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Organic carbon sources of mangrove sedimentsThis study first compiled 441 observations of δ13C values of mangrove sediments worldwide, covering most of the mangrove distributed areas (Fig. S1). δ13C values varied from −30.7‰ (Rhizophora apiculata and Avicennia marina forest sediments in Malaysia) to −6.20‰ (Sonneratia alba forest sediments in Tanzania), with the mean value of −25.1‰ (Fig. S1). Surprisingly, the mangrove sediment δ13C value was less influenced by dominant species and CES. Locations (longitude and latitude), tidal range, mean annual temperature (MAT), salinity, total nitrogen content and soil particle size fraction were the main drivers of mangrove sediment δ13C variation (Table S1). Our analysis…

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Markets are settling down, but traders are still making moves in the final hour of Thursday’s session. Market Domination’s Julie Hyman and Josh Lipton navigate the biggest market stories and interview Wall Street’s top analysts and strategists.B. Riley Wealth chief market strategist Art Hogan highlights why the barbell approach could be the best investment strategy for navigating current market dynamics.After US retail sales rose by 0.4% in September, RBC Capital Markets US economist Mike Reid comes on the program to speak about the “encouraging” signs from consumer spending, pricing pressures, and the labor market’s strength.Canaccord Genuity Managing Director George Gianarikas…

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Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.Nati Harnik/APBerkshire Hathaway cut its Apple stake by 55% in the first half of 2024, potentially missing out on $23B in profits.If Berkshire had not trimmed its position in Apple, its stake would be $210B at current prices.Apple shares have jumped 10% since the second quarter, driven by optimism about Apple Intelligence.Berkshire Hathaway slashed its Apple position by 55% in the first half of 2024, even as the iPhone maker’s stock traded at or near record highs.Calculations by Business Insider suggest Berkshire Hathaway’s sales of Apple stock in the first and second quarters of this…

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Investing.com– Japan consumer price index inflation grew slightly more than expected in September as underlying inflation remained sticky, although the headline figure still fell from 10-month highs.  , which excludes volatile fresh food items, grew 2.4% year-on-year in September, government data showed on Friday. The reading was higher than expectations of 2.3%, but eased from the 2.8%- a 10-month high- seen in the prior month. A core reading that excludes both fresh food and energy prices, and is watched closely by the Bank of Japan as a gauge of underlying inflation, rose to 2.1% in September from 2% in the…

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By Laura Gottesdiener and Michael Martina WASHINGTON (Reuters) -A group of families whose loved ones died of fentanyl overdoses filed a petition with the office of U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai on Thursday, requesting a probe into China’s alleged role in fueling the U.S. synthetic opioid crisis. The petition was filed under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, a statute that allows the U.S. to impose sanctions on foreign countries that violate trade agreements or hurt U.S. commerce. The families are seeking trade countermeasures that include tariffs of at least $50 billion on Chinese merchandise. China is the…

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Citroën is making a splash at the Paris Motor Show with a revamped lineup. The all new C3 Aircross, a B-segment crossover, is making its public debut alongside the already popular C3 hatchback. The C3, launched last year, has garnered over 50,000 orders in Europe and is now available for purchase. Citroën’s commitment to innovation is evident in the C3’s electric variant, the e-C3, which offers a range of up to 320 kilometers. The C3 Aircross, built on the same platform as the C3 hatchback, boasts a longer wheelbase and can accommodate up to seven passengers, a unique feature in…

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Aston Martin, the iconic automotive brand synonymous with luxury and sophistication, is commemorating its six-decade partnership with the James Bond franchise. The DB12, their latest “super tourer,” has been transformed into the DB12 Goldfinger Edition, a tribute to the iconic DB5 that first appeared in the 1964 film, “Goldfinger.” This limited-edition model is a testament to the enduring bond between the two entities and a celebration of the timeless appeal of the 007 films. The DB12 Goldfinger Edition is more than just a cosmetic upgrade. It features a series of bespoke features that pay homage to the original DB5, including…

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Image source: Getty Images Premium content from Motley Fool Hidden Winners UK Our monthly Best Buys Now are designed to highlight our team’s three favourite, most timely Buys from our growing list of small-cap recommendations, to help Fools build out their stock portfolios. “Best Buys Now” Pick #1: Treatt (LSE:TET) Why we like it: “Treatt (LSE: TET) is a speciality chemicals business that focuses on providing ingredients for customers primarily in the food & beverage space. Between 2012 and the end of 2023, CEO Daemmon Reeve and the board have successfully repositioned the company from being a low-margin supplier of commoditised…

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