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Nuclear power is getting a second life, but not in the form most people imagine. Instead of massive concrete giants, the future may come from compact reactors built in factories and shipped like industrial equipment. As global energy demand surges and grids strain under new pressures, small modular reactors are suddenly at the centre of the conversation.

Cosmo Pharmaceuticals’ successful Phase III trials in male hair loss has drawn attention to a market long seen as cosmetic. Growing demand for effective treatments has accelerated research and encouraged the rise of biotechnology companies exploring new approaches.

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The week from 6 to 13 February 2026 saw U.S. tech drag global equities lower, as renewed pressure on mega-cap names weighed on sentiment and lifted volatility. In contrast, Asian equities outperformed, supported by strong gains in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.

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Meanwhile, the Korean stock market surges to new levels. Each week, the Syz investment team takes you through the last seven days in seven charts.

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