US corporate profits decline in Q1 amid economic uncertainty
In the first quarter of 2025, U.S. corporate profits experienced a decrease of $118.1 billion, following a substantial gain of…
Brazil achieves foot-and-mouth disease freedom without vaccination
In a significant development for its agricultural sector, particularly its robust beef export industry, Brazil has been officially recognized by…
Trump may take tariff block ruling to Supreme Court as soon as Friday
The Trump administration signaled Thursday that it may ask the US Supreme Court as early as Friday to temporarily reinstate…
Rising Japanese bond yields stoke global market fears: can BoJ calm investors?
A fresh wave of volatility in Japan’s government bond market is unsettling investors worldwide, amid signs of weakening demand for…
Thames Water hit with record £123m fine by Ofwat for pollution and dividend payouts
The national water regulator Ofwat has imposed a record £122.7 million penalty on Thames Water following two separate investigations into…
Gold regains ground after recent dip, but bullish momentum remains weak
Despite mixed signals, gold saw some buyers emerge on Wednesday, partially recovering from the significant losses of the previous day.…
Poland’s June 1 election hangs in the balance: what’s at stake
Poland elections are set to conclude this Sunday in a presidential runoff that’s too close to call. Pro-EU centrist Rafał…
How copper market remains vulnerable to supply chain concentration
Despite government’s attempts at diversification, the trend of increasing market concentration has persisted over the last year. The processing sector…
UK grocery inflation hits 4.1% as wage hikes and tax changes push up prices
British grocery inflation climbed to 4.1% in the four weeks to 18 May, the highest level in over a year,…
Russian central bank defends policy stance as oil volatility poses challenges
Citing low oil prices as a major risk, Russia’s central bank defended its strict monetary policy in a Wednesday report,…