What's new: Six of China's 10 biggest internet companies including Alibaba Group and Tencent Holdings slashed workforces in 2022 to counter business headwinds, a recent survey found. The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology's survey examined employment at China's 10 most valuable internet companies and found that four of them — PDD Holdings, JD.com Inc., East Money Information Co. Ltd. and Beijing Kingsoft Office Software Inc. — continued workforce expansion last year. Industrywide, the total employment grew over the past three years, the survey showed.

https://www.caixinglobal.com/2023-08-08/chinas-internet-majors-downsize-to-weather-business-headwinds-102090837.html

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Octavia Wealth Advisors LLC bought a new stake in shares of Vanguard Information Technology ETF ( NYSEARCA:VGT – Free Report ) during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund bought 594 shares of the exchange traded fund's stock, valued at approximately $229,000. Several other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of VGT. Fairfield Bush & CO. purchased a new position in shares of Vanguard Information Technology ETF in the first quarter valued at about $84,000.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/07/04/octavia-wealth-advisors-llc-buys-new-shares-in-vanguard-information-technology-etf-nysearcavgt.html

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ARGI Investment Services LLC lowered its position in shares of Humana Inc. ( NYSE:HUM – Get Rating ) by 2.3% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 6,137 shares of the insurance provider's stock after selling 143 shares during the quarter. ARGI Investment Services LLC's holdings in Humana were worth $3,143,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/04/20/humana-inc-nysehum-shares-sold-by-argi-investment-services-llc.html

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OLD National Bancorp IN lessened its holdings in shares of Archer-Daniels-Midland Company ( NYSE:ADM – Free Report ) by 5.5% during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 25,992 shares of the company's stock after selling 1,524 shares during the period. OLD National Bancorp IN's holdings in Archer-Daniels-Midland were worth $1,964,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also made changes to their positions in ADM.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/10/08/archer-daniels-midland-company-nyseadm-shares-sold-by-old-national-bancorp-in.html

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Close Brothers Group ( LON:CBG – Get Rating ) ‘s stock had its 'buy' rating restated by stock analysts at Shore Capital in a research note issued on Wednesday, Marketbeat Ratings reports. A number of other research analysts have also issued reports on CBG. Peel Hunt restated a 'hold' rating and set a GBX 1,031 ($12.82) target price on shares of Close Brothers Group in a research report on Tuesday, March 14th. Berenberg Bank lowered their target price on shares of Close Brothers Group from GBX 1,200 ($14.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/05/24/close-brothers-group-loncbg-earns-buy-rating-from-shore-capital.html

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A number of firms have modified their ratings and price targets on shares of Mercury Systems (NASDAQ: MRCY) recently: 8/16/2023 – Mercury Systems was downgraded by analysts at StockNews.com from a 'hold' rating to a 'sell' rating. 8/16/2023 – Mercury Systems had its price target lowered by analysts at Royal Bank of Canada from $40.00 to $35.00. They now have a 'sector perform' rating on the stock. 8/16/2023 – Mercury Systems had its price target lowered by analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/08/22/recent-investment-analysts-ratings-changes-for-mercury-systems-mrcy.html

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08:15 UTC+8, 2023-06-22        0 Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday put forward a three-point proposal on deepening China-France cooperation.   08:15 UTC+8, 2023-06-22        0 Xinhua Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrives at the Paris Orly Airport in Paris, France, on June 21, 2023. Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday put forward a three-point proposal on deepening China-France cooperation: jointly maintain the security and stability of global industrial and supply chains; strengthen cooperation on innovation; foster a sound business environment.

https://www.shine.cn/news/nation/2306223602/

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BNB ( BNB ) traded 4.8% higher against the dollar during the 24 hour period ending at 16:00 PM ET on April 16th. One BNB coin can now be purchased for approximately $349.11 or 0.01150059 BTC on cryptocurrency exchanges. During the last seven days, BNB has traded up 11.8% against the dollar. BNB has a market capitalization of $54.41 billion and approximately $912.22 million worth of BNB was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours. About BNB BNB (BNB) is a BFT coin that uses the BEP-2 hashing algorithm.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/04/16/bnb-bnb-price-reaches-349-11-on-exchanges.html

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ZURICH, Switzerland -More than $68 billion was withdrawn from Credit Suisse in the first three months of 2023, the bank said Monday in what are likely its final quarterly results before it is swallowed by rival UBS. Switzerland's long-time second largest bank saw 61.2 billion Swiss francs ($68.6 billion) withdrawn in the first quarter alone. At the same time, the bank saw its net profit swell to 12.4 billion francs, up from a significant loss a year earlier, after holders of high-risk Credit Suisse debt were wiped out in the emergency takeover deal.

https://business.inquirer.net/397364/over-68b-withdrawn-from-credit-suisse-ahead-of-ubs-takeover

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Counos X ( CCXX ) traded down 0% against the US dollar during the 24 hour period ending at 19:00 PM ET on May 21st. In the last seven days, Counos X has traded 0% higher against the US dollar. Counos X has a market cap of $224.07 million and $417,099.88 worth of Counos X was traded on exchanges in the last day. One Counos X coin can currently be bought for about $12.50 or 0.00046679 BTC on cryptocurrency exchanges. Here's how other cryptocurrencies have performed in the last day: KILT Protocol (KILT) traded down 1.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/05/21/counos-x-ccxx-reaches-self-reported-market-capitalization-of-224-07-million.html

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Republicans at the California state capitol are lobbying Governor Gavin Newsom to veto a bill that they say could eventually lead to bigger fees to register heavier passenger vehicles. The post GOP Warns Cost To Register SUVs and Minivans Could Go Up In California first appeared on myMotherLode.com .

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MANILA, Philippines–Adamson carried out a surefire approach to frustrate University of Santo Tomas in straight sets, 25-15, 25-17, 25-19, on Wednesday in the UAAP Season 85 women's volleyball tournament at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Trisha Tubu delivered the lightning-quick kill on the final set that snuffed the hopes of their rivals and finished with 13 points while Kate Santiago smashed the other side of the floor with 11 attacks as the Lady Falcons registered their third win in four games. Adamson came in prepared, viewing UST's previous match against defending champion National University many times over to neutralize the Tigresses, who achieved a milestone by inflicting the Lady Bulldogs their first defeat after winning 20 straight matches since the 2020 season.

https://sports.inquirer.net/499917/uaap-lady-falcons-cruise-past-tigresses-for-back-to-back-wins

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British swimmer-S Korean rival World swimming champion enjoys rivalry with 'lovely bloke' from S. KoreaBy Yoo Jee-ho FUKUOKA, Japan, July 26 (Yonhap) -- In one of the most riveting finals at the ongoing world swimming championships in Japan, Matthew Richards of Britain nipped past South Korean Hwang Sun-woo over the final stretch to win the men's 200-meter freestyle title Tuesday night. Richards believes it won't be the last time he will be battling the fellow 20-year-old at major meets. "I'm sure, going forward, we're going to continue having several rivalries together," Richards told Yonhap News Agency on Wednesday in Fukuoka, after winning the heats for the 100m freestyle at 47.

https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/001/0014092570?sid=104

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Douglas Lane & Associates LLC lowered its stake in shares of Brookfield Co. (NYSE:BN – Free Report) by 27.1% in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm owned 8,926 shares of the company's stock after selling 3,324 shares during the quarter. Douglas Lane & Associates […] The post Douglas Lane & Associates LLC Sells 3,324 Shares of Brookfield Co. (NYSE:BN) first appeared on Daily Political .

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/09/30/douglas-lane-associates-llc-sells-3324-shares-of-brookfield-co-nysebn.html

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CEBU CITY, Philippines — Luke Bolongan was crowned the Sugbuanon Bowlers United (SUGBU) Bowler of the Month for March on Sunday evening, March 26, at the SM Seaside City Cebu Bowling Center. Bolongan outmatched 15 other qualifiers in the tournament. He finished the five-game series elimination with a total of 1,075 pinfalls, impressively with zero handicap points. Ladder match Meanwhile, eventual second placer Aui Padawan knocked out a total of 983 pins, while Noli Valencia trailed at third with 975 pinfalls.

https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/495401/bolongan-is-sugbus-bowler-of-the-month-of-march

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Denali Advisors LLC purchased a new position in LSI Industries Inc. ( NASDAQ:LYTS – Free Report ) in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor purchased 19,800 shares of the construction company's stock, valued at approximately $249,000. Several other hedge funds have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Canandaigua National Bank & Trust Co. acquired a new position in LSI Industries in the second quarter worth about $133,000.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/09/29/19800-shares-in-lsi-industries-inc-nasdaqlyts-purchased-by-denali-advisors-llc.html

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Thrive PR has relaunched its media and presentation training services, delivered by business journalist, Brad Howarth, Mumbrella can reveal.The service now incl...

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THREAT NO MORE | Threats posed by the Abu Sayyaf terror group have deterred tourists from exploring the beauty of Sulu, including this pristine beach resort in Parang town shown in this Oct. 12, 2022, photo. (Photo by SHEILA MAE DELA CRUZ / Inquirer Mindanao) COTABATO CITY, Maguindanao del Norte, Philippines — The Sulu Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) led by Gov. Abdusakur Tan, with top military and police officials among its members, has declared the province free from the influence of the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG), which officials said could open a new chapter for peace and development in the area.

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1829559/govt-body-declares-sulu-abu-sayyaf-free

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9258 Wealth Management LLC trimmed its position in shares of NVIDIA Co. ( NASDAQ:NVDA – Get Rating ) by 1.4% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 42,264 shares of the computer hardware maker's stock after selling 600 shares during the period. NVIDIA makes up about 1.3% of 9258 Wealth Management LLC's holdings, making the stock its 20th largest holding. 9258 Wealth Management LLC's holdings in NVIDIA were worth $6,177,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/04/21/nvidia-co-nasdaqnvda-shares-sold-by-9258-wealth-management-llc.html

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