On Friday afternoon, 93 actions involving nearly 4,000 people and 900 farm vehicles were recorded. Agricultural representatives met with Matignon to discuss nodular dermatosis and the EU-Mercosur agreement.
US stock markets maintain bullish momentum, supported by Goldman Sachs and Citadel Securities. Nike faces a fourth consecutive annual decline.
DraftKings launched a new app allowing clients to trade contracts on sports and financial events via prediction markets, according to Bloomberg.
The Trump administration signed deals with nine pharmaceutical companies on Friday, offering a three-year reprieve on threatened tariffs in exchange for lower prices on certain drugs in the USA.
A shareholder is suing FAT Brands Inc., owner of Fatburger, alleging the company hid the extent of its debt as its stock hit a multi-year low.
The Trump administration finalized deals with nine major pharmaceutical companies to lower drug prices, increase US investment, and strengthen the US strategic reserve.
New York State offers $300 million for port improvements, signaling support for the American offshore wind industry.
The UK, initially planning this with Australia, Canada, and the EU, has decided against using these frozen Russian funds.
Julie Hyman and Brad Genser discuss 2026 investment mistakes, including the AI bubble and private markets. A Chainalysis report shows $3.4 billion in crypto losses for 2025, with $2.02 billion stolen by North Korean hackers.
Latin American currencies advanced, led by the Colombian peso, as investors anticipate the central bank holding interest rates steady at its final meeting of the year.
Yale and the University of Pennsylvania are developing new loan programs for graduate students in response to federal borrowing restrictions.
This restructuring aims to create synergies with other media entities of the Bolloré group, potentially impacting one-third of positions.
Elliott Investment Management secured a court order to liquidate an oil and gas fund amid a dispute with a Texas-based private equity firm.
The US Treasury has authorized certain transactions involving Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA), easing prior restrictions. This decision could influence the global oil market.
The European Commission has eased the ban on combustion engines, but the auto industry faces criticism for its lack of initiative amidst these changes.
Ben Hunt, founder of Perscient, explains how narratives and stories influence financial markets and social behavior, using information theory and unstructured data analysis.
Despite reaching records, U.S. stock indexes underperformed global markets in 2025. Michael Msika analyzes this trend and the outlook for 2026.
Rising health and auto insurance costs are fueling the US affordability crisis. Bloomberg experts analyze economic and political implications, including for the midterm elections.
Argentina significantly increased its renewable energy share, from nearly zero to almost 18% of its electricity in a decade, overcoming investment challenges.
Brian Hartigan of Invesco discusses ETF market competition, fee wars, innovation, and managing $800 billion in assets, including QQQ's success and smart-beta ETF appeal.
Analysis of the "buy now, pay later" phenomenon and the $Trump memecoin, launched before the 2025 inauguration, which generated millions for the Trump team but losses for many investors.
Merryn Somerset Webb and John Stepek analyse a strong global stock market year, with remarkable performance from stocks, gold, and silver. They examine if 2025 rotations could continue in 2026.
Jamieson Greer discusses USMCA, China, and TikTok. Ohsung Kwon shares bullish 2026 forecasts. Heidi Crebo-Rediker covers the EU's 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine. Anastasia Amoroso defends AI investment.
This video explores the growing peptide market, amino acids used in treatments like Ozempic and Wegovy, originating from China despite lacking US regulatory approval.
Strategists from Allspring Global, UBS, Bank of America, and HSBC discuss AI spending's impact on bond markets and economic data.
Ukraine targeted the Russia-linked tanker Qendil with drones in the Mediterranean on December 19, 2025, marking the first attack on the ghost fleet outside the Black Sea.
All Iron Socimi's revenues rose 32% and EBITDA 37% to 5.3 million euros. Revenue margin increased to 69% in the first nine months.
Starting in 2026, employees of the Spanish supermarket chain will receive 37 annual leave days, plus a bonus equivalent to one month's salary.
On December 19, 2025, Alicia Levine, Win Thin, Katy Kaminski, and Lisa Mateo analyze markets, 2026 outlooks, monetary policy divergence, and economic news.
Starting in January, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will consist solely of Republican commissioners, marking a leadership change.
The Trump administration is considering restricting the diversity visa program after a suspect linked to an attack at Brown University was associated with it, continuing immigration restrictions.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has revised its weekly export sales reporting schedule following the federal agency shutdown ordered by President Donald Trump.
The EU Council approved a negotiating position for a digital euro, incorporating online and offline capabilities, differing from the European Parliament's initial proposals focused solely on offline use.
Other board members' salaries will also be cut as the audit watchdog approves a leaner 2026 budget.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) awarded over $1.8 million to two whistleblowers. Their contributions were essential in resolving cases of defrauded investors.
Former Disney strategist Kevin Mayer believes Paramount Skydance Corp. will increase its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. and win the high-profile takeover battle.
The US Army Corps of Engineers released an environmental impact statement, recommending the Dakota Access Pipeline continue operations under certain conditions.
A change in German law allows Uniper to resume dividend payments, facilitating the federal government's sale of its majority stake in the energy group.
Germany passed a law Friday allowing Uniper to resume dividend payments, removing a major hurdle to the bailed-out utility's relisting.
Bloomberg's Matt Miller and Dani Burger discuss the US market. Goldman Sachs and Citadel Securities join bulls. Nike faces a fourth annual decline. TikTok is acquired by an Oracle-led group for a US joint venture.
US consumer sentiment rose in December, while median home prices reached a record high in November. Sony acquired a majority stake in the Peanuts brand for $450 million.
Citadel's flagship fund, led by Ken Griffin, saw its weakest annual performance since 2018, gaining 9.3% by December 18, following disappointing natural gas bets.
The Swiss market closed in positive territory Friday, erasing earlier losses thanks to a stock rally in the final hour of trading.
The French executive failed to obtain a temporary block of the Asian giant Shein's website from judges and has decided to appeal this decision.
The conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo has caused over 84,000 refugees to arrive in Burundi this month, according to the UN refugee agency, highlighting the country's overwhelmed response capacity.
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer states Nvidia's H200 chip exports to China are separate from US-China trade relations, also addressing tariffs and TikTok.
Saudi Arabia, the world's largest exporter, will increase its crude oil deliveries to global customers, including the USA and Asia, starting in early 2026, despite concerns about oversupply.
Colombia's central bank held its key rate at 9.25%, a divided decision, as peso strength helps curb inflationary pressures.
Twelve financial institutions borrowed $3.047 billion in the Federal Reserve's reverse repo operation, reflecting money market liquidity management.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced Friday that Lebanon submitted a comprehensive legal framework for deposit recovery and financial deficit management.
Despite a last-minute agreement by the Bundestag and Bundesrat on a hospital savings plan, millions of insured individuals will face contribution increases.
Icade finalized the sale of an iconic property on Paris's Champs-Élysées for 402 million euros, reinforcing the group's divestment strategy.
Marseille-based company JOTT, in a state of insolvency, has been granted a period to restructure its operations and attempt financial recovery.
A report shows the initial EU Entry/Exit System (EES) deployment is causing significant delays, with passengers waiting up to three hours at airports due to operational issues.
JP Morgan reaffirms its confidence in Nokia stock by reiterating its 'overweight' recommendation, signaling a positive outlook for the telecommunications company.
Publisher HarperCollins announced it will no longer publish new children's books by author David Walliams, following allegations of misconduct towards women.
SSP Group, a catering group in recovery, sees directors buying shares, signaling confidence in its £30m cost-saving plan.
Gabon initiates an audit of its mining contracts to strengthen governance, as part of discussions with the IMF for a new loan program.
Cerebras Systems, an AI chip company, is preparing to file for its IPO in the United States. Abu Dhabi-based G42 is no longer listed as an investor.
The SEC finalized sanctions against former FTX executives Caroline Ellison and Zixiao Wang for their role in the fraud. Ellison is banned from officer roles for a decade.
Analysts anticipate robust growth for Alphabet (GOOGL) over the next five years, driven by key factors expected to boost its performance.
During his year-end press conference, President Putin reiterated his usual demands towards Ukraine, including a potential electoral truce.
Russian President Vladimir Putin sharply criticized the European Union's intention to use frozen Russian assets, calling the move 'theft' and warning the 27 member states.
Canal+ has reached an agreement with French tax authorities to settle a VAT dispute, agreeing to pay €363 million. This settlement concludes a lengthy procedure.
Walmart drivers Leslie Scott and Michelle Salikie haul goods from Washington to Alaska. Bloomberg explains Walmart's strategy to train drivers amid a US trucker shortage.
Former TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer says a majority US ownership plan for the platform benefits users, preserving interoperability and addressing national security concerns. He discusses the deal and media landscape.
The Justice Department struggled to prosecute those accused of assaulting federal officers during protests against President Donald Trump's immigration policies, an Associated Press investigation found.
JAB Insurance is nearing the completion of its acquisition of Utmost Group's UK life and pensions business, backed by Oaktree.
The Bank of Japan raised its rates, but the economic impact was not as anticipated. WDP saw a significant increase in its share price.
Coinbase sued three US states to clarify the regulatory framework for its predictive markets offering, seeking better legal definition.
European fintech SumUp's advisors recommended a local IPO, ruling out the US as a potential venue, according to sources close to the matter.
Baker Hughes' US rig count dropped to 542 from 548, signaling reduced oil and gas drilling activity.
Baker Hughes' US active oil rig count dropped to 406 from 414, signaling reduced oil drilling activity in the country.
European stocks ended the week in positive territory, with several markets reaching new highs. Investors reacted to central bank rate decisions and expectations of monetary easing from the Federal Reserve.
Investors anticipate the release of US GDP next week, a key economic indicator for assessing the health of the US economy.
On Friday afternoon, 93 actions involving nearly 4,000 people and 900 farm vehicles were recorded. Agricultural representatives met with Matignon to discuss nodular dermatosis and the EU-Mercosur agreement.
US stock markets maintain bullish momentum, supported by Goldman Sachs and Citadel Securities. Nike faces a fourth consecutive annual decline.
DraftKings launched a new app allowing clients to trade contracts on sports and financial events via prediction markets, according to Bloomberg.
The Trump administration signed deals with nine pharmaceutical companies on Friday, offering a three-year reprieve on threatened tariffs in exchange for lower prices on certain drugs in the USA.
A shareholder is suing FAT Brands Inc., owner of Fatburger, alleging the company hid the extent of its debt as its stock hit a multi-year low.
The Trump administration finalized deals with nine major pharmaceutical companies to lower drug prices, increase US investment, and strengthen the US strategic reserve.
New York State offers $300 million for port improvements, signaling support for the American offshore wind industry.
The UK, initially planning this with Australia, Canada, and the EU, has decided against using these frozen Russian funds.
Julie Hyman and Brad Genser discuss 2026 investment mistakes, including the AI bubble and private markets. A Chainalysis report shows $3.4 billion in crypto losses for 2025, with $2.02 billion stolen by North Korean hackers.
Latin American currencies advanced, led by the Colombian peso, as investors anticipate the central bank holding interest rates steady at its final meeting of the year.
Yale and the University of Pennsylvania are developing new loan programs for graduate students in response to federal borrowing restrictions.
This restructuring aims to create synergies with other media entities of the Bolloré group, potentially impacting one-third of positions.
Elliott Investment Management secured a court order to liquidate an oil and gas fund amid a dispute with a Texas-based private equity firm.
The US Treasury has authorized certain transactions involving Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA), easing prior restrictions. This decision could influence the global oil market.
The European Commission has eased the ban on combustion engines, but the auto industry faces criticism for its lack of initiative amidst these changes.
Ben Hunt, founder of Perscient, explains how narratives and stories influence financial markets and social behavior, using information theory and unstructured data analysis.
Despite reaching records, U.S. stock indexes underperformed global markets in 2025. Michael Msika analyzes this trend and the outlook for 2026.
Rising health and auto insurance costs are fueling the US affordability crisis. Bloomberg experts analyze economic and political implications, including for the midterm elections.
Argentina significantly increased its renewable energy share, from nearly zero to almost 18% of its electricity in a decade, overcoming investment challenges.
Brian Hartigan of Invesco discusses ETF market competition, fee wars, innovation, and managing $800 billion in assets, including QQQ's success and smart-beta ETF appeal.
Analysis of the "buy now, pay later" phenomenon and the $Trump memecoin, launched before the 2025 inauguration, which generated millions for the Trump team but losses for many investors.
Merryn Somerset Webb and John Stepek analyse a strong global stock market year, with remarkable performance from stocks, gold, and silver. They examine if 2025 rotations could continue in 2026.
Jamieson Greer discusses USMCA, China, and TikTok. Ohsung Kwon shares bullish 2026 forecasts. Heidi Crebo-Rediker covers the EU's 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine. Anastasia Amoroso defends AI investment.
This video explores the growing peptide market, amino acids used in treatments like Ozempic and Wegovy, originating from China despite lacking US regulatory approval.
Strategists from Allspring Global, UBS, Bank of America, and HSBC discuss AI spending's impact on bond markets and economic data.
Ukraine targeted the Russia-linked tanker Qendil with drones in the Mediterranean on December 19, 2025, marking the first attack on the ghost fleet outside the Black Sea.
All Iron Socimi's revenues rose 32% and EBITDA 37% to 5.3 million euros. Revenue margin increased to 69% in the first nine months.
Starting in 2026, employees of the Spanish supermarket chain will receive 37 annual leave days, plus a bonus equivalent to one month's salary.
On December 19, 2025, Alicia Levine, Win Thin, Katy Kaminski, and Lisa Mateo analyze markets, 2026 outlooks, monetary policy divergence, and economic news.
Starting in January, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will consist solely of Republican commissioners, marking a leadership change.
The Trump administration is considering restricting the diversity visa program after a suspect linked to an attack at Brown University was associated with it, continuing immigration restrictions.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has revised its weekly export sales reporting schedule following the federal agency shutdown ordered by President Donald Trump.
The EU Council approved a negotiating position for a digital euro, incorporating online and offline capabilities, differing from the European Parliament's initial proposals focused solely on offline use.
Other board members' salaries will also be cut as the audit watchdog approves a leaner 2026 budget.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) awarded over $1.8 million to two whistleblowers. Their contributions were essential in resolving cases of defrauded investors.
Former Disney strategist Kevin Mayer believes Paramount Skydance Corp. will increase its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. and win the high-profile takeover battle.
The US Army Corps of Engineers released an environmental impact statement, recommending the Dakota Access Pipeline continue operations under certain conditions.
A change in German law allows Uniper to resume dividend payments, facilitating the federal government's sale of its majority stake in the energy group.
Germany passed a law Friday allowing Uniper to resume dividend payments, removing a major hurdle to the bailed-out utility's relisting.
Bloomberg's Matt Miller and Dani Burger discuss the US market. Goldman Sachs and Citadel Securities join bulls. Nike faces a fourth annual decline. TikTok is acquired by an Oracle-led group for a US joint venture.
US consumer sentiment rose in December, while median home prices reached a record high in November. Sony acquired a majority stake in the Peanuts brand for $450 million.
Citadel's flagship fund, led by Ken Griffin, saw its weakest annual performance since 2018, gaining 9.3% by December 18, following disappointing natural gas bets.
The Swiss market closed in positive territory Friday, erasing earlier losses thanks to a stock rally in the final hour of trading.
The French executive failed to obtain a temporary block of the Asian giant Shein's website from judges and has decided to appeal this decision.
The conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo has caused over 84,000 refugees to arrive in Burundi this month, according to the UN refugee agency, highlighting the country's overwhelmed response capacity.
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer states Nvidia's H200 chip exports to China are separate from US-China trade relations, also addressing tariffs and TikTok.
Saudi Arabia, the world's largest exporter, will increase its crude oil deliveries to global customers, including the USA and Asia, starting in early 2026, despite concerns about oversupply.
Colombia's central bank held its key rate at 9.25%, a divided decision, as peso strength helps curb inflationary pressures.
Twelve financial institutions borrowed $3.047 billion in the Federal Reserve's reverse repo operation, reflecting money market liquidity management.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced Friday that Lebanon submitted a comprehensive legal framework for deposit recovery and financial deficit management.
Despite a last-minute agreement by the Bundestag and Bundesrat on a hospital savings plan, millions of insured individuals will face contribution increases.
Icade finalized the sale of an iconic property on Paris's Champs-Élysées for 402 million euros, reinforcing the group's divestment strategy.
Marseille-based company JOTT, in a state of insolvency, has been granted a period to restructure its operations and attempt financial recovery.
A report shows the initial EU Entry/Exit System (EES) deployment is causing significant delays, with passengers waiting up to three hours at airports due to operational issues.
JP Morgan reaffirms its confidence in Nokia stock by reiterating its 'overweight' recommendation, signaling a positive outlook for the telecommunications company.
Publisher HarperCollins announced it will no longer publish new children's books by author David Walliams, following allegations of misconduct towards women.
SSP Group, a catering group in recovery, sees directors buying shares, signaling confidence in its £30m cost-saving plan.
Gabon initiates an audit of its mining contracts to strengthen governance, as part of discussions with the IMF for a new loan program.
Cerebras Systems, an AI chip company, is preparing to file for its IPO in the United States. Abu Dhabi-based G42 is no longer listed as an investor.
The SEC finalized sanctions against former FTX executives Caroline Ellison and Zixiao Wang for their role in the fraud. Ellison is banned from officer roles for a decade.
Analysts anticipate robust growth for Alphabet (GOOGL) over the next five years, driven by key factors expected to boost its performance.
During his year-end press conference, President Putin reiterated his usual demands towards Ukraine, including a potential electoral truce.
Russian President Vladimir Putin sharply criticized the European Union's intention to use frozen Russian assets, calling the move 'theft' and warning the 27 member states.
Canal+ has reached an agreement with French tax authorities to settle a VAT dispute, agreeing to pay €363 million. This settlement concludes a lengthy procedure.
Walmart drivers Leslie Scott and Michelle Salikie haul goods from Washington to Alaska. Bloomberg explains Walmart's strategy to train drivers amid a US trucker shortage.
Former TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer says a majority US ownership plan for the platform benefits users, preserving interoperability and addressing national security concerns. He discusses the deal and media landscape.
The Justice Department struggled to prosecute those accused of assaulting federal officers during protests against President Donald Trump's immigration policies, an Associated Press investigation found.
JAB Insurance is nearing the completion of its acquisition of Utmost Group's UK life and pensions business, backed by Oaktree.
The Bank of Japan raised its rates, but the economic impact was not as anticipated. WDP saw a significant increase in its share price.
Coinbase sued three US states to clarify the regulatory framework for its predictive markets offering, seeking better legal definition.
European fintech SumUp's advisors recommended a local IPO, ruling out the US as a potential venue, according to sources close to the matter.
Baker Hughes' US rig count dropped to 542 from 548, signaling reduced oil and gas drilling activity.
Baker Hughes' US active oil rig count dropped to 406 from 414, signaling reduced oil drilling activity in the country.
European stocks ended the week in positive territory, with several markets reaching new highs. Investors reacted to central bank rate decisions and expectations of monetary easing from the Federal Reserve.
Investors anticipate the release of US GDP next week, a key economic indicator for assessing the health of the US economy.
