Copper Prices Break Records on China’s Policy Moves and U.S. Import Spike

Copper Prices Break Records on China’s Policy Moves and U.S. Import Spike

In 2025, global attention has turned sharply toward rising prices of copper, the metal that powers much of modern infrastructure, from data centers to electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. The price spike reflects a mix of tighter supply, shifting global trade flows, and renewed demand tied to industrial growth and green‑energy transitions. What’s Fueling…

Asian stocks

Asian Stocks Stall as Investors Brace for Expected U.S. Rate Cut

Asian stock markets found themselves stuck in neutral on December 8, 2025. Investors paused. They were waiting for a key decision from the Federal Reserve (Fed). The Fed is widely expected to cut interest rates at its December 9-10 meeting. But even a “priced-in” cut is not calming markets. Nervousness remains high. Traders worry it…

3I/ATLAS

NASA, ESA Reveal Fresh Views of 3I/ATLAS as It Approaches Earth

The interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS has captured worldwide attention as new images from NASA and European Space Agency (ESA) show it becoming increasingly active on its way through our solar system. As 3I/ATLAS draws nearer, scientists and sky‑watchers alike are calling this one of the most important comet observations in decades, offering a rare peek into…

trending stocks

Trending Stocks Today, Dec 8: Tesla, Netflix, Robinhood, and Treasure Global Lead Market Buzz

Today’s stock market is abuzz with standout movers, especially Tesla, Netflix, Robinhood Markets and Treasure Global, drawing sharp interest from investors looking for momentum plays and growth opportunities. As we track these “trending stocks,” it’s clear the market mood is playful, opportunistic, and fast-moving. Below we break down what’s driving each name, what to watch…

New Zealand Shares

New Zealand Shares, Dec 8: Market Pauses Ahead of Fed Rate Decision; F&C Investment Trust Updates NAV

WELLINGTON, New Zealand, New Zealand Shares paused today with markets ending mostly flat as investors held positions ahead of the much-anticipated Federal Reserve interest rate decision later this week. Combined with fresh updates from F&C Investment Trust’s net asset values and local economic signals, the trading day reflected caution and strategic positioning.  This New Zealand…

Viatris

Viatris Agrees to Sell Its Biocon Biologics Holding for $815M

In a significant move reshaping its business strategy, Viatris (Nasdaq: VTRS) has agreed to sell its equity stake in Biocon Biologics Limited for a total of US $815 million, receiving $400 million in cash and $415 million in newly issued shares of Biocon Limited.This landmark deal not only unlocks value for Viatris’s shareholders but also…

Tom Hicks

Tom Hicks, Former Owner of Rangers, Stars, and Liverpool, Dies at 79

Tom Hicks, the American businessman who once owned the Dallas Stars, the Texas Rangers, and had a major stake in Liverpool FC, passed away on December 6, 2025, at the age of 79. For decades, he lived between boardrooms and stadiums. He was a deal-maker who used big Private equity moves to buy sports franchises. Under…

Eli Lilly's Mounjaro

Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro Secures Spot on China’s State Insurance List for Diabetes Care

The number of people living with diabetes in China is rising fast. On December 7, 2025, authorities announced that Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro, a weekly injectable diabetes drug, will be added to China’s state health insurance starting January 1, 2026. That move could bring Mounjaro into reach for millions of patients with type 2 diabetes. Mounjaro…

Colombo

Work Begins to Restore Flood-Damaged Colombo–Puttalam Rail Line

We are seeing hope return to communities as repair crews begin urgent restoration on a damaged section of the Colombo–Puttalam railway line. The recent floods caused by heavy rains and a strong weather system severely damaged the stretch between Kuda Wewa and Nattandiya. For many people, daily commuters, small traders, and families, this rail link…

Asian shares

Asian Shares Trade Mixed While Investors Brace for Fed Announcement

On 8 December 2025, Asian shares started the week on a cautious note. Investors kept a close watch on the upcoming Federal Reserve (Fed) policy decision. Markets across Asia moved in different directions; some indexes rose, others slipped, reflecting uncertainty. Many traders are waiting to see if the Fed will cut interest rates or hold…