Europe’s largest economy reports a €41 billion federal deficit early in the year, signaling deepening fiscal strain and structural challenges. Germany’s finance ministry reported a €41 billion federal budget deficit at the end of April, a sharp contrast to its long-standin
ING commodities strategists Warren Patterson and Ewa Manthey report a notable decline in global Aluminium production in April, driven largely by sharp cuts in Gulf output linked to the Iran conflict. While China’s production dipped month-on-month, it remains slightly highe
The free trade agreement between the UK and Gulf Cooperation Council aims to boost bilateral trade and investment worth trillions. The UK and Gulf Cooperation Council signed a free trade agreement valued at $2 trillion, Bahrain’s industry minister said. The deal is expecte
Damaged energy infrastructure and storage constraints may keep oil prices elevated for months, even if US-Iran tensions ease. Oil prices remain supported by lingering supply risks, despite renewed hopes for a US-Iran agreement. Recent optimism over a potential deal briefly
Mitsubishi UFJ, Sumitomo Mitsui, and Mizuho report all-time high earnings but face slowing growth as risks escalate. Japan’s three largest banks posted record annual profits for the fiscal year ended March 2026, driven by higher lending margins and strong corporate demand.
The order aims to address growing calls for regulation of advanced AI models due to national security risks. U.S. President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity as early as Thursday. The move responds to increasing pres
Markets rebounded after Trump suggested the US is in final-stage talks with Iran, overshadowing geopolitical uncertainties. US equities reversed a weekly loss after President Trump stated the US is in the "final stages of talks" with Iran, boosting risk sentiment. The rema
The order will establish a voluntary framework for developers to disclose AI models to the government 90 days before public release. President Trump is set to sign an executive order on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity on Thursday. The order introduces a voluntary
US President Donald Trump says Iran negotiations are in final stages US President Donald Trump stated that negotiations with Iran are in the final stages. Trump reiterated a pledge to restart attacks if Iran doesn’t agree to his terms. The West Texas Interm
Labour government introduces free bus travel for children and tariff cuts on 100+ food items to ease household budgets. UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a £250 million cost-of-living package, including free bus travel for children aged five to 15 in England during Aug
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