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Meanwhile, “despite lower-than-average storage levels for this time of year, investment funds remain increasingly bearish.”

It added: "The organising committee reaffirmed that despite the venue changes, Thailand remains fully committed to delivering an efficient, well-managed and world-class 33rd SEA Games, reinforcing the confidence of all participating nations."

Resilient factory activity and consumption despite headwinds from tariffs and inflation suggest that conditions for the Bank of Japan to resume monetary tightening are being met.

The Dutch chip maker said in an open letter on Thursday that it hasn’t received any meaningful response from its Chinese unit despite multiple attempts to re-establish dialogue.

Quarterback Dak Prescott then held his nerve as Dallas scored 11 points on their next two possessions to keep them clear, despite a late Chiefs reply.