In a surprising strategic move, China, the world’s foremost graphite producer, has announced its decision to enforce export permits for select graphite products. This action is aimed at safeguarding national security and marks another bold step by China to assert control over the supply of critical minerals, particularly those essential for its dominant global manufacturing…
The cryptocurrency market is facing turbulence this autumn, and the signs of an impending winter are looming large. Amid economic uncertainties and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, the long-awaited introduction of a group of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) linked to ether has revealed the prevailing malaise in the crypto sector. Six ETFs, launched…
In the world of international diplomacy and military alliances, timing can be crucial. Turkey, a pivotal NATO member, has decided to take a measured approach to ratifying Sweden’s bid to join NATO. This move comes as it anticipates indications of U.S. support for its own aspiration to acquire F-16 fighter jets. While this strategy may…
The recent Israel-Hamas conflict, marked by intense hostilities, raises questions about its potential repercussions on the Indian economy. While, as of now, it seems to have minimal impact on Indian businesses, experts warn that a prolonged conflict or its expansion to neighboring Middle Eastern nations could change the equation. The Escalation of the Conflict On…
In a significant development, leaders from the Group of 20 nations have come together to intensify their commitment to renewable energy and bolster financial resources for tackling climate-related disasters. However, they have remained at an impasse when it comes to the crucial issue of phasing out coal, a major source of carbon emissions. New Delhi,…
In the bustling city of London, the European markets displayed a rather subdued demeanor on Thursday. The initial excitement stemming from Nvidia’s impressive earnings announcement and the subsequent decline in bond yields gradually waned as the trading session progressed. Nvidia’s Earnings Surge Fizzles, Bond Yields Decline The pan-European Stoxx 600 index, which had initially surged…
Washington, DC – In a notable development, US mortgage rates have experienced a sharp increase, reaching their highest point in over two decades. The Surge in Mortgage Rates According to recent data released by Freddie Mac, the average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage climbed to 7.09% during the week ending August 17. This marked…
In a recent development, the stock market experienced a significant decline while bond yields surged. This event followed a robust labor market report and an increase in debt sales by the Treasury, which coincided with a downgrade of the US by Fitch Ratings. In this article, we will delve into the implications of these developments…
London — European stocks concluded the week with a slight downturn as investors analyzed earnings reports and central bank decisions. Stoxx 600 Index Ends 0.2% Lower Amidst Negative Trend in Most Sectors The Stoxx 600 index experienced a 0.2% decline, with the majority of sectors ending in the negative territory. Notably, media stocks led the…
European stock markets experienced a decline on Monday following the release of Chinese growth data that fell short of expectations. Simultaneously, the second-quarter earnings season is set to commence with full force. At 03:30 ET (07:30 GMT), Germany’s DAX index saw a 0.2% drop, while the U.K.’s FTSE 100 traded down 0.1%, and France’s CAC…
