Economy

Oil prices hit multi-month highs as Trump administration considers military action against Iran. Analysis of geopolitical risks reshaping global energy markets and economic stability.

Sharp yen gains on intervention fears may not last as Japan heads to polls Feb 8. Carry trade fundamentals remain intact despite currency's jump from 155 to 149 against dollar.

Trump is reportedly preparing to nominate Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve Chair, signaling a potential shift in monetary policy direction and market dynamics.

Bitcoin plunged nearly $10,000 in 24 hours to $81,000 as Trump's Fed chair comments sparked massive crypto liquidations worth $1.75 billion.

Japanese shipping companies form joint venture to order exclusively from domestic shipyards, creating artificial demand as China captures 60%+ of global market share.

Brazilian fintech PicPay soared on its Nasdaq debut with a $2.5B valuation, showcasing the Batista brothers' digital payments success and emerging market fintech potential.

Visa beats Q1 estimates on holiday spending surge, but what does this reveal about global consumer behavior and payment evolution in 2026?

Apple forecasts 16% growth but reveals chip shortages are limiting iPhone sales. TSMC's advanced node constraints emerge as the real bottleneck, not memory prices.

Apple's Q1 2026 results show 38% China revenue surge and iPhone sales boom, but memory cost pressures loom. What this means for investors and the AI race.

Apple reported 16% revenue growth with strong iPhone demand but shares barely moved due to AI worries. Microsoft plunged 10% on spending concerns while Meta soared on AI monetization success.

Compass Point's Ed Engel upgrades Circle to Neutral from Sell, but keeps lowest price target at $60. USDC's 75% DeFi exposure drives correlation with crypto cycles despite stablecoin status.

York Space Systems' IPO debut signals massive opportunities in Trump's $175B missile defense project. Space defense contractors are positioning for the next big government spending wave.