DeepSeek R1’s official unveiling on 29 January 2025 caused an immediate stir across markets. According to news reports, ...

Meanwhile, the broader crypto landscape continues to evolve, as seen in the early days of Bitcoin when it appeared on hidden marketplaces like Silk Road—an episode that taught the world both the power ...

DOGE was formed to restructure and replace the old U.S. Digital Service. That service once focused on digital transformation within government agencies. Now, under DOGE, the mission is broader.

If widely adopted, an offshore digital dollar could accelerate shifts in the global financial system. Traditional banks might lose influence as more transactions bypass conventional financial ...

The strength of the U.S. dollar presents a growing risk for equity markets, particularly for sectors heavily reliant on international revenue. While a strong dollar reflects confidence in the U.S.

One immediate effect of the BoJ’s decision is on the Japanese yen. Higher interest rates typically strengthen a currency, as ...

The MAS cited several reasons for lowering its 2025 growth and inflation forecasts: Ongoing geopolitical tensions, ...

Dollar-Denominated Debt: A stronger U.S. dollar, fueled by trade tensions and rising interest rates, increases the cost of ...

The dollar reacted sharply to Trump’s remarks, weakening against a basket of major currencies. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY), ...

Tariffs on Imports: Trump imposed tariffs on goods from key trading partners, including a 25% tariff on steel and a 10% tariff on aluminum. The most significant actions targeted Chinese imports, with ...

If China’s oil consumption is indeed plateauing, the implications could be monumental. For years, the IEA has predicted that ...

Even with these positive moves, risk remains a big concern. Pension funds are not used to handling wild swings in value.