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Nanotechnology sits at the intersection of science and industry, influencing everything from microchips and clean energy to precision healthcare solutions.

Nikola Corporation’s market debut in 2020 marked one of the most talked-about moments in the electric vehicle space. The company entered public markets through a high-profile SPAC merger, quickly capturing investor attention and industry headlines. But in less than five years, the story shifted dramatically.

When trading contracts for difference (CFDs), managing risk is just as important as identifying opportunities. One way to do this is through stop-loss orders — tools designed to close positions automatically if the market moves beyond a chosen level.

The Nasdaq Stock Market – home to many of the world’s major technology firms – often mirrors shifts in overall market risk appetite. During periods of changing monetary policy, advances in AI development and evolving corporate earnings expectations, price movements across its key constituents tend to become more pronounced.

S&P 500 earnings beat expectations, valuations improved, and the Magnificent Seven led the way.

Many ETFs aim to mirror the performance of the S&P 500, giving traders and investors exposure to the same broad market benchmark. Yet not all S&P 500 ETFs operate in the same way. Subtle differences in structure, costs and liquidity can influence how each fund performs in practice.

Market volatility remains high as investors look to get further clues on what the Federal Reserve could do at the December meeting

Oil remains a cornerstone of the global energy system, shaping economies, trade flows and industrial growth. Even as renewable alternatives expand and policy targets evolve, major producers continue to hold a central place in global supply chains and investment portfolios.

The S&P 500-to-gold ratio provides a clear way to compare the performance of US equities with gold. By tracking how many ounces of gold are required to equal the value of the S&P 500 index, the ratio helps illustrate shifts in investor sentiment and the balance between risk and caution.

Markets enter December with anticipation as the Federal Reserve meeting will be a key risk event, with changing expectations driving market volatility

Gold and the US dollar often move through familiar seasonal patterns shaped by macroeconomic cycles, fiscal factors and investor behaviour. These rhythms have tended to repeat over time, offering insight into how markets respond to broader global conditions.

Gold and the US dollar often move through familiar seasonal patterns shaped by macroeconomic cycles, fiscal factors and investor behaviour. These rhythms have tended to repeat over time, offering insight into how markets respond to broader global conditions.

Market volatility remains high as investors look to get further clues on what the Federal Reserve could do at the December meeting

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The delayed September US jobs data shows a picture of resilience, but markets increase the odds of a rate cut in December

Bitcoin cash (BCH) was created to make everyday crypto transactions faster and more affordable, while keeping the principles of decentralisation at its core. Over the years, it has developed its own network, community and market position, distinct from bitcoin.

Polygon has undergone several changes since its launch, expanding from a single scaling project into a broader network that connects multiple blockchains. Its native token, POL, now sits at the centre of this ecosystem, supporting everything from validator rewards to governance participation.

Meme coins have become a distinctive segment of the cryptocurrency market, shaped by online communities and viral trends rather than traditional fundamentals.

Polkadot (DOT) is a blockchain network designed to connect multiple blockchains within a single, interoperable ecosystem. Its focus on scalability, sustainability and governance has continued to attract interest from both retail and institutional participants.