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Israel and Lebanon agree on four nations to verify Hezbollah disarmament

The agreement could stabilize the region by ensuring Hezbollah's disarmament, potentially reducing tensions and fostering peace between Israel and Lebanon.

2 months ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Core goods prices rise 0.2% in July, largest increase since September 2025

The modest rise in core goods prices suggests potential shifts in consumer demand, impacting sectors reliant on discretionary spending.

2 months ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

US sells euros to stabilize yen in first coordinated intervention with Japan in over a decade

The US's strategic euro sale to support the yen highlights complex global currency dynamics, impacting international monetary policies and alliances.

2 months ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

El Salvador reflects on five years of Bitcoin as legal tender

El Salvador's Bitcoin experiment highlights the tension between national financial autonomy and international economic pressures, influencing global policy.

2 months ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

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Anthropic likely to select EY as auditor amid Big Four conflicts

Aug. 12, 2026

Anthropic likely to select EY as auditor amid Big Four conflicts

Anthropic's choice of EY as auditor highlights the growing complexity of AI partnerships and their impact on regulatory compliance and IPO readiness.

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Traders see 45% chance of September Fed rate hike

Aug. 12, 2026

Traders see 45% chance of September Fed rate hike

The Fed's rate decision could either curb inflation or risk economic slowdown, impacting borrowing costs and market stability significantly.

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Hong Kong excludes proprietary trading firms from tax concessions on carried interest

Aug. 12, 2026

Hong Kong excludes proprietary trading firms from tax concessions on carried interest

Hong Kong's tax policy shift may drive proprietary trading firms to reconsider their operational base, impacting regional financial dynamics.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

US July CPI report lands at 8:30 a.m. ET on August 12

Aug. 12, 2026

US July CPI report lands at 8:30 a.m. ET on August 12

The July CPI report's impact on Federal Reserve policy could influence interest rate expectations, affecting financial markets and economic planning.

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Switzerland advances regulatory reforms following Credit Suisse collapse

Aug. 12, 2026

Switzerland advances regulatory reforms following Credit Suisse collapse

Switzerland's regulatory overhaul aims to fortify its banking sector, potentially reshaping global financial stability and governance norms.

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Bank of Japan faces division with US over next policy steps as yen intervention sparks rate hike debate

Aug. 12, 2026

Bank of Japan faces division with US over next policy steps as yen intervention sparks rate hike debate

The BoJ's potential rate hike could disrupt global markets, affecting Japanese exports, bond yields, and cross-border capital flows.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Kalshi faces lawsuit from FlightAware over flight data use, case dropped a day later

Aug. 12, 2026

Kalshi faces lawsuit from FlightAware over flight data use, case dropped a day later

The case highlights the ongoing challenges prediction markets face in balancing innovation with legal and ethical use of third-party data.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

US Treasury Department repeals beneficial ownership reporting rule for domestic companies

Aug. 12, 2026

US Treasury Department repeals beneficial ownership reporting rule for domestic companies

The repeal may ease compliance for domestic businesses but risks undermining efforts to combat financial crime and enhance corporate transparency.

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Ukraine strikes grain terminals and naval base at Russia’s Novorossiysk port

Aug. 12, 2026

Ukraine strikes grain terminals and naval base at Russia’s Novorossiysk port

Ukraine's attack on Novorossiysk port exacerbates global wheat supply concerns, highlighting vulnerabilities in Black Sea export routes.

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NYC Council targets Polymarket, Kalshi over youth-focused ads

Aug. 12, 2026

NYC Council targets Polymarket, Kalshi over youth-focused ads

The NYC Council's probe into Polymarket could lead to stricter regulations on crypto prediction markets, impacting their growth and operations.

By EDITORIAL TEAM