The summit was moved from Brussels to Beijing, then reduced to one day from two. As the European Union struggles to curb China’s unfair trade practices, are tougher tactics needed to cut the €400 billion...
US Tariffs: The US 35% tariff on Canada and President Trump’s threat to have a 15%-20% universal tariff rather than 10% provides today’s disruption. A tariff letter for the EU is awaited but seeing how...
The silicon valley chip maker briefly topped a record-breaking $4 trillion valuation. Nvidia has seen a consistent rise over the past two years, as enthusiasm for AI-powered tech continues. Shortly after the US stock market...
In recent weeks Europe sweltered under intense heatwaves, while southern South America had record low temperatures. How far is global warming driving these events? In late June and early July, a heatwave swept through Europe bringing with...
US President Trump sent letters to several countries, including close allies Japan and South Korea, imposing tariffs starting August 1. Japanese PM Ishiba said he wanted to reach a deal which worked for both nations....
Seed Replacement Ratio: The seed industry in India has brought many revolutions and transformations in Indian agriculture. The famed’ Green Revolution’ that took India’s agriculture to new heights was also based upon the seeds of...
The dollar’s latest leg down began with the President Trump’s heightened attacks on the Federal Reserve’s conduct of US monetary policy on June 23. That move may be over. Perhaps helped by stronger than expected...
A range of global conflicts, from Ukraine to the Middle East, are reshaping global aviation. Airlines not only have to avoid certain airspaces but also be prepared for possible interference in their flight systems. The war between...
The US dollar has steadied today after yesterday’s shellacking that saw it fall to new multiyear lows against the euro and sterling and 10-year lows against the Swiss franc. The news stream is somewhat more...
China’s grip on rare earths — vital for smartphones, EVs and military tech — has left the US, Europe and India vulnerable. Until global supplies increase, Beijing wields great power over the West’s critical industries....
In today’s fast-changing economy, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are not just contributors but catalysts for inclusive growth and innovation. Yet, despite their potential, many MSMEs face challenges in accessing markets, improving product visibility,...
The world is running out of time to rein in human-driven climate change, with top UN scientists warning that key indicators are now in uncharted territory. The world is on course to crash through a dangerous...