Economy

As Trump reshapes global order and China's economic leverage grows, European nations are recalculating the costs of supporting Taiwan. Even former allies are having second thoughts.

It's not just money or career ambitions. The global fertility crisis reveals a deeper truth about gender roles, workplace culture, and what happens when society changes faster than expectations at home.

Dassault Aviation's resistance to equal partnership with Germany threatens Europe's biggest defense project. Why is the Rafale maker risking a century-defining program?

India allocates historic $86.7 billion defense budget with 24% jump in new weapons funding. Experts say it targets air force gaps amid China-Pakistan threats. What's the strategic calculus?

Hong Kong's SFC announces framework for perpetual contracts, bitcoin-backed lending, and market-making for institutions. The move accelerates Asia's crypto hub race as other jurisdictions lag behind.

Spark Protocol is bridging its massive on-chain stablecoin liquidity with traditional finance, allowing hedge funds and institutions to tap into DeFi's deepest pools through familiar custody structures.

Nuclear fusion startups are moving from labs to stock listings with record funding. But who's really winning this high-stakes energy bet, and what are the odds?

Ukrainian president plans simultaneous spring elections and peace deal referendum amid US pressure. A high-stakes political maneuver that could reshape the war's trajectory

Oil prices surge on US-Iran tensions and India's growing demand. What this means for consumers, businesses, and global markets.

Astera Labs exceeded Q4 expectations but shares plunged on CFO departure and sky-high investor expectations. A lesson in AI stock market dynamics.

Ford CEO Jim Farley warns Chinese automakers pose existential threat to global players through subsidized low-cost production and export pressure from weak domestic demand.

US retail sales weakness drives gold and silver higher, but dollar weakness and inflation concerns create complex implications for global investors.