Macro

Fed Knew Silicon Valley Bank Was Vulnerable a Year Before Collapse, Report Finds

An outside review says Fed staff spotted Silicon Valley Bank's flaws a year before its March 2023 collapse but held back for fear of being wrong.

China Tests Star-Based Navigation for Its 2030 Jupiter Mission

Chinese researchers tested stellar aberration navigation aboard the Tianhui-7 satellite in January, fixing its position to within 5km ahead of a 2030 Jupit

Hong Kong Cuts Subsidised Physiotherapy Places by a Third for 2027-28

Hong Kong's Education Bureau cut subsidised physiotherapy places by about a third for 2027-28 as graduates face a tightening job market

China Sets 2030 Target for Public Cultural Services in 15th Five-Year Plan

China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism issued a 15th Five-Year Plan for public cultural services, setting 2030 targets and 18 key engineering projects.

China Unveils Publishing Industry Plan for 2026–2030 With 33 Major Projects

China's National Press and Publication Administration has issued a publishing industry plan through 2030, listing eight priority areas and 33 major project

Middle East Oil Benchmark Under Siege: Iran Conflict Sparks Price Surge and Market Chaos

The Dubai oil benchmark faces unprecedented stress as the Iran conflict halts Strait of Hormuz exports, driving prices to record highs and forcing market participants to seek alternatives.

OPEC Oil Production Suffers Sharp Decline in March Amidst War-Related Export Disruptions

OPEC's oil production saw a significant drop in March due to war-related export cuts, with Iraq and Nigeria being major contributors to the decline, according to a Reuters survey.

China Stocks Emerge as Safe Haven Amidst Global Geopolitical Turmoil

Global banks are increasingly turning to Chinese stocks as a safe haven amid geopolitical uncertainty and rising oil prices driven by the Iran war, citing the nation's resilience and strategic advantages.

Iran War Fuels Euro Zone Inflation Surge to 2.5%, ECB Faces Rate Dilemma

Euro zone inflation surges to 2.5% in March due to rising energy costs amid the Iran war, prompting the ECB to consider interest rate hikes.

Japan Grapples With Soaring Oil Prices and Weakening Yen, Fueling Inflation Fears

Japan faces mounting inflation as soaring oil prices and a weakening yen create a challenging economic environment, prompting concerns about stagflation and forcing the Bank of Japan into a difficult policy dilemma.

Euro Zone Growth Falters Amidst War-Fueled Inflation and Stagflation Fears

Eurozone growth stalls as Middle East conflict fuels inflation and stagflation fears, impacting businesses and consumers.

Dow Plunges into Correction Amid Middle East Tensions and War Fears

Dow Jones Industrial Average enters correction territory as Middle East tensions and Iran war fears drive a broad market sell-off and surge in oil prices.

Euro Zone Faces Stagflation Threat as Middle East Conflict Fuels Inflation and Stalls Growth

Euro zone economy faces stagflation risk as Middle East conflict impacts growth and inflation. Private-sector activity hits a 10-month low amid rising costs and declining consumer confidence.

ECB Signals Readiness for Rate Hikes Amid Inflation Fears Fueled by Iran Conflict

The ECB is considering interest rate hikes due to surging inflation, exacerbated by the Iran conflict. Learn about the key factors influencing the ECB's decision and market expectations.

Fed’s Barr Signals Prolonged Rate Hold Amid Stubborn Inflation and Geopolitical Risks

Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr signals a prolonged period of steady interest rates due to persistent inflation and rising oil price risks, emphasizing the need for sustained disinflationary evidence before considering rate cuts.

Mortgage Rates Skyrocket to Multi-Month Highs, Chilling Housing Market Activity

Mortgage rates surge to multi-month highs in late March 2026, impacting demand for home purchases and refinancing. Learn about the causes and effects.

Oil Prices Seesaw Around $100 Amid Geopolitical Crosscurrents

Explore the fluctuating oil prices around $100, driven by US-Iran tensions and shifting ceasefire optimism. Understand the geopolitical and economic impacts.

China’s Central Bank Boosts Liquidity with Fresh MLF and Reverse Repo Actions

China’s central bank injected additional liquidity into the banking system via a net MLF injection and reverse repo operations, marking ongoing policy support for stable market conditions.

Fed’s Barr Signals Extended Rate Hold Amid Inflation Concerns and Geopolitical Risks

Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr suggests interest rates may need to remain on hold for an extended period due to persistent inflation and rising oil price risks from Middle East tensions.

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