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Investment News 5 November 2025 - 7 November 2025

Gold Soars Past $4,000 for the First Time – Inside the Historic Rally and What’s Next

Gold Price Today (7 November 2025): Spot Gold Holds Above $4,000 as Dollar Softens — Outlook & Key Drivers

Dateline: Friday, 7 November 2025 Quick take: Gold hovered around the $4,000/oz mark today as a softer U.S. dollar, weak private‑sector jobs signals, slumping U.S. consumer sentiment and ongoing government‑shutdown jitters supported safe‑haven demand. Traders still price roughly two‑in‑three odds of another Fed rate cut in December, keeping bullion’s floor intact for now. Reuters+1 Today’s gold price at a glance What moved prices today Market color: physical demand & regional cues The bigger picture: what’s been powering gold in 2025 Today’s macro drivers in detail Gold price forecast — near term (next 1–2 weeks) Baseline (range‑bound):$3,950–$4,100With the dollar soft and
7 November 2025
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$100B in Crypto? How Digital Asset Treasury (DAT) Stocks Became the Hottest Trend in Finance

Bitcoin Price Today (Nov. 7, 2025): BTC Reclaims ~$103K as U.S. Spot ETF Inflows Resume — Outlook, Key Levels, and What Could Move the Market Next

Published: November 7, 2025 — No charts, no images Quick Take Bitcoin Price Today — 7 November 2025 As of publication, BTC/USD is near $103.4K, recovering from a sub‑$100K dip earlier in the week. Today’s session has seen a $4.5K trough‑to‑peak range, with buyers defending the $100K psychological level for now. For perspective, Bitcoin set a new record above $125K on Oct. 5 before retracing; volatility remains elevated as the market processes shifting liquidity and macro signals. Reuters What’s Moving BTC Right Now (Nov. 7) Key Levels to Watch Short-Term Bitcoin Forecast (Next 24–72 Hours) Base case (neutral‑to‑slightly‑positive):If $100K continues
7 November 2025
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Petrobras (PBR) jumps on Q3 results, R$12.16bn dividend and faster capex — Today, 7 November 2025

Petrobras (PBR) jumps on Q3 results, R$12.16bn dividend and faster capex — Today, 7 November 2025

Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (Petrobras) shares are higher today after the company’s third‑quarter print, a fresh dividend announcement and upbeat commentary on its 2025 investment pace. By 19:25 UTC, U.S.-listed PBR ADRs traded around $12.71 (≈+4.7% on the day) and PBR.A near $11.92 (≈+3.0%). Brazilian preferreds PETR4 were also firmer in São Paulo around midday, at R$31.90 (≈+2.7%). InfoMoney Key takeaways What moved Petrobras stock today 1) Dividend details investors needed Petrobras’ board approved R$12.16bn in interim dividends for 2025, equal to R$0.94320755 per share for both common and preferred stock. Payments will be split into two tranches (Feb 20 and
7 November 2025
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Brighthouse Financial (BHF) to Be Acquired by Aquarian Capital for $4.1B at $70/Share; Stock Jumps — Nov. 6, 2025

Brighthouse Financial (BHF) to Be Acquired by Aquarian Capital for $4.1B at $70/Share; Stock Jumps — Nov. 6, 2025

Brighthouse Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: BHF) said this morning it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Aquarian Capital in an all‑cash deal valuing the company at approximately $4.1 billion, or $70.00 per share. The transaction would take the U.S. life insurer and annuity provider private and is expected to close in 2026, pending shareholder and regulatory approvals. Business Wire Key takeaways Deal details and timeline Under the definitive merger agreement, Aquarian will acquire all outstanding BHF common shares for $70 in cash. Preferred stock will remain outstanding with the same terms and dividends, and outstanding junior subordinated
6 November 2025
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Schwab to Acquire Forge Global in $660 Million All‑Cash Deal, Accelerating the Race to Retail Access for Private Shares (Nov. 6, 2025)

Schwab to Acquire Forge Global in $660 Million All‑Cash Deal, Accelerating the Race to Retail Access for Private Shares (Nov. 6, 2025)

The deal at a glance Schwab will acquire all of Forge’s issued and outstanding common shares for $45 in cash per share. The companies expect to close in the first half of 2026, subject to customary approvals. Forge’s two largest shareholders—Motive Capital and Deutsche Börse—have signed support agreements backing the transaction. Business Wire According to the announcement, Forge operates a marketplace and associated infrastructure that has facilitated more than $17 billion in trades of private‑company shares. Schwab scheduled a webcast at 8:30 a.m. ET today to discuss the transaction. Business Wire Why it matters Private companies—from AI leaders to space and
6 November 2025
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Ripple Says ‘No IPO’ — $40B Valuation, $500M Round, and Mastercard RLUSD Pilot Define Its 2026 Game Plan (Nov. 6, 2025)

Ripple Says ‘No IPO’ — $40B Valuation, $500M Round, and Mastercard RLUSD Pilot Define Its 2026 Game Plan (Nov. 6, 2025)

NEW YORK — Ripple is shutting the IPO window for now. At the company’s Swell conference this week, President Monica Long said there is “no plan, no timeline” to take Ripple public, even as the firm locks in fresh capital, expands payments with its RLUSD stablecoin, and steps up acquisitions. Bloomberg What’s new today Why Ripple is skipping an IPO for now Ripple says it doesn’t need public-market capital to fund growth, pointing instead to a strengthening balance sheet and investor demand in private markets. Long’s “no plan, no timeline” stance underscores a private‑first strategy while the company focuses on
6 November 2025
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China Stocks Today (Nov 6, 2025): Shanghai Reclaims 4,000; CSI 300 +1.4%, Hang Seng +2.1% as Chip & AI Shares Lead

Published: November 6, 2025 Summary: Mainland Chinese equities advanced for a second session, with the Shanghai Composite closing back above 4,000 and the CSI 300 up 1.43%, led by semiconductors and AI-linked names. In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index jumped 2.12% as broader risk appetite improved despite weak debuts from high‑profile autonomous‑driving IPOs. Policy support chatter also underpinned sentiment. Xinhua News+3Reuters+3Reuters+3 Key market moves at the close What drove the rally 1) Tech self‑sufficiency theme back in focus.Investors rotated into semiconductors and AI‑related shares after headlines and strategist commentary pointed to continued support for China’s homegrown tech stack. That
6 November 2025
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XRP Whales Spark $500M Crypto Shakeout as Price Crashes – Will Ripple’s Token Soar Next?

XRP Today (Nov. 6, 2025): Ripple lands $500M at $40B valuation, pilots Mastercard stablecoin settlement, and ETF filings gather steam

XRP kicked off Thursday on a stronger footing as Ripple unveiled a mammoth funding round and a headline partnership with Mastercard—two catalysts that put institutional adoption back at the center of the XRP story. Key takeaways What happened today — and why it matters 1) Ripple’s $500M raise puts traditional finance on notice Ripple confirmed a $500 million strategic investment led by Fortress Investment Group and Citadel Securities, valuing the company at $40 billion. The raise follows a year of expansion into stablecoins, custody, and prime brokerage—and it underlines deepening Wall Street participation in crypto infrastructure. Reuters+1 Why it matters
6 November 2025
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Morocco’s €3.7bn produce surge and blueberry boom; Qatar’s Qatari Diar unveils $29.7bn Egypt coast megaproject — Nov 6, 2025

Morocco’s €3.7bn produce surge and blueberry boom; Qatar’s Qatari Diar unveils $29.7bn Egypt coast megaproject — Nov 6, 2025

Updated: November 6, 2025 At a glance Morocco’s produce exports are now a €3.7bn Mediterranean force Morocco’s fruit and vegetable exports across the Mediterranean were valued at €3.7 billion, underlining how the country has shifted from drought recovery to regional powerhouse. Citing Italiafruit data, Morocco World News reports that export volumes rose 120% and values increased fivefold between 2005 and 2023. Tomatoes remain a “true pillar” of the basket—around 600,000 tons—while berries and avocados have gathered pace. Main buyers remain France and Spain (about 49% of shipments) and the UK/Netherlands (about 29%), with North America (U.S. and Canada) primarily taking
6 November 2025
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Dutch Bros (BROS) beats Q3 2025, raises full‑year sales outlook to $1.61B–$1.615B — Stock moves today (Nov. 5, 2025)

Dutch Bros (BROS) beats Q3 2025, raises full‑year sales outlook to $1.61B–$1.615B — Stock moves today (Nov. 5, 2025)

Key takeaways (today): Revenue +25% YoY to $423.6M; adjusted EPS $0.19 vs. ~$0.17 expected; system same‑shop sales +5.7%; FY25 revenue outlook lifted; 160 shop openings targeted in 2025 and ~175 in 2026. Business Wire+2Yahoo Finance+2 What happened today Dutch Bros (NYSE: BROS) reported third‑quarter 2025 results after the bell, delivering 25% year‑over‑year revenue growth to $423.6 million and systemwide same‑shop sales up 5.7% (company‑operated +7.4%). Management said this marked the fifth consecutive quarter of positive transaction growth and noted systemwide AUVs at record highs. Business Wire The company raised full‑year 2025 revenue guidance to $1.61B–$1.615B (from the prior $1.59B–$1.60B range
5 November 2025
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Lumentum Stock Skyrockets on AI Boom – Record Sales & Bold Forecast

Lumentum Stock Skyrockets on AI Boom – Record Sales & Bold Forecast

Recent News: Earnings Spark Rally Lumentum’s San Jose headquarters. The company’s stock jumped after it announced record quarterly revenue and upbeat guidance, fueled by surging demand from AI data centers. Lumentum made headlines on November 4–5, 2025 with a stellar earnings report that ignited its stock. The firm announced Q1 FY2026 (quarter ended Sep 27, 2025) results featuring record-high sales of $533.8 million – about 58% higher than a year ago simplywall.st and even slightly above Wall Street’s consensus (FactSet had ~$526M) marketscreener.com. This top-line feat, the largest quarterly revenue in Lumentum’s 10-year history optics.org, was driven by unprecedented demand
5 November 2025
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SMX (Security Matters) PLC Stock Rockets on Supply Chain Tech Breakthroughs – Can the 2025 Comeback Last?

SMX (Security Matters) PLC Stock Rockets on Supply Chain Tech Breakthroughs – Can the 2025 Comeback Last?

Figure: SMX’s technology bridges physical materials with digital records. The company’s platform “embeds encrypted identifiers into a wide range of materials, including plastics, metals, and liquids,” linking each product to a tamper-proof digital “passport” that verifies its entire lifecycle stocktwits.com stocktwits.com. This novel approach aims to convert trust and transparency into tangible value – for example, by proving recycled content or ethical sourcing, companies can potentially secure better financing terms and brand premiums accessnewswire.com accessnewswire.com. Comparative Context: SMX operates in a niche intersection of blockchain, materials science, and supply chain management. Unlike traditional track-and-trace solutions (e.g. RFID tags or QR
5 November 2025
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