The US captured Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro in a dramatic military operation that shocked global markets and threw investors into reassessment mode.Explosions were reported in Caracas early Saturday morning, followed by President Trump’s announcement that Maduro had been captured and flown out of the country to face narco-terrorism and weapons…
SanDisk (NASDAQ: SNDK) was the “top-performing” S&P 500 stock last year, as index inclusion drove institutional capital to the flash memory firm – but Citi sees it pushing higher still in 2026.In her latest research note, senior analyst Asiya Merchant maintained a “buy” rating on SNDK shares, with a $280…
Norway moved within striking distance of effectively eliminating gasoline and diesel cars from its new car market after electric vehicles accounted for nearly all new registrations last year, reinforcing the country’s position as the world’s leading adopter of EVs.Data published on Friday by the Norwegian Road Traffic Information Council, known…
Luxury goods companies are facing renewed pressure on profitability after a sharp rise in discounting during 2025, as consumers increasingly question the value of high-end products following years of aggressive price increases. Industry data shows that as much as 40% of luxury goods were sold at discounted prices last year,…
The US captured Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro in a dramatic military operation that shocked global markets and threw investors into reassessment mode.Explosions were reported in Caracas early Saturday morning, followed by President Trump’s announcement that Maduro had been captured and flown out of the country to face narco-terrorism and weapons…
This week’s most relevant crypto stories in Latin America highlight how digital assets are moving from speculation to everyday use.On one hand, Bitcoin-powered travel is gaining ground in El Salvador with the expansion of Airbtc, a booking platform built exclusively for BTC users and already showing strong local adoption.On the…
The S&P 500 Index and its ETFs, like SPY, VOO, and the IVV had a strong performance in 2025 as the technology boom accelerated. It soared by 20% this year, and Wall Street analysts believe that the trend will continue in the coming year.Most companies in the S&P 500 Index…
The S&P 500 Index had a strong performance in 2025 as it jumped by over 16% from January and by ~41% from its lowest point in April when Donald Trump announced his reciprocal tariffs. This article explores why analysts anticipate more gains this year and why the SPYM is a…
The crypto market started the year well, with Bitcoin and most altcoins holding steady. Bitcoin remains above $91,000, while the market capitalization of all tokens rose to over $3.11 trillion. This article highlights some of the top cryptocurrencies to watch this week, including Ethena (ENA), Jito (JTO), Pump (PUMP), and…
European markets enter 2026 at a crossroads, marked by symbolic highs, regulatory assertiveness, and uneven economic momentum.Britain’s benchmark index has broken new ground, underscoring renewed confidence in large-cap equities, while regulators strengthen transparency powers with potential market implications.On the continent, manufacturing conditions continue to deteriorate, contrasting with sharply divergent trends…