Economy

US pump prices have crossed $4 a gallon as Iran's war disrupts global energy supply. Who pays, who profits, and what does this mean for inflation, markets, and everyday consumers?

Oil has risen for four consecutive days as Middle East conflict widens, threatening supply routes. Here's who wins, who loses, and what it means for your wallet and portfolio.

Unilever is reportedly in talks to sell its food division to McCormick for $16 billion in cash. What this tells us about the future of consumer goods — and who wins.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell signals no rush to cut rates as tariff-driven inflation risks cloud the outlook. What it means for borrowers, investors, and the global economy.

Bitcoin's hashrate dropped 4% in Q1 2026 — the first first-quarter decline in six years. As mining margins go negative, major U.S. miners are pivoting to AI infrastructure, reshaping who secures the Bitcoin network.

Houthi strikes on Gulf electricity and desalination facilities mark a new front in the US-Israel-led war. Here's what it means for energy markets, regional stability, and your next utility bill.

South Korean AI chip startup Rebellions raised $400M at a $2.34B valuation, backed by Samsung, SK Hynix, and the Korean government. Here's what it means for Nvidia's dominance and the global AI chip race.

Morgan Stanley has downgraded global equities and labeled the US a 'defensive' market amid escalating Middle East tensions. What this means for your portfolio, emerging markets, and the logic of playing defense in an overvalued world.

Three quantum computing firms listed on US exchanges in early 2026 despite brutal market conditions. Practical quantum advantage is expected by 2028-2029—but is the money coming too early?

A new study reveals German firms are structurally trapped between U.S. and Chinese markets—a warning sign for every export-driven economy, including South Korea and Japan.

Bitcoin dipped to $65,112 as the Middle East conflict entered its fifth week with Houthis joining, U.S. troops deploying, and Iran attacking aluminum plants. Oil at $115. What breaks next?

ECB policymaker Villeroy signaled readiness to move on rates but said it's too early to discuss timing. Here's what investors need to read between the lines.