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China’s stock stamp duty revenue jumps more than 80% as AI frenzy boosts trading

China collected 216 billion yuan in stock-trading stamp duty during the first eight months of the year, an 82 per cent year-on-year increase, according to Ministry of Finance data. Improved sentiment linked to the artificial intelligence boom helped lift average daily trading values on mainland exchanges by 72 per cent.

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SSouth China Morning PostOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-21 04:00

China’s stock stamp duty revenue jumps more than 80% as AI frenzy boosts trading

Fed and BoE intensify scrutiny of banks’ trading-firm exposure after Jane Street loss

The Federal Reserve and Bank of England are stepping up scrutiny of banks’ exposure to trading firms and intensifying questions for prime brokers after losses at Jane Street and the blow-up of AI-focused hedge fund Situational Awareness.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 04:00

Fed and BoE intensify scrutiny of banks’ trading-firm exposure after Jane Street loss

Grant Thornton boss defends private equity ownership

Grant Thornton chief Malcolm Gomersall says the new ownership structure will improve audit quality because it will bring greater scrutiny.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 04:00

Grant Thornton boss defends private equity ownership

Bitcoin clears key hurdle historically linked to major bull runs

Bitcoin has risen above its 50-week average for the first time in 45 weeks, a development described as a major bullish signal. Historically, this threshold has preceded major bull runs.

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CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 03:56

Bitcoin clears key hurdle historically linked to major bull runs

France’s debt set to reach highest level since 1978 as fiscal strain grows

France is under mounting pressure to curb its public finances as it prepares a €54 billion package of spending cuts for next year, with debt expected to reach its highest level since 1978.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-21 03:45

France’s debt set to reach highest level since 1978 as fiscal strain grows

The BOJ’s Balancing Act With Bessent Is Only Going to Get Harder

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda raised rates as US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent wanted, but he is also facing pressure from his own government, making the balancing act increasingly difficult.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-21 03:37

The BOJ’s Balancing Act With Bessent Is Only Going to Get Harder

Paramount, California AG discuss concessions including $1.5 billion investment, report says

Paramount and California’s attorney general have discussed several concessions in advanced settlement talks, including a proposed $1.5 billion investment in production in the state, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the negotiations.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 03:10

Paramount, California AG discuss concessions including $1.5 billion investment, report says

Qinghai expands international freight rail links to 12 countries

Qinghai Province in northwest China has expanded its international freight-train network to 18 cities in 12 countries since launching its first China-Europe service in 2016. Four routes were added this year, connecting Xining with Ho Chi Minh City, Turkmenistan’s Balkan Region and Vientiane, and Delingha with Pavlodar, strengthening overland export channels for local goods.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 03:04

Qinghai expands international freight rail links to 12 countries

Xi heads to Trump summit with China’s trade engine roaring

In the four months since the leaders of the two global superpowers last met, Xi Jinping has overseen a surge in China’s trade with the world, while Donald Trump has struggled with declining approval ratings at home.

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RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-21 03:00

Xi heads to Trump summit with China’s trade engine roaring

US-China Talks, Trump and Mamdani to Meet in New York, More
Bloomberg News Now presents an audio roundup of the day’s leading stories, including US-China talks and a planned meeting between Trump and Mamdani in New York. The report is updated throughout the day and also covers global business news.
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BBloomberg News★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 22:30Original
US, China Kick Off Trade Talks Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
The United States and China have begun trade talks ahead of a summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
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BBloomberg News★★★★☆2026-09-20 22:00Original
US-China Talks, Iran War Conditions, Trump-Mamdani Meeting and More
Bloomberg News Now brings together today’s top stories, including US-China talks, conditions surrounding the Iran war and a meeting between Trump and Mamdani, with updates on global business news throughout the day.
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BBloomberg News★☆☆☆☆2026-09-20 21:30Original
US, China open high-level talks ahead of Trump-Xi summit
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng have begun talks in New York on trade, artificial intelligence and critical minerals, four days before Donald Trump is due to meet Xi Jinping. Analysts expect the discussions to ease tensions and preserve a fragile trade truce, rather than produce a sweeping breakthrough.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-09-20 19:42Original
US, China Begin Trade Talks in New York Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
US and Chinese officials have opened talks in New York to prepare for a high-profile meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. The world’s two largest economies are seeking to preserve, and possibly extend, a fragile trade truce.
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BBloomberg News★★★★☆2026-09-20 15:30Original

Nik Storonsky’s plan for Revolut: a global bank with ‘effectively zero risk’

Russian-born Revolut founder and chief executive Nik Storonsky tells the Financial Times about his plan to build Europe’s most valuable start-up into a global bank with ‘effectively zero risk’.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 03:00

Nik Storonsky’s plan for Revolut: a global bank with ‘effectively zero risk’

NEV exports via Ningbo Port nearly double to top 300,000 units in Jan-Aug

Ningbo Port exported 301,000 new energy vehicles worth 34.22 billion yuan in the first eight months, with volumes and value rising 99.1% and 95.5% year on year. Brazil, the UAE and the EU were the main destinations, while customs advanced smart-clearance measures to support exports.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 02:53

NEV exports via Ningbo Port nearly double to top 300,000 units in Jan-Aug

WorldVessels trickle through Strait of Hormuz as Middle East tension persists

Shipping data showed that 12 commodity vessels crossed the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend, down from 35 the previous weekend, as Gulf tensions continued amid a stalemate between the United States and Iran.

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RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-21 02:50

Vessels trickle through Strait of Hormuz as Middle East tension persists

Oil falls as crude flows remain 'surprisingly strong'
Oil prices fell Monday as traders monitored the possibility of a recovery in shipments from Saudi Arabia, despite continuing escalation in Middle East tensions.
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CCNBC★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 02:14Original

China, US hold economic and trade consultations in New York

Chinese and U.S. delegations met in New York on Sunday for economic and trade consultations. They exchanged views on major issues of shared concern and on carrying out the consensus reached in earlier talks.

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CCGTNOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-21 02:39

China, US hold economic and trade consultations in New York

China’s Selective Crop Buying Tests US Trade Truce Before Summit
China has bought more than half of the 25 million tons of US soybeans it pledged to purchase this year. But progress on a separate promise to spend billions more on American crops has largely stalled, putting the trade truce under pressure ahead of the summit.
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BBloomberg News★★★☆☆2026-09-21 02:30Original
Trump-Xi Talks Could Unlock $6 Billion in US Natural Gas Sales to China
China’s leader Xi Jinping is due in Washington this week with at least one straightforward way to win favor with the Trump administration: pledging to revive an annual $6 billion trade in US liquefied natural gas.
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BBloomberg News★★★☆☆2026-09-21 02:00Original

Ukraine may lose up to 6.8% of GDP in 2027 amid continued hostilities

Calculations based on documents accompanying Ukraine’s draft 2027 budget indicate that continued hostilities could cost the country up to 6.8% of GDP—more than $15 billion—and $5.15 billion in budget revenue. Finance Ministry officials warn of worsening energy shortages, export declines and labor losses. Even the most optimistic scenario foresees a 30% electricity deficit and a 20% export drop.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-21 02:38

Ukraine may lose up to 6.8% of GDP in 2027 amid continued hostilities

More Australians projected to die than be born by the 2060s as report warns of slower growth

Australia’s seventh intergenerational report projects that deaths will outnumber births by the 2060s as fertility falls and the population ages. It forecasts slower economic growth over the next 40 years and says AI adoption will be pivotal to restoring productivity, while the government must regulate its risks without stifling innovation.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-21 02:30

More Australians projected to die than be born by the 2060s as report warns of slower growth

PoliticsChina, US hold candid and in-depth exchanges on economy and trade

Chinese and US teams held candid, in-depth and constructive consultations on economic and trade issues on Sunday. Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng met in New York with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, with the sides also discussing AI-related matters.

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CCGTNOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-21 02:06

China, US hold candid and in-depth exchanges on economy and trade

Businesses look to Sino-U.S. trade talks for progress
A new round of China-U.S. economic and trade talks in the United States has raised hopes among American businesses and industry groups for progress in commercial ties and greater certainty across both markets. Soybean exporters and Coach China expressed confidence in the relationship and Chinese market, while Vice-Premier He Lifeng leads the Chinese delegation.
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CChina News Service★★★★☆2026-09-21 01:33Original
Bessent meets China’s He Lifeng ahead of Trump-Xi summit
Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng are discussing trade, artificial intelligence and critical minerals ahead of the Sept. 24 summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
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CCNBC★★★★☆2026-09-20 16:56Original

As Chinese gold jewellery consumption slumps 34%, sellers seek markets abroad

The World Gold Council says Chinese gold jewellery sellers are pursuing opportunities in the Middle East and India by using their advanced crafting technology as the industry struggles with volatile prices. Buyers from those regions made up most visitors at the latest Jewellery & Gem World Hong Kong fair.

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SSouth China Morning PostOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 02:00

As Chinese gold jewellery consumption slumps 34%, sellers seek markets abroad

China’s Rare-Earth Magnet Exports to US Fall Before Xi-Trump Meeting

China’s exports of rare-earth magnets to the US declined last month ahead of a meeting between the countries’ leaders, where the flow of critical minerals will likely be discussed.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-21 01:00

China’s Rare-Earth Magnet Exports to US Fall Before Xi-Trump Meeting

Mainland China’s stock exchanges mount charm offensive amid Hong Kong IPO boom

Mainland Chinese stock exchanges are lobbying companies and regulators to favour domestic listings after Hong Kong led fundraising in recent years, according to two people familiar with the matter. The exchanges recently met mainland companies planning Hong Kong listings, particularly first-time issuers and firms in sectors backed by national policies.

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SSouth China Morning PostOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 01:00

Mainland China’s stock exchanges mount charm offensive amid Hong Kong IPO boom

Tech leads Asian shares higher as oil eases

Asian share markets edged higher on Monday, helped by chipmakers as insatiable AI demand for data continued to support the sector. Oil prices eased as hopes that Saudi Arabia could increase supplies outweighed news of a Houthi attack on Riyadh.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 00:50

Tech leads Asian shares higher as oil eases

Moscow to host financial forum on Monday

The 11th Moscow Financial Forum will take place Monday at the Manege Central Exhibition Hall, organized by Russia’s Finance Ministry and the Moscow government. Finance Minister Anton Siluanov, Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin and Central Bank Deputy Governor Alexey Zabotkin are among the speakers, alongside officials, business leaders and economic experts.

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TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 00:26

Moscow to host financial forum on Monday

Cooling costs for Bangladesh garment factories can be recouped within four years, study finds

A report found that investing in cooling systems to reduce heat stress among garment workers makes financial sense for manufacturers and the brands they supply. The investment can be recovered within four years as climate change increases risks for apparel production hubs.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-21 00:10

Cooling costs for Bangladesh garment factories can be recouped within four years, study finds

The 3 big things we're watching in the stock market this week

The week ahead has relatively little macroeconomic data, but investors may still see plenty of headlines capable of moving markets.

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CCNBCOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 23:41

The 3 big things we're watching in the stock market this week

China’s hi-tech IPOs: Hong Kong versus the mainland, and how much it matters

Competition between mainland China and Hong Kong for hi-tech IPOs gives emerging technology firms a dual-track strategic choice rather than a zero-sum contest, according to Lu Peng, general manager of Beijing-based Zhongguancun International. He said some competition naturally exists as companies choose their primary listing venue.

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SSouth China Morning PostOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 23:00

China’s hi-tech IPOs: Hong Kong versus the mainland, and how much it matters

Betting on People-First Banking

Wendy Yuen, head of the Personal and Business Banking Group at China CITIC Bank International, says finance will not be won by technology alone. She argues that banks must pair digital speed with human trust, cross-border insight and lifelong learning, while working across retail banking, SME support, fintech innovation and cross-border growth in Hong Kong.

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SSouth China Morning PostOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 21:00

Betting on People-First Banking

Ukraine has virtually lost its steel industry, FT reports

Ukraine has effectively lost its steel industry, Metinvest executive Aleksandr Vodoviz told the Financial Times. Strikes damaged blast furnaces at three facilities in Krivoy Rog, including two Metinvest plants and an ArcelorMittal site. Their shutdowns stopped facilities responsible for 90% of Ukraine’s steel output and could have severe economic and tax consequences.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-20 19:59

Ukraine has virtually lost its steel industry, FT reports

Qatar launches wealth fund division for domestic investments

Qatar’s prime minister announced on Sunday that the Qatar Investment Authority will create a division focused on developing domestic investments. The move marks a new direction for the sovereign wealth fund, which has long concentrated on building wealth overseas.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 19:05

Qatar launches wealth fund division for domestic investments

Fed rate hike reflects a new era of sticky inflation and faster growth

President Donald Trump has renewed his attacks on the Federal Reserve after it raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday. Economists say broader economic trends matter more than the Fed for determining longer-term borrowing costs.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-20 19:00

Fed rate hike reflects a new era of sticky inflation and faster growth

Trump tariffs hit Canada’s dairy farmers as US sales stall

A 50 percent US tariff on $20bn in Canadian goods, including dairy, has largely halted Canadian dairy sales to the United States. British Columbia farmers warn that reduced processor demand could leave milk dumped or force herd reductions, while industry representatives say the tariffs have created uncertainty across the supply chain.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-20 17:35

Trump tariffs hit Canada’s dairy farmers as US sales stall

Offshore Bitcoin futures crash 97% as traders abandon traditional risk

Glassnode data shows dated Bitcoin futures volume across tracked offshore venues has fallen about 97% from 2021 levels. Perpetuals have become the preferred tool for leveraged directional exposure, while options increasingly serve hedging, volatility and downside-protection needs, squeezing dated futures between them.

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CCryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 17:15

Offshore Bitcoin futures crash 97% as traders abandon traditional risk

Polymarket faced a $10 million fraud attempt as CEO pushed growth over compliance concerns: WSJ

Polymarket faced an attempted $10 million fraud, while its CEO prioritized growth over compliance concerns, according to The Wall Street Journal. In a separate attack, hackers compromised nearly 500 users’ accounts using stolen personal information.

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TThe BlockOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 16:07

Polymarket faced a $10 million fraud attempt as CEO pushed growth over compliance concerns: WSJ

PoliticsPhoto: China and US begin economic and trade consultations in New York

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent posed for photographs and shook hands before their economic and trade consultations in New York City on September 20, 2026.

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CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 15:47

Photo: China and US begin economic and trade consultations in New York

China, US start economic and trade consultations in New York
Chinese and U.S. delegations met in New York on Sunday to consult on economic and trade matters.
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CCGTN★★★★☆2026-09-20 15:02Original
China, US begin economic and trade consultations in New York
Chinese and U.S. delegations met on Sunday morning in New York for consultations on economic and trade matters.
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CCGTN★★★★☆2026-09-20 14:49Original
Explainer: Where do China-US economic and trade ties stand?
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng is leading a delegation to the United States for economic and trade consultations from September 19 to 23. The article reviews progress since the May summit, including trade and investment mechanisms, agricultural market access, tariff arrangements and expanded two-way trade, while citing data to argue that gains from bilateral economic relations are generally balanced.
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CCGTN★★★★☆2026-09-20 12:01Original

Fed's Kashkari says inflation affects all aspects of US economy, not just oil prices

Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said Sunday that inflation remains too high and is affecting every part of the US economy, rather than only oil prices.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 15:25

Fed's Kashkari says inflation affects all aspects of US economy, not just oil prices

EU staking review threatens crypto yields, with network security potentially at risk

The European Commission’s MiCA review asks whether Europe’s treatment of staking is adequate and what requirements should apply to staking providers. Although the consultation is not a final policy position, it could inform future legislation, bringing more rules for users and an added compliance burden for companies while creating difficult questions for proof-of-stake networks.

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CCryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 15:05

EU staking review threatens crypto yields, with network security potentially at risk

Wall Street expects US to issue about $1tn in short-term debt as borrowing costs rise

Wall Street expects the US to issue about $1tn in short-term debt as borrowing costs climb. The growing reliance on Treasury bills comes as Scott Bessent seeks to contain the rise in long-term rates.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-20 15:00

Wall Street expects US to issue about $1tn in short-term debt as borrowing costs rise

From AI to agricultural trade: New links between China and ASEAN

The China-ASEAN Expo is taking place in Nanning, Guangxi, a key gateway between China and Southeast Asia. The opening of the 134-kilometer Pinglu Canal to navigation on September 16 has created a more direct route to the sea, while representatives from Brunei, Malaysia and Singapore discussed how expanding physical and digital links could affect agriculture, business and the next generation.

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CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 14:59

From AI to agricultural trade: New links between China and ASEAN

Gemini’s stock is down 80% from its IPO, reviving takeover speculation

The crypto platform Gemini’s market value has dropped to about $753 million, renewing speculation that it could become a takeover target. Buyers may be attracted to its licenses, custody infrastructure and customer relationships.

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CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 14:54

Gemini’s stock is down 80% from its IPO, reviving takeover speculation

Why Russia’s harsh 1% crypto cap could protect bank customers’ assets

The Bank of Russia has proposed a 1% capital ceiling for banks’ crypto and foreign-digital-instrument exposure through ratios N31 and N32. Customer custody assets would count when the bank bears losses from seizure or restricted transactions, but could remain outside the ratios when it does not—while still receiving prudential treatment. The rules are still in draft form.

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CCryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 13:35

Why Russia’s harsh 1% crypto cap could protect bank customers’ assets

AI Data Centers Are Set to Drive ‘Explosive’ Growth in Captive Insurance

A form of self-insurance traditionally linked to mining, oil and other environmentally risky industries is quietly reshaping physical-risk coverage as mega AI data centers proliferate.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 13:00

AI Data Centers Are Set to Drive ‘Explosive’ Growth in Captive Insurance

Mogadishu hosts Somalia Development Finance Forum

Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud joined officials, financial-sector leaders, businesses and development partners in Mogadishu for a forum on mobilizing long-term funding for sustainable development. Participants highlighted using public finance to attract private investment and expanding financing for agriculture, energy, infrastructure and businesses.

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CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 12:46

Mogadishu hosts Somalia Development Finance Forum

Volvo Cars appoints Klaus Zellmer to succeed Samuelsson as CEO

Volvo Cars said on Sunday that Klaus Zellmer will become its president and chief executive within a year, replacing Hakan Samuelsson. Samuelsson was reappointed in 2025 with the task of reviving the Swedish automaker’s fortunes.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 12:35

Volvo Cars appoints Klaus Zellmer to succeed Samuelsson as CEO

WorldHouthi attacks and no Western support: What are Saudi Arabia's options?

The US warns that fighting between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthis could quickly escalate. A missile has targeted Riyadh for the first time since the Yemen conflict resumed, while the Houthis’ rapid offensive has seized large parts of Yemeni territory and killed hundreds. Without American backing, Saudi Arabia faces difficult choices.

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FFrance 24Original★★★★☆2026-09-20 12:24

Houthi attacks and no Western support: What are Saudi Arabia's options?

Why doesn't the US intervene to defend Saudi Arabia against the Houthis?
The US warned that Yemen’s situation was escalating rapidly after Houthi rebels launched a missile attack on Saudi Arabia’s capital. The Iran-backed militants have also seized large areas of Yemeni territory after clashes with Saudi-supported government forces. Despite being a close Saudi ally, Washington appears unwilling to intervene on Riyadh’s behalf.
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FFrance 24★★★★☆2026-09-20 12:20Original
Yemen’s Houthis strike Saudi capital Riyadh for the first time
Fighting between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Saudi Arabia is intensifying. A fire broke out near Riyadh’s main airport on Saturday morning after the Houthis said they had launched missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia. In Yemen, Houthi forces are advancing east against Saudi-backed government troops.
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FFrance 24★★★★☆2026-09-20 09:38Original
‘There will be a very sizeable Saudi response’ to Houthi attacks
Nawaf Obaid, a senior research fellow at King’s College London, tells Al Jazeera that Saudi Arabia will mount a massive response to Houthi attacks originating in Yemen, coordinating its action with coalition partners.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-09-20 09:30Original
Saudi, Gulf stocks fall after Houthis claim Riyadh attacks
Saudi Arabia’s stock market opened lower on Sunday after Yemen’s Houthis said they had struck sensitive targets in Riyadh with missiles and drones the previous day. The subdued mood spread across other Gulf bourses.
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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-09-20 09:10Original
Saudi-led coalition says defences intercept Houthi missile fired at Riyadh
A Saudi-led coalition says Houthi forces in Yemen fired a ballistic missile at Riyadh before Saudi air defences intercepted and destroyed it. The capital sounded its first air-raid alert since July, and residents reported an explosion and black smoke, but authorities said there were no casualties or damage. The Houthis claimed attacks on sensitive sites in Riyadh and an Aramco facility in Yanbu as fighting continued across several Yemeni provinces.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-09-19 22:03Original
Saudi Arabia confirms Houthis tried to attack Riyadh with ballistic missile
Saudi Arabia confirmed Saturday that Yemen’s Houthi rebels attempted to target Riyadh with a ballistic missile. It was the first attempt against the capital since fighting with the Tehran-backed group escalated and opened a new front in the Iran war.
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CCBC News★★★★☆2026-09-19 21:34Original
Saudi Arabia repels Houthi missile attack on Riyadh, coalition says
Saudi-led coalition spokesman Brigadier General Turki al-Maliki said Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by the Houthis toward Riyadh on Saturday morning. He said the group had intensified attempts to target civilians in the capital. Explosions were heard earlier in Riyadh.
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TTASS★★★★☆2026-09-19 21:12Original
Saudi Arabia confirms Houthis tried to attack capital with ballistic missile
Saudi Arabia has confirmed that Yemen’s Houthi rebels attempted to attack the capital, Riyadh, with a ballistic missile.
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TThe Associated Press★★★★☆2026-09-19 20:25Original

Stablecoin salaries can leave workers paying to access their wages

Stablecoins can move quickly between wallets, but workers may still need to convert them into local currency, transfer the funds to a bank account and pay fees before spending them. As companies introduce stablecoin payroll, conversion, withdrawal, exchange-rate and compliance costs may shift to employees. A $2,000 payment with 1% conversion and withdrawal costs would leave $1,980 available to spend.

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CCryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 12:05

Stablecoin salaries can leave workers paying to access their wages

In Chile, even beloved hot dogs feel the economic squeeze

Rising living costs are putting pressure on Chileans, affecting even affordable foods such as the completo, the country’s version of a hot dog.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 12:00

In Chile, even beloved hot dogs feel the economic squeeze

Closely watched business survey raises pandemic-era comparisons

A closely watched monthly survey by the Institute for Supply Management raised eyebrows earlier this month after several business leaders compared the current business climate with the pandemic period.

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CCNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 12:00

Closely watched business survey raises pandemic-era comparisons

Chevron plans drilling spree as it overhauls oil and gas exploration

Chevron is planning an extensive drilling campaign as it revamps its oil and gas exploration efforts. Kevin McLachlan hopes to reproduce the exploration turnaround he achieved at TotalEnergies.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 12:00

Chevron plans drilling spree as it overhauls oil and gas exploration

Analysts say Coinbase, Robinhood and Circle could be early winners of SEC tokenized-stock push

Analysts at Goldman Sachs and Citizens said the SEC’s move could create new opportunities in custody, tokenization infrastructure and stablecoin settlement, while giving brokers room to expand their onchain products.

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CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 12:00

Analysts say Coinbase, Robinhood and Circle could be early winners of SEC tokenized-stock push

Crypto traders braced for a total wipeout this week, but Bitcoin had other plans

Crypto traders prepared for a complete wipeout this week, but Bitcoin’s performance defied those expectations. Market experts see its price stability as evidence of fundamental independence from Washington, arguing that global liquidity and adoption cycles remain the main drivers of growth.

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CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 12:00

Crypto traders braced for a total wipeout this week, but Bitcoin had other plans

Why Bitcoin’s rally above $80,000 lacks institutional conviction

Bitcoin held above $80,000, but institutional signals were mixed. Leveraged funds reduced their net-short futures exposure by 7,275 BTC-equivalent, while asset managers cut net longs by 4,733 BTC-equivalent. US spot Bitcoin ETFs drew $592.5 million on Sept. 17-18, yet weekly net inflows were only $6.1 million. BTC stood at $80,338.71, below the $82,000-$82,200 resistance zone.

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CCryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 11:05

Why Bitcoin’s rally above $80,000 lacks institutional conviction

On’s Cloudsurfer sneaker is $60 off at Nordstrom, plus 9 other shoes on sale

Nordstrom is discounting popular On Running shoes by as much as 40%, with Cloudnova X, Cloudmonster Void and Cloudsurfer Next among the featured models. The Cloudsurfer is $60 cheaper, and nine other shoes are also on sale.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-09-20 11:01

On’s Cloudsurfer sneaker is $60 off at Nordstrom, plus 9 other shoes on sale

Hebei village exports handmade mooncakes overseas in bulk for first time

Huangzhuang Village in Hebei, known as China’s “Mooncake Village,” has exported handmade mooncakes overseas in bulk for the first time. More than 20,000 packs went to Australia and two shipments of 30,000 packs each to South Korea, with total export value exceeding 1 million yuan. The batches sold out within seven and three days, respectively.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 10:24

Hebei village exports handmade mooncakes overseas in bulk for first time

China trade expo in Malaysia eyes new growth sectors

The eighth Malaysia-China Trade Expo opened in Kuala Lumpur with about 100 Chinese companies and nearly 50 Malaysian firms. The three-day event features manufacturing, emerging industries, a pet-industry zone, cross-border e-commerce matchmaking and a forum on AI-driven growth in Southeast Asian e-commerce.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 10:15

China trade expo in Malaysia eyes new growth sectors

Why real-time election odds can mislead prediction-market crypto traders

Correctly predicting an election winner does not ensure a profitable bet, because available prices can change before an order executes. DoubleZero has added Kalshi’s election and politics markets to Edge, giving subscribers faster order-book data that may improve prices but also give well-equipped professional firms an advantage over retail bettors. Faster feeds do not guarantee queue priority at the exchange.

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CCryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 10:05

Why real-time election odds can mislead prediction-market crypto traders

US retailer rations motor oil as prices quadruple and supplies run dry

The war in Iran has triggered a global shortage of the lubricant used in vehicle engines. In the United States, a retailer is rationing motor oil as prices have quadrupled and supplies run dry.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-20 10:00

US retailer rations motor oil as prices quadruple and supplies run dry

Dangote IPO is a test for African capitalism

The landmark flotation could reshape how Africa invests in industry, making it a test of the continent’s model of capitalism.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 10:00

Dangote IPO is a test for African capitalism

Trump regulatory rollback puts $400mn in US audit fees at risk

Accounting firms are pushing back against an SEC proposal to relax post-Enron rules, which have generated a lucrative stream of revenue for the industry. The rollback could put $400mn in US audit fees at risk.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 10:00

Trump regulatory rollback puts $400mn in US audit fees at risk

Housing prices surge near new Huanggang Port as buyers eye ‘dual-city’ lifestyle

Property prices near the new Huanggang Port have already surged months before the border facility opens, property agents say, as buyers seek a “dual-city lifestyle”. The crossing is expected to open before the end of the year with 24-hour operations, co-location and joint-inspection clearance intended to make travel between Shenzhen and Hong Kong faster and more convenient.

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SSouth China Morning PostOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 08:00

Housing prices surge near new Huanggang Port as buyers eye ‘dual-city’ lifestyle

Big Tech uses guarantees to keep $300bn AI exposure off balance sheets

Wall Street has found a new way to harness the credit strength of technology giants to secure cheaper funding for the AI build-out, while keeping $300 billion of exposure off balance sheets.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 07:00

Big Tech uses guarantees to keep $300bn AI exposure off balance sheets

Why Bitcoin’s 63% HODL wave is not the mega-bull signal many think it is

Bitcoin that has not moved for at least a year reached 63.3% of supply on Sept. 18. The shift may mainly reflect coins aging across HODL bands rather than fresh buying or deliberate market withdrawal. The data show an older on-chain distribution, but confirming new accumulation requires evidence from adjusted balances, exchange flows and spending behavior.

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CCryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 06:30

Why Bitcoin’s 63% HODL wave is not the mega-bull signal many think it is

2026 China International Motorcycle Trade Exhibition opens in Chongqing with record participation

The 24th China International Motorcycle Trade Exhibition opened Saturday in Chongqing, attracting more than 50,000 visitors on its first day, a record for the country’s leading motorcycle trade event. The show covers 190,000 square meters and brings together over 1,120 exhibitors from more than 30 countries, 2,500 international buyers from over 80 nations, 39 new products and 67 advanced technologies.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 05:26

2026 China International Motorcycle Trade Exhibition opens in Chongqing with record participation

PoliticsBessent, China’s He to launch talks on AI, trade and critical minerals

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng are due to meet on Sunday to lay the groundwork for possible agreements on artificial intelligence, tariffs and critical minerals ahead of a high-stakes Washington summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping this week.

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RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-20 05:10

Bessent, China’s He to launch talks on AI, trade and critical minerals

Trade talks raise expectations among U.S. businesses
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng will lead a delegation to the United States from Saturday to Wednesday for consultations on economic and trade issues of mutual concern. U.S. agriculture leaders, an economist and Coach China’s president voiced optimism about improved bilateral commercial ties and continued opportunities in the Chinese market.
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France’s wine production nears a 70-year low, leaving winemakers with tough choices

As France’s wine industry approaches a crisis point, key players are weighing new markets, products and ways to bring in the next generation.

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CCNBCOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 05:00

France’s wine production nears a 70-year low, leaving winemakers with tough choices

China’s Russian LNG imports rise 28.2%, oil purchases up 18.1% in January-August

China imported 5.15 million metric tons of Russian LNG in January-August 2026, up 28.2% year on year, with its value rising 13.2% to $2.66 billion. Russian oil purchases increased 18.1% to 77.65 million metric tons, while their value grew 33.3% to $44.84 billion, making Russia China’s largest oil supplier.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 04:56

China’s Russian LNG imports rise 28.2%, oil purchases up 18.1% in January-August

More Australians forecast to live into their 90s in coming decades

Treasury’s latest intergenerational report forecasts life expectancy at birth will rise to almost 90 years for women and 86 for men by 2065/66. It also projects slower population growth, smaller households and mounting long-term budget pressure from an ageing population. Treasurer Jim Chalmers attributed longer lives mainly to universal healthcare and medical research.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 04:11

More Australians forecast to live into their 90s in coming decades

The Gulf cargo trade that vanished

The Strait of Hormuz was once a transit hub for goods ranging from helium to corn. Businesses have been forced to search for alternative routes.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-20 04:00

The Gulf cargo trade that vanished

Biodiesel for shipping becomes cheaper than conventional fuels after price fall

A rush for supplies to meet emissions targets has driven biodiesel prices to a record low, making the fuel cheaper than conventional alternatives for shipping and potentially accelerating the industry’s shift toward greener fuels.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 04:00

Biodiesel for shipping becomes cheaper than conventional fuels after price fall

Saudi Arabia quits China-led cross-border currency platform

Saudi Arabia’s central bank withdrew last year from a China-led cross-border currency programme, part of Beijing’s effort to develop an alternative to the dollar-based system.

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FFinancial TimesOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 04:00

Saudi Arabia quits China-led cross-border currency platform

Dehua invests over $416 million to take ceramic industry global

Dehua County in Fujian has announced a strategy to upgrade its ceramic industry, backed by more than 3 billion yuan, or about $416 million, in investment. The plan includes six industrial platforms and project clusters for quality inspection, cross-border oversight, data services, industrial parks, Fujian-Taiwan cooperation and international expansion.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 03:30

Dehua invests over $416 million to take ceramic industry global

China launches first dedicated king crab export route from Jilin

A charter flight carrying about 11 metric tons of Russian king crabs flew from Yanji Chaoyangchuan International Airport in Jilin to Hong Kong. The 948-carton shipment was valued at 3.57 million yuan. The new route is scheduled for 20 to 22 flights this year, with some cargo continuing from Hong Kong to Southeast Asia.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-20 03:02

China launches first dedicated king crab export route from Jilin

Will fresh incentives give China’s housing market more than a short-lived rebound?

Property brokers in China’s major cities expect more activity as potential buyers respond to Beijing’s recent policy shift aimed at reviving the sluggish real estate market. Some say inquiries are overwhelming them and they are rushing to close deals, while others hope for additional government stimulus to sustain the momentum in confidence.

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SSouth China Morning PostOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 03:00

Will fresh incentives give China’s housing market more than a short-lived rebound?

ASEAN ministers meet in the Philippines to discuss economic issues

The 58th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meeting and related gatherings opened Saturday in Metro Manila, Philippines, and are scheduled to continue through Tuesday.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-20 02:17

ASEAN ministers meet in the Philippines to discuss economic issues

China holds benchmark lending rates steady for 16th straight month

China left its benchmark lending rates unchanged on Sunday for the 16th consecutive month, matching market expectations.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 01:40

China holds benchmark lending rates steady for 16th straight month

Venezuela leader Rodriguez signs agreement with France's TotalEnergies

Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez signed a memorandum of understanding with French oil and gas company TotalEnergies on Saturday, local media reported.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-20 01:30

Venezuela leader Rodriguez signs agreement with France's TotalEnergies