Venezuela underwent major economic and social changes in the mid-20th century. Jack Manning/Getty Images Venezuela, home to the world's largest oil reserves, was once among the world's richest nations...
Getty Images; Alyssa Powell/BI The must-read story in the $5 trillion hedge fund industry used to be about who made the biggest trade or launched the biggest fund. Now it's about who made the biggest ...
Trump pledged to use proceeds from the sale of this oil "to benefit the people" of both countries. (Image credit: Evan Vucci)...
US president attacks oil major’s chief executive over his scepticism about investing in South American country...
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Elon Musk’s carmaker delivered fewer fully electric models than its rival in 2025...
The second-hand smartphone market has grown significantly in recent years, but other, bulkier items like washing machines are less frequently refurbished and resold. That could soon be changing....
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Collectible cups, keychains, and tote bags are the new normal at fast food restaurants. Ploy Phutpheng/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Collectable cups, keychains, and tote bags are the lates...
US President seeks to win commitments to invest up to $100bn...
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Bitcoin has slipped from highs near $94,000 as selling pressure returned, exposing the rally’s thin leverage despite improving liquidity....
The new government in Prague wants to change the constitution to anchor the Czech crown as the country's legal tender and guarantee the right to use cash, not just cards. Why has it made this pledge, ...
Rich nations built their wealth on coal, oil and gas. Now the world is asking poorer countries like Mozambique to chart a different course. Is a fossil-free path to development realistic?...
Gold fractals, Bitcoin cost basis heatmap, and long-term moving averages offer clues on where BTC’s next major move may emerge in 2026....
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The secondhand smartphone market has grown significantly in recent years, but other, bulkier items like washing machines are less frequently refurbished and resold. That could soon be changing....
The billionaires said reading is the top habit they attribute to success. twomeows/Getty Images Some of JPMorgan's billionaire clients shared the habits they most associate with success. Many of the h...
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