Hiring was unchanged at around 5.9m (3.7%); total separations, which, according to the Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS), include quits, layoffs, discharges and other separations, was also little changed at 5.7m (3.6%). The quit rate came in at 3.6m and was almost the same as the previous month at 2.3%. The BLS noted that the…
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The technology involved in the integration from the Brokeree Solutions side is Exposure Manager – a post-execution hedging solution for automated risk management. Through this integration, the Exposure Manager, previously exclusive to MetaTrader brokerages, now evolves into a multi-platform solution. As a result, all brokers who provide their services via the TradeEvolution platform gain access…
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This deal puts Amicus in a better position to increase its revenues and become a leading biotech in the field of rare diseases. Blackstone only requires interest-only payments until late 2026, with a maturity date of October 2029. Apart from debt refinancing, the money will also go towards continued operations. The President and Chief Executive…
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The move is likely to strengthen MKTX’s position as one of the leading platforms for fixed-income securities trading. The US-based company already has a client base of 2,000+ firms who rely on the OpenTrading marketplace to conduct secure trades and drive cost-savings. MarketAxess CEO Chris Concannon said he was delighted to close the deal for…
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UBS share trading stopped temporarily on 27th September after falling by nearly 8%. This occurred in the wake of a Bloomberg news report about a current US Department of Justice probe into the possibility that the financial institution failed to comply with sanctions and, in doing so, helped Russian clients side-step the sanctions. In light…
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After just missing a 16-year high, US GDP data has shown yields to be marginally smaller than expected for September. The retreat in yields has allowed risk assets some breathing space, but with the 10-year note still above the 4.5% level, investors are anxious about a downward spiral in October due to Index uncertainty. Market…
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Some investors believe this is just the tip of the iceberg and predict government bonds will weaken even further. They may have a point, as both US and German government bond yields were pegged for significant quarterly increases but failed to live up to expectations. Poor performances dashed the hopes of fund managers who thought…
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This news follows the May announcement regarding the company’s launch of the Coinbase International Exchange. This is a non-US exchange with a class F licence from the BMA. Experts believe this regulatory approval will open doors for crypto asset trading. This would be a positive move for the industry at a time when financial regulations…
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The most important economic data for this week are: U.S. durable goods orders on Wednesday at 12:30 PM GMT. The data for the month of August are expected to increase by almost 5% and, since durable goods orders are a leading indicator of manufacturing activity, then, if the expectations are confirmed, there might be some…
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All three companies kicked their IPOs off on a high note, with trade closing above the initial pricing on the first day. Since, share prices have been seesawed somewhat, fueling renewed rounds of speculations. It seems short sellers played a significant role in Arm Holdings’ stock, which dipped below its $51 IPO price for the…
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