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Michael Burry Warns Bitcoin’s Slide Could Spark a $1 Billion Gold-and-Silver Dump as $70,000 Nears

Michael Burry Warns Bitcoin’s Slide Could Spark a $1 Billion Gold-and-Silver Dump as $70,000 Nears

Bitcoin slid over 3% to $70,052 in Asian trading Thursday, its lowest since November 2024. Michael Burry warned further declines could force institutions to sell gold and silver, with up to $1 billion in precious metals liquidated recently. Analysts cited ETF outflows and tighter liquidity as key drivers. Ether also dropped, falling to $2,086.
5 February 2026
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Glencore share price today: GLEN slips as Rio Tinto merger deadline looms

Glencore share price today: GLEN slips as Rio Tinto merger deadline looms

Glencore shares fell 1.2% in early London trading as Rio Tinto seeks more time to negotiate a takeover before Thursday’s UK deadline, sources said. Talks remain stalled over price and leadership roles, while some Rio shareholders resist paying a premium. Glencore’s plans to sell a 40% Congo copper-cobalt stake to Orion CMC and invest in Quebec have also hit delays.
5 February 2026
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London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) share price drops as buyback update lands and tariff jitters linger

LSEG share price slides again as AI fears linger — and buyback filings keep it in focus

London Stock Exchange Group shares fell 1.9% to 7,046 pence early Thursday, extending losses after an AI-driven selloff hit data and software stocks this week. LSEG disclosed it bought back nearly 291,000 shares for cancellation on Feb. 4. The stock is down about 42% from last year’s high. The FTSE 100 hit a record Wednesday, contrasting with LSEG’s slide.
5 February 2026
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Beazley share price today: BEZ holds near 1,240p as Zurich bid deadline starts to loom

Beazley share price today: BEZ holds near 1,240p as Zurich bid deadline starts to loom

Beazley shares held steady near 1,240 pence in early London trading Thursday after surging 6.9% on Zurich’s enhanced takeover offer. Zurich and Beazley have agreed in principle on a cash bid of 1,310p plus up to 25p in dividends, with a firm offer deadline set for Feb. 16. The stock remains below the bid price as investors weigh deal risks and await further developments.
5 February 2026
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HSBC share price slips in early London trade as BoE call, mortgage repricing grab attention

HSBC share price slips in early London trade as BoE call, mortgage repricing grab attention

HSBC shares slipped 0.6% to 1,300.2 pence in early London trading Thursday, retreating from recent highs ahead of the Bank of England’s rate decision. The bank will raise rates on several fixed mortgage products from Feb. 4. Sterling hit a five-month high against the euro, while European bank shares fell Wednesday despite a record STOXX 600 close.
5 February 2026
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British American Tobacco share price today: BATS slips after buyback update as earnings loom

British American Tobacco share price today: BATS slips after buyback update as earnings loom

British American Tobacco shares slipped 0.07% to 4,491 pence in early London trading Thursday after announcing another share buyback. The company repurchased 136,167 shares on Feb. 4 at a volume-weighted average price of 4,541.40 pence. Investors await the Bank of England’s rate decision Thursday and BAT’s full-year results next week.
5 February 2026
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Anglo American share price slips after copper output drop, 2026 guidance cut

Anglo American share price slips after copper output drop, 2026 guidance cut

Anglo American shares fell 0.5% in early London trading after the miner cut its 2025 copper output forecast by 10% and lowered 2026 guidance. The company signaled a possible impairment review for De Beers, which is expected to post a loss in 2025. Investors await the Feb. 20 results for details on charges in Chile and the future of the Teck Resources deal.
5 February 2026
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RELX share price steadies after AI shock selloff — what to watch before London opens

RELX share price steadies after AI shock selloff — what to watch before London opens

RELX shares fell 1.3% to 2,185p Wednesday, near a 52-week low, after a sharp sector selloff tied to new AI tools. The company continued buybacks, acquiring 431,217 shares that day. RELX plunged 14% Tuesday, its steepest drop since 1988, as investors worried AI could disrupt legal and analytics businesses. The Bank of England decision and RELX earnings next week remain in focus.
5 February 2026
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GSK stock leaps to a 25-year high on new CEO outlook — what to watch at the London open

GSK stock leaps to a 25-year high on new CEO outlook — what to watch at the London open

GSK shares surged 6.9% Wednesday to a 25-year high after reporting 2025 sales of £32.7 billion and raising its 2026 outlook. The company projects 2026 revenue growth of 3%–5% and expects core profit and earnings per share to rise 7%–9%. Investors remain cautious about slower growth and looming patent expirations. London markets await Thursday’s open for further reaction.
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SGX share price dips at week’s end after record profit; what investors watch next

SGX share price dips at week’s end after record profit; what investors watch next

7 February 2026
Singapore Exchange shares closed 0.4% lower at S$17.57 on Friday, despite reporting record half-year results and a higher dividend earlier in the week. Broker targets diverged after the update, with Maybank and DBS raising targets while Citi stayed bearish. Investors are watching for signs of momentum from derivatives and equity-market reforms as the next session opens Monday.
South32 share price drops 4% in ASX rout — what investors watch before results

South32 share price drops 4% in ASX rout — what investors watch before results

7 February 2026
South32 shares fell 4.1% to A$4.41 Friday as Australian miners dropped in the worst ASX session since April 2025. The S&P/ASX 200 lost 2%, erasing almost A$70 billion in value. South32’s half-year results and interim dividend decision are set for Feb. 12. Markets reopen Monday with investors watching for further volatility.
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