A senior Iranian official has refuted earlier media claims that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy would conduct live-fire military exercises in the vital Strait of Hormuz this week, calling the reports inaccurate.
Crude futures retreated sharply on Monday after weekend comments from U.S. President Donald Trump suggested diplomatic engagement with Iran, easing fears of a military confrontation that had recently buoyed markets.
With the specter of U.S. military action looming, Iran is engaging in a frantic diplomatic push with regional powers like Turkey, while global capitals scramble to prevent a full-scale war. Despite the outreach, analysts warn the window for de-escalation is narrowing.
As the digital asset market matures, two powerful forces—comprehensive U.S. regulation and a pivot toward tokenized stable assets—are poised to redefine the trading landscape by 2026, potentially attracting a new wave of capital while curbing volatility.
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has partially reopened under the terms of the US-brokered ceasefire, permitting a limited number of medical evacuations for the first time in nearly two years, as tens of thousands await passage.
QatarEnergy awards McDermott a pivotal contract to plan the removal of 27 aging offshore platforms, marking the nation's first major step in responsibly retiring legacy oil and gas infrastructure.
Despite posting strong quarterly earnings, Microsoft's stock suffered its worst single-day drop in years as Wall Street focused on soaring capital expenditures and a slight deceleration in cloud revenue growth, highlighting the intense pressure on tech giants to deliver immediate AI payoffs.
With pharmaceutical companies increasingly deploying AI in direct-to-consumer platforms, the regulatory landscape remains fragmented. In the absence of comprehensive federal action, states are stepping in with disparate laws to address privacy and safety concerns, creating a complex compliance challenge for the industry.
Disney's theme parks and cruise lines delivered a historic $10 billion quarter, driving overall revenue past expectations. However, surging costs across its media and sports divisions squeezed profits as the entertainment giant nears a decision on its next chief executive.
After a recent pullback, shares of French construction materials giant Saint-Gobain are trading at a notable discount to analyst targets. While long-term performance remains robust, investors are weighing near-term risks against potential value.
After a protracted political standoff, France's long-delayed 2026 budget is set for adoption, granting Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu a hard-won victory but leaving President Macron's domestic reform agenda in limbo ahead of the 2027 election.
Shares of Chinese EV maker XPeng have tumbled roughly 12% over the past month, reigniting the debate over its valuation. While long-term holders remain in profit, the recent weakness prompts a fresh look at the company's prospects amid fierce competition and its path to sustained profitability.
Despite modest revenue growth and lack of profitability, Cognyte Software (NASDAQ: CGNT) has delivered a remarkable 133% return to shareholders over the past three years, highlighting a stark divergence between financial fundamentals and market optimism.
While savings accounts offer safety and liquidity, experts warn that historically low interest rates are silently eroding purchasing power. We examine the risks of idle cash and explore strategies to protect—and grow—your nest egg.
As Chinese exports, from electric vehicles to e-commerce goods, reshape Latin American markets, governments and industries grapple with the dual pressures of affordable consumer goods and strained local manufacturing, forcing a delicate recalibration of trade policies and regional alliances.
Sanofi reports a pivotal Phase 3 win for its investigational therapy venglustat in a rare neurological disorder, alongside positive EU regulatory news for Rezurock and progress for amlitelimab, signaling a strategic shift toward high-value specialty medicines.
While Bed Bath & Beyond shares fell 13%, insiders who bought in the last year remain in profit, highlighting a potential disconnect between internal confidence and market sentiment.
Freshly released documents from the Epstein files include a 2009 email from Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, congratulating the convicted sex offender on the birth of a child—a claim that revives long-standing speculation about a potential secret heir to his fortune.
Senior U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is set to arrive in Jerusalem for meetings with Prime Minister Netanyahu and military leaders, as Washington seeks to navigate escalating regional tensions with Iran and advance efforts to end the Gaza conflict.
Authorities in Pima County are conducting an extensive search for Nancy Guthrie, 84, the mother of 'Today' show co-host Savannah Guthrie, who was reported missing from her Tucson-area home under circumstances described as 'very concerning.'
