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Bessent Urges Japan to Hike Rates and Strengthen Yen

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called on Japan to raise interest rates and steady its finances, pointing to a possible Bank of Japan hike in September

Anthropic Signs $35 Billion Cloud Deal With Nvidia-Backed Lambda

Anthropic has agreed to a $35 billion cloud computing deal with Nvidia-backed Lambda, adding to a rapid series of AI compute commitments.

Global Bond Selloff Pushes Yields to Highest Levels Since 2008

A worldwide bond selloff has pushed government yields to their highest since 2008, raising mortgage, loan and financing costs for households and businesses

John Ternus Takes Over as Apple CEO, Ending Cook’s 15-Year Run

John Ternus became Apple's CEO on Tuesday, ending Tim Cook's 15-year run as the company faces AI pressure and rising memory prices.

Global Bond Yields Hit Multi-Decade Highs as Iran Conflict Revives Inflation Fears

Bond yields surged across major markets on September 1 as US-Iran hostilities revived energy and inflation fears, driving Japan and UK rates to decades-hig

Federal Reserve Eases Bank Capital Rules to Spur Lending, Especially Mortgages

The Federal Reserve is set to ease bank capital requirements to stimulate lending, particularly in the mortgage sector, by streamlining regulations and right-sizing risk calibrations.

Global Oil Shock: IEA Unleashes Record Reserves Amid Iran War Disruptions

The IEA announces a record 400 million-barrel oil reserve release amid the Iran war, citing the largest supply disruption in history and volatile oil prices.

From 10% To 15%? What Sellers Should Do Now While Washington Signals A Higher Temporary Tariff Rate

With Washington signaling a jump from 10% to 15% in the temporary global import surcharge, here’s how sellers can protect margins and pricing now.

Oil Prices Breach $100 Mark Amid Escalating Iran Conflict, Sparking Global Market Jitters

Oil prices surge past $100 a barrel amid escalating Iran war, impacting global markets and leading to sharp declines in stock futures and rising gasoline prices.

De Minimis Is Still Suspended: How New CBP Entry Rules Are Rewriting Low-Value Imports

The U.S. de minimis exemption remains suspended. Here’s how CBP entry rules now treat low-value parcels, and what it means for Temu/AliExpress-style shipping.

Iran Conflict Fuels Inflation Fears, ECB’s Schnabel Warns of Upside Risks

ECB Executive Board member Isabel Schnabel warns that the Iran conflict is creating significant upside risks to inflation in the Eurozone, impacting energy markets and potentially delaying interest rate cuts.

Iran Conflict Sparks Global Oil Price Surge, Threatening Energy Stability

The escalating war between Iran and the U.S. has triggered a massive surge in global oil and gas prices, disrupting supply chains and threatening economic stability worldwide.

What The New 10% U.S. Import Duty Means For China-Linked Supply Chains

A practical guide to the new 10% U.S. import duty: who pays it, how landed costs change, and what China-linked supply chains should do next.

Turkey’s Borsa İstanbul Navigates Short Selling Bans and Lifts Amidst Economic Shifts

Explore the series of short selling bans and subsequent lifts on Turkey's Borsa İstanbul, driven by economic, political, and geopolitical factors, and their impact on market stability and investor confidence.

Global Markets Brace for Impact as US-Israeli Strikes on Iran Spark Widespread Concern

Global markets react with concern as U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran trigger widespread international condemnation and fears of a wider regional conflict.

Atlanta Fed Chief Bostic Issues Stark Warning on AI’s Potential Impact on U.S. Job Market

Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic warns that artificial intelligence could lead to higher unemployment rates, a challenge that monetary policy alone may not be able to address. Explore the potential economic impacts and policy implications.

Fed’s Goolsbee Urges Patience on Rate Cuts, Citing Persistent Inflation

Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee emphasizes caution on interest rate cuts, stating that inflation must show a clear path to the 2% target before further reductions are considered. He highlights concerns about services inflation and the risks of premature easing.

Israel’s Central Bank Holds Interest Rates Amid Escalating Iran Tensions

The Bank of Israel holds interest rates steady at 4% due to escalating geopolitical uncertainty surrounding potential conflict with Iran, despite easing inflation and a strong shekel.

Fed’s Waller Signals Potential Rate Pause: Labor Data Key to March Decision

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller suggests a potential pause in interest rate hikes at the March meeting, contingent on upcoming labor market data. A strong jobs report could lead to holding rates steady, while weaker data might prompt a cut.

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