Trump’s $30 Trillion Bond Truce Hangs by a Thread
Since the upheaval caused by President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs in April, which triggered a sharp sell-off in U.S. Treasuries, the administration has...
Wall Street Ends Year at Highs; Gold Continues Its Winning Streak
Major U. S. stock indexes were near record highs on Friday during quiet post-Christmas trading, boosted by expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut...
Syrian Central Bank Announces New Currency, Swap to Begin in 2026
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Syria will begin a currency swap on January 1, 2026, replacing old banknotes with new ones in an effort to restore confidence in...
Gold, Silver, Defense Stocks Soar in 2025 While Traditional Safe Havens Flounder
2025 was a remarkable year for precious metals and defense stocks, while most traditional safe-haven investments underperformed. Gold rose over 60%, its biggest jump...
Pakistan presses ahead with IMF-backed PIA privatisation, draws three bids
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), the country’s national carrier, has struggled for decades with debt, operational inefficiencies, and international bans that curtailed its most profitable...
New Zealand, India Conclude Free Trade Agreement
New Zealand and India have concluded a free trade agreement, both governments said on Monday, aiming to boost access for New Zealand exporters to...
China’s Power Reforms and AI Data Boom Ignite Global Battery Surge
A revamp of China’s electricity market is transforming the economics of energy storage just as global demand explodes, unleashing a boom for Chinese battery...
Customer Experience Red Flags: 8 Early Warning Signs Your Business Shouldn’t Ignore
Customer expectations are at an all-time high. If your customer service falls short, it can impact your business's future.
Since 78% of customers have abandoned...
Funding Pakistan’s Stability: The World Bank’s $700 Million Commitment
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The World Bank has approved $700 million in financing for Pakistan's economic stability, advancing a controversial multi-year program that could total $1.35 billion....
Magnet Diplomacy: China’s Rare-Earth Exports Soar After Xi Deal
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China's rare-earth magnet exports surged to 6,150 metric tons in November, the second-highest level on record and a 12% increase from October, following...