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Defense Stocks Tumble as Trump's Ukraine Peace Plan Sparks Uncertainty
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4mo ago

Defense Stocks Tumble as Trump's Ukraine Peace Plan Sparks Uncertainty

European arms makers lead losses as investors weigh the prospect of reduced military spending, with US contractors like Lockheed Martin and RTX also under pressure.

US Meat Producers Face Pressure as Trump Scraps Brazil Beef Tariffs
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4mo ago

US Meat Producers Face Pressure as Trump Scraps Brazil Beef Tariffs

White House rolls back a 40% tariff on Brazilian beef imports, intensifying competition for domestic producers like Tyson Foods amid high cattle costs.

Foxconn Chairman Warns of 'Brutal' Shakeout in China's EV Market
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4mo ago

Foxconn Chairman Warns of 'Brutal' Shakeout in China's EV Market

Comments from the head of the world's largest electronics manufacturer signal looming consolidation as intense price wars erode profitability for scores of automakers.

Airline Stocks Lose Altitude on Fears of Geopolitical Oil Spike
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4mo ago

Airline Stocks Lose Altitude on Fears of Geopolitical Oil Spike

Increased US and Russian naval activity near Venezuela introduces new risk to crude markets, threatening to reverse the trend of falling jet fuel costs that has recently boosted the sector.

Airline Stocks Slip Despite Relief from Falling Oil Prices
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4mo ago

Airline Stocks Slip Despite Relief from Falling Oil Prices

Investors weigh the benefit of lower fuel costs against persistent concerns over rising labor expenses and mixed signals in consumer travel demand.

Energy Stocks Slide as Oil Prices Hit Multi-Week Lows
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4mo ago

Energy Stocks Slide as Oil Prices Hit Multi-Week Lows

Easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and rising U.S. inventories create dual headwinds for a sector grappling with oversupply fears.

US Cuts Brazil Farm Tariffs, Squeezing Producers and Aiding Restaurants
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4mo ago

US Cuts Brazil Farm Tariffs, Squeezing Producers and Aiding Restaurants

Policy move to combat food inflation offers relief to restaurant chains battling high costs but intensifies pressure on domestic beef and coffee suppliers.

US Policy Shift Clouds Outlook for Clean Energy Sector
Sector Analysis
4mo ago

US Policy Shift Clouds Outlook for Clean Energy Sector

Department of Energy cuts key offices and billions in project funding, creating headwinds for a sector recently buoyed by rate-cut optimism.