Open Stock

OPEN Stock Slips 8.61% on October 8 – Can It Rebound This Week?

ByZehra Naz

On October 8, 2025, Opendoor Technologies (OPEN) shocked investors when its stock fell 8.61% in a single trading session. The drop was sharper than the overall market and raised fresh questions about the company’s future in the challenging real estate sector. Opendoor is known as one of the largest “iBuying” platforms, using data and technology…

XI-Trump Summit

China tightens rare earth minerals exports before key Xi-Trump summit

ByAyesha Sadeeqa

China has announced tighter export controls on rare earth elements, effective December 1, 2025. Foreign companies will now need special permits to export items using Chinese-sourced rare earths or related technology. The move comes just before the high-stakes Xi-Trump Summit in South Korea. It suggests China is using its control of 70% of global mining…

Five Water Firms

Five Water Firms Get Green Light for Fresh Bill Hikes up to 5%

ByZehra Naz

On October 9, 2025, the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) approved additional bill increases for five major water companies: Anglian Water, Northumbrian Water, South East Water, Southern Water, and Wessex Water. These firms had appealed to raise their charges beyond the limits set by the industry regulator, Ofwat. While Ofwat had already approved a…

TSMC stock jumps as chipmaker smashes Q3 forecasts on AI demand

TSMC Stock Jumps as Chipmaker Smashes Q3 Forecasts on AI Demand

ByAmna Habib

The TSMC stock is surging after the chipmaking giant delivered a jaw-dropping Q3 performance that far exceeded expectations. Fueled by accelerating AI demand, the company posted a 30 % year-on-year revenue jump, sending invstor confidence into overdrive.  Q3 Blowout: Why TSMC Beat on AI Demand TSMC reported revenues of TWD 989.92 billion (~US $32.47 billion)…