Aptiv capped off 2025 with record fourth-quarter sales and detailed a transformative 2026 outlook, headlined by the imminent spin-off of its Electrical Distribution Systems unit into VersaGen. The automotive tech leader is navigating currency headwinds and strategic investments to expand beyond traditional auto markets.
A U.S.-sanctioned Russian cargo aircraft, linked to prior military support in Venezuela, landed at a Cuban military airfield. The arrival coincides with a declared U.S. national emergency over Cuba and fuels concerns over Moscow's strategic activities in America's backyard.
Scotland's celebrated whisky tourism sector is showing signs of strain, with major players closing visitor centres and cutting hours amid staffing challenges and shifting demand, even as new investments open their doors.
The U.S. manufacturing sector snapped a year-long contraction in January, with two key surveys pointing to a sharp rebound in production and new orders. However, the recovery comes alongside heightened input costs and lingering concerns over tariffs and inventory build-up.
The entertainment giant signals a downturn in overseas visitors to its American resorts, with industry analysts citing geopolitical tensions and shifting travel policies as contributing factors.
Senior Iranian officials have privately warned Supreme Leader Khamenei that public fury over a recent bloody crackdown has eroded the 'wall of fear,' raising concerns that even a limited U.S. strike could embolden protesters and threaten the regime's stability, according to multiple sources familiar with high-level discussions.
The United Arab Emirates has achieved a milestone in its economic transformation, with non-oil trade exceeding $1 trillion for the first time in 2025. This rapid growth is closing the export gap with regional heavyweight Saudi Arabia, as both Gulf states accelerate their push beyond hydrocarbons.
Bishkek moves to engage Brussels after reports emerge that the EU is preparing to deploy its new anti-circumvention tool, targeting Kyrgyzstan's role as a conduit for goods to sanctioned Russia.
The latest release of court documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case has sent shockwaves through international corridors of power, revealing communications between the convicted sex offender and high-profile figures in India, Australia, the UK, Slovakia, and Norway, prompting resignations and fierce political denials.
The Walt Disney Company posted a mixed fiscal first quarter, with its Experiences division reaching an unprecedented $10 billion in revenue. While streaming profits soared, a warning of softening U.S. park demand and a looming CEO transition cast a shadow over the results.
Shares of USA Rare Earth (NASDAQ: USAR) climbed over 6% Monday morning following reports of a proposed U.S. government initiative, dubbed 'Project Vault,' aimed at securing a strategic reserve of critical minerals, including rare earths, to counter potential supply chain vulnerabilities.
A damning report from the EU's financial watchdog reveals the bloc's struggle to secure the minerals essential for its climate goals, highlighting failed trade deals, stalled recycling, and persistent over-reliance on external suppliers.
Cotton markets opened the week under renewed pressure, with prices falling for a second consecutive session. The decline comes as export commitments lag significantly behind historical averages and managed money traders increase their bearish bets.
Corn futures extended their recent slide to start the week, pressured by a stronger dollar and ongoing adjustments in trader positioning. Despite robust export commitments, concerns over South American harvest progress and speculative activity are keeping the market on the back foot.
An analysis of President Trump's recent op-ed claims reveals significant discrepancies between his portrayal of tariff success and official trade figures, price impact studies, and the nuanced reality of their implementation.
Tether, the company behind the world's dominant stablecoin, has quietly built a balance sheet rivaling major financial institutions, amassing vast holdings of U.S. Treasury debt and gold. Its explosive growth is reshaping its role in traditional finance and drawing regulatory scrutiny.
A damning report from the European Court of Auditors reveals the bloc is falling dangerously behind in securing the lithium, cobalt, and nickel needed for its energy transition, leaving climate goals and strategic autonomy in jeopardy.
From Mussolini's Rome-Berlin Axis to Bush's 'Axis of Evil,' the term has evolved into a potent geopolitical label. Its revival to describe groupings like the 'Axis of Upheaval' reveals how language frames modern conflicts and defines the boundaries of legitimacy in international politics.
Aptiv reported record fourth-quarter revenue of $5.2 billion, a 3% increase, as the automotive technology leader prepares to spin off its Electrical Distribution Systems business as the independent company Versagen on April 1, 2026.
A Dhaka court sentences former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 10 years and her niece, UK Labour MP Tulip Siddiq, to 4 years on corruption charges, amid a political crackdown ahead of February elections.
