Economy
Trump’s Economy: Strong Growth Meets Soaring Costs Ahead of Midterms
Despite robust Q1 2026 GDP growth driven by AI investment, American voters face a rising cost of living and higher borrowing costs...
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Finance
UK Faces Wide Field of Economic Uncertainties
The Bank of England signals rate hikes are more likely than not as Middle East conflict fuels inflation, impacting households and businesses.
Stocks
Stocks Mixed as Megacap Tech Earnings Loom
Major U.S. stock indexes closed mixed Wednesday, with the Nasdaq 100 gaining slightly while the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell. Investors await...
Markets
Oil Prices Climb as Hormuz Standoff Intensifies
Oil prices surged Tuesday as U.S.-Iran peace talks faltered and the Strait of Hormuz remained effectively closed, raising concerns over energy supply.
Investing
Iran Envoy’s Pakistan Visit Amidst Shifting US-Iran Talk Dynamics
Iran's top diplomat made a brief return to Islamabad as Pakistan sought to revive ceasefire talks, while President Trump suggested phone calls...
Markets
Iran Conflict Dampens GE Aerospace’s Growth Forecast
GE Aerospace reported strong Q1 earnings, but macro risks tied to the Iran conflict are tempering outlook and impacting flight departure forecasts.
Economy
Philippines Central Bank Raises Key Rate Amid Inflation Fears
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas hiked its benchmark interest rate for the first time in over two years, citing a worsening inflation...
Markets
Gold Gains as U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Extension Eases Market Tensions
Gold prices climbed Wednesday following the announcement of an extended U.S.-Iran ceasefire, offering a moderate boost to market sentiment. The Hormuz Strait...
Investing
Asian Stocks Fall, Oil Surges Past $100 on Iran Tensions
Asian markets retreated and oil prices climbed above $100 a barrel as concerns over the Iran war's duration overshadowed Wall Street's record...