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Morning Bid: The spoils of oil

Wednesday, January 7 by SRN News

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rocky Swift As Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro awaits his fate in a New York jail, nearly $2 billion worth of the nation's oil appears to be bound for the United States as well. The... Read More.

Exclusive-Czech defence firm CSG nears IPO decision that would boost M&A war chest

Wednesday, January 7 by SRN News

PRAGUE, Jan 7 (Reuters) - Czech arms and ammunition firm Czechoslovak Group (CSG) has discussed with banks floating around 15% of its shares in a potential initial public offering, with a decision yet to be reached, owner and Chair Michal Strnad told Reuters. Strnad said... Read More.

At CES, auto and tech companies transform cars into proactive companions

Wednesday, January 7 by SRN News

LAS VEGAS (AP) - In a vision of the near future shared at CES, a girl slides into the back seat of her parents' car and the cabin instantly comes alive. The vehicle recognizes her, knows it's her birthday and cues up her favorite... Read More.

The coolest technology from Day 2 of CES 2026

Wednesday, January 7 by SRN News

LAS VEGAS (AP) - Crowds flooded the freshly opened showroom floors on Day 2 of the CES and were met by thousands of robots, AI companions, assistants, health longevity tech, wearables and more. Siemens President and CEO Roland Busch kicked off the day with a... Read More.

Asian shares trade mixed after Wall Street hits records on tech gains

Tuesday, January 6 by SRN News

TOKYO (AP) - Asian shares traded mixed Wednesday, calming somewhat from the buzz set off by recent record rallies on Wall Street, while investors' attention turned to global interest rates and uncertainty caused by developments in Venezuela. Despite a broad rally on Wall Street,... Read More.

A year after LA-area wildfires destroyed thousands of homes, fewer than a dozen have been rebuilt

Tuesday, January 6 by SRN News

LOS ANGELES (AP) - On the first anniversary of the most destructive wildfires in the L.A. area, the scant home construction projects stand out among the still mostly flattened landscapes. Fewer than a dozen homes have been rebuilt in Los Angeles County since Jan. 7,... Read More.

An eventful first week in his job for CBS News’ Tony Dokoupil, maybe not as intended

Tuesday, January 6 by SRN News

No one can say Tony Dokoupil is slipping into his new job as "CBS Evening News" anchor unnoticed. In a week, he's issued a veritable manifesto for how he intends to fulfill the role, cast subtle shade on saintly predecessor Walter Cronkite, had an unexpected... Read More.

Dollar meanders as traders await key US economic data

Tuesday, January 6 by SRN News

By Rae Wee SINGAPORE, Jan 7 (Reuters) - The dollar hugged tight ranges on Wednesday ahead of a slew of U.S. economic data that could set the tone for the Federal Reserve's rate outlook, something traders consider more consequential for currencies than ongoing geopolitical tensions. Markets... Read More.

Crude oil slumps, Asian shares edge lower as global tensions climb

Tuesday, January 6 by SRN News

By Rocky Swift TOKYO, Jan 7 (Reuters) - Crude futures slid and resource shares climbed in Asian trading as markets absorbed the impact of political upheaval in Venezuela and the fate of its petroleum reserves. Oil prices continued their slide after U.S. President Donald Trump said... Read More.

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