Chinese financial institutions are carving out a significant foothold in global lending markets. With their ability to provide more affordable credit options, they are attracting desirable borrowers away from established international banks. This shift has been fueled by China’s easing…
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Israel’s military is planning at least one or two more weeks of operations in Iran, Israeli media reported on Wednesday after briefings to military reporters. “The Israeli military is planning for at least one or two more weeks of operations…
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The US Iran conflict escalates with a US strike on an Iranian warship. Shipping through the vital Strait of Hormuz is halted for five days. Oil and gas flows are choked off, impacting global energy markets. Asian refiners seek alternative…
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday that Donald Trump’s 15-percent global tariff is likely to be rolled out this week, as the president moves to rebuild his trade agenda after a major legal setback. Since then, the US leader…
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Australia’s Flight Centre Travel Group has experienced a 75% increase in calls to its stores and emergency assistance lines since the crisis began, with teams having to work around the clock to help customers. Global Managing Director Andrew Stark said…
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Senate Republicans blocked a bipartisan resolution to curb President Trump’s war powers against Iran, voting 53-47 against advancing the measure. Supporters argued it was a bid to reclaim Congress’s constitutional authority to declare war, while opponents deemed Trump’s actions legal…
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