Markets, companies, capital, and the strategic shifts reshaping the global economy.
Brent and WTI futures climb on 18 May 2026 as reports confirm stalled negotiations between Washington and Tehran, with investors pricing in the risk of renewed conflict and extended shipping disruptions.
Investors in the region sold off assets on 18 May 2026 following renewed diplomatic pressure from the United States, raising concerns over potential disruptions to global energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
Greg Abel’s first three months as chief executive officer have seen a substantial reduction in the company’s equity holdings, marking a pivotal shift in the investment firm’s strategy.
With the shadow of the October 7 attacks and subsequent conflicts dominating the political landscape, Binyamin Netanyahu confronts a defining moment in his tenure, according to recent analysis from The Economist.
Donald Trump has told Iran to 'get moving' or 'there won’t be anything left', reinforcing previous threats to strike civilian infrastructure that have been characterised as potential war crimes.
A coalition of 15 health organisations argues that calls for excise reductions are a tactic to boost industry profits and reverse decades of progress in smoking reduction, as Treasury forecasts a sharp decline in tobacco revenue.
Data from The Economist’s proprietary monitoring tool indicates Moscow has suffered its first sustained net territorial loss in Ukraine since October 2023, ending a period of roughly 19 months where Russian forces maintained or expanded their control.
New data indicates workforce reductions driven by artificial intelligence do not automatically translate into positive stock market performance, contradicting the view that such restructuring is a bullish indicator.
A June victory is seen as critical for Andy Burnham’s ambitions to challenge for the Labour Party leadership and reshape British politics.
The Group of Seven finance chiefs are set to discuss rising long-term debt servicing costs against a backdrop of geopolitical tension, including a concurrent US-China summit in Beijing.
The publication argues that prominent political disputes are obscuring a critical urban challenge that could be addressed through electoral map reform.
Entrepreneurs depict Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as a 'new founder' to highlight concerns that replacing the 50% capital gains discount with cost-base indexation and a minimum 30% tax rate will reduce incentives for innovation and staff retention.
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers has dismissed the Coalition’s plan to index tax brackets as a $250 billion liability, while Queensland Labor maintains its lead in the Stafford byelection despite a significant swing.
Spiking inflation and surging Treasury yields have left the Federal Open Market Committee in no mood to cut rates, creating a significant rift within the central bank.
The publication’s New York bureau chief outlines potential strategies for President Donald Trump to address the shrinking labour force participation among men, though specific policy details remain undisclosed in the current excerpt.
The publication’s Plot Twist newsletter highlights a self-help book that has hit the zeitgeist, though specific titles and authors remain undisclosed in the source material.
Taiwan’s foreign ministry asserts independence status after President Xi warns of conflict risks, while US stock markets react positively to trade and AI developments.
The company’s strong opening signals robust investor appetite for artificial intelligence infrastructure alternatives.
New disclosures show Donald Trump bought stock in Amazon, Meta, Oracle, Broadcom, Motorola, and Dell, with total values reaching millions of dollars.
The first US presidential visit to China since 2017 yielded an institutional framework for managing relations, but deep differences on Taiwan, Iran, and AI remain unresolved despite a positive market reaction.
The publication’s weekly America podcast investigates Donald Trump’s patronage of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, focusing on gender dynamics within the sport.
Stephen Miran has left his position at the Federal Reserve, handing over policy ideas to incoming chair Kevin Warsh, who faces immediate questions over divestment compliance.
Beijing and Washington act to prevent further price spikes following disruptions linked to Iran and the Strait of Hormuz.
Sir Keir Starmer and the Labour Party face scrutiny as readers submit correspondence regarding recent political instability
Publication contends intimate scenes in the series are integral to storytelling rather than included solely for sensationalism.
Yields on long-dated US government bonds surged on Friday, reaching their highest level in approximately 12 months as investors reassess the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy trajectory.
The company says the workforce reduction and office closures are necessary steps to return to profitable growth, though specific financial impacts and timelines remain undisclosed.
US-based automotive giants have eliminated more than 20,000 salaried positions, citing evolving technological changes and the rise of artificial intelligence as primary drivers for the restructuring.
Markets rallied on Thursday ahead of the summit conclusion, with Nvidia shares rising more than 2% after chip export approvals, while Beijing remains silent on trade specifics.
The billionaire hedge fund manager announced the move on Friday, coinciding with broader market gains following a summit between US and Chinese leaders.
The publication’s latest audio release features a discussion on the prominent far-right figure, alongside segments on corporate consolidation and journalism history.
The two-day meeting, the first by a US president since 2017, saw Xi label ties “constructive and strategic” while Trump announced crude oil purchases.
The decision keeps the status quo in place, though specific legal reasoning and vote counts remain undisclosed in the initial report.
The United Arab Emirates is fast-tracking construction of a second West-East pipeline, a strategic move to circumvent the Strait of Hormuz as global energy flows face significant constraints.
Crude benchmarks gained ground on Friday after Donald Trump stated China had agreed to purchase American oil, though tangible commercial details remain unconfirmed.
Wall Street opened higher as the two-day summit began, with Nvidia jumping more than 2%. The leaders also discussed oil purchases and invited each other for future visits, marking a modest extension of the current trade truce.
Markets rally on trade truce hopes and chip sales approval, but structural barriers remain as Hormuz crisis looms
Elon Musk’s aerospace company is reportedly preparing to file its initial public offering documents, marking a significant step toward a historic stock market debut.
Israeli entrant Noam Bettan moves to the final after a mixed reception, while five nations announce boycotts over the competition’s inclusion of Israel.
A new episode from The Economist examines whether Donald Trump has succeeded in shaping the central bank’s direction, with a specific focus on the role of Kevin Warsh.
Shares priced at $185, well above guidance, as retail demand and silicon bull market drive debut
No independent verification from Boeing or Chinese authorities confirms the order, which follows broader market gains and diplomatic talks in the capital.
Markets rallied as leaders issued joint statement affirming free flow of energy; Nvidia shares surge on chip sales approval
Cisco’s stock hit its best single-day performance in over two decades on 14 May 2026, driven by robust orders for AI infrastructure and hyperscale data centres.
The Maven system has evolved beyond target identification to instruct commanders on execution methods, marking a significant shift in automated warfare.
Raghu Rai, widely regarded as India’s most prominent photojournalist, has died at the age of 83, marking the end of a career that documented the country’s social and political landscape.
The Economist describes Wes Streeting as divisive and ambitious, with reports indicating he is eyeing the role of prime minister at Number 10.
As Donald Trump’s delegation meets Xi Jinping, leaders from Tesla, Nvidia and Apple hear Beijing’s pledge to reduce regulatory hurdles and deepen investment ties.