Menu

Search

When you throw pebbles in a pond, you get splashes and ripples, but drop a huge rock, you create a mini Tsunami. Similarly Geo-political turmoil, are potent enough to create tsunamis in financial markets, even if its for the short run. It has in the past, and it will in the future. De-stabilised Middle East, rise of new power in Saudi Arabia, aggressive China, Russia-US tensions, Turkey-Russia escalation, rise of autocratic but nationalists leaders such as Modi in India, Trump in United States, bin-Salman in Middle East, the Geo-Political unease hasn't been this tense in decades, so as a market participant you can never care less than ever.

Global Geopolitics Series

Trump-Xi summit is just the start of dealing with thorny issues in US-Sino relations

Apr 06, 2017 07:28 am UTC| Insights & Views

Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet US President Donald Trump for the first time on April 6 and 7 at the latters Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach. On the agenda are a number of contentious issues that the two leaders are...

Global Geopolitics Series

What South Korean president Park’s political demise means for the region's geopolitics

Apr 02, 2017 02:41 am UTC| Insights & Views

South Koreas former president, Park Geun-hye, has been arrested on charges including extortion, bribery and abuse of power over an influence-peddling scandal that led to her impeachment by the National Assembly in December...

Global Geopolitics Series

Liberating Mosul is one thing – next comes the real challenge for Iraq

Apr 02, 2017 01:44 am UTC| Insights & Views

The battle to fully recapture Mosul from the Islamic State (IS) is in its final stages and it is rapidly intensifying. On March 17, 200 civilians were killed in airstrikes on western Mosul mounted by the US and the...

Global Geopolitics Series

Trump Gets A China-Made iPhone Despite Calling For An Apple Boycott And Anti-China Stance

Mar 30, 2017 05:45 am UTC| Technology

The American people have been given plenty of reasons to doubt anything that President Trump has to say since his inauguration, with so many of his promises coming to nothing. Now, they can add his call to boycott Apple...

Global Geopolitics Series

Global Geo-political Series: Russia & Iran strengthen ties despite Washington’s terrorism rhetoric towards Iran

Mar 29, 2017 11:20 am UTC| Commentary

While the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump continues to brand Iran as a terrorist state, his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin is strengthening ties with the country. The Syrian president Bashar-al Assad...

Global Geopolitics Series

With wariness on both sides, the US strikes a more conciliatory note on China

Mar 28, 2017 11:13 am UTC| Insights & Views

A core question in Australian foreign policy circles is how the Trump administration will deal with an increasingly powerful China. The news that US President Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to a...

Global Geopolitics Series

UN Meets To Discuss Banning Nukes, US Leads Protest Against Nuclear Disarmament

Mar 28, 2017 08:43 am UTC| Insights & Views

Nuclear weapons are by far the most destructive weapons that humanity has ever devised, which is why a lot of people are troubled by the fact that both the US and Russia still have thousands of them. The UN is about to...

  111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120   

Economy

China Halts Investments in Europe Amid New Tariffs on EVs

China Halts Investments in Europe Amid New Tariffs on EVs China has directed its automakers to pause significant investments in European countries backing new tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs). This...

Sumitomo Corp Reports 11% Drop in Net Profit Amid Weak Coal Prices

Sumitomo Corps Financial Update Japanese trading house Sumitomo Corp reported a net profit of 254 billion yen (approximately $1.7 billion) for the six months ending September 2024. This figure marks an 11% decrease...

BYD Reports Strong Q3 Growth with 11.5% Profit Increase Amid EV Surge

BYDs Impressive Q3 Performance Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD announced an 11.5% increase in net profit for the third quarter of 2024, fueled by strong sales and government trade-in incentives. The...

Thailand's Economic Growth Projections for 2025: A Positive Outlook

Thailands Economic Growth Projections for 2025 Thailands economy is poised for a 3% growth in 2025, building on an expected 2.7% growth in 2024, according to the finance ministry. This positive trend is fueled by...

China’s Non-Manufacturing Activity Rises in October, Easing Economic Concerns

Chinas Non-Manufacturing Activity Shows Growth in October Chinas non-manufacturing sector, covering both services and construction, showed a slight expansion in October, providing a glimmer of hope for policymakers...

Politics

‘Garbage or Nazis?’ Gov. Tim Walz Defends Biden’s Remarks on Trump Supporters—‘He Was Very Clear!’ Critics Demand Apology

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is facing backlash after defending President Joe Bidens recent comment that referred to Trump supporters as garbage. In his statement, Walz, who recently compared Trump supporters to Nazis,...

‘America’s Going to Love It!’ Elon Musk Teases ‘Fun’ Second Trump Presidency—‘It’s Gonna Be Awesome!’ Sparks Mixed Reactions

In a tweet that has stirred up strong opinions across social media, billionaire Elon Musk shared his take on a potential second presidency for former President Donald Trump, calling it the most fun America has had in a...

‘A System Flaw Exposed!’ Non-Citizen Voting Incident at University of Michigan Sparks Outrage—‘Ballot Will Still Count!’

A 19-year-old student from China, enrolled at the University of Michigan, faces charges of illegal voting and perjury for allegedly casting a ballot in the 2024 U.S. election. The case has ignited a firestorm of...

U.S. Election Officials Brace for Disruptions Amid Misinformation and Threats

Heightened Security Measures in Key Battleground States Ahead of Election Day With the U.S. election just days away, officials across crucial battleground states like Philadelphia, Detroit, and Atlanta are...

Science

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Scabies Surge Sparks Alarm: Doctors Warn Brits, 'Don't Ignore That Rash!'

Doctors in the United Kingdom are sounding the alarm over a dramatic rise in scabies cases, urging residents not to dismiss any signs of the itchy skin condition. Recent data shows that hospitals detected approximately...

Just 21 Minutes of Cycling a Day Is 'All You Need' for Total Health, Claims Expert

John Vinton, CEO of Aventon Bikes, insists that just 21 minutes of cycling each day can drastically enhance your health. This simple yet transformative practice can lead to a multitude of benefits, including reduced risks...

Urgent Alert: New COVID Variant Causes Alarming Symptoms—You Must Know This!

The UK is experiencing a rise in COVID-19 cases, with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirming that the XEC strain of the virus is spreading. This variant, a combination of the KS.1.1 and KP.3.3 strains, is...

Technology

Big Tech’s Soaring AI Spending Raises Investor Concerns Ahead of Amazon's Earnings Report

As Meta and Microsoft ramp up AI investments to fuel growing demand, Wall Street is expressing concern over the impact on Big Techs profit margins. After reporting increased AI spending, Microsofts shares dropped 3.6% and...

Tesla Leads California EV Market with 54.5% Share Despite Rising Competition

Tesla continues to lead Californias electric vehicle market, holding a 54.5% share in 2024, according to recent data from the California New Car Dealers Association. Despite rising competition and a slight decline in...

Shiba Inu Gains Robinhood’s Attention: SHIB’s Epic Journey Through the Meme Coin Spotlight

Robinhoods recent post traces the ascent of major meme coins, casting a spotlight on Shiba Inus unprecedented community-driven growth. Highlighting SHIBs impact on meme coin culture, the platforms update underscores SHIBs...

Shiba Inu's 6 Trillion Token Shift Breaks October Record, Sparks Market Debate on SHIB’s Next Move

A record-breaking shift of 6 trillion Shiba Inu tokens within 24 hours has ignited speculation among SHIB watchers. With Octobers highest volume in large transactions recorded, analysts are debating if this movement...
  • Market Data
Close

Welcome to EconoTimes

Sign up for daily updates for the most important
stories unfolding in the global economy.