Carney Takes Canada's Investment Pitch to Europe Amid Trade Tensions
Mark Carney is promoting Canada as an investment haven to international investors, taking his pitch from a domestic summit to European forums amid U.S. trade tensions.
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Fed Raises Rates for First Time This Year: What It Means for You
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates this week for the first time in 2026. NPR explains how the mechanism works and its implications for the broader economy.
SPD fights to retain northeastern German state against surging AfD
Germany's northeastern Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania holds state elections on September 20, with the SPD seeking to maintain nearly three decades of control against a surging AfD that polls neck-and-neck with the incumbent party.
Anthropic Eyes $100B Revenue Pace Ahead of November IPO
Anthropic is on pace to exceed $100 billion in annualized revenue by 2026, with the AI company planning an IPO in November while considering new model releases to strengthen its market position.
Rising diesel prices threaten to ripple through American economy
Diesel prices are surging across the U.S., with California hitting $8.35/gallon, threatening to increase costs for consumers and squeeze trucking industry margins.
Foreign profit repatriation dips 13.4% to $558M in FY27 start
Foreign investors repatriated $557.6 million in profits during July-August FY27, down 13.4% YoY, driven by lower payouts from power and financial sectors despite August monthly recovery.
La Fed sube tipos sin asustar a los mercados, que mantienen la calma
La Reserva Federal estadounidense subió los tipos de interés según lo esperado, retirando estímulo monetario. Los mercados reaccionaron con tranquilidad, pendientes de precios energéticos y bonos gubernamentales.
Fiscal drag pushes $80k earners into higher tax brackets, experts say
An $80,000 income in New Zealand now falls into the 33% tax bracket due to fiscal drag, where inflation pushes earners into higher tax brackets without real wage increases. Experts debate whether tax bracket adjustments are needed despite fiscal constraints.
Hong Kong's foreign carer scheme risks wage inflation, affordability crisis
Hong Kong's new pilot scheme to import foreign elderly carers with advanced training could disrupt the domestic helper market, driving up wages and pricing out low-income families, employers warn.
itel A300C: Rugged Budget Phone with 6,000mAh Battery Launches at ₹11,000
itel released the A300C, a budget Android phone priced at ₹11,000 with MIL-STD-810H durability certification, 6,000mAh battery, and free screen replacement for 100 days.
Indonesian businessman questioned over S$340k in counterfeit notes at Singapore casino
An Indonesian businessman is under investigation in Singapore for allegedly using 34 counterfeit S$10,000 notes at Resorts World Sentosa casino in June, claiming he was defrauded and unaware of their illegality.
Activision: Video Game Cheat Market Worth $8.5B Annually
Activision estimates the global video game cheating ecosystem generates $8.5 billion annually, including cheat subscriptions, account sales, and spoofing services. The company has disrupted 375 reseller operations and issued 80+ cease-and-desist orders.
VIX Buy Signal Emerges Despite Weak Market Breadth
The VIX volatility index has formed a buy signal despite negative market breadth indicators, with the S&P 500 driven by a narrow group of AI-linked stocks while most others underperform.
Dólar y euro cierran al alza en el mercado informal cubano; presión sobre poder adquisitivo
El dólar cierra a 706 pesos cubanos y el euro a 805 en el mercado informal de Cuba el viernes 18 de septiembre, ambos en máximos de 30 días, ampliando la brecha con las tasas oficiales.
Nifty poised for breakout above 23,600 as momentum improves; SBI picks 2 smallcaps
SBI Securities analyst Sudeep Shah predicts Nifty 50 may break above 23,600 next week if momentum indicators sustain, while recommending Electronics Mart India and Lumax Auto Technologies as smallcap picks.
Man loses $80k in crypto to fake 'Singaporean woman' dropshipping scam
A 49-year-old Singaporean engineer was defrauded of nearly $80,000 in a three-year online romance scam involving a fake dropshipping investment scheme, losing additional funds to a fraudulent recovery lawyer.
Bitcoin Surges Past Resistance on Fed Relief, Institutional Demand, and Short Liquidations
Bitcoin surged past key resistance levels on September 19 driven by easing macroeconomic conditions, institutional spot ETF inflows, and derivative short liquidations that amplified upward momentum.
Japanese firms pivot from investors to ASEAN partners, targeting 2045 vision
Japanese businesses are repositioning themselves as long-term partners in Southeast Asia beyond traditional investment roles, presenting proposals for supply chain resilience, green economy, digital innovation, and inclusive growth at ASEAN dialogue in Manila.
Republic Bank Ghana targets 42% mortgage market share by 2026
Republic Bank Ghana aims to increase its mortgage market share from 38% to 40-42% by end of 2026, refocusing on its original purpose as a mortgage finance organization through partnerships and expanded lending products.
Yankees Place Aaron Judge on IL With Right Calf Strain
New York Yankees star Aaron Judge has been placed on the injured list due to a right calf strain after exiting a 13-inning game early.
Colorado woman finds love at Irish matchmaking festival, launches tour business
Mary Timby traveled to Ireland's Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival on impulse and met her boyfriend Jason Mangan at a local pub, becoming a viral social media sensation and launching a business to help others seek romance at the event.
Tech Stocks Rise as Treasury Yields Climb Amid Market Volatility
Tech stocks climbed on September 18, 2026, as Treasury yields rose during a volatile trading week, with mixed signals across bond and equity markets.
El fracaso de la Clarity Act frena la regulación integral de criptomonedas en EEUU
El Senado estadounidense rechazó la Clarity Act, legislación integral para criptomonedas, con 50 votos demócratas en contra y 49 republicanos a favor. El bloqueo mantiene la inseguridad jurídica y retrasa la claridad regulatoria que el sector demanda.
US, China in tariff talks on LNG ahead of Xi visit
The US and China are discussing potential tariff cuts on American liquefied natural gas ahead of a planned visit by Chinese President Xi, signaling possible trade tensions relief.