Economics

When the European Union introduced additional tariffs on electric vehicles manufactured in China, the move was widely interpreted as a defensive response to the rapid global expansion of Chinese carmakers.

When small groups of Indian workers began arriving at Moscow’s airports in noticeably larger numbers, it reflected more than a routine expansion of migrant labour. It signaled a structural adjustment

The Liberal Democratic Party of Japan (LDP), headed by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, succeeded in winning the election for the lower house of parliament, obtaining 316 out of the total…

When a fraud operation collapses suddenly, it leaves behind more than broken equipment and scattered paperwork. It exposes the underlying logic of an industry that thrives on routine cruelty, psychological

China and India, which are the primary countries driving the global demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG), are not moving away from this energy source. Instead, they tend to purchase…

Shares of companies involved in application software development and data provision dropped significantly following the launch of an AI-powered tool by the startup Anthropic, as reported by The Wall Street…

Gold’s renewed ascent in global portfolios is no longer being treated as a cyclical reaction to short-term shocks. Instead, analysts are increasingly framing the metal’s strength as a structural repricing

Global technology markets have entered a phase of sharp introspection as investors reassess how artificial intelligence reshapes, rather than replaces, the foundations of the software industry. The latest selloff in

Markets in India reacted swiftly to the announcement that U.S. tariffs on Indian goods would be sharply reduced, even as the absence of formal documentation left policymakers parsing intent rather

According to Bloomberg, the price of gold has been more volatile than Bitcoin over the past 30 days, which is atypical since gold is usually considered a more stable asset.

The economy of the Eurozone grew by 0.3% in the fourth quarter of 2025 when compared to the third quarter, as indicated by initial data released by Eurostat, the statistical…

The Winter Games in Italy are emerging as more than a sporting event. They are becoming a carefully choreographed global stage for luxury brands seeking visibility, legitimacy, and emotional connection

As global power balances shift and alliances are tested, the United Kingdom finds itself navigating an increasingly narrow corridor between its closest security partner and one of its most important

The decision by Electro Optic Systems (EOS) to prepare a move of its headquarters and stock market listing from Australia to Europe reflects a structural shift in the global defence

Financial markets rarely react to personnel changes with lasting conviction, but the nomination of Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve has forced investors to confront deeper questions about the

Britain’s engagement with China under Prime Minister Keir Starmer marks a deliberate attempt to redraw the boundaries of a relationship that has oscillated for more than a decade between commercial

The U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged reflects a central bank increasingly confident that the economy has moved into a more stable, if still delicate, phase. After

US President Donald Trump is considering the option of launching another significant military action against Iran following initial talks between Washington and Tehran aimed at limiting Iran's nuclear program and…

The agreement between India and the European Union to slash tariffs on most traded goods marks a decisive shift in global trade alignments. After nearly two decades of intermittent negotiations,

When Donald Trump returned to the White House with a renewed “America First” mandate, the expectation across capitals was that China would be the primary economic casualty. Instead, a year

China’s return to annual industrial profit growth in 2025 marks a significant inflection point after four years of contraction and stagnation. The modest 0.6% rise may appear limited in scale,

President Donald Trump has once again placed tariffs at the center of U.S. trade policy, announcing higher duties on South Korean imports while explicitly tying the move to delays inside

India and the European Union are moving toward a comprehensive trade and partnership framework that goes far beyond tariff adjustments, reshaping how both sides think about market access, industrial policy,

The lawsuit filed by Donald Trump against JPMorgan Chase and its chief executive Jamie Dimon is more than a personal grievance elevated into court. It represents a crystallisation of a

Global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the oil and gas production and exploration sector is expected to keep falling in 2026, following a 17% decline in 2025, as reported…

Donald Trump’s decision to file a $5 billion lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase and its longtime chief executive Jamie Dimon marks a pivotal moment in the growing conflict between political power

Indian pharmaceutical companies have moved decisively into one of the most lucrative therapeutic categories of the decade, after receiving regulatory approval to manufacture and sell generic versions of semaglutide-based drugs

Silver’s surge beyond the $100-an-ounce mark represents one of the most extreme price dislocations the metal has experienced in decades, but the move is best understood not as a sudden

World leaders and corporate executives left the Swiss resort town after a World Economic Forum annual meeting shaped less by consensus-building than by confrontation. The return of Donald Trump to

Economists surveyed by Bloomberg indicate that Klaas Knot, the former Governor of the Dutch Central Bank, is the most probable successor to Christine Lagarde as President of the European Central…

The Arab Energy Fund (TAEF) has obtained approval from Chinese authorities to raise up to RMB 10 billion, which is approximately $1.4 billion, by issuing RMB-denominated bonds, according to the…

The European Union’s push to phase out “high-risk” technology suppliers is not simply a cybersecurity initiative—it is a structural reconfiguration of how Europe defines technological trust, sovereignty, and long-term strategic

The global economy is entering a phase where resilience is no longer defined by the absence of shocks, but by the ability to absorb them and continue expanding. That is

The dispute over Greenland has evolved into far more than a territorial argument, revealing how personal grievance, strategic ambition, and economic leverage can merge into a single pressure point in

President Donald Trump’s renewed threat to impose escalating tariffs on eight European nations marked a sharp intensification of a dispute that goes far beyond trade balances or customs duties. At

After more than two decades of stalled talks, political resets, and shifting global priorities, the European Union and the South American bloc Mercosur have formally signed a free trade agreement

The United States has introduced a 25% tax on the import of "certain advanced computing chips" used for developing artificial intelligence, as announced by the White House press office. This…

The price limit for Russian oil, which prevents EU companies from taking part in transporting the oil or providing related services, will be reduced from $47.6 per barrel to $44.1…

The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to hold off on ruling over the legality of tariffs imposed during the Trump administration has left a critical pillar of American economic policy in

In 2025, global private equity investors sold over $110 billion in shares of these funds on the secondary market, according to a report by the Financial Times, which cited estimates…

Global oil traders Vitol and Trafigura have started discussions with major Indian and Chinese refineries regarding the possible sale of Venezuelan crude oil. This comes a few days after they…

The United States is preparing the ground for a broader easing of sanctions on Venezuela, a move that reflects not just tactical flexibility but a deeper reassessment of how economic

When Donald Trump convened executives from America’s largest oil companies at the White House, the discussion was framed as a commercial opportunity, but the underlying logic was geopolitical. Venezuela’s energy

After more than two decades of stalled negotiations, internal disputes, and shifting global conditions, European Union governments have finally endorsed the bloc’s largest-ever trade agreement with South America’s Mercosur group.

Europe’s latest attempt to overhaul its digital regulatory framework is revealing a strategic recalibration rather than a continuation of confrontation with global technology companies. Despite sustained pressure from telecom operators

Oil prices climbed for a second consecutive session amid intensifying concerns about potential supply disruptions in two major crude-producing countries, Venezuela and Iran. Traders and analysts say growing geopolitical tensions

Signals from the U.S. central bank are increasingly pointing toward patience rather than urgency on interest rates. Remarks by Anna Paulson, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, underscore

The promise of Venezuela’s vast oil reserves has long tempted policymakers looking for quick energy wins. Yet the reality confronting any attempt to revive production is far more stubborn. Even

The sudden capture of Venezuela’s long-entrenched leader by U.S. forces triggered an immediate recalibration across financial markets, not because investors were blindsided, but because a long-standing geopolitical uncertainty abruptly collapsed

Asia’s manufacturing sector closed 2025 with a noticeably stronger tone than many observers had expected earlier in the year. After months marked by caution, inventory adjustments, and uneven global demand,