US-China trade talks and Washington’s decade-long effort to block China’s tech surge
For over a decade, the United States has used export controls to stymie China’s progress in acquiring and developing cutting-edge…
UK GDP falls by 0.3% in April as services slump and US tariffs bite
The UK economy shrank by 0.3% in April, a sharper-than-expected decline that has raised fresh concerns about the fragility of…
US and Iran to resume nuclear talks Sunday in Muscat as tensions rise
Oman’s foreign minister announced on Thursday that the sixth round of US-Iran nuclear talks would take place on Sunday in…
Copper remains supported for now even as China optimism fades
Since the start of the year, copper prices have been volatile, primarily due to tariff risks and China’s uncertain economic…
Is there hope for Germany’s economy after all?
For the first time in years, there’s finally some optimism in the air about Germany’s economy. After two consecutive years…
De-dollarization trend accelerates in Asia, countries look to boost local currencies
In a significant shift for global financial markets, the trend of de-dollarization is gaining momentum across Asia, influencing stock markets…
Interview: Raiinmaker’s J.D. Seraphine says integration of blockchain can enhance AI systems and drive economic growth
As the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology continues to evolve, governments face the challenge of embracing innovation…
Crude oil awaits fresh catalyst to rise further: can recent strength hold?
Wednesday saw oil prices dip, as markets analysed the results of US-China trade discussions, which still await President Donald Trump’s…
The reality behind the US-China deal: what it means for investors
Everyone wants to believe the trade war is cooling off. But that’s unlikely. After 2 days of negotiation in what…
Supply chain issues force India’s Maruti to revise EV production targets
India’s Maruti Suzuki, facing rare earth shortages, has significantly reduced its initial electric vehicle e-Vitara production goals by two-thirds, as…