Ricardo Salinas Pliego, a Mexican billionaire, has shifted about 70% of his liquid portfolio into Bitcoin, up from 10% in 2020, viewing it as a superior long-term store of value compared to real estate. He criticizes real estate for its illiquidity and susceptibility to government influence, while praising Bitcoin's fixed supply and resistance to interference. Salinas also holds the rest of his portfolio in gold and related stocks, emphasizing hard assets. He plans to integrate Bitcoin into Banco Azteca, potentially exposing millions of customers to cryptocurrency, and predicts Bitcoin could reach $1.5 million in value over time.
The global reactive hot melt adhesives market is projected to grow from $2.02 billion in 2025 to $4.29 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 7.72%. Growth is driven by regulations limiting solvent-based adhesives, increased use of polyurethane adhesives in a...
The global automotive microcontrollers market is projected to grow from USD 15.49 billion in 2025 to USD 34.31 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 8.28%. Growth is fueled by increasing adoption of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), vehicle electrif...
CHARBONE Corporation has increased its helium delivery fleet from one to five units to meet rising demand caused by global helium supply disruptions, notably from Qatar. This expansion supports North American customers in sectors like semiconductors ...
Citi has started coverage of Hikma Pharmaceuticals with a 'buy' rating and a £17 price target, highlighting the company's strategic shift towards differentiated products and US manufacturing investments. The broker sees a 14% potential share price re...
Xenon Pharmaceuticals is evolving into a late-stage, cash-rich neuroscience company with a validated Kv7 potassium channel platform. Its lead drug candidate, azetukalner, has shown strong effectiveness in treating refractory focal onset seizures and ...
