A synchronized plunge in traditional safe havens and digital assets has erased over $10 trillion in value, signaling a broad market reassessment of Federal Reserve policy and global liquidity conditions.
A volatile January has underscored a stark shift for investors: political shocks emanating from Washington now pose a greater threat to portfolios than traditional economic or earnings concerns, reshaping risk calculus across global markets.
Amid a fragile de-escalation, Tehran confirms it is reviewing regional mediation proposals and expects a framework for renewed negotiations with Washington within days, though significant hurdles remain.
In a cafe in eastern Turkey, Iranian exiles gather, their eyes fixed on news from home. As a new wave of protests meets a severe crackdown, those who fled earlier unrest watch, wait, and voice a desperate mix of anguish, anger, and fragile hope.
The European Union has firmly rejected Iran's retaliatory designation of EU member states' armed forces as 'terrorist groups,' a move that came days after the bloc formally listed Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, escalating a diplomatic tit-for-tat.
Havana denies White House accusations of being a security threat while appealing for constructive talks, as U.S. pressure cuts off vital Venezuelan oil supplies and risks a humanitarian crisis.
Iranian officials confirm active review of diplomatic channels with Washington, signaling potential de-escalation as military posturing continues in the Gulf region.
Iran has summoned the ambassadors of all European Union member states in Tehran in a sharp diplomatic protest against the bloc's recent decision to designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. The move, triggered by the IRGC's alleged role in suppressing protests, deepens Iran's isolation amid heightened regional tensions.
The annual Sunday Times Tax List reveals the UK's top 100 individual taxpayers paid a record £5.76bn, featuring a mix of business titans, sports stars, and entertainers, with a notable rise in contributions linked to recent fiscal policy changes.
As Bitcoin grapples with volatility below $80,000, a packed U.S. economic calendar—featuring key jobs reports and MicroStrategy's Q4 earnings—is poised to dictate the cryptocurrency's near-term trajectory by shaping Federal Reserve policy expectations.
Mexico faces a delicate balancing act as U.S. tariff threats targeting nations supplying oil to Cuba pressure a key trading partner to choose between economic interests and regional solidarity.
Precious metals markets experienced one of their most volatile weeks on record, with silver plummeting 26% and gold dropping 9% in a dramatic reversal. The sell-off, triggered by shifting U.S. policy expectations, laid bare the market's recent dependence on speculative flows from China, raising questions about stability ahead of the Lunar New Year.
In an exclusive 'Face the Nation' interview, Nobel laureate María Corina Machado discusses Venezuela's future after U.S. intervention, while domestic debates over ICE tactics and a partial government shutdown highlight deepening political divisions.
All known American citizens detained in Venezuela have been freed by the interim administration, marking a significant shift following the political transition after former President Maduro's extradition.
Chevron CEO Mike Wirth signals the energy giant could significantly ramp up processing of Venezuelan crude at its U.S. refineries, following a pivotal Treasury Department license that eases trade restrictions with Caracas.
Crude oil futures surrendered early gains to close lower Friday, as de-escalating rhetoric from Washington over Iran and a stronger dollar offset ongoing geopolitical tensions and supply constraints.
The Trump administration has escalated pressure on Cuba by declaring a national emergency and threatening punitive tariffs on countries supplying it with oil, while simultaneously finalizing a reciprocal trade agreement with Guatemala aimed at bolstering Western Hemisphere supply chains.
Amid escalating tensions and a U.S. military buildup in the Gulf, Iran's foreign minister has declared the country's missile capabilities 'non-negotiable,' setting the stage for a precarious diplomatic standoff.
Crude oil and gasoline prices advanced on Friday, supported by persistent geopolitical risks in the Middle East and ongoing supply constraints, though gains were tempered by a stronger dollar and diplomatic signals.
Chevron is significantly increasing crude exports from Venezuela to the United States, capitalizing on a special U.S. license and growing demand from Gulf Coast refineries, while new competitors enter the recently reopened market.
