#geopolitics

Crude prices surge 5% as US-Iran tensions escalate, lifting energy stocks while broader markets decline. What this means for inflation and your wallet.

Former Biden official reveals why multilateral cooperation is essential to counter China's rise, while admitting key mistakes that weakened US effectiveness.

As US-Iran Geneva talks proceed, American warships mass in the Persian Gulf. What does military pressure beneath diplomatic tables really achieve in 2026?

The US launches a $200 million program to subsidize American-software smartphones across the Indo-Pacific, marking a new front in the AI competition with China.

Trump's second term reveals the world isn't multipolar—it's still unipolar, but now America exercises power without responsibility. China and Russia's challenge has failed to create genuine alternatives.

Texas lawsuit against TP-Link reveals deeper tensions in global networking equipment market. Analyzing corporate nationality, security concerns, and consumer impact.

At Davos, global leaders are shifting from asking 'who will win' the US-China rivalry to 'how can we manage it.' What this means for businesses and nations caught in between.

As 45% of workers now use AI daily, nations face a critical choice: rent Big Tech's models or invest in open alternatives that ensure true digital independence.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Japan launches massive US investment push just a week after election victory, marking the beginning of a strategic economic realignment that puts Beijing on edge.

Oil prices dip as US-Iran tensions ease, but consumers aren't seeing relief at the pump. The gap between crude prices and retail costs reveals deeper market dynamics.

India's entry into Pax Silica reshapes global semiconductor power dynamics, but questions emerge about the true cost of America's chip diplomacy strategy.

Citi forecasts oil rally on geopolitical tensions but warns peace deals could trigger sharp selloffs. What this volatile outlook means for consumers and markets.