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April 4, 2025
News, World Economy

Yuan Devaluation Ahead? China Considers ‘Nuclear Option’ Against US Tariffs

The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) is weighing a controlled 8-10% yuan devaluation to neutralize US tariff impacts, according to central bank insiders. The radical move would: Mechanics: Projected...

April 3, 2025
Stocks, World Economy

Investors Rush to Defensive Stocks as Trade War Roils European Markets

European investors executed a dramatic sector rotation Thursday, fleeing cyclical stocks for defensive havens as Trump’s tariffs reignited trade war fears. The moves created stark divergences: Winners (Defensives): Losers...

April 3, 2025
Stocks, World Economy

Asian Currencies Collapse to Multi-Year Lows as Dollar Surges

Asian currencies suffered their worst day in months Thursday as the dollar index soared to 20-year highs following hawkish Fed comments. The Japanese yen breached 155 per dollar for...

April 3, 2025
News, World Economy

“America First” Energy Policy: Trump Imposes 15% Tariff on Chinese Solar Panels

In a move that’s dividing the renewable energy sector, President Trump announced 15% tariffs on Chinese solar panels and components today. The policy, framed as protecting U.S. energy independence,...

March 21, 2025
News, World Economy

European Markets Mixed as Investors Await Central Bank Decisions

European markets showed mixed performance on Thursday as investors awaited monetary policy announcements from the Bank of England, Swiss National Bank, and Sweden’s Riksbank. The Stoxx 600 index rose...

March 20, 2025
News, World Economy

Asia-Pacific Markets Mixed as US and China Keep Interest Rates Unchanged

Asia-Pacific markets displayed a mixed performance on Thursday following decisions by the U.S. Federal Reserve and China’s central bank to maintain their benchmark interest rates. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 climbed...

March 19, 2025
News, World Economy

Wall Street Loses Ground as China’s Markets Shine in 2025

The global financial landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation, with China’s markets taking center stage in 2025. As Wall Street struggles with economic uncertainties, China’s focus on innovation and...

March 11, 2025
Technology, World Economy

Volkswagen Faces 15% Profit Drop but Predicts Sales Growth in 2025

Volkswagen reported a 15% drop in yearly operating profit, citing rising costs and restructuring-related expenses. The German automaker posted sales of 324.7 billion euros ($352.8 billion) for 2024, a...

March 11, 2025
News, World Economy

Equities Plunge as Trump-Driven Uncertainty Sparks Economic Anxiety

Equities are plunging as uncertainty driven by President Donald Trump’s policies sparks widespread economic anxiety. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both posted sharp losses this week,...

March 11, 2025
News, World Economy

China’s $41 Billion Plan Aims to Boost Domestic Consumption

China has unveiled a $41 billion plan aimed at boosting domestic consumption, as part of efforts to revitalize its economy amid slowing growth. The plan includes subsidies for consumer...