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According to analysis by the Center for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) released Friday, Russia-flagged vessels increased by 36% from January 2025 to June 2026, reaching 382 ships. The expansion reflects Moscow's efforts to maintain oil and gas exports despite Western sanctions. CREA

According to Wells Fargo analyst Aaron Rakers, on September 25, the firm lowered Micron's (NASDAQ: MU) price target to $1,400 from $1,525 while raising its profit estimates. The analyst increased the company's 2027 fiscal-year EPS forecast by approximately 5% and its 2028 EPS estimate by over 10%. W

Meta Platforms Inc. stock has surged 36% in September, with shares climbing 4.5% on September 24 to $777.59 per share, bringing the company within striking distance of a $2 trillion market valuation. The rally was fueled by the rapid success of Muse, Meta's AI assistant, which quickly topped Apple's

Costco Wholesale Corp. confirmed its iconic churro will return to all U.S. food court locations this month for a limited time, ending months of speculation after the item was discontinued in 2024. CEO Ron Vachris announced the comeback during the company's fourth-quarter earnings call, addressing cu

Costco Wholesale Corp. confirmed that its iconic churro will return to all U.S. food court locations this month for a limited time, CEO Ron Vachris announced during the company's fourth-quarter earnings call.

According to local officials, the Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery in Russia's Rostov region has suspended operations following a drone strike that damaged the facility, a regional governor said.

According to Coinglass data cited by ChainCatcher, the Crypto Fear and Greed Index currently stands at 72, indicating a greed state. The 7-day average is 72, while the 30-day average is 66.

According to UBS analyst Timothy Arcuri, on Wednesday the firm maintained its $1,625 price target on Micron Technology (MU-US), implying roughly 50% upside from Thursday's close of $1,077.29. Arcuri reiterated a buy rating, noting that supply-demand gaps continue to widen and fundamentals are

A 40-something investor in Korea restructured a 12 billion won portfolio in 2021 after selling a business, shifting from 90% safe assets to globally diversified investments and achieving an approximately 80% cumulative return. The investor faced concerns about missing market opportunities as

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil futures declined 1.57% to $93.12 per barrel as of 10:59 AM on September 25 in Asian trading, according to Yonhap Infomax. The drop followed reports that US and Iranian negotiating teams met in New York during the UN General Assembly to discuss a phased

According to Yonhap Infomax, WTI crude oil futures fell 1.57% to $93.12 per barrel on September 25, as diplomatic talks between U.S. and Iranian delegations progressed during the UN General Assembly. The two sides are discussing a phased agreement linking Iran's reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

According to Financial News, Macquarie Asset Management's acquisition of South Korean web hosting firm Gabia failed on September 25 after its public share offer fell short of minimum requirements. The special purpose company DCK received only 721,413 subscription applications, or 22.1% of the minimu

The U.S. Dollar Index traded at 101.28 on September 25, up 0.04% during the day.

According to Thailand's Commerce Ministry, the country's exports are expected to grow 15% in 2026. The ministry's projection reflects expectations for sustained export demand over the remainder of the year.

Bank of America raised its revenue estimates for AI neo-cloud company Nebius (NASDAQ: NBIS) significantly above Wall Street consensus on the 25th, citing expanded service capacity and differentiated pricing strategies. BofA lifted its fiscal 2027 revenue forecast for Nebius to $12.7 billion,

According to Farside Investors data, U.S. Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded net inflows of $190.7 million on September 24 (Eastern Time). The inflows extend a six-day consecutive streak that began September 17, with cumulative net inflows during that period reaching $327.04 billion. BlackRock's IBIT led in

On September 24 (US Eastern Time), U.S. Ethereum spot ETFs recorded net inflows of $66.1 million, according to Phaser data. Over the five-trading-day period from September 18 to 24, cumulative net inflows reached $3.083 billion, marking five consecutive days of positive flows. BlackRock's ETHA led i

According to Westpac economist Pat Bustamante on September 25, Australia's third-quarter GDP is expected to grow 2.3% year-over-year, up from 2.1% in Q2. The economist noted the economy has demonstrated greater resilience than previously anticipated. However, Bustamante cautioned that the Reserve

According to Thailand's Ministry of Commerce, the country recorded a trade deficit of $2.48 billion in August.