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Missing unicorns cast doubt on a Shanghai dream

Where are the unicorns? China’s first batch of candidates for its version of the tech-focused Nasdaq is an uninspiring bunch. Nine companies have been vetted for listing on Shanghai’s Science and Technology Innovation Board, out of 19 that filed applications. They’re also tiny, planning to raise just $1.6 billion combined. That’s a fraction of the $5.4 billion Xiaomi Corp. took ...

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US stocks extend losses; Treasuries resume rally

Bloomberg US equities extended losses and European shares climbed as investors reassessed the strong rally that started the week. Treasuries resumed their charge higher, while the pound weakened after Britain’s parliament once again failed to reach a consensus on Brexit. The Dow was dragged down by Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc after lower pharmacy reimbrusements hurt earnings at the drugstore chain. ...

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Bitcoin surges as cryptocurrency market returns to life

Bloomberg An abrupt surge in Bitcoin sent the world’s most popular cryptocurrency to the highest level since November, jolting the $160 billion market for digital assets after three months of calm. Traders struggled to pinpoint reasons for the rally, though some noted a flood fresh interest after Bitcoin breached the $4,200 level. The cryptocurrency briefly topped $5,000 and the value ...

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