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Nations React to Reported $1 Billion Fee for Trump’s Peace Board

  President Trump said the Peace Board 'will embark on a new approach to resolving global conflict'. Reports surrounding President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of Peace have ignited global debate after claims surfaced that countries may be asked to contribute $1 billion to secure or maintain permanent membership. The board, envisioned as a body overseeing governance and reconstruction efforts in Gaza, would reportedly be chaired by Trump himself, who would hold authority over which nations are admitted. A draft charter circulating among diplomats outlines three‑year membership terms, renewable only with the chairman’s approval. It also suggests that nations contributing $1 billion within the first year could bypass term limits and secure a permanent seat. The White House has pushed back on the reports, calling them misleading and insisting that no mandatory membership fee exists. Officials acknowledged that major financial contributors could receive greater influence but ...

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Another Winning Week for Wall Street: Records Keep Rolling In


Wall Street wrapped up yet another triumphant week, with U.S. stocks surging to new heights. The S&P 500 climbed 0.5% to 5,096.27, surpassing its own record set just last week. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq composite led the charge, boasting a remarkable gain of 0.9% to reach 38,996.39, eclipsing its previous all-time high from 2021.

Market Highlights:

  1. Dell Technologies Soars: Dell Technologies stole the spotlight, rocketing an impressive 31.6%. The company reported robust profits and revenue for the latest quarter, outperforming expectations.

  2. Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 Sets Records: Japanese stocks continued their meteoric rise, with Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 surging 1.9% to close at 39,940.00. This index recently surpassed its 1989 peak, marking a significant milestone in Japan’s financial history.

  3. Global Economic Outlook: While Japan’s unemployment rate dipped to 2.4% in January, the purchasing managers index for manufacturing activity signaled subdued demand both domestically and internationally. Investors are eagerly awaiting China’s National People’s Congress next week, where economic revitalization policies will take center stage.

  4. Asia’s Resilience: Asian markets remained resilient. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng edged up 0.3%, and China’s Shanghai Composite added 0.3%. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 advanced 0.6%, while Korea’s market remained closed for a holiday.

  5. Wall Street’s Winning Streak: The Dow Jones Industrial Average finished just below its previous record, rising 0.1% to 38,996.39. Wall Street’s unwavering momentum continues, with the S&P 500 celebrating its 16th winning week in the last 18.

As the bull market charges ahead, investors remain cautiously optimistic. Will this winning streak persist? Only time will tell, but for now, Wall Street revels in its record-breaking achievements. 

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