Economy
Did Oil Markets Bet on Trump and Win on Iran War Pricing?
Oil markets experienced extreme volatility during the Iran war, which disrupted global energy flows after the Strait of Hormuz was effectively closed following U.S.-Israeli...
Can Trump’s Critical Minerals Pricing Plan Break China’s Dominance?
The Trump administration is attempting to reshape global critical minerals markets through a Western trading bloc designed to counter China's dominance over minerals essential...
The Grassroots Secret of Chinese Manufacturing
The dramatic transformation of the global flange industry over the past two decades serves as a masterclass in the profound structural power of China’s...
Shanghai Stocks Rise on Iran Peace Hopes
Chinese and Hong Kong markets rebounded on Friday as investor sentiment improved following signs of a potential diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and...
Russia-Africa: The Twilight Narratives
In this conversation, Louis Gouend, Founder and CEO of the African Business Club (ABC), discusses aspects of the current and future perspectives of Russia-Africa...
Hong Kong Banks, Insurers Face Beijing Investment Crackdown
China's recent crackdown on cross-border investments poses challenges for banks, insurers, and wealth managers in Hong Kong that rely on mainland clients. In May,...
G7 Warns of Rising Global Economic Imbalances
France is using its G7 presidency to highlight global economic imbalances, particularly focusing on China's rising exports, ongoing U. S. deficits, and Europe's low...
Why Indonesia Faces Greater Risk to US Monetary Tightening
The Asymmetry of Global Monetary System
The global economic system is consistently driven by the world’s most influential central bank. Data shows that global financial...
SpaceX IPO 2026: Why This Is the Most Important Geopolitical Listing in History
This week, SpaceX begins trading on Nasdaq at $135 per share, valuing the company at roughly $1.8 trillion. The financial press has been focused...
Prabowo’s Populist Policies Trigger Indonesian Market Fears
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is losing investor trust, jeopardizing his growth plans as the country's currency continues to plummet. Since taking office in 2024,...