President Trump nominates former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank, setting the stage for a potential shift in monetary policy and a test of the institution's famed independence.
Chevron reported robust fourth-quarter results, emphasizing record global production, major project startups, and increased shareholder returns. Executives detailed progress in the Permian Basin, Gulf of Mexico, and international ventures while outlining a confident outlook for 2026.
At its Annual General Meeting, Thyssenkrupp secured shareholder approval for a €0.15 per share dividend and detailed progress on its pivot to a holding structure, even as it navigates a costly 'year of implementation' with restructuring ahead.
U.S. stocks extended losses into a third session as investors weighed the potential implications of Kevin Warsh's nomination to lead the Federal Reserve, capping a volatile week of trading.
Gold prices soared to a historic peak above $5,500 an ounce this week, fueled by Fed policy signals, only to plunge dramatically as a resurgent U.S. Dollar and profit-taking sparked a broad retreat. The volatile swing sets a tense stage for the metal as markets await key economic data.
Bitcoin struggles to find a floor, trading near November lows as the nomination of Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair fails to spark a rally. Persistent outflows from US spot ETFs and a broader risk-off mood compound the pressure, raising fresh doubts about the cryptocurrency's 'digital gold' narrative.
A dual shift in U.S. sanctions and Venezuelan oil law is unlocking the country's vast reserves for American companies, marking a potential turning point after decades of nationalization and economic isolation.
As Jerome Powell prepares to hand over the reins, his public counsel to a successor underscores the delicate balance between central bank independence and democratic accountability. With Kevin Warsh named as his replacement, the Fed may be poised for a significant shift in philosophy and approach.
Tunisian President Kais Saied has prolonged the nation's state of emergency for an additional 11 months, maintaining exceptional powers first enacted in 2015 following a deadly attack on presidential guards.
Gold and silver futures suffered a dramatic reversal Friday, erasing significant gains from a massive rally. The sharp decline coincided with broader market jitters and a key Federal Reserve nomination.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announces a historic $165 billion investment to expand its advanced chipmaking facilities in Arizona, marking a significant deepening of U.S.-Taiwan economic and strategic ties.
As a temporary halt in Russian airstrikes on Kyiv brokered by former U.S. President Trump nears its end, Ukraine is urgently working to strengthen its air defenses. Analysts caution the lull may be a tactical move by Moscow to bolster its diplomatic leverage rather than a step toward peace.
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon faces federal charges under the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act after a protest at a Minnesota church, marking a rare application of the law beyond abortion clinic demonstrations and raising First Amendment questions.
Bitcoin's sharp decline continues, breaching key support levels as experts warn of a potential slide toward $70,000. Market uncertainty fueled by Trump's controversial Fed chair nomination triggers a broader crypto sell-off.
President Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve Chair, Kevin Warsh, has championed a 'regime change' at the central bank, focusing on balance sheet reduction and regulatory rollback. However, analysts question his ability to deliver swift interest rate cuts and warn of potential internal conflict.
After the COVID-19 windfall subsided, Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla is steering the pharmaceutical giant into a high-stakes, $23 billion pivot to cancer research. Facing a looming patent cliff and plummeting vaccine revenue, Bourla is betting on scientific innovation to secure the company's future—and redefine cancer treatment.
Months after the 'Crypto Black Friday' crash, allegations of platform instability and market manipulation continue to dog Binance, sparking fierce debate about trust and power in the digital asset space.
The global lifestyle retailer MINISO continues its aggressive capital return strategy, repurchasing millions of shares under a Rule 10b5-1 program as analysts remain bullish on the stock's outlook.
Newly released federal data confirms Texas led all states in job creation last year, setting new historic highs for total employment, workforce size, and nonfarm jobs in December, even as regional disparities persist.
A week of significant stock swings saw Lockheed Martin and Texas Instruments surge on strong outlooks, while Humana plunged on regulatory headwinds. Here’s what drove the action and what analysts are saying.
