US

A Supreme Court Test for the Fed: Why Trump’s Legal Challenge Matters for Global Markets

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear Donald Trump’s challenge to dismiss a Federal Reserve governor, a case that could reshape central bank independence and global market confidence.
2026.01.21
US
Global Economy

Trade Tensions Are Back: Why the IMF Sees a Growing Threat to the Global Economy

The IMF warns that rising trade tensions and protectionism pose a major downside risk to the global economy, threatening growth, inflation stability, and investment.
2026.01.20
Global Economy
EUR

EU Prepares €93 Billion Tariff Response as Trump’s Greenland Threat Reignites Trade and Security Tensions

The EU is preparing €93bn in retaliatory tariffs after Donald Trump’s Greenland threats, raising fears of renewed US–EU trade and security tensions.
2026.01.19
EUR
Asia Pacific

India’s Growth Surprise: Why the IMF May Raise Its GDP Forecast

India’s stronger-than-expected Q3 growth is prompting the IMF to consider raising its GDP forecast. What it means for global markets and emerging economies.
2026.01.16
Asia Pacific
Tech

US Tightens Grip on China Tech Trade With New Semiconductor Tariffs

The US has introduced effective 25% tariffs on Nvidia and AMD chip sales to China, escalating the tech trade war and reshaping global semiconductor markets.
2026.01.15
Tech
Global Economy

IMF Warns AI Job Losses Risk Deepening Inequality Without Stronger Government Action

The IMF urges governments to strengthen worker protections as AI accelerates job displacement, warning of rising inequality and economic instability without policy action.
2026.01.14
Global Economy
Asia Pacific

Japan’s “Takaichi Trade” Returns as Early Election Talk Sends Stocks Soaring

Japanese equities jumped as early election talk revived the “Takaichi Trade,” raising expectations of fiscal expansion while reigniting concerns over debt and the yen.
2026.01.13
Asia Pacific
US

A $150 Billion Question: How a Supreme Court Ruling Could Upend Trump’s Tariff Legacy

A Supreme Court ruling could force the US to refund up to $150 billion in Trump-era tariffs, with major implications for trade policy, markets, and government finances.
2026.01.09
US
Global Economy

The Copper Crunch: How a Looming Supply Shortage Could Become a Global Economic Risk

A looming copper shortage is emerging as a systemic risk to global growth, inflation, and the energy transition. Here’s why it matters.
2026.01.08
Global Economy
Asia Pacific

China–Japan Tensions Rise as Export Controls Deepen Asia’s Tech Divide

China and Japan face renewed tensions as Tokyo tightens export controls on key technologies, raising risks for supply chains, markets, and Asia’s economic outlook.
2026.01.07
Asia Pacific
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