UK unemployment rate dips to 4.9%, but energy shock threatens rebound
Unemployment in the United Kingdom unexpectedly fell in the three months to February, offering a brief sign of resilience in…
The Strait of Hormuz keeps markets on edge as ceasefire deadline nears
Fifty days into a war that has rewritten the rules of global energy, the Strait of Hormuz has opened and…
Warsh’s nomination scrutiny sets stage for heated confirmation hearing
The nomination of Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve is fast becoming one of the most contentious confirmation battles…
Investors eye Fed hearing as Iran optimism boosts equities
Global financial markets are showing renewed optimism as US President Donald Trump signalled confidence that the war in Iran could…
UK economy surprises with 0.5% growth despite energy concerns
The Office for National Statistics said the British economy expanded more than expected in February, offering a brief boost to…
China in talks to restrict solar equipment exports to US
Chinese officials have held early discussions with suppliers of solar panel manufacturing equipment about potentially restricting exports of advanced technology…
China exports slow as Iran war dents demand: will Q1 GDP be impacted?
China’s export momentum lost steam in March, signalling that escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are beginning to weigh…
Buffett Indicator hits 232%: is a US stock market crash coming?
There is a peculiar moment in every great valuation cycle where the data stops being abstract and starts being personal.…
Evening digest: Trump ups stakes before Iran talks, CoreWeave surges
Global markets navigated a complex mix of geopolitical tension, commodity swings, and technology-driven momentum on Friday, as the United States…
Evening digest: Oil jumps, Disney layoffs as Intel extends AI deal
Global markets and corporate developments remained in focus on Thursday, with Donald Trump expressing optimism over a potential Iran peace…