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SpaceX increases valuation by US$350 billion thanks to an internal operation

SpaceX increases valuation by US$350 billion thanks to an internal operation

SpaceX and its investors agreed to buy up to $1.25 billion in insider shares in a transaction that values ​​Elon Musk’s rocket and satellite maker at $350 billion, according to an internal email seen by Bloomberg. The share price of US$185 is substantially higher than the US$112 established in a previous valuation less than three ...

Global airlines expect record flow of 5.2 billion passengers by 2025

Global airlines expect record flow of 5.2 billion passengers by 2025

The global airline industry is expected to achieve US$36.6 billion in net revenue in 2025, boosted by a record 5.2 billion passengers set to fly, the industry’s main lobby group said in its annual forecast. The outlook represents a 16% increase compared to 2024 figures. Industry profit margins will be 3.6%, higher than 3.3% in ...

China opens investigation against Nvidia for possible violations of antitrust law

China opens investigation against Nvidia for possible violations of antitrust law

China has opened an investigation into Nvidia over suspicions that the American chipmaker has violated antitrust laws. The State Administration for Market Regulation opened an investigation into the company’s recent behavior, as reported on Monday by China Central Television. Nvidia’s position as the leading supplier of artificial intelligence chips has put it in the crossfire ...

The Central Bank of France said that the Government must put its finances in order

The Central Bank of France said that the Government must put its finances in order

The governor of the French Central Bank put pressure on the country’s political class on Tuesday, deeply divided, to face strained public finances. The collapse of Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government last week left France’s 2025 budget in limbo. and ministers rushed to prepare interim legislation to extend the 2024 spending caps until a new ...

Musk, the richest man in the world, is now the largest political donor to the US.

Musk, the richest man in the world, is now the largest political donor to the US.

Elon Musk poured at least $274 million into political groups in 2024, fueling a spending spree that helped Donald Trump win the presidency, and securing a new title: the most prolific donor of the election cycle. His total puts him well ahead of the second-largest donor, investor Timothy Mellon, who has given $197 million primarily ...

Uncertainty grows in Mexico regarding Pemex's payment to all its suppliers

Uncertainty grows in Mexico regarding Pemex’s payment to all its suppliers

El Economista – Mexico City Two weeks have passed since the large service providers to Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex) publicly requested information on the date on which the state-owned company would settle its debts to allow them to at least cover costs, pay salaries and close the year. There is no news yet, although there are ...

Cemex to participate in US$865 million bridge project in Tampa, Florida

Cemex to participate in US$865 million bridge project in Tampa, Florida

The Mexican cement company Cemex announced on Monday its participation in a US$865 million project for the construction of a bridge in Floridasoutheastern United States, which sIt is expected to be open in 2025 and will be essential for preventive evacuations when there are hurricanesaccording to the company. Cemex reported that so far it has ...

US attacks Isis targets in Syria in show of force after Assad's departure

US attacks Isis targets in Syria in show of force after Assad’s departure

US airstrikes hit dozens of Islamic State targets in central Syria on Sundaywhile President Joe Biden warned that Bashar al-Assad’s fall from power could open the door to a resurgence of Islamic extremism. “We are clear that Isis will try to take advantage of any gap to restore its capabilities and create a safe haven,” ...

Chinese central bank resumes gold purchases in November after six months of pause

Chinese central bank resumes gold purchases in November after six months of pause

China’s central bank resumed buying gold for its reserves in November after a six-month pause, official data showed on Saturday. The People’s Bank of China (Pboc) was the world’s largest official sector gold buyer in 2023.The resumption of its purchases could support demand from Chinese investorswhich was cushioned since the entity interrupted its 18-month purchasing ...

Donald Trump trusts Hegseth and says he can win confirmation in the Senate

Donald Trump trusts Hegseth and says he can win confirmation in the Senate

President-elect Donald Trump said he still had confidence that Pete Hegseth, his disputed pick for defense secretary, could achieve confirmation in the United States Senate and that his team would work to advance the nomination. “Yes, I believe it. “I really believe it,” Trump responded in an interview with NBC News’ Meet the Press program. ...