What is Vietnam considering to avoid US tariffs?
Vietnam’s booming trade relationship with the US is under increasing threat as former US President Donald Trump signals sweeping tariffs that could impact nearly all of the country’s exports to…
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Indian IT stocks plunge as US slowdown fears grow, Trump’s tariff policies add pressure
Shares of Indian IT companies plunged on Friday as investor sentiment turned cautious over concerns about a slowing US economy and rising inflation expectations, exacerbated by former US President Donald…
$4.7B in Bitcoin options expire today: Is more volatility ahead?
A significant batch of Bitcoin options contracts is set to expire on Friday, February 28, with a total notional value of approximately $4.7 billion. This expiry event, larger than usual…
Mahakumbh Mela 2025: how the world’s largest spiritual spectacle supercharged India’s economy
The world’s largest spiritual gathering, the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj, concluded on Wednesday after a 45-day run that witnessed an unprecedented 66 crore devotees taking a holy dip at ‘Sangam’—the…
Asia markets today: Stocks mixed amid tariff risks; Seven & i plunges, Nissan rises
Asia-Pacific markets were mixed on Thursday as investors weighed fresh tariff threats from US President Donald Trump and reacted to corporate shake-ups in Japan. While Australia’s ASX 200 gained, Japan’s…
Musk warns ‘America will go bankrupt’ without major government reforms: here’s why
Elon Musk, as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), took center stage at Donald Trump’s first Cabinet meeting of his second term, outlining his aggressive plans to cut…
UK energy bills to rise 6.4% from April as wholesale costs climb
Starting in April, energy bills for millions of UK residents will see a significant increase of 6.4%. This price hike, announced by the regulatory body Ofgem, is a direct result of…
Why are Europe’s LNG imports surging while Asia’s are slipping?
In February, Europe’s imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) are expected to climb to their second-highest level ever, while Asia’s are predicted to fall to their lowest point in almost…
These two 2024 laggards are positioned for a comeback
US stocks had a great 2024 but there still were names last year that failed to capitalise on the positive sentiment.A handful of them, however, are fairly positioned for a…
Domino’s fourth quarter: can pizza giant deliver growth amid international headwinds?
Domino’s (DPZ) is set to report its fourth-quarter results on Monday, and investors are hungry for more than just pizza. After a year of mixed performance, Wall Street is looking…