π¨ The latest economic data from the United States for December shows a decline in key indicators. The S&P Composite PMI has dropped to 53, down from 54.2. The S&P Manufacturing PMI is now at 51.8, a decrease from 52.2. Additionally, the S&P Services PMI fell to 52.9, compared to the previous 54.1. These figures suggest a slowdown in economic activity as the year comes to a close.
β΄οΈ According to CryptoQuant, the cryptocurrency market has entered a phase of cleansing from "weak hands." This shift indicates that less committed investors are exiting, potentially leading to a stronger market foundation. For more details, visit CryptoQuant.
π Canadian company Matador Technologies is set to raise an additional $75 million to acquire BTC for its balance sheet.
π’πΊπΈππΊ The United States will supply Hungary with 2 billion cubic meters of LNG over the next five years, as part of a new agreement.
β¨πΊπΈ Mastercard has announced a partnership with the ADI Fund in Abu Dhabi to expand settlements in stablecoins and tokenized assets across the UAE and the Middle East. The collaboration aims to enhance blockchain innovation in the region, facilitating more efficient transactions. For more details, visit the official announcement here.
β οΈπͺπΊ Business activity growth in the Eurozone slowed more than expected at the end of 2025. In November, the decline in manufacturing deepened, while the recovery in the dominant services sector of the bloc also lost momentum, according to RTRS.
π¨π’οΈπΊπΈ WTI crude oil prices have fallen below $55, marking the lowest level since February 2021. If prices dip below $50, American oil producers may begin to rally against former President Trump, reflecting growing frustrations within the industry.
π¨π’οΈπ»πͺ Venezuela's state-owned oil company PDVSA is facing delays in oil shipments, increasing discounts, and demands from clients to alter spot contract terms following the U.S. seizure of a vessel transporting oil from the OPEC nation, traders and sources reported β BBG.
π¨ Documents related to the Epstein case may be released in the United States this coming Friday, December 19.
π± Apple plans to expand its smartphone lineup from five to seven models by the fall of 2027, according to a report from The Information.
β οΈπΊπ¦ The next meeting between Ukrainian and U.S. delegations to discuss a peace settlement with Russia will take place in Miami, according to President Zelensky. He will not attend the meeting, which is expected to occur this weekend. During a press conference, Zelensky stated that the delegations will discuss a 20-point plan following Russia's response to it. Experts suggest that the outcome may not yield significant results.
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π Morgan Stanley reports that Tesla will significantly expand its fleet of robotaxis by 2026 as it meets technical and regulatory milestones. Many analysts believe that the robotaxi sector will bring substantial profits to Tesla.
π¨ The United States has warned of retaliatory measures against European companies due to a digital tax, as indicated by U.S. Trade Representative Greer. This follows previous statements by former President Trump, who announced potential sanctions or tariffs on countries targeting U.S. tech giants. For more details, visit US THREATENS TO RETALIATE AGAINST EU FIRMS OVER DIGITAL TAX.
ππ·πΊ ALROSA, the Russian diamond mining giant, announced that its diamond production is set to decline by 10-15% in 2025, down from 33 million carats in 2024. The company has adjusted its operations by halting production at less profitable mines. Future output will depend on market conditions. ALROSA aims to maintain its position as a global leader, accounting for over 30% of the world's diamond production and more than 40% of known reserves, according to CEO Pavel Marinychev in an interview with The Times of India.