How the Iran conflict could ripple through US, Europe economies
A new war in the Middle East is unfolding at a moment when the global economy is only just regaining its footing.Growth in the US economy had surprised to the…
Geopolitical woes fuel gold’s appeal; silver prices likely to be volatile
Gold prices rose slightly on Tuesday as safe-haven demand remained intact amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Prices had briefly eased earlier in the session due to a stronger…
Asia’s oil reliance puts currencies under pressure, says ING
Asia’s heavy reliance on Middle Eastern oil is emerging as a significant economic vulnerability, leaving the region susceptible to prolonged supply disruptions, according to ING Group. While current inflation risks are…
UK grocery inflation rises as seasonal spending jumps
UK households faced a renewed rise in grocery bills in February, ending four consecutive months of easing food inflation. Data from Worldpanel by Numerator showed grocery price inflation climbed to…
China’s rare earth ban spurs Japan-India partnership on critical minerals
Seeking to lessen its dependence on China for rare earth elements—which are essential for magnet production—Japan is currently negotiating with India. The discussions focus on a joint exploration for rare earth…
Trump calls it ‘golden age’, but grocery bills force voters to disagree
President Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in modern history, which was just under 1 hour and 48 minutes. He declared that America is “bigger, better, richer…
Stellantis posts €22.3B 2025 loss following strategic overhaul
After reporting a €5.5 billion profit in 2024, global carmaker Stellantis reported a €22.3 billion net loss for 2025.The company’s official financial reports, published on Friday, show that €25.4 billion…
Why Nvidia stock is tanking 5% despite stellar earnings
Nvidia once again stuck to its established script on Wednesday, delivering blowout financial results that would normally ignite a market rally. The chipmaking giant reported that its quarterly profit nearly…
Why Nvidia stock is tanking 5% despite stellar earnings
Nvidia once again stuck to its established script on Wednesday, delivering blowout financial results that would normally ignite a market rally. The chipmaking giant reported that its quarterly profit nearly…
Accenture stock jumps 6% on Mistral AI deal: why is it a buy
Shares of Accenture climbed on Thursday after the consulting giant announced a multi-year partnership with French artificial-intelligence startup Mistral AI.The stock was up about 6% at $202.98 in midday trading.…