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Investing.com – Colombia stocks were lower after the close on Thursday, as losses in the Financials, Investment and Public Services sectors led shares lower.

At the close in Colombia, the COLCAP lost 0.46%.

The best performers of the session on the COLCAP were Cementos Argos SA (BVC:CCB), which rose 3.55% or 440.00 points to trade at 12,840.00 at the close. Meanwhile, Mineros SA (BVC:MAS) added 3.31% or 600.00 points to end at 18,740.00 and Grupo Aval Acciones y Valores SA Pref (BVC:GAA_p) was up 3.07% or 25.00 points to 840.00 in late trade.

The worst performers of the session were Grupo Energia Bogota SA ESP (BVC:GEB), which fell 0.93% or 30.00 points to trade at 3,205.00 at the close. Celsia SA (BVC:CEL) declined 0.39% or 20.00 points to end at 5,070.00 and Interconnection Electric SA ESP (BVC:ISA) was down 0.25% or 80.00 points to 32,000.00.

Falling stocks outnumbered advancing ones on the Colombia Stock Exchange by 1 to 0.

Shares in Cementos Argos SA (BVC:CCB) rose to all time highs; up 3.55% or 440.00 to 12,840.00. Shares in Mineros SA (BVC:MAS) rose to all time highs; rising 3.31% or 600.00 to 18,740.00. Shares in Grupo Aval Acciones y Valores SA Pref (BVC:GAA_p) rose to 3-years highs; rising 3.07% or 25.00 to 840.00.

US coffee C for March delivery was up 0.09% or 0.30 to $347.80 . Elsewhere in commodities trading, US cocoa for delivery in March rose 0.04% or 2.00 to hit $4,450.00 , while the February Gold Futures contract rose 1.81% or 87.55 to trade at $4,925.05 a troy ounce.

USD/COP was down 2.03% to 3,596.00, while BRL/COP fell 1.60% to 679.90.

The US Dollar Index Futures was down 0.43% at 98.14.

Investing.com – Brazil stocks were higher after the close on Thursday, as gains in the Public Utilities, Electric Power and Industrials sectors led shares higher.

At the close in Sao Paulo, the Bovespa rose 2.07% to hit a new all time high.

The best performers of the session on the Bovespa were Vivara Participacoes SA (BVMF:VIVA3), which rose 6.16% or 1.73 points to trade at 29.81 at the close. Meanwhile, Cogna Educacao SA (BVMF:COGN3) added 6.17% or 0.25 points to end at 4.30 and Rede D’Or São Luiz SA (BVMF:RDOR3) was up 5.19% or 2.13 points to 43.18 in late trade.

The worst performers of the session were Raia Drogasil SA (BVMF:RADL3), which fell 3.16% or 0.81 points to trade at 24.83 at the close. Cvc Brasil ON (BVMF:CVCB3) declined 2.92% or 0.07 points to end at 2.33 and Prio SA (BVMF:PRIO3) was down 1.41% or 0.66 points to 46.22.

Rising stocks outnumbered declining ones on the B3 Stock Exchange by 611 to 344 and 56 ended unchanged.

Shares in Cogna Educacao SA (BVMF:COGN3) rose to 5-year highs; gaining 6.17% or 0.25 to 4.30.

The CBOE Brazil Etf Volatility, which measures the implied volatility of Bovespa options, was up 1.35% to 27.01.

Gold Futures for February delivery was up 1.91% or 92.54 to $4,930.04 a troy ounce. Elsewhere in commodities trading, Crude oil for delivery in March fell 2.10% or 1.27 to hit $59.35 a barrel, while the March US coffee C contract rose 0.09% or 0.30 to trade at $347.80 .

USD/BRL was down 0.73% to 5.28, while EUR/BRL fell 0.22% to 6.20.

The US Dollar Index Futures was down 0.42% at 98.14.

Investing.com -- Laird Superfood Inc (NYSE:LSF) stock climbed 2.6% on Thursday after the functional foods company announced its entry into the dairy market with a new protein coffee product.

The company, known for its plant-based coffee creamers and superfood products, launched Protein Coffee with Lion’s Mane Mushroom, featuring whey protein from dairy. This marks a strategic expansion beyond the company’s traditional plant-based offerings.

Each serving of the new product contains 10 grams of protein from a blend of whey and milk protein concentrate, along with lion’s mane mushroom for cognitive support. The company emphasized that the product contains no soy, gums, seed oils, or artificial ingredients.

"Entering into the dairy market is the natural evolution for our brand," said Jason Vieth, CEO of Laird Superfood. "We’re bringing Laird Superfood’s strict nutritional guardrails to the dairy category, which is often filled with additives and processed ingredients, so we can deliver clean, high-quality whey protein to our customers."

The new protein coffee is available in three flavors - Sweet & Creamy, Vanilla, and Unsweetened. It is currently being sold at Sprouts Farmers Market, on the company’s website, and on Amazon, with plans for additional retail distribution. The 5.3-ounce bag retails for $19.99.

Laird Superfood confirmed it will continue to offer its existing lineup of plant-based products, including Protein Instant Latte and Protein Creamer, allowing consumers to choose between plant and dairy protein sources.

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Investing.com – Morocco stocks were higher after the close on Thursday, as gains in the Banking, Beverage and Transport sectors led shares higher.

At the close in Casablanca, the Moroccan All Shares gained 0.76%.

The best performers of the session on the Moroccan All Shares were Miniere Touissit (CSE:CMT), which rose 6.90% or 140.00 points to trade at 2,170.00 at the close. Meanwhile, S2M (CSE:S2M) added 5.17% or 28.90 points to end at 588.00 and Involys (CSE:INV) was up 4.92% or 9.00 points to 192.00 in late trade.

The worst performers of the session were Sanlam Maroc SA (CSE:SAH), which fell 4.22% or 95.00 points to trade at 2,155.00 at the close. SMI (CSE:SMI) declined 1.63% or 99.00 points to end at 5,990.00 and Cartier Saada (CSE:CRS) was down 1.40% or 0.47 points to 33.01.

Rising stocks outnumbered declining ones on the Casablanca Stock Exchange by 37 to 18 and 5 ended unchanged.

Crude oil for March delivery was down 1.86% or 1.13 to $59.49 a barrel. Elsewhere in commodities trading, Brent oil for delivery in March fell 1.85% or 1.21 to hit $64.03 a barrel, while the February Gold Futures contract rose 0.08% or 4.04 to trade at $4,841.54 a troy ounce.

EUR/MAD was unchanged 0.03% to 10.74, while USD/MAD fell 0.14% to 9.18.

The US Dollar Index Futures was down 0.26% at 98.31.

Investing.com -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc (NYSE:UAVS) stock rose 3.2% in premarket trading Thursday after the drone technology company announced it has regained compliance with all NYSE American continued listing standards.

The company, which operates as EagleNXT, received formal notice from the exchange confirming the resolution of previous compliance issues. This development allows AgEagle to maintain its good standing on the NYSE American exchange, where it continues to trade under the ticker symbol UAVS.

"This compliance confirmation represents an important milestone for EagleNXT and marks a clear new chapter for the Company," stated EagleNXT CEO Bill Irby. "The actions taken to resolve this matter reflect our commitment to sound governance, accountability, and disciplined execution, including enhancements to our reporting and internal processes."

The company emphasized that the NYSE American’s notification has no impact on its day-to-day operations. AgEagle, which describes itself as a leading provider of advanced drone and aerial imaging solutions, noted it continues to advance strategic initiatives through operational execution, product development, and positioning for U.S.-based manufacturing.

The firm is also pursuing selective strategic partnerships across defense, security, and commercial markets as part of its growth strategy.

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Investing.com -- Young & Co’s Brewery on Thursday announced exceptional trading results over the Christmas period and revealed plans to move from AIM to the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.

The premium pub operator reported a 11.2% increase in like-for-like sales for the three weeks ending January 5, building on strong prior year performance.

Key holiday dates including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day saw particularly robust trading with like-for-likes up 12.3%.

The former City Pub estate delivered impressive 26% growth over Christmas and Boxing Day, demonstrating successful integration with Young’s broader business model since acquisition.

For the 14-week period ending January 5, total managed revenue rose 5.6%, with like-for-like revenue up 5.7%. Year-to-date managed revenue on a like-for-like basis now stands at 5.4%.

Young’s also announced its intention to move from AIM to the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange, with the transition expected to occur in the second quarter of 2026.

The company believes this move will enhance its corporate profile and appeal to a broader group of UK and global institutional investors.

Simon Dodd, CEO of Young’s, highlighted the company’s record-breaking performance: "During the six weeks of the festive period, we recorded our highest ever sales in one day, setting multiple daily and weekly records across our estate."

The company emphasized its strategy of operating premium, individual pubs continues to deliver robust growth, supported by ongoing investment and disciplined capital allocation.

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