Economy
Jobless Claims Tick Up to 200K, Still Near Historic Lows
US jobless claims rose to 200,000 last week, a slight increase but remaining historically low amid inflation and global economic uncertainty.
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Finance
Loan Shark Threats: Why Victims Remain Silent
Intimidation and fear of violent repercussions keep victims of illegal money lenders from reporting them, despite crippling debt and threats. BBC Investigations...
Stocks
Lean Hog Futures Drop, Iowa Blizzard Slows Slaughter
Lean hog futures closed weaker on Wednesday, March 20, 2025, with contracts down 85 cents to $2.02. A blizzard in Iowa also...
Markets
Apple Names John Ternus CEO as Tim Cook Exits After 15 Years
Tim Cook will step down as Apple CEO in September after 15 years, with John Ternus named as his successor. The leadership...
World Business
China’s Chip Ambitions Reshape Global Tech
US export curbs have propelled China's semiconductor industry, focusing on 'good-enough' tech that's increasingly powering global markets and challenging Western dominance.
Stocks
Interactive Brokers Unlocks Korean Equities for Global Investors
Interactive Brokers has become the first major US-based broker to offer seamless access to the Korea Exchange (KRX), opening Korea's $1.8 trillion...
Economy
Hyster-Yale Forecasts $40M Tariff Refunds, Q2 Profit Low
Hyster-Yale expects $40 million in tariff refunds, providing a financial boost as it anticipates Q2 2026 to be the profit low point...
Stocks
Cattle Futures Gain Despite Pullback from Intraday Highs
Live cattle futures closed with gains despite pulling off intraday highs, as cash trade remained quiet and wholesale beef prices softened. Feeder...
Finance
Canada Accelerates Payments Modernization with Real-Time Rail
Minister François-Philippe Champagne reaffirmed the government's commitment to payments modernization and the Real-Time Rail at The Payments Canada SUMMIT, emphasizing its role...
Stocks
Taboola Projects $2.0B-$2.06B Revenue for 2026
Taboola has projected a 2026 revenue outlook of $2.0 billion to $2.06 billion, driven by strong Q1 2026 results that exceeded guidance....
Markets
Global Gold Reserves Rise to 66,000 Metric Tons, Australia Leads
Global identified economic gold reserves have increased to 66,000 metric tons, with Australia holding the top position. This upward revision highlights shifts...
Markets
Taiwan Stock Market Hits Record High, Global Optimism Fuels Further Ascent
The Taiwan Stock Exchange has achieved a fresh record closing high, advancing 5% over three sessions. Global optimism, particularly regarding Middle East...