Breaking 16:50 Tungsten prices surge 557 percent as China tightens export controls 16:30 BBC urges U.S. court to dismiss Trump’s $10 billion defamation lawsuit 16:20 Currency volatility hits eight month high as Iran conflict shakes markets 16:10 Oil prices top 100 dollars after drone strike on Fujairah port 15:50 Ship traffic in Strait of Hormuz drops to zero amid Iran conflict 15:47 One battle after another wins best picture at 98th Academy Awards 15:40 Salesforce launches record 25 billion dollar share buyback 15:20 Oil prices exceed 100 dollars as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens 14:50 Iran strikes Gulf states as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens 14:45 Encyclopedia Britannica sues OpenAI over AI training practices 14:20 UN climate chief warns fossil fuel dependence threatens Europe’s security 14:17 US Treasury Secretary Bessent calls talks with China in Paris constructive 13:50 JPMorgan warns oil above $90 could trigger S&P 500 correction 13:20 Asian markets fall as oil holds above $100 amid Iran war 12:50 Coinbase signals bitcoin may have passed peak pessimism in market sentiment 12:20 Allies press Trump for war strategy as Iran conflict enters third week 10:40 Tony-winning British actress Jane Lapotaire dies aged 81 10:20 Reuters investigation identifies Banksy as Bristol native Robin Gunningham 09:50 Peter Thiel lectures in Rome draw criticism from Vatican advisers 09:20 Japan begins releasing oil reserves in largest IEA stockpile draw 08:50 Hormuz blockade exposes fragile foundations of global semiconductor supply chain 08:20 Gold steadies near $5,000 as Iran conflict clouds Fed rate outlook 07:50 South Korea tanker operator Sinokor gains windfall as Strait of Hormuz crisis drives shipping rates 07:20 Australia and Japan decline naval deployment in Strait of Hormuz coalition 07:00 Bitcoin approaches $74,000 as Middle East oil crisis fuels crypto rally


Apple beats expectations but faces soaring tariff costs

Apple exceeded market expectations in the first quarter, buoyed by a rebound in iPhone sales. However, the company warned that newly imposed tariffs by Donald Trump could significantly increase costs in the coming months. CEO Tim Cook indicated during the earnings call that tariffs could cost Apple up......

U.S. seeks tariff talks with China amid escalating trade tensions

The United States has proactively approached China regarding discussions over President Donald Trump's significant 145% tariffs, according to a recent post from a social media account linked to Chinese state media. This development may indicate Beijing's willingness to consider negotiations. The......

Economic turbulence: Trump navigates first-quarter contraction amid rising discontent

President Donald Trump is urging patience as he faces the fallout from a first-quarter economic contraction, alongside tariffs that have dented his popularity. In a recent address, he expressed optimism about an imminent resurgence in the U.S. economy. The U.S. Commerce Department's advance gross......

Catalan companies seek guidance on U.S. tariff response plan

A total of 80 companies in Catalonia have reached out to the Generalitat's Agency for Business Competitiveness (ACCIÓ) for advice following the announcement of the Pla Responem, a plan to counter the tariff war initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump. The agency, which operates under the......

Americans lead foreign property purchases in Spain

New data reveals that American nationals are paying significantly more for homes in Spain than most other foreigners, with the second half of 2024 witnessing a remarkable surge in property prices. This trend has sparked concerns about the ongoing housing crisis in the country, which has been identified......

Tariff policies under Donald Trump's presidency

The tariff policies imposed by the United States have long had a significant impact on international trade, influencing both partner economies and diplomatic relations. In recent years, U.S. trade policy has shifted towards tariff hikes, economic sanctions, and a clear intention to protect domestic industries......

Trump Authorizes Expansion of Deep-Sea Mining to Secure Strategic Minerals

In a move that has sparked both economic anticipation and environmental concern, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to promote deep-sea mining across U.S. and international waters. The aim is to strengthen U.S. access to vital minerals and reduce reliance on China, which currently dominates......

Vietnam and US begin trade talks amid tariff concerns

Vietnam and the United States have officially begun trade negotiations as Hanoi seeks to ease a hefty 46 percent tariff recently announced by former US President Donald Trump. According to Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade, Minister Nguyen Hong Dien and US Trade Representative Jamieson......

Markets certain Bank of England will cut interest rates next month

Financial markets now fully anticipate that the Bank of England will lower interest rates in May, driven by the evolving global economic impact of Donald Trump’s trade policies. On Tuesday, LSEG data initially showed an 82% probability of a rate cut from 4.5% to 4.25% on 8 May. However, that probability......

Trump Softens Stance on Fed Chair Powell amid Market Rally

President Donald Trump has stepped back from his previous threats to remove Jerome Powell as Chair of the Federal Reserve. His earlier criticism of Powell, particularly regarding interest rate decisions, had caused significant turbulence in financial markets. However, Trump clarified to reporters at......

Gold soars past 3500 dollars amid trade turmoil and Fed tensions

For the first time in history, the price of gold surged above $3,500 per ounce on Tuesday, driven by escalating trade tensions and growing friction between former President Donald Trump and the Federal Reserve's chair, which also led to a sharp decline on Wall Street. At 7:30 GMT, the precious metal......

Morocco's IFTL Institute partners with battery pioneer for electric vehicle training

Morocco’s Institute for Transport and Logistics Training (IFTL) has entered into a significant partnership with renowned researcher Professor Rachid Yazami to establish a specialized training program focused on electric vehicle batteries. This initiative is a key component of Morocco’s broader......

China issues warning against trade deals with the U.S. at its expense

On April 21, China accused the U.S. of misusing tariffs and cautioned countries against entering trade deals with the United States that would harm China's interests. This statement escalates tensions in the ongoing trade war between the two largest global economies. China's Ministry of Commerce......

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