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North American Softwood Lumber Sees October Surge and Swift Dip Amidst Tariff Hikes and Weak Demand

North American Softwood Lumber

North American Softwood Lumber Sees October Surge and Swift Dip Amidst Tariff Hikes and Weak Demand

The North American softwood lumber market experienced an unexpected and significant price surge in October 2025, only to witness a swift and pronounced dip extending into November. This volatility, marked by a mid-month spike driven by tariff increases and anticipatory buying, ultimately succumbed to persistent weak demand, high interest rates,

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Mutual Funds Double Down on Critical Sectors: Valaris and ASML Attract Significant Investor Capital

Mutual Funds

Mutual Funds Double Down on Critical Sectors: Valaris and ASML Attract Significant Investor Capital

In a robust display of confidence in key sectors, mutual funds are increasingly channeling significant capital into companies at the forefront of the energy and semiconductor industries. Recent activities highlight a pronounced institutional interest in offshore drilling leader Valaris (NYSE: VAL) and lithography equipment titan ASML (NASDAQ: ASML), signaling a

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