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Macron Brings Back Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister to Restore Stability Amid Political Turmoil
French President Emmanuel Macron on October 10, 2025, officially reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister of France, just four days after his resignation
Trade and Tech Tensions Escalate: U.S. Imposes 100% Tariffs and Tightens Control Over “Critical Software” Exports
On October 10, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump made a surprise announcement on Truth Social, declaring that the U.S. would impose an additional 100% tariff on Chinese imports on top of existing tariffs and tighten export controls on all “critical software” made in America.
Officially Ending the State Monopoly on Gold Bar Production: A Turning Point for Vietnam’s Gold Market
After more than 13 years under a state monopoly regime, as of October 10, 2025, Decree 232/2025/ND-CP officially takes effect, eliminating the state’s exclusive role in gold bar production. From this date forward, commercial banks and qualified enterprises may be granted licenses to produce, import, and export gold input materials for crafting gold bars. This decision has attracted keen attention from the business community, investors, and media as a structural shift in Vietnam’s domestic gold market.
Why Did Global Gold Prices “Plunge” on October 10, 2025?
After a series of dazzling gains, global gold prices – long regarded as the ultimate safe haven – unexpectedly plunged on October 10, 2025. Just a few sessions earlier, gold had reached a record-breaking above $4,000/oz, sending waves of excitement across global markets. Yet within just 24 hours, the market witnessed a sharp correction, leaving investors wondering: “What really happened?”
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PepsiCo Beats Q3 2025 Expectations: International “Engine” Pulls Ahead, North America Drags — Breakthrough or Slow Grind?
PepsiCo’s third-quarter 2025 report carries several notable signals: despite pressure in North America, the company beat expectations on revenue and core EPS, powered by growth in international markets and a pivot toward “cleaner,” health-forward products. The stock bounced modestly after the print, but the longer-term story still has moving parts investors should watch closely.
Ferrari’s EV Reality Check: Shares Slide 13% as 2030 EV Target Is Halved — What It Means
On October 9, 2025, Ferrari delivered a double-edged update at its Capital Markets Day: the brand unveiled its first all-electric model, Elettrica, while cutting its 2030 fully electric mix target to 20% (from 40% previously). Investors didn’t cheer. The stock tumbled about 13% intraday, the steepest drop since 2016, as markets digested a slower-than-expected EV pivot from Maranello.
48 Critical Hours: Macron’s Choice of Prime Minister and the Fate of France’s Economy
Only 48 hours remain for French President Emmanuel Macron to select a new prime minister a decision that is not merely political theater but one that could shape the trajectory of France’s economy and ripple across the entire eurozone. With no outright majority in the National Assembly, a tightening budget backdrop, and public trust under strain, this choice will determine whether Macron restores stability or pushes French politics deeper into crisis.