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Lindus Health Raises $55M to 'Fix the Broken Clinical Trial Industry'

Lindus Health, an AI-driven clinical trial platform, bags $55M Series B to revolutionize the drug development process. By automating trial design, recruitment, and data collection, Lindus empowers biotech and pharma companies to accelerate drug discovery and improve patient outcomes.

Netflix Stock Surges 14% on Record Subscriber Gains and Buyback

Netflix stock jumps 14% in pre-market trading after reporting Q4 earnings that beat expectations, including a whopping 18.9 million user gain and a $15 billion stock buyback.

Goldman Sachs Elevates Stars to Run Big Wall Street Businesses

Goldman Sachs promotes a new generation of leaders to run its Wall Street businesses, including Erdit Hoxha, Cyril Goddeeris, Kunal Shah, Jason Brauth, and Kim Posnett.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's Meta-morphosis: An Inside Look

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's political embrace of President Trump sparks concern and questions among employees over the company's reputation. Zuckerberg has axed third-party fact-checking, hired Trump loyalists, and reinstated political content, aligning himself with Elon Musk's moves. Analysts speculate on the impact of these changes and Trump's support for rival platform TikTok.

Chicago's Little Village Braces for Impact of Potential Immigration Raids

Chicago's Little Village, known as the "Mexico of the Midwest," becomes a ghost town as fears of immigration raids following Trump's inauguration spread. Businesses see a steep decline in foot traffic as residents fear venturing out, raising concerns about long-term economic impacts.

Energy Shake-up: Trump Scraps Climate Policies, Boosts Fossil Fuels

President Trump overhauls US energy policy, prioritizing fossil fuel production and withdrawing from climate change efforts. His directives aim to boost energy production and reduce costs, but face potential legal challenges.

Trump Announces Trade Actions Aimed at Global Reversal

President Trump delayed imposing tariffs on China, instead directing his administration to investigate unfair global trade practices and Beijing's compliance with a previous deal. The fact sheet released outlines measures to address foreign currency manipulation and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains. While Trump threatened increased tariffs on BRICS countries, he refrained from setting a date for additional Chinese tariffs. The decision indicates a shift towards negotiations and a potential new deal with China.

Glencore Open to M&A Deals, Including Possible Rio Tinto Merger

Glencore, a global copper producer, is open to M&A deals that enhance shareholder value. Despite failed attempts with BHP and Rio Tinto, Glencore continues to seek potential transactions. With copper demand rising for energy transition, Glencore explores cash deals to acquire undervalued companies like Anglo American and Rio Tinto.

The Disconnect Between Economic Data and Sentiment

The relationship between economic variables is often analyzed using scatterplots and linear regression. While the R-squared value indicates the correlation between variables, it's important to remember that even a high R-squared doesn't guarantee an exact prediction. Market concentration, currency fluctuations, Fed rate cuts, and valuations may not always correlate with market performance. Instead, a holistic analysis considering multiple factors is crucial for understanding market behavior. Despite the unpredictability of short-term returns, the long-term outlook for the stock market remains positive, driven by earnings growth. While risks exist, the economy and markets have historically overcome challenges. Investors should always approach the market with caution and be prepared for potential fluctuations.

Dollar Slides as Traders Pare Bets Ahead of Trump Inauguration

The dollar declined against major currencies in the lead-up to President Trump's inauguration. Bullish bets on the greenback had been at their highest levels since 2019, making it vulnerable to a correction.