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House China Panel chair Moolenaar urges Trump to tighten AI chip export controls on China

Tightening AI chip export controls could curb China's tech advancements but risks straining US-China relations and impacting US firms.

1 day ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Iranian officials acknowledge economic strain as public dissent grows

Growing public dissent and economic strain in Iran may signal potential leadership instability, impacting market perceptions and political dynamics.

1 day ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

France bond risk gauge hits 14-year high as budget fears mount

Rising French bond risk signals potential economic instability, impacting investor confidence and increasing borrowing costs amid fiscal challenges.

1 day ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Allspring Global Investments explores $4B sale as asset management M&A hits record highs

The potential sale of Allspring highlights the increasing trend of consolidation in asset management, driven by economic and strategic pressures.

1 day ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

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Turkey wealth fund buys stocks to stem market rout

Sep. 18, 2026

Turkey wealth fund buys stocks to stem market rout

Turkey's intervention highlights the need for regulatory reforms in asset management, potentially reshaping market stability and investor confidence.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

FTSE Russell warns of energy risks amid refining constraints, rising costs

Sep. 18, 2026

FTSE Russell warns of energy risks amid refining constraints, rising costs

Rising energy costs and refining constraints could destabilize global markets, heightening inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

US seen delaying new China tariffs until after Trump-Xi meeting

Sep. 18, 2026

US seen delaying new China tariffs until after Trump-Xi meeting

The delay in tariffs could foster diplomatic engagement, impacting global trade dynamics and potentially reshaping US-China relations.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

IAEA confirms drone strike damaged cooling tower at Russia’s Kursk nuclear plant

Sep. 18, 2026

IAEA confirms drone strike damaged cooling tower at Russia’s Kursk nuclear plant

The incident underscores the escalating risks to nuclear safety in conflict zones, highlighting the urgent need for protective measures.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Saudi East-West pipeline shutdown threatens key oil route

Sep. 18, 2026

Saudi East-West pipeline shutdown threatens key oil route

The pipeline shutdown underscores the fragility of global oil supply chains, highlighting vulnerabilities that can disrupt markets and elevate prices.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Fed raises rate to 3.75%-4% as Warsh seeks to clarify policy stance

Sep. 18, 2026

Fed raises rate to 3.75%-4% as Warsh seeks to clarify policy stance

The Fed's shift to a reactive policy approach may increase market volatility, as economic data gains heightened influence on rate expectations.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Yen plunges to two-week low after BOJ’s split rate hike decision

Sep. 18, 2026

Yen plunges to two-week low after BOJ’s split rate hike decision

The BOJ's split decision introduces uncertainty, impacting yen stability and signaling cautious future rate hikes, affecting global markets.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

State Department’s Jacob Helberg leads US AI diplomacy against China

Sep. 18, 2026

State Department’s Jacob Helberg leads US AI diplomacy against China

Helberg's AI diplomacy could reshape global tech alliances, reducing reliance on China and potentially altering geopolitical power dynamics.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Fed moves to finalize bank stress testing reforms

Sep. 18, 2026

Fed moves to finalize bank stress testing reforms

The reforms enhance transparency and stability, allowing banks to better plan capital allocation, potentially reducing systemic risk.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Goldman Sachs says fears of US earnings bubble are misplaced

Sep. 18, 2026

Goldman Sachs says fears of US earnings bubble are misplaced

Goldman Sachs strategist Ben Snider argues S&P 500 profit growth reflects real AI-driven gains, not a bubble, projecting the index to reach

By EDITORIAL TEAM