Jeff Bezos prepares for takeoff on Blue Origin spacecraft

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4 years ago

July 20, 2021

For those of us who didn’t study astrophysics, going to space has always been just a dream

As the space race heats up, floating amongst the stars may become a reality sooner than we think.

From Richard Branson to Jeff Bezos and even Elon Musk, the space race is officially kicking off and the world is waiting to see who can make it commercially viable first.

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Branson goes first

Richard Branson was the first of his billionaire pals to fly to the edge of Earth’s horizon on July 11.

The eccentric Virgin Air founder fulfilling his life-long ambition with the world watching on in awe and now, it’s time for Bezos to shine.

Bezo’s Blue Origin space shuttle scheduled to depart on July 20

Onboard with Bezos will be his brother, Mark, recent high-school graduate Oliver Daemaen and Wally Funk and an 82-year-old pilot who was one of the Mercury 13 women.

But not everyone is a fan of intergalactic missions Chief Economist at The Australia Institute Matt Grooddnorf

But it’s clear that the race to a galaxy far far away is only going in one direction – up and up!

Wall Street hits record highs as markets shrug off Venezuela tensions

US markets hit record highs as investors shrug off geopolitical tensions, with the S&P 500 up 0.7% and Dow 1%.

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2 days ago

January 7, 2026

Harvey Vargas

US markets hit record highs as investors shrug off geopolitical tensions, with the S&P 500 up 0.7% and Dow 1%.

US markets surged to fresh records as investors looked past recent geopolitical tensions following the US attack on Venezuela. Confidence returned quickly, driving broad gains across major indices.

The S&P 500 climbed 0.7% to reach a new all-time intraday high, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 495 points, or 1%, also setting a record during Tuesday’s session.

The rally signals continued optimism around economic resilience, despite global uncertainty and ongoing international conflicts.

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Dow hits record after U.S. military action in Venezuela

Dow Jones surged 600 points post-U.S. action in Venezuela, boosting energy stocks amid cautious gold futures rise.

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3 days ago

January 6, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Dow Jones surged 600 points post-U.S. action in Venezuela, boosting energy stocks amid cautious gold futures rise.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged nearly 600 points to a record close following U.S. military action in Venezuela. Investors responded positively, signalling confidence that the geopolitical situation would not spiral out of control.

Stocks rallied alongside rising crude oil prices, with energy companies like Chevron and Exxon Mobil leading the gains. Analysts noted that oil infrastructure rebuilding in Venezuela could provide long-term benefits for the sector.

Despite the bullish market reaction, gold futures also rose, suggesting that some traders remain cautious amid global uncertainties.

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Wall Street eyes further gains in 2026 as rate cuts fuel optimism

Wall Street enters 2026 optimistic as falling interest rates and strong earnings drive stock market expectations amid economic resilience.

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4 days ago

January 5, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Wall Street enters 2026 optimistic as falling interest rates and strong earnings drive stock market expectations amid economic resilience.

Wall Street is entering 2026 with renewed confidence as falling interest rates and robust corporate earnings lift expectations for continued stock market gains. Analysts say an easier monetary policy is providing fresh momentum for equities after several strong years.

The US economy has continued to show resilience, with businesses maintaining healthy balance sheets and earnings growth holding up despite global uncertainty. Lower borrowing costs and supportive fiscal settings are expected to further boost investor sentiment.

However, market watchers remain cautious, warning that optimism could fade quickly if economic data disappoints or inflation pressures return.

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