Economy



China defends rare earth export controls and signals cooperation with the United States

The government of China has reaffirmed that its export controls on rare earth minerals are legal and in line with national regulations, while also expressing willingness to cooperate with the United States on what it described as “reasonable concerns.” The statement was issued by China’s......

Gold falls to six-week low as US yields rise

Gold prices declined to their lowest level in six weeks as rising US Treasury yields and a stronger dollar reduced demand for non-yielding assets. The metal traded near 4,540 dollars per ounce after extending a month-long correction that has erased roughly 6 percent of its value. The downturn reflects......

Asia-Pacific airlines face collapse risk as fuel costs double

The Asia-Pacific aviation sector is under severe financial strain as fuel costs surge, prompting warnings that weaker carriers could face collapse if conditions persist. The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines cautioned on Tuesday that jet fuel prices have doubled, creating what it described as a critical......

Crypto markets rebound after Trump halts Iran strike plan

Cryptocurrency markets recovered on Tuesday after the announcement that a planned US military strike on Iran had been postponed, easing immediate geopolitical tensions. Digital assets gained ground in early trading, with privacy-focused tokens leading advances while Bitcoin stabilized near the 77,000......

Rupee and rupiah hit record lows as oil tops 111 dollars

The Indian rupee and Indonesian rupiah fell to historic lows on Monday as rising oil prices and global bond market pressure strengthened the US dollar and intensified selling across Asian emerging market currencies. The move reflected growing investor concern over capital outflows from energy-importing......

Global markets rebound after report on possible Iran sanctions relief

Global financial markets recovered from steep early losses on Monday after reports emerged suggesting the United States could temporarily ease sanctions on Iranian oil exports during ongoing diplomatic talks. The late session reversal helped calm investors rattled by escalating tensions between Washington......

India’s LPG crisis pushes California gasoline prices above $6

California gasoline prices have surged past six dollars per gallon as the conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States disrupts global energy supply chains and reshapes fuel production priorities in India. The crisis has linked cooking gas shortages in South Asia to mounting pressure on American......

European stocks fall as Gulf tensions fuel inflation fears

European equity markets fell on Monday as rising geopolitical tensions in the Gulf and renewed inflation concerns weighed on investor sentiment, with energy prices remaining elevated due to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran. The downturn extended a broader global risk-off move,......

Global bond rout deepens as war driven inflation reshapes rate outlook

A sharp global selloff in government bonds intensified Monday as persistent conflict between the United States and Iran pushed oil prices higher and forced investors to reassess expectations for interest rates across major economies. Surging energy costs and accelerating inflation have fueled concerns......

Silver price falls as India restricts imports and Fed rate fears rise

Silver prices extended losses for a third consecutive session, trading near 75 dollars per troy ounce on Monday, as India introduced sweeping import restrictions and expectations of a possible Federal Reserve rate hike strengthened the US dollar. The combined pressure erased earlier gains from a rally......

War with Iran costs global companies 25 billion dollars

Global companies have incurred losses of at least 25 billion dollars due to the war between the United States and Israel and Iran. The conflict has forced widespread defensive action across corporate balance sheets, affecting pricing strategies, production levels, dividend policies, and emergency funding......

Rising diesel costs from Iran war strain U.S. school budgets

Sharp increases in diesel prices linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran are placing growing financial pressure on school districts across the United States, forcing many administrators to reconsider transportation and operational spending. Since the beginning of the conflict earlier this year,......

NextEra and Dominion discuss major merger to create energy Giant in the United States

Two major American energy companies are reportedly in discussions over a possible merger that could create one of the largest utility groups in the United States. According to financial media reports, NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy are exploring a deal that would combine their operations into a......

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