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The price of oil has slipped and precious metals surged after U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a weekend raid

Trump touts action against Colombia, Iran, after Venezuela takeover

China’s services activity expanded at the weakest pace in six months, according to a private survey, as new export business returned to contraction because of fewer tourist arrivals.

Emerging-market stocks were on track to hit a record, buoyed by persistent gains in Asian technology shares that have fueled risk appetite across the developing world.

Chinas services activity expanded at its slowest pace in six months in December, as growth in new business softened and foreign demand declined, a private-sector survey showed on Monday.

China’s services growth hits 6-month low in December, shows private PMI

Corporate borrowers in Asia on Monday kicked off dollar bond sales for 2026, with expectations that global issuance may reach record levels this year to fund projects ranging from AI infrastructure to investments in the US.

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Wall St futures steady as markets assess fallout from Venezuela attack

China says it cannot accept countries acting as ’world judge’ after US captures Maduro

Amid a massive run, this quiet infrastructure name is still attracting fresh capital, and the numbers explain why.

The S&P 500 rallied 16.39% in 2025, mostly on the back of enthusiasm over AI, though some pockets of the sector weakened as the year drew to a close.

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Trump says new military operation focused on Colombia sounds good to him

Samsung shares hit record high as CEO comment boosts AI hopes

Ferrari vs. Stellantis: Which car stock to own for 2026? BofA weighs in

Delivery giant UPS has bounced back in recent months, but its not too late to grab this high-yielding stock at a more-than-reasonable price.

Asian shares shrug off Venezuela impact and climb; oil volatile

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Oracle and Palantir took center stage this year as the artificial intelligence sector continued to dominate the conversation.

Japans manufacturing activity stalled in December as demand declined at a slower pace from the previous month, a private-sector survey showed, ending a five-month streak of deterioration.

Japan’s factory activity steadies as demand declines slow, PMI shows

Russian politicians say Trump strike on Venezuela unlawful, destabilising

After the US’s stunning capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro over the weekend, the focus is turning to how quickly the country with the world’s largest proven crude reserves can raise output.

Asia-Pacific markets were set to open the first official trading week of 2026 on a firmer footing after the U.S. said it captured Venezuelas Nicolas Maduro, with oil prices easing.

Gold prices jump as US action in Venezuela boosts haven demand

Trump political base sets aside isolationism to cheer Maduro capture

Dollar firmer as Venezuela raid hangs over sentiment

Kia targets 3.35 million vehicle sales in 2026

South Korean automaker Kia Corp said in a regulatory filing on Monday it is targeting 3.35 million vehicle sales in 2026.

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Stock futures were steady on Sunday night, as global markets reacted to the U.S. attack on Venezuela and capture of leader Nicolas Maduro.

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EQT, EXE and CTRA could see long-term gains even as natural gas prices slip on mild weather and strong U.S. output.

U.S. payrolls, Canadian jobs, a huge round of global inflation reports, and one solitary central bank decision out of Peru are this weeks major economic events.

JBL, CIEN, CMC and PAA show strong relative price strength, earnings momentum, and rising analyst estimates for 2026.

Small caps jump early in 2026, reviving the January Effect. ETFs like VTWO offer diversified exposure to potential seasonal and macro-driven gains.

LGGNY, BAP and CCBG made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on January 5th, 2026.

While subdued asset quality remains a concern, falling rates and easier lending criteria are expected to boost the Zacks Consumer Loans industrys prospects. So, firms like Enova International and Encore Capital are poised to gain.

Despite beating the number in each of the last four quarters this company is seeing estimates for next year fall

LLY, MDT, ISRG, REGN and JNJ are five defensive medical stocks using AI to drive growth, diagnostics and innovation into 2026.

OI, MMS and ALGT made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on January 5th, 2026.

ALL, GLDD and ALRM made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on January 5th, 2026.

Targets careful mix of cash flow discipline, rising capex and steady shareholder returns underpins its long-term growth strategy.

D stock trades above its 200-day SMA as clean energy investments, data center demand and customer growth fuel momentum.

UNH shares are down 34.5% in a year as costs and margins bite, with Q4 earnings and 2026 guidance set to test whether value is emerging.

The S&P 500???s three-year surge, powered by tech and AI, puts the spotlight on FSELX, PRSCX and JNGTX as funds to watch.

KVYO, MMS, CCBG, BAP and LGGNY have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on January 5th, 2026.