Investing
Chinese Equities Brace for Trump-Xi Summit Impact
Investors anticipate the May 14-15 Trump-Xi summit, seeking signs of easing tensions to lift Chinese market overhang. Trade tariffs and geopolitical issues...
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Economy
Iran War Threatens Deeper Trade Crisis Than COVID
The Iran war's disruption of the Strait of Hormuz poses a greater, more acute supply chain challenge than COVID-19, forcing a fundamental...
Markets
Gold Climbs Past $4,700 as Dollar Weakens Ahead of Jobs Report
Gold prices advanced above $4,700 an ounce as the dollar index softened, with market participants keenly awaiting the U.S. jobs report and...
Markets
Gold Gains as Iran Reviews U.S. Peace Terms
Gold prices extended gains for a third day on May 7, 2026, as Iran reviewed a U.S. peace proposal aimed at ending...
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.
Economy
G7 Ministers Target Critical Mineral Supply Chains
G7 trade ministers convened to forge common ground on critical mineral supply chains, signaling a united front against geopolitical trade uncertainties.
Markets
Gold Rises as ‘Project Freedom’ Continues, Oil Prices Ease
Gold prices climbed Tuesday as 'Project Freedom' entered its second day, bolstering expectations for secure oil transit through the Strait of Hormuz...
Stocks
Asian Equities Climb on Tech Strength, Dollar Retreats
Asian stocks advanced, driven by robust corporate earnings in the technology sector, while the US dollar edged lower against major currencies. Oil...
Stocks
Oil Drops on Trump’s Hormuz Plan, Iran Diplomacy Hopes
Oil prices fell after President Trump signaled a plan to secure the Strait of Hormuz and reported encouraging diplomatic contacts with Iran,...