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7 accounts payable challenges and how to solve them?
Discover the 7 biggest accounts payable challenges businesses face from manual errors to fraud and learn practical solutions to streamline AP processes, improve vendor relationships, and boost efficiency with automation and digital tools.

Dax Index News: Forecast Turns Bullish on Trade Optimism and Softer Inflation
Trade headlines, receding inflation, and dovish central bank expectations support the DAX outlook. All eyes on Eurozone CPI and US labor market data today.

China says ‘door is open' for trade talks with U.S., sending stock futures higher
China said it is evaluating U.S. officials' willingness to negotiate trade talks, giving a spark of hope for de-escalating the trade war between the world's largest two economies.

Trade War Exposes China's Dependence on U.S. for Auto Chips
Certain American chips are essential for cars and other industrial goods made in China—a vulnerability revealed in tariff exemptions pushed by Beijing.

AAII Sentiment Survey: Pessimism Returns
Bullish sentiment decreased 1.0 percentage points to 20.9%. Neutral sentiment decreased 2.7 percentage points to 19.8%.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Spike Alongside Stocks: Trader Peter Brandt Says BTC On Target To Reach Bull Market Top Of $125,000-$150,000
Leading cryptocurrencies rallied Thursday as investors turned to Bitcoin amid a weak financial climate.
Stock News

Aalberts N.V.: Aalberts reports first quarter 2025 results
Utrecht, 2 May 2025 Aalberts reports first quarter 2025 results In the first quarter Aalberts realised EUR 778.3 million revenue, which translates into 3.3% organic revenue decline compared to the first quarter of last year. We realised EUR 105.7 million EBITA or 13.6% EBITA margin.

ICF International, Inc. (ICFI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
ICF International, Inc. (NASDAQ:ICFI ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 1, 2025 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Lynn Morgen - Investor Relations, Advisiry Partners John Wasson - Chair and Chief Executive Officer Barry Broadus - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Timothy Mulrooney - William Blair & Company L.L.C. Joseph Vafi - Canaccord Genuity Tobey Sommer - Truist Securities Kevin Steinke - Barrington Research Marc Riddick - Sidoti Operator Welcome to the First Quarter 2025 ICF Earnings Conference Call.

Inside the deal: Roche and Zealand Pharma's $5.3 billion obesity drug gambit
Roche and Zealand Pharma in March struck a deal worth up to $5.3 billion to co-develop and co-commercialize amylin analog petrelintide as a potentially "next generation" weight loss drug. Executives at both firms told CNBC a "very competitive process" left both firms hashing out the details until the eleventh hour.

S&P Global Commodity Insights Launches Low-carbon Methanol Marine Fuel Price Assessments for Shanghai and Rotterdam
Price Points Guide Trading and Investment Decisions for Shipping and Decarbonization Industries SINGAPORE and LONDON and NEW YORK , May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Platts, part of S&P Global Commodity Insights, the leading independent provider of information, data, analysis, benchmark prices and workflow solutions for commodities and energy transition markets, today announced the launch of Shanghai low-carbon methanol marine fuel (MMF) assessments, the first in Asia, effective May 2. Platts has also launched Rotterdam low-carbon methanol marine fuel assessment on May 2, adding to the depth and coverage of Platts alternative marine fuels markets.

Idorsia issues invitation to the 2025 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders
Allschwil, Switzerland – May 2, 2025 Idorsia Ltd (SIX: IDIA) today issued the invitation to the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Shareholders on behalf of the Board of Directors. The meeting to approve the Annual Report of the year ending December 31, 2024, will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 09.00 CEST at the Congress Center, Messe Basel, Switzerland.

Myriad Genetics: Significantly Undervalued With Profitability In Sight
Initiate Buy on Myriad Genetics, trading near multi-year lows with potential for significant growth driven by new offerings and stable core franchises. Strong financials with $158 million in liquidity, improving margins, and a path to profitability by 2025; 2024 revenue grew 11% YoY to $838 million. Key growth drivers include GeneSight, MyRisk, Prolaris, Precise MRD, and FirstGene; significant market opportunities in psychiatric PGx, hereditary cancer, prostate prognostics, MRD, and prenatal genetics.
Crypto News

Bitcoin Enters Third Phase Of Liquidity Expansion – On Track For ATH?
Bitcoin is trading above the $95,000 level as bulls try to reclaim control and push toward six figures. After a strong rebound from its April lows, BTC has entered a tight consolidation range between $92K and $96K, with market participants watching closely for a decisive breakout.

XRP Price Prediction: Franklin Templeton ETF Hits Worrying Roadblock – What Happens Next?
The XRP (XRP) price could be in trouble, as Franklin Templeton's XRP ETF application gets delayed, and analysts suggest approval may have to wait until October. The post XRP Price Prediction: Franklin Templeton ETF Hits Worrying Roadblock – What Happens Next? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Ethereum Developers Target Governance Bloat and UX Issues with New Tools
Ethereum developers have proposed two major initiatives to improve cross-chain interoperability and simplify user experience.

Nearly $3 Billion Bitcoin and Ethereum Options Expire Today With Predominantly Bullish Sentiment
Crypto traders and investors will witness approximately $3 billion worth of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) options expire today.

Sonic (prev. FTM) Price Gearing Up—Will S (FTM) Price Reach $5 in 2025?
The Sonic price has triggered a strong upswing after trending lower for a couple of months and breaking out of its long-standing downtrend. The price is currently trading around $0.5595, with a massive rise of over 12% since the early trading hours, after stabilizing at a similar level during the past trading hours.

Solana (SOL) Over $150 — More Upside on The Horizon?
Solana started a fresh increase from the $140 support zone. SOL price is now consolidating and might climb further above the $154 resistance zone.
Forex News

Saudi Arabia Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data
Gold prices rose in Saudi Arabia on Friday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD trades with mild losses around 1.3275
The GBP/USD pair drifts lower to near 1.3275 during the Asian trading hours on Friday. The positive developments surrounding US-China trade talks provide some support to the US Dollar (USD).

Philippines Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data
Gold prices rose in Philippines on Friday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

USD/CHF flat lines near 0.8300 ahead of US NFP release
The USD/CHF pair trades on a flat note around 0.8290 during the Asian trading hours on Friday. Traders prefer to wait on the sidelines ahead of the release of the highly anticipated US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report, which is due later on Friday.

United Arab Emirates Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data
Gold prices rose in United Arab Emirates on Friday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

Pakistan Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data
Gold prices rose in Pakistan on Friday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.