Markets await clarity on Fed policy as Kevin Warsh heads to Jackson Hole amid pressure from Treasury Secretary Bessent's market interventions and uncertainty over inflation stance.
South Korea's Kospi Index has reached 60% volatility in 2026, driven by concentrated AI chip investments and retail-fueled leveraged ETFs, triggering circuit breakers seven times.
Zimbabwe restored monetary stability after hyperinflation but failed to rebuild productive capacity, creating a consumption-led recovery dependent on imports rather than domestic manufacturing.
Los mercados resisten la guerra en Irán impulsados por la IA, pero enfrentan rotaciones en semiconductores, caída de SpaceX y riesgos geopolíticos que podrían frenar nuevos récords bursátiles.
Escalating U.S.-Iran tensions are pushing oil prices higher, triggering renewed inflation fears globally. BlackRock estimates the conflict could add 0.8 percentage points to headline inflation, with energy-dependent regions facing greater exposure.
Rockstar Games has not confirmed a release date for Grand Theft Auto 6's third trailer, but industry analysts project it will arrive between late July and mid-August, likely ahead of Take-Two's August 7 earnings call.
Transnational online scams in East Asia and Southeast Asia cost victims up to $114.1 billion in 2025, tripling losses from 2023. Cambodia and Myanmar have become regional hubs for crime syndicates running fake romance and cryptocurrency schemes.
South Australian energy experts argue citizens must choose between reliable power and affordable bills, as infrastructure investment drives costs up. A new grid reliability scheme adds $23 to household bills while water costs also surge.
South Africa's rising xenophobic movement against African migrants threatens the African Continental Free Trade Area and undermines six decades of Pan-African solidarity built during the anti-apartheid struggle.
Former Valve writer Chet Faliszek argues Sony's 2028 physical media discontinuation reflects consumer preference for digital, citing 78% PS5/PS4 digital sales, though critics question whether market dynamics truly reflect free choice.
Indian markets expected to open lower on July 21 as NIFTY50 tests key 24,200 support amid US market weakness and Middle East tensions affecting oil prices.
Detailed comparison of two midrange phones under PHP 26,000 reveals realme P4 Power edges out Samsung Galaxy A27 in performance and battery, while A27 offers better value and software support.
Vivo is deciding between three 200MP telephoto sensors for its X500 Ultra, each with different size and performance trade-offs. The choice signals a broader industry shift toward high-resolution in-sensor zoom over dedicated optical lenses.
Hong Kong's stock exchange is implementing confidential filing mechanisms and lowering market cap thresholds to attract startups and compete with international exchanges offering similar confidentiality protections.
Indian markets expected to open lower on July 21 as multiple companies report earnings. Paytm shows strong 28% revenue growth and 182% EBITDA jump, while Tata Steel announces ₹10,000 crore investment plan and IndiGo secures record engine order.
Nine's publishing division will cut about 30 roles across SMH, The Age, and other mastheads as it pivots toward digital subscribers amid advertising pressure and AI disruption.
Asian stock markets gained ground as diplomatic efforts in the Middle East eased tensions, pushing oil prices lower and boosting investor sentiment across the region.
Ransomware forced Coca-Cola to halt U.S. production at Fairlife dairy brand, causing 4% stock drop. Analysts assess limited dividend risk given Coca-Cola's scale and strong cash generation.
Wellington's infamous Woofington's castle failed to sell at mortgagee auction, with the deadline passing Monday as the property's fate remains unclear amid legal disputes over the forced sale.
Nigerian Exchange Group CEO Temi Popoola argues Nigeria possesses fundamental strengths—youth, entrepreneurship, and established businesses—to build Africa's leading capital market by connecting enterprises with investors.
SpaceX stock has declined 45% from its peak, closing at fresh lows after seven consecutive days of losses, with the company losing $1.4 trillion in market value.
The Trump administration plans to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian exports using an untested legal provision, escalating trade tensions with a major U.S. trading partner.
NBA champion Jordan Clarkson was escorted from a Manhattan nightclub after attempting to break up a bottle fight involving rapper Travis Scott at a post-championship celebration.
Jamie Dimon cautions that financial markets are mispricing risk, stating he would not purchase stocks or Treasury bonds at current valuations due to underestimated global threats.
Major U.S. stock indexes declined as geopolitical tensions with Iran and upcoming Big Tech earnings weighed on investor sentiment, though chip stocks showed resilience amid oil price pressures.
