A last-minute, short-term extension of the cornerstone US-Africa trade program AGOA has been passed, averting immediate expiration but leaving businesses and governments on both continents anxious about the partnership's long-term trajectory.
As geopolitical tensions redefine global finance, China's explicit drive to elevate the yuan challenges dollar dominance. This strategic shift, involving digital currency innovation and payment system expansion, creates ripples across traditional and crypto markets, positioning Bitcoin as a potential neutral asset in an era of monetary competition.
With large-cap stocks dominating in a climate of steady rates and wavering consumer sentiment, some investors are turning their gaze to smaller, often overlooked companies. We examine three penny stocks from Asia, each with a market cap below US$500 million, to assess their financial resilience and growth potential in the current environment.
While small-cap stocks have broadly underperformed, recent insider buying activity points to potential value in select global companies. We examine three firms where leadership is putting their own capital to work.
In the aftermath of the devastating '10/10' market crash of 2025, Binance finds its dominance and trust metrics under a microscope. While the exchange compensated users and maintains its user base, questions about systemic risk and centralization linger, shaping the post-crash narrative.
A woman claiming to be a former girlfriend of TRON founder Justin Sun has made a series of unverified yet damaging public allegations, reviving scrutiny of his ongoing SEC case and accusing him of orchestrating wash trading. The claims also unexpectedly link Sun to Olympic skier Eileen Gu.
While the industrial sector has surged ahead of the broader market, not all companies are positioned to weather an economic downturn. We examine three industrial stocks where valuation and business model concerns suggest investors should proceed with caution.
A Beijing court has sentenced ex-Justice Minister Tang Yijun to life imprisonment on bribery charges, state media reported Monday, marking one of the highest-profile convictions in China's ongoing anti-corruption campaign.
While strong cash generation is a hallmark of a healthy business, it's not the whole story. We analyze three companies with solid cash flow, highlighting one that reinvests for growth and two where underlying risks may outweigh the financial metrics.
While strong cash generation is a hallmark of a healthy business, it doesn't automatically translate to a winning investment. We analyze three cash-rich companies, highlighting one that leverages its financial firepower effectively and two where cash flow alone may not be enough to justify investor optimism.
Terns Pharmaceuticals has restructured a key licensing deal with China's Hansoh, gaining exclusive worldwide rights for its TERN-701 oncology drug outside Greater China. The strategic move, coupled with a recent analyst price target surge, signals the company's aggressive push into international markets.
Alphabet's self-driving subsidiary Waymo is reportedly seeking a new funding round that would value the company at approximately $110 billion, drawing fresh attention to the tech giant's ambitious bets beyond its core advertising business and the evolving landscape of autonomous vehicle investment.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group's shares have surged nearly 50% in the past year, capping a remarkable five-year run. As the stock trades near ¥2,751, investors are divided: does the valuation still offer a margin of safety, or has the rally run its course? We delve into the metrics and market sentiment.
Silver prices have erased most of their historic 2025-2026 gains in a dramatic reversal, highlighting the profound and volatile impact of Chinese retail speculation on global commodity markets.
Yamaha Motor's shares have delivered impressive multi-year returns, but a deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the current price may be running ahead of fundamentals. Analysis points to a significant premium based on cash flow and earnings multiples, raising questions about its near-term trajectory.
The Kospi index plunged over 5% in its sharpest drop since April, halting program trading and dragging down chip giants Samsung and SK Hynix. The selloff, fueled by global risk-off sentiment and doubts over AI spending, tests the resilience of one of the world's hottest equity markets.
Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu, meeting with China's top diplomat Wang Yi in Moscow, reiterated Russia's firm support for Beijing's position on Taiwan, calling it an 'inseparable part' of China. The talks underscore deepening strategic coordination between the two powers amid global tensions.
D-Wave Quantum Inc. announces the relocation of its headquarters and core R&D from Palo Alto, California, to Boca Raton, Florida, citing the state's business climate and partnership opportunities, in a move emblematic of a wider coastal tech migration.
Chinese authorities have executed four individuals convicted of running a multi-billion dollar telecom fraud and gambling network from Myanmar, responsible for six deaths. The move follows last week's execution of 11 others, signaling Beijing's intensifying campaign against organized cybercrime in Southeast Asia.
Two of the largest known Ethereum holders, BitcoinOG and Trend Research, have strategically sold a combined $371 million worth of ETH to repay loans on the Aave protocol. This voluntary deleveraging, distinct from over $140 million in automated liquidations processed by Aave, highlights a shift towards caution among major crypto players amid market volatility.
