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Gold Near $4,150 as Fed Rate-Cut Bets Surge on Tame US PPI and Dovish Signals

Gold Near $4,150 as Fed Rate-Cut Bets Surge on Tame US PPI and Dovish Signals

Gold prices are back on the offensive today, 25 November 2025, after briefly stalling at the start of the week. Spot gold has traded in the $4,130–$4,175 per ounce range, not far from an intraday high above $4,140, its strongest level since 14 November, as traders ramp up bets that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in December. TradingView+2Reuters+2 At the same time, fresh US wholesale inflation data (PPI) show only moderate price pressures, reinforcing the idea that producer inflation is unlikely to derail rate cuts – a theme highlighted by Kitco’s latest gold market update. Bureau of
25 November 2025
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Experian (EXPN) Ramps Up Share Buybacks and AI Push: What Investors Need to Know on 25 November 2025

Experian (EXPN) Ramps Up Share Buybacks and AI Push: What Investors Need to Know on 25 November 2025

London, 25 November 2025 — Experian plc’s news flow today sits at the crossroads of capital returns and innovation. A fresh “Transaction in Own Shares” filing, new research on UK consumer debt and Responsible AI, plus upbeat third‑party valuation work are all reshaping how investors think about the FTSE‑100 data and technology group. Below is a detailed breakdown of today’s key Experian developments (25 November 2025), how they connect to this year’s wider share repurchase programme, and what they might mean for holders of Experian (LON: EXPN / EXPGY). Key Takeaways 1. Today’s Buyback Filing: 19,000 Shares, Higher Treasury, Same
25 November 2025
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Analog Devices (ADI) Stock Today: Earnings Day, Price Action and Key News – November 25, 2025

Analog Devices (ADI) Stock Today: Earnings Day, Price Action and Key News – November 25, 2025

Published: November 25, 2025 Quick takeaways ADI stock price snapshot ahead of Q4 2025 earnings As trading gets underway on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is squarely in the spotlight. ADI’s latest rally comes after a volatile stretch for AI and semiconductor names. A broad tech rebound on Monday — tied to renewed enthusiasm for Alphabet’s new Gemini AI model and expectations for a possible Fed rate cut in December — lifted multiple chip stocks and helped Analog Devices jump roughly 3.2% in the afternoon session. Finviz+1 At the same time, ADI still trades below its
25 November 2025
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Winter 2025 Is Rewriting the Road: How Cold Weather Is Changing Construction and Thanksgiving Travel Plans

Winter 2025 Is Rewriting the Road: How Cold Weather Is Changing Construction and Thanksgiving Travel Plans

Published November 25, 2025 As the U.S. and Canada head into the heart of the 2025–26 winter season, a familiar pattern is emerging on the roads: construction zones are shrinking just as travel volumes and winter storms ramp up. From Indianapolis to the Canadian prairies and the mountain passes of New Mexico and Montana, transportation officials and local businesses are racing the weather—and the calendar—to keep people moving safely in one of the busiest travel weeks of the year. WRTV Indianapolis+2Meyka+2 Fewer Orange Cones, More Drivers: Indiana Eases Lane Closures for the Holidays In Indianapolis, the seasonal pivot from construction
25 November 2025
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UK Households Urged to Follow 4pm ‘Curtain and Window’ Rule as Energy Firms Warn of Higher Winter Bills – 25 November 2025

UK Households Urged to Follow 4pm ‘Curtain and Window’ Rule as Energy Firms Warn of Higher Winter Bills – 25 November 2025

As temperatures drop and sunset creeps towards 4pm, millions of UK households are being urged to close windows and draw curtains earlier in the afternoon – or risk paying more than they expect for winter energy bills. In the last few days, Octopus Energy, British Gas, and consumer champion Martin Lewis have all been linked to fresh advice about a so‑called “4pm rule” and the “right time” to use your curtains and windows to trap heat. Coverage in outlets including the Mirror, BirminghamLive (syndicated via Yahoo News) and the Daily Record has pushed these tips into the spotlight just as
25 November 2025
Progressive CIO Steven Broz Sells $307K in PGR Stock as Insiders Offload $24 Million: What It Means for Investors

Progressive CIO Steven Broz Sells $307K in PGR Stock as Insiders Offload $24 Million: What It Means for Investors

Progressive Corporation’s Chief Information Officer Steven Broz has sold $307,000 in PGR stock under a 10b5‑1 trading plan, extending a year-long insider selling trend totaling about US$24 million. Here’s what the latest Form 4 filing and Progressive’s fundamentals mean for investors watching PGR. The latest trade: 1,345 shares sold for $307,050 According to the most recent SEC Form 4 filing, Steven Broz, Chief Information Officer of Progressive Corp, sold 1,345 common shares on November 21, 2025, at an average price of $228.29 per share. The transaction value comes to approximately $307,050. Investing.com After this disposal, Broz’s direct ownership stands at
25 November 2025
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Georgia Power Data Center Plan Could Push Bills Higher and Bring New Power Lines Through Homes, Regulators Warn

Georgia Power Data Center Plan Could Push Bills Higher and Bring New Power Lines Through Homes, Regulators Warn

ATLANTA — November 25, 2025 Georgia’s quiet power grid fight just turned into a kitchen‑table issue. In the space of a few days, staff for the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) have warned that Georgia Power’s massive plan to feed a wave of new data centers could add around $20 a month to typical household electric bills, while a separate project for new high‑voltage transmission lines could cut across more than 300 properties — including dozens of homes that may have to be removed. yahoo.com+3AJC+3Georgia Public Broadcasting+3 At the same time, clean‑air advocates are sounding alarms that leaning on fossil‑fuel
25 November 2025
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U.S. Bank Accelerates Expansion in the Southeast and California With New Bankers and Compton Branch Opening

U.S. Bank Accelerates Expansion in the Southeast and California With New Bankers and Compton Branch Opening

Published: November 25, 2025 U.S. Bank is pushing ahead with an aggressive growth plan on two fronts: hiring new business bankers across the U.S. Southeast and opening a flagship branch in Compton, California. Together, the moves signal how the nation’s fifth‑largest commercial bank is leaning into high‑growth regions while doubling down on small‑business lending and community‑focused branches. Banking Dive+1 U.S. Bank hires up for Southeast growth A day after news broke that U.S. Bank would significantly boost its banker headcount in the Southeast, details of the strategy are coming into sharper focus. According to an interview with Banking Dive’s Caitlin
25 November 2025
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Economic Calendar Today, Nov. 25, 2025: Industrial Production Revision, Dallas Fed Slump and Treasury Auctions After a Quiet Asia Session

Economic Calendar Today, Nov. 25, 2025: Industrial Production Revision, Dallas Fed Slump and Treasury Auctions After a Quiet Asia Session

Published: November 25, 2025 Global markets are digesting a deceptively busy Monday in the United States and an unusually quiet Tuesday in Asia, as traders position for year‑end and the next Federal Reserve meeting. On Monday, November 24, 2025, attention centered on the Federal Reserve’s annual revision to industrial production and capacity utilization, a weak Dallas Fed manufacturing survey, and a trio of short‑dated U.S. Treasury auctions.Investing.com+2Federal Reserve+2 By early Tuesday in Asia (November 25), the data calendar had largely dried up, with only a strong South Korean consumer confidence reading on the board and little else on the regional
25 November 2025
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Mortgage & Refinance Rates Today, November 25, 2025: 30‑Year Fixed Near 2025 Lows as Borrowers Get a New Window

Mortgage & Refinance Rates Today, November 25, 2025: 30‑Year Fixed Near 2025 Lows as Borrowers Get a New Window

Mortgage rates are hovering just above 6% today, opening a rare opportunity for both homebuyers and refinance shoppers compared with the 7–8% levels of the past two years. Snapshot: Today’s Average Mortgage Rates (U.S. National Averages) Most major surveys now cluster around the same story: a 30‑year fixed mortgage is sitting a little above 6%, with shorter terms notably lower. Across several national trackers for November 25, 2025: Some outlets go even further: Norada Real Estate, summarizing lender data, says the 30‑year fixed has touched an annual low near 6.06% today, framing it as a “golden window” for buyers. Norada
25 November 2025
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US PPI Rises 0.3% in September as Energy Costs Jump: What the Delayed Inflation Report Means for the Fed on November 25, 2025

US PPI Rises 0.3% in September as Energy Costs Jump: What the Delayed Inflation Report Means for the Fed on November 25, 2025

The long-delayed September 2025 US Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 0.3%, driven by higher energy costs, while core wholesale inflation stayed tame. Here’s what today’s report means for the Federal Reserve, markets, and the broader inflation outlook. Headline numbers: wholesale inflation heats up, but not too much The US government finally released its shutdown-delayed September Producer Price Index (PPI) this morning, giving investors and policymakers a fresh – if somewhat stale – look at wholesale inflation trends. According to the Labor Department’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the PPI for final demand rose 0.3% in September, seasonally adjusted, after a
25 November 2025
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Meta Stock Today: AI Chip Deal Drama, New Price Targets and a 30% Upside Case for META on November 25, 2025

Meta Stock Today: AI Chip Deal Drama, New Price Targets and a 30% Upside Case for META on November 25, 2025

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) has become the center of the AI stock story again. On November 25, 2025, the social-media giant is in the headlines for three big reasons: fresh analyst calls, a potential multi‑billion‑dollar chip deal with Google that shakes up Nvidia, and a growing debate over whether Meta’s massive AI spending is a “gift” to long‑term investors or a serious margin risk. Reuters+2Seeking Alpha+2 Below is a breakdown of where Meta stock stands today, what the latest research is saying (including the pieces you linked), and how the new Google chip talks could change the AI landscape. Where
25 November 2025
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Ashtead share price in focus as buyback rolls on and NYSE switch clocks closer

Ashtead share price in focus as buyback rolls on and NYSE switch clocks closer

7 February 2026
Ashtead shares closed Friday at 4,936p, up 1.09%, after the company bought 88,872 shares under its repurchase program. The group is set to shift its primary listing to New York on March 2, pending court approval, and will be removed from the FTSE UK index the same day. Ashtead paid a half-year dividend of 37.5 U.S. cents per share on Friday.
Beazley share price: big funds reshuffle stakes as Zurich bid deadline nears

Beazley share price: big funds reshuffle stakes as Zurich bid deadline nears

7 February 2026
Beazley shares closed flat at 1,236 pence Friday as BlackRock disclosed a 6.55% stake and Vanguard reported 5.02%. Wellington Management cut its holding below 5%. The disclosures follow Zurich Insurance’s possible takeover offer of up to 1,335 pence per share, with a Feb. 16 deadline for a firm bid.
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