Nexperia
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China Resumes Nexperia Chip Exports to Ease Global Supply Crunch

On November 9, 2025, China said it would resume some exports of Nexperia semiconductors, provided shipments are for civilian use and meet compliance checks. The announcement signaled a policy shift after weeks of disruption and followed days of EU, Dutch, and Chinese consultations about export controls and company governance.  A day earlier, EU officials said…

Tesla
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Elon Musk’s Massive Pay Deal Signals Tesla Shift Beyond Cars

Tesla (TSLA) shareholders approved a massive new pay plan for Elon Musk, tied to long term performance. Reports say the package could reach about one trillion dollars if tough goals are met over the next decade. The vote shows investor support for Tesla’s next phase: autonomy, energy, robotics, and AI platforms, not just cars. Why…

Novo

Novo Shares Rise After Exiting Metsera Takeover Battle

We’re seeing a clear bump in Novo Nordisk’s share price after the company pulled out of the takeover fight for Metsera. This move grabbed attention because the stakes were high. Novo is a big player in the obesity and diabetes drug market. Metsera is a rising biotech with strong promise in weight‑loss treatments. By stepping away,…

Indonesia

Indonesia Weighs Video Game Ban Following Jakarta School Blast

On 7 November 2025, a series of explosions struck a mosque inside a high school in Jakarta’s Kelapa Gading district, injuring at least 54 people, mostly students. In response, the Indonesian government is now considering sweeping restrictions on violent video games, linking them to youth behaviour. We will explore what happened, how the government is reacting, and whether…

Thailand
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Thailand Approves $3.1 Billion Investment in Data Centres

Thailand took a clear step toward a stronger digital economy today. The Board of Investment approved four data centre projects that add up to 3.1 billion dollars. It also cleared new measures to help already approved projects move faster, with licences that target power access, industrial land, visas, and work permits. Local coverage in Bangkok…

Rumble

Rumble Shares Soar 13% as Q3 Loss Narrows and ARPU Increases

We’re watching Rumble Inc. (ticker: RUM) gain fresh attention. Its share price jumped about 13% after the company reported its Q3 2025 results. The numbers show the net loss shrank, and the average revenue per user (ARPU) rose, two strong signs of progress. At the same time, the user base dipped somewhat, which signals challenges…

Permira

Permira to Acquire JTC in £2.3 Billion All-Cash Deal

We’ve just seen a major move in the financial world: Permira plans to acquire JTC in an all-cash deal worth around £2.3 billion. This is a significant milestone for both companies and a clear signal of where the fund-services industry is heading. JTC, known for supporting global fund, corporate, and wealth-management clients, has built a…

Diageo

Diageo Appoints Former Tesco Boss Dave Lewis as New CEO

We begin a new chapter at Diageo, the global drinks giant behind icons like Guinness and Johnnie Walker. On 1 January 2026, the company will welcome Sir Dave Lewis as its new Chief Executive.  It’s a bold move. Diageo has faced headwinds in recent years: sales have softened, the competitive landscape is shifting, and investors are watching closely. We…

XPO

XPO Update: Envestnet Asset Management Inc. Sells 3,939 Shares

We’ve learned that Envestnet Asset Management Inc. reduced its stake in XPO, Inc. (ticker: XPO) by selling 3,939 shares. This move may seem modest, but when an institutional investor steps back, it often raises questions for all of us watching the stock. In this piece, we’ll dig into who Envestnet is, what drove the sale,…

XRP

XRP ETFs Could Unlock $100 Trillion in Traditional Finance, Says Bitwise CEO

We’re at a turning point in finance. The CEO of Bitwise Asset Management, Hunter Horsley, said that a spot ETF for XRP could open the door to trillions of dollars in traditional finance flows. In plain terms, we could soon see mainstream institutions,  pension funds, banks, and asset managers entering the crypto world via XRP. The…