Apple is seeking to overturn a landmark £1.5bn court ruling on behalf of millions of UK customers, which found the company overcharged them for years in its App Store.The iPhone maker has applied to the court of appeal to challenge a verdict that campaigners heralded as the start of a “tidal shift against big tech”.It is one of a cluster of cases heading towards trial in 2026 as consumers realise the mounting cost of paying up to 30% commission – what campaigners call the “Apple tax” – on apps and in-app pu ...

Silver isn’t just shining on the charts, it has taken over timelines too. As silver stocks surged this year, the internet did what it does best. Social media erupted with memes, jokes and viral posts, turning market rallies into internet comedy and proving once again that when prices jump, the meme-makers move even faster.Memes featuring Al Pacino to scenes from iconic Hollywood movies such as ‘Scarface’, ‘The Big Short,’ – flooded X as silver delivered dazzling returns – soaring over 150% so far this year, ...

Core Insights - China's imports of foreign-branded mobile phones, including Apple's iPhone, experienced a significant increase of 128% in November compared to the same month last year [1] Group 1 - The rise in imports indicates a growing demand for foreign-branded mobile phones in China [1] - Apple's iPhone is specifically mentioned as part of the foreign-branded mobile phone category that saw increased imports [1]

US equity futures are little changed in thin trading with most traders away from the screens, while the bulk of overnight actions was once again in gold and silver as precious metals soared to a new record high driven by feverish Chinese demand. As of 8:15am, S&P futures were flat after closing Wednesday's session at a new record high, while Nasdaq 100 futs were fractionally in the green. Asian markets were mostly higher while European bourses are closed. The dollar was unchanged as were treasuries, with th ...

Core Insights - The article highlights the effectiveness of Apple's new in-ear translation feature, which allows non-Japanese-speaking visitors to communicate with locals in various settings [1] Group 1 - The translation feature was utilized by a first-time visitor to engage with locals at bars, sushi classes, and during a fire ritual [1]

为促进国际及民营资本支持"十五五"时期新型能源体系初步建成的目标，中金资本及华能投资联合 发起China Renewable Power Infrastructure LPF（"中国可再生能源基础设施基金"），并已于今年年中完 成基金首次关账。该基金设立于香港，采用香港有限合伙基金(HKLPF)架构，中金实体担任普通合伙人 及管理人，华能投资担任投资顾问，基金投资人为数家苹果公司供应商。 中金公司以"植根中国 融通世界"为初心使命，拥有独特的国际化基因，积极服务中资企业"走出 去"，以及国际资本"引进来"。本次基金设立，体现了中金公司长期支持国家高水平对外开放及高质量 发展战略，切实支持大型跨国集团产业生态在华绿色投资，深化外资在华业务布局，实现国际资本与国 内经济的互惠共赢。 (责任编辑：关婧) 该基金具有实现财务回报及绿色权益的双重目标，旨在为中国可再生能源项目提供资金支持，包括 处于早期开发阶段的项目。我们预计到2030年，该基金将通过投资为国内每年新增100万兆瓦时的清洁 电力。 ...

为促进国际及民营资本支持"十五五"时期新型能源体系初步建成的目标，中金资本及华能投资联合发起 China Renewable Power Infrastructure LPF("中国可再生能源基础设施基金")，并已于今年年中完成基金 首次关账。该基金设立于香港，采用香港有限合伙基金(HKLPF)架构，中金实体担任普通合伙人及管理 人，华能投资担任投资顾问，基金投资人为数家苹果公司供应商。 该基金具有实现财务回报及绿色权益的双重目标，旨在为中国可再生能源项目提供资金支持，包括处于 早期开发阶段的项目。我们预计到2030年，该基金将通过投资为国内每年新增100万兆瓦时的清洁电 力。 中金公司以"植根中国融通世界"为初心使命，拥有独特的国际化基因，积极服务中资企业"走出去"，以 及国际资本"引进来"。本次基金设立，体现了中金公司长期支持国家高水平对外开放及高质量发展战 略，切实支持大型跨国集团产业生态在华绿色投资，深化外资在华业务布局，实现国际资本与国内经济 的互惠共赢。 ...

The U.S. stock market is closed today, Thursday, December 25, 2025, in observance of the Christmas Day holiday, providing a pause after a robust, record-setting session on Christmas Eve. Both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq will remain fully shut, with normal trading operations set to resume on Friday, December 26, 2025. This holiday closure follows a shortened trading day on Wednesday, December 24, when major indexes closed higher, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching ne ...

Core Viewpoint - Meta Platforms is positioning itself as a leader in the smart glasses market, with the potential to become a major player in consumer electronics by the 2030s, similar to Apple's impact in mobile computing [1][10]. Group 1: Smart Glasses Development - Meta launched its first augmented reality (AR) smart glasses, Meta Ray-Ban Display, in September, which includes a built-in display and integrates Meta AI [5]. - The company is working on the Orion smart glasses, expected to launch in 2027, featuring a built-in display on both lenses for a holographic experience [6]. - Meta has been investing in smart glasses for years and currently holds a 73% market share in smart glasses shipments as of the first half of 2025, up from 66% in the second half of 2024 [9]. Group 2: Revenue Potential - Meta's Reality Labs unit is expected to generate significant revenue from smart glasses, complementing its existing income from targeted advertising [2]. - The integration of superintelligence with smart glasses could enhance their utility, making them primary computing devices, potentially displacing smartphones [8][10]. Group 3: Investment Insights - Hedge fund billionaires have increased their stakes in Meta, indicating confidence in the company's future growth [7]. - Analysts project Meta's earnings to grow at an annual rate of 17% over the next three years, with a median target price of $842.50 per share, suggesting a 26% upside from the current price [12][13].

Market Overview - Major stock indexes, including the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite, have seen significant year-to-date increases of 14%, 16%, and 20% respectively as of December 19 [1] - Despite historical trends of long-term growth, equities rarely advance in a straight line, indicating potential challenges ahead for investors in the new year [2] Company-Specific Insights Palantir Technologies - Palantir Technologies has a price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of nearly 127, which is considered unsustainable and indicative of a bubble [7] - The company's AI platforms, Gotham and Foundry, provide a sustainable growth rate, but the current valuation is excessively high compared to historical norms [5][6] Beyond Meat - Beyond Meat's stock has experienced volatility, including a 1,600% increase in October due to a debt-for-equity exchange, but the company's operating performance has declined, with U.S. retail sales dropping 18% year-over-year in Q3 [9][11] - The company's share count has significantly increased due to capital raises, reducing the likelihood of a short squeeze and indicating a lack of pricing power [10][11] Tesla - Tesla's sales are projected to decline by 3% in 2025, yet the stock has reached an all-time high, raising concerns about its valuation [13] - The company relies heavily on unsustainable income sources, such as automotive regulatory credits, which could impact its long-term financial health [16] Apple - Apple has a strong market position with its iPhone and growing services segment, but its valuation appears inflated with a price-to-earnings ratio of 33 for fiscal 2026 [19][21] - The company's substantial share repurchase program has masked its true operating performance, with net income growth of only 12% from fiscal 2022 to 2025 [20][21] Strategy (MSTR) - Strategy holds a significant amount of Bitcoin but has seen its stock price drop 43% year-to-date, with concerns about its operating model and reliance on issuing shares to pay dividends on preferred stock [24][26][27] - The company's outstanding share count has increased by 149% over the past three years, raising questions about its sustainability and attractiveness as an investment [27]