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Bitcoin breaks $96,000 as U.S. crypto regulation bill and softer inflation data lift prices

Bitcoin breaks $96,000 as U.S. crypto regulation bill and softer inflation data lift prices

Bitcoin rose 3.6% to nearly $96,876 as ether and XRP also advanced ahead of a Senate Banking Committee debate on crypto regulation. U.S. senators introduced a draft bill that would clarify oversight of digital assets and restrict stablecoin interest payouts. December CPI data showed core inflation up 0.2% for the month. The Federal Reserve is expected to pause rate hikes at its next meeting.
14 January 2026
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UEC stock jumps nearly 11% as uranium supply squeeze talk returns — and a Feb. 27 vote looms

UEC stock jumps nearly 11% as uranium supply squeeze talk returns — and a Feb. 27 vote looms

Uranium Energy Corp shares jumped 10.8% to $17.23 Wednesday, outpacing sector gains as traders responded to tightening U.S. uranium supply. Anfield Energy disclosed a $4 million subscription receipt purchase by a Uranium Energy unit, pending shareholder approval by Feb. 27. U.S. uranium mine output is projected at 1 million pounds this year, far below annual consumption of over 50 million pounds, according to Reuters.
14 January 2026
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Nvidia stock falls as China blocks H200 AI chips despite U.S. export approval

Nvidia stock falls as China blocks H200 AI chips despite U.S. export approval

Nvidia shares fell 2.2% to $181.77 after reports that China blocked imports of its H200 AI chip, despite a recent U.S. export approval. Chinese officials warned domestic tech firms against buying the chips, while exemptions for research use are under discussion. The move drew criticism in Washington and rattled chip sector stocks. Investors are watching for further signals from Beijing and Nvidia’s Feb. 25 results.
14 January 2026
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Silver price breaks $90 and SLV jumps in New York: what silver-stock traders watch next

Silver price breaks $90 and SLV jumps in New York: what silver-stock traders watch next

Spot silver surged past $90 an ounce for the first time, jumping 5.6% to $91.80 by late morning in New York. iShares Silver Trust rose 5.4%, while Hecla Mining slipped 1.9%. Gold and copper also hit record highs as weaker U.S. inflation data fueled bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts. Treasury yields and the dollar fell after delayed retail and producer price data.
14 January 2026
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Structure Therapeutics stock jumps as Novo deal talk lifts obesity-drug names

Structure Therapeutics stock jumps as Novo deal talk lifts obesity-drug names

Structure Therapeutics (GPCR) shares surged 7.5% to $83.76 Wednesday on over 1 million shares traded, fueled by buyout speculation and renewed interest in oral obesity drugs. Novo Nordisk executives signaled openness to acquisitions, while Structure reported Phase 2b data showing its oral GLP-1 drug aleniglipron led to 11.3% placebo-adjusted weight loss at 36 weeks. Viking Therapeutics and Terns Pharmaceuticals also rose sharply.
14 January 2026
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EQT slides as U.S. natural gas futures sink on LNG feedgas drop

EQT slides as U.S. natural gas futures sink on LNG feedgas drop

EQT shares fell about 3% to $50.03 Wednesday after U.S. natural gas futures slid 6.7% to $3.189/mmBtu, pressured by reduced LNG feedgas flows in Texas. Antero and Range also declined, while Coterra edged higher. Waha Hub cash prices in West Texas stayed below zero due to pipeline bottlenecks. Traders await Thursday’s U.S. storage report as colder weather is forecast next week.
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Bitcoin price jumps near $97,000 as Senate crypto bill and Fed rate bets lift Coinbase, Strategy stocks

Bitcoin price jumps near $97,000 as Senate crypto bill and Fed rate bets lift Coinbase, Strategy stocks

Bitcoin rose 3.5% to $96,839 Wednesday, lifting U.S.-listed crypto stocks in New York trading. U.S. inflation data showed CPI up 0.3% in December and 2.7% year over year. Senators introduced draft legislation on crypto regulation as spot bitcoin ETFs saw $753.8 million in net inflows Tuesday. U.S. stocks dipped and Treasury yields slipped after retail sales and producer price data.
14 January 2026
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Infosys stock jumps nearly 9% after INFY lifts FY26 outlook — what investors watch next

Infosys stock jumps nearly 9% after INFY lifts FY26 outlook — what investors watch next

Infosys’ U.S. shares jumped 8.9% to $19.08 after the company raised its fiscal 2026 revenue growth outlook to 3.0%-3.5% and reported $5.099 billion in quarterly revenue. Net profit in India fell 2.2% due to a one-time charge. Large deal wins totaled $4.8 billion. Bank of America raised its price target to $20.50, citing stronger growth in key sectors.
14 January 2026
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Gold price today: record above $4,600 lifts GLD stock as Fed cut bets grow

Gold price today: record above $4,600 lifts GLD stock as Fed cut bets grow

Spot gold hit a record $4,641.40 an ounce Wednesday, with silver also reaching a new high at $92.23, as traders bet on U.S. rate cuts after inflation data. The core Consumer Price Index rose 0.2% in December and 2.6% year-over-year. Retail sales and producer prices both rose more than expected. The Federal Reserve is expected to hold rates steady at its Jan. 27-28 meeting.
14 January 2026
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Terns Pharmaceuticals stock jumps 10% as JPM conference puts TERN-701 back on the map

Terns Pharmaceuticals stock jumps 10% as JPM conference puts TERN-701 back on the map

Terns Pharmaceuticals shares rose 10.4% to $38.03 by midday Wednesday after the company announced 2026 targets for its chronic myeloid leukemia drug at the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference. The company plans a pivotal dose selection and an FDA meeting by mid-2026, following early trial data showing a 75% major molecular response at 24 weeks. Investors are watching for longer-term results and regulatory milestones.
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RELX share price slides again on AI worries; what to watch ahead of Feb 12 results

RELX share price slides again on AI worries; what to watch ahead of Feb 12 results

8 February 2026
RELX shares fell 4.6% to 2,145p on Friday, near a 52-week low, despite the FTSE 100 closing higher. The company disclosed a new buyback of 465,361 shares on Feb. 6 and has repurchased over 8.8 million shares since Jan. 2. Investors await RELX’s full-year 2025 results on Feb. 12 amid concerns over AI’s impact on its core business.
Glencore shares steady after Rio walks away — what to watch before Monday’s trade

Glencore shares steady after Rio walks away — what to watch before Monday’s trade

8 February 2026
Glencore shares closed up 0.6% at 478.10 pence Friday after Rio Tinto ended merger talks, issuing a “no intention to bid” statement. Glencore’s board rejected the proposed deal terms, citing concerns over valuation and governance. Attention now turns to possible asset sales, including its $5 billion Kazzinc stake, ahead of Glencore’s annual results on Feb. 18.
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