minis fell 0.40% and Dow E-minis were little changed at 05:40 a.m. ET, according to market data. Reuters The late-December rally has left investors focused on whether the market can hold onto year-end gains in thin holiday trading. With
29 December 2025
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Montreal’s REM to run all night on New Year’s Eve as freezing-rain warning hits

Montreal’s REM to run all night on New Year’s Eve as freezing-rain warning hits

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 08:08 ET Montreal’s Réseau express métropolitain (REM) will operate through the night on New Year’s Eve, offering continuous service from Dec. 31 into Jan. 1 across the network between Brossard and Deux-Montagnes, the operator said. REM The extended hours come as the Greater Montreal area faces an orange-level freezing-rain warning, with officials cautioning that travel could become hazardous as ice builds up on roads and sidewalks. CityNews Montreal For riders, the timing matters: New Year’s Eve typically brings late-night crowds and higher demand for public transport, while ice and high winds can make driving riskier
29 December 2025
UK pothole claims surge 91% — but most drivers get nothing back, RAC says

UK pothole claims surge 91% — but most drivers get nothing back, RAC says

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 07:18 ET Pothole compensation claims made to councils in Britain jumped 91% over three years, as motorists sought reimbursement for damage blamed on deteriorating road surfaces, the RAC said on Monday. RAC Media Centre The figures land as the government presses local authorities to move from short-term patching to longer-term maintenance, after announcing multi-year funding settlements for councils, the motoring organisation said. RAC Media Centre The RAC data also shows how slim the odds are for drivers trying to recover repair costs, with councils rejecting the vast majority of claims even as the number filed
29 December 2025
Everyman CEO exits with immediate effect as board taps interim boss after profit warningNEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 07:30 ET

Everyman CEO exits with immediate effect as board taps interim boss after profit warningNEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 07:30 ET

Everyman Media Group said on Monday its chief executive, Alex Scrimgeour, has stepped down with immediate effect and non-executive director Farah Golant will take over as interim CEO. Investegate The move lands weeks after the AIM-listed — London’s junior stock market — cinema operator lowered forecasts, pointing to a softer UK box office in the final quarter and pressure on consumer spending. Investegate Investors have punished the stock through the year. Everyman shares were marginally lower in London trading and are down around 48% year-to-date, according to an Alliance News market update. London South East Everyman said it has begun
29 December 2025
Silver just hit a record above $80 — now it’s sliding as traders lock in gains

Silver just hit a record above $80 — now it’s sliding as traders lock in gains

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 07:28 ET Silver slid on Monday after briefly topping $80 an ounce for the first time, as investors took profits late in the year and bets on easing geopolitical risks reduced demand for “safe-haven” assets such as precious metals. Reuters The retreat matters because the rally has been one of the sharpest across major commodities in 2025, pulling in both speculative money and longer-term investors looking for inflation hedges. The move is also testing how durable demand will be as markets head into 2026 with expectations for U.S. interest-rate cuts. Reuters+1 Spot silver was down
29 December 2025
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Insight Enterprises stock on watch before the bell as buyback, credit line linger in focus

Insight Enterprises stock on watch before the bell as buyback, credit line linger in focus

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 07:20 ET — Premarket Insight Enterprises shares were little changed at $83.48 before the opening bell on Monday, after the stock rose about 3% on Friday’s close. Investing.com+1 The muted early move matters because investors have been weighing the company’s capital returns and balance-sheet flexibility after mid-December filings flagged a larger buyback and an expanded credit line. SEC+1 The stock has traded in a wide 52-week range of $77.10 to $181.92, underscoring how sensitive the name has been to shifts in enterprise tech spending and margin expectations. Futunn In a Form 8-K, Insight said its
29 December 2025
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Pattern Group stock ticks higher premarket as year-end trading thins

Pattern Group stock ticks higher premarket as year-end trading thins

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 07:23 ET — Premarket Shares of Pattern Group Inc rose 0.4% to $11.89 in premarket trading on Monday. The stock ended the prior session at $11.84, up 3.1%. StockAnalysis The muted move matters in a week when liquidity is thin and price swings can be exaggerated, especially for newer listings that still lack a long trading history. Pattern, which went public in September, is still being priced by investors who are trying to pin down how durable its growth is — and how quickly it can turn that growth into steady profits. StockAnalysis+1 Broader markets
29 December 2025
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Aeroméxico stock steadies before NYSE open as oil jumps and futures dip

Aeroméxico stock steadies before NYSE open as oil jumps and futures dip

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 07:18 ET — Premarket Grupo Aeroméxico’s U.S.-listed shares were indicated flat ahead of Monday’s open, last at $22.91 after a 3.29% jump on Friday. StockAnalysis The move matters because Aeroméxico is a relatively new U.S. listing, and thin, year-end trading can exaggerate price swings for recently listed stocks. Reuters+1 Airlines are also tightly linked to energy markets. Jet fuel is typically one of the biggest operating expenses, so rising oil prices can pressure airline shares. Brent crude futures rose $1.27, or 2.1%, to $61.91 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude gained $1.29, or
29 December 2025
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Icahn Enterprises stock steadies before the bell as oil jumps and Fed minutes loom

Icahn Enterprises stock steadies before the bell as oil jumps and Fed minutes loom

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 07:23 ET — Premarket Icahn Enterprises’ units were little changed in premarket trading on Monday, hovering around $7.60, as U.S. futures eased in the final holiday-shortened week of the year. MarketBeat+1 The muted move matters because Icahn Enterprises has been trading near its lows, with a large cash distribution yield that can make the units sensitive to shifts in risk appetite and interest-rate expectations. Google+1 It also comes as oil prices jumped, putting a fresh spotlight on the partnership’s exposure to energy assets and its investment portfolio at a time when year-end liquidity is thin
29 December 2025
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JetBlue’s ‘first class’ push heats up as new JFK lounge signals premium pivot

JetBlue’s ‘first class’ push heats up as new JFK lounge signals premium pivot

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 07:22 ET JetBlue Airways Corp is sharpening its move into premium travel, betting that airport lounges and pricier seating can help it win higher-spending customers even as bigger U.S. carriers expand their own upscale offerings. JetBlue Investor Relations+1 The push matters now because airlines are increasingly leaning on “premium” products — higher-priced seats and added perks such as lounges — to generate stronger revenue per passenger. JetBlue is trying to capture that demand while keeping its brand built on low fares and a strong onboard experience. Stocktwits+1 JetBlue has long been known for comfort upgrades
29 December 2025
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UBS spots a 2026 turning point for UK and European stocks — and names Aviva, NatWest among top themesNEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 06:34 ET

UBS spots a 2026 turning point for UK and European stocks — and names Aviva, NatWest among top themesNEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 06:34 ET

UBS has flagged 2026 as a potential turning point for UK and European equities, saying the region is set for a return to earnings growth after years of false starts. Proactiveinvestors UK The call lands as investors look beyond thin year-end trading toward 2026, with markets focused on the path for interest rates and corporate profits. Reuters Britain’s FTSE 100 is up 20.7% so far this year, outpacing the pan-European STOXX 600’s 15.8% gain and the S&P 500’s 17.8% rise, Reuters data showed. Reuters UBS said much of the recent move in Europe reflected a valuation catch-up, but argued next
29 December 2025
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Report warns Alabama Power coal ash ponds could flood Alabama waterways

Report warns Alabama Power coal ash ponds could flood Alabama waterways

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 06:47 ET An Inside Climate News review said Alabama Power’s coal-ash ponds could inundate hundreds of square miles of land and waterways if barriers fail, sharpening scrutiny of how the utility is closing the sites. Inside Climate News Coal ash is the waste left after utilities burn coal to make electricity. The Environmental Protection Agency says it can pollute waterways and groundwater and contains metals linked to cancer and other serious health effects. EPA The report comes as regulators and courts continue to weigh whether utilities can use cap-in-place closures, which leave ash where it
29 December 2025
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Copper spikes near $13,000 a ton as London catches up after holiday, tariff fears bite

Copper spikes near $13,000 a ton as London catches up after holiday, tariff fears bite

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 06:40 ET Benchmark copper on the London Metal Exchange jumped to a record $12,960 a metric ton on Monday before paring gains to $12,415, up 2.1%, by 1030 GMT, as London trading resumed after a UK holiday. Business Recorder+1 The London market raced to catch up after being shut on Friday for Britain’s Boxing Day holiday, while copper in China and the United States rallied. Business Recorder The sharp move matters for manufacturers because copper is used widely in wiring and industrial equipment and is a core input for power grids and renewable-energy infrastructure. Bloomberg.com+1
29 December 2025
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UK energy customers urged to take a year-end meter reading ahead of Jan. 1 price cap change

UK energy customers urged to take a year-end meter reading ahead of Jan. 1 price cap change

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 05:42 ET Key points Go.Compare on Monday urged British households to submit gas and electricity meter readings on Dec. 31, saying it can help prevent billing errors as the country’s energy price cap resets in January. GoCompare News The timing matters because rates on “standard variable” deals — default tariffs for customers not on a fixed-price contract — are set to change from Jan. 1. A reading near year-end helps suppliers split usage between the outgoing and incoming rates rather than relying on estimates. GoCompare News+1 The warning comes as winter energy use typically rises
29 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

Oil stocks jump on Iran risk lift for crude — what to watch before Monday

Oil stocks jump on Iran risk lift for crude — what to watch before Monday

7 February 2026
U.S. oil stocks surged Friday as crude prices rose on renewed Middle East tensions. Exxon Mobil gained 2.0%, ConocoPhillips 2.5%, and Occidental Petroleum 2.7%. Refiners rallied after a national union deal eased strike risk, though BP’s Whiting plant faces a local dispute. Brent settled at $68.05 a barrel, up 0.74%.
Silver price rebound masks fresh stress after CME lifts margins again

Silver price rebound masks fresh stress after CME lifts margins again

7 February 2026
Spot silver surged 8.6% to $77.33 an ounce Friday after dropping below $65, but still lost over 8.7% for the week. CME Group raised margin requirements for COMEX silver futures to 18% from 15%, effective after Feb. 6. China’s UBS SDIC Silver Futures Fund hit its 10% down limit for a fifth session. Traders await key U.S. jobs and inflation data next week.
Gold price near $5,000: China keeps buying as CME margin hikes raise the stakes

Gold price near $5,000: China keeps buying as CME margin hikes raise the stakes

7 February 2026
China’s central bank raised gold reserves for a 15th month in January, reaching 74.19 million ounces worth $369.58 billion. Gold prices swung sharply, hitting a record near $5,600 before dropping to $4,403.24. CME Group hiked COMEX gold futures margins to 9% after recent volatility. U.S. jobs and inflation data are due next week after a delay.
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