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Bank of Japan Signals Further Rate Hikes Amid Strong Economic Conditions
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is expected to maintain its commitment to raising interest rates at its upcoming policy meeting on December 18-19, although the pace of further hikes will depend on economic responses to prior increases, according to sources familiar with the central bank’s thinking. Markets have largely priced in a potential increase from
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Trump Orders Federal Review of Proxy Advisers Amid Criticism of ESG Influence
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday directing federal agencies to review the operations of leading proxy advisory firms, including Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) and Glass Lewis, citing concerns that they advance politically motivated agendas on environmental and social issues. The move intensifies scrutiny of the sector, which advises institutional investors on
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Kidnappers Demand N100 Million Ransom as Abducted Vine Crest College Employee Pleads for Help in Ogun
Magaji Adebanjo, an employee of Vine Crest College, has pleaded for help after being abducted by gunmen along the Kabba road in Kogi State. In a heart-wrenching video obtained by SaharaReporters, Adebanjo is seen tied up, visibly exhausted and terrified, with a gun pointed at his head as he desperately calls for assistance. Details of
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Private Finance Structures to Propel Japan M&A Boom into 2026, Says Goldman Sachs
Japan’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market is set to sustain strong growth into 2026, driven by innovative financing structures leveraging private capital, according to Goldman Sachs. Executives say larger deal sizes and creative funding solutions are enabling companies to pursue acquisitions without overextending their balance sheets, fueling one of the most active M&A environments in
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German Inflation Confirmed at 2.6% in November
Germany’s inflation rate rose to 2.6% year-on-year in November 2025, according to data released Friday by the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis). This figure confirms preliminary estimates and marks an increase from 2.3% in October, reflecting ongoing price pressures in Europe’s largest economy. Consumer Prices in Germany The reported inflation corresponds to harmonized consumer prices, which
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Copper Surpasses Silver as Gold Lags Amid Stimulus Hopes from China
After a strong year for precious metals, attention in the commodities market has shifted to industrial metals, with copper leading the charge. Investors are responding to expectations of additional stimulus measures from China, pushing Shanghai copper futures to record highs and outpacing gains in silver and gold. Copper Climbs as China Stimulus Boosts Demand The
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Rema Reveals Fear of SARS Forced Him to Place Army Friend in the Back Seat During Freestyle Video Shoot
Nigerian singer Rema has opened up about how the fear of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) influenced a decision he made during the filming of one of his freestyle videos. Fear of SARS Influences Safety Decisions The “Calm Down” hitmaker shared on social media that he had to place his Army friend in the back
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Broadcom Shares Drop 5% Following AI-Focused Earnings Report
Shares of Broadcom Inc. fell nearly 5% in Frankfurt trading on Friday, following the company’s recent earnings report that highlighted strong AI-driven revenue growth but projected narrower profit margins. The stock decline mirrored its movement in U.S. after-hours trading, reflecting investor caution over profitability concerns in the booming AI chip sector. Broadcom Reports Strong AI
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Gold Clings to Seven-Week High as Investors Monitor Fed Moves; Silver Nears Record Peak
Gold prices remained near a seven-week high on Friday, supported by expectations of further U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate cuts next year. Meanwhile, silver hovered just below Thursday’s all-time peak, as investors continue to evaluate macroeconomic signals and the potential trajectory of U.S. monetary policy. Gold Maintains Strength Amid Fed Rate Expectations Spot gold rose
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SEBI Faces Privacy Challenges Over Asset Disclosure Proposal for Senior Officers
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is navigating privacy and transparency challenges as it considers a recent panel proposal requiring senior officials to disclose their financial assets and liabilities. The move, aimed at improving governance, has sparked debate over the balance between accountability and personal privacy. Panel Proposes Mandatory Asset Disclosures A panel
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