A campaign-trail proposal to temporarily cap credit card interest at 10% could offer significant savings for millions of borrowers, but experts warn of potential unintended consequences for credit access and long-term financial health.
Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino has moved to calm market and labor fears following a landmark Supreme Court ruling that annulled key port contracts held by a CK Hutchison subsidiary. He announced that APM Terminals Panama is prepared to step in temporarily to ensure continuity, with a guarantee of no job losses.
South Africa has ordered Israel's deputy ambassador to leave the country, declaring him persona non grata in a significant diplomatic escalation reflecting Pretoria's strong stance on the war in Gaza.
South Africa has declared Israel's deputy ambassador persona non grata, giving him 72 hours to depart, citing "unacceptable" diplomatic violations and insulting social media posts targeting President Ramaphosa. The move escalates tensions already frayed by South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the UN's top court.
President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor and longtime critic of its recent policy, to be the next chair of the central bank, setting up a potential shift in monetary policy amid ongoing tensions over interest rates and Fed independence.
From economic despair to demands for fundamental rights, Iran's recent wave of protests revealed a rare, broad-based defiance. Through the eyes of those who were there, a story emerges of fleeting hope shattered by a security response activists call the deadliest in decades.
Following a rupture in their longstanding security alliance, French President Emmanuel Macron and Chadian leader Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno have agreed to reset bilateral relations, placing future cooperation squarely in the economic and developmental sphere.
The incoming Dutch government, led by Prime Minister-designate Rob Jetten, has unveiled its policy agenda, pledging continued military and financial support for Ukraine and a commitment to enshrine higher NATO defense spending targets into law.
Precious metals continue their historic surge, outpacing the S&P 500 for a third consecutive year. We examine the powerful drivers behind the rally, from industrial demand to monetary policy, and explore how investors can gain exposure through ETFs while navigating the risks.
U.S. stock index futures trimmed early declines after President Donald Trump nominated former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank, a move seen as injecting moderate policy views amid economic uncertainty.
Mizuho Securities raised its rating on Applied Materials (AMAT) to Outperform, with a $370 price target, forecasting accelerated growth in global wafer fab equipment spending driven by major chipmakers' capital expenditure plans.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announces the company will match the U.S. government's $1,000 'Trump Accounts' contribution for eligible children of employees, with a preference to execute the match in Bitcoin, highlighting crypto's growing intersection with federal policy initiatives.
President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor and critic of current monetary policy, to succeed Jerome Powell as Chair of the Federal Reserve, setting the stage for a potential shift in the central bank's direction.
President Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor and longtime critic of current policy, as the next Fed chair. The move, seen as an effort to align the central bank more closely with White House priorities, could redefine its historic independence and monetary policy direction.
Israeli media reports indicate the military now estimates around 70,000 Palestinian fatalities in Gaza, a figure aligning with earlier Hamas-run health ministry counts it had previously questioned.
South Africa has ordered Israel's chargé d'affaires to leave the country within 72 hours, citing "unacceptable violations" of diplomatic protocol and a direct challenge to its sovereignty, further straining relations already tense over the ICJ genocide case.
Israeli authorities announce the reopening of the Rafah crossing this Sunday, ending a nearly two-year blockade of Gaza's sole passage to Egypt.
Israel announces the Rafah border crossing will reopen this Sunday for limited travel between Gaza and Egypt, marking a significant shift in access for the enclave's 2 million residents after an eight-month Israeli control of the vital gateway.
German automotive giant Bosch reports a sharp 45% drop in operating profit for 2025, driven by heavy restructuring charges, intense global competition, and delayed returns on future-tech investments.
Israel announces the reopening of the Rafah border crossing with Egypt this Sunday, permitting limited two-way movement for Palestinians after nearly 24 months of tight restrictions. The move is seen as a key development in international ceasefire efforts.
