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- Berkshire Hathaway begins repurchasing shares, CEO Greg Abel buys $15 million in stock — Berkshire Hathaway has initiated a share repurchase program, with CEO Greg Abel making a significant personal investment of $15 million in company stock. This move signals confidence in the company’s future prospects and is being closely watched by investors. CNBC US Top News
- Iran war threatens $11.7 trillion global travel industry as passengers get caught in crossfire — The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is causing significant disruption to the global travel industry, with airlines and cruise operators facing cancellations and rerouting as passengers become caught in the crossfire. Experts estimate the potential economic impact could reach $11.7 trillion. CNBC US Top News
- Merkley proposes prediction market ban for government officials after Maduro, Iran bets — Senator Mark Merkley is proposing legislation to ban prediction markets for government officials following recent bets on the Maduro regime and Iranian elections, citing concerns about undue influence and potential conflicts of interest. The bill aims to prevent the misuse of information for political gain. CNBC US Top News
- Spain rejects White House claim it agreed to cooperate with U.S. forces amid Iran war — The Spanish government has refuted a claim made by U.S. President Trump that Spain had agreed to cooperate with U.S. forces in the Middle East, asserting that Spain has not provided any assistance or support for military operations. The denial comes amid ongoing diplomatic tensions surrounding the conflict. CNBC US Top News
- Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures fall after Wall Street’s bounce back — Stock market futures are pointing lower as the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq are expected to decline following a positive day on Wall Street, driven by concerns about the Iran conflict and broader economic uncertainty. Investors are closely monitoring developments in the Middle East and awaiting further economic data. Yahoo Finance Top
Finance/Markets
- Price Action Weighed on Coinbase Global’s (COIN) Performance in Q4 — Coinbase’s stock price was negatively impacted by its Q4 earnings report, with investors citing unfavorable price action and concerns about the cryptocurrency market’s overall performance. The company’s revenue fell short of expectations, leading to a decline in its share value. Yahoo Finance Top
- Illumina (ILMN) Gaining from Stronger Than Expected Results — Illumina’s stock is experiencing a boost following its Q4 earnings release, which showed stronger-than-expected results driven by increased demand for its genomic sequencing technology. The company’s robust performance has attracted investor interest and driven up its share price.