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The publication’s 14 May 2026 episode contrasts contemporary artificial intelligence narratives with historical employment trends, while turning attention to resource competition in Africa.
Scott Bessent tells CNBC the United States is positioned to hold artificial intelligence discussions with Beijing, while President Donald Trump prepares for high-level talks with Xi Jinping.
Senior culture correspondent argues that political and cultural arguments in the United States remain shaped by the unfinished battles of the civil-rights era.
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks in Beijing on May 14, 2026, ending a decade-long hiatus in direct presidential interaction.
Leaders describe relationship as “partners not rivals” amid easing of long-standing geopolitical tensions
The visit marks the first trip by a US president to the Chinese capital in nearly a decade, with global markets watching closely as the two nations navigate complex geopolitical and economic tensions.
Washington seeks commitments on American goods and Strait of Hormuz stability, while Beijing pushes for chip access and Taiwan concessions.
Investors weigh the potential for reduced bilateral deficits and chip access against uncertainties in energy security commitments.
Justice Michael O’Bryan determines ‘was’ prices were displayed for a median of just 28 days, rendering comparative pricing deceptive despite Coles’ inflation defence.
A divergence between reported earnings and underlying cash flows raises questions for investors as big tech doubles down on artificial intelligence.
Cisco Systems reported a sharp rise in its stock price driven by strong investor sentiment regarding its AI strategy, even as it confirmed plans to reduce its global workforce by nearly 4,000 positions.
Anthony Albanese says negative gearing and capital gains tax changes were not driven by the addition of 700,000 Generation Z voters, ahead of Opposition Leader Angus Taylor’s budget reply.
New episode explores growing intention among researchers to utilise large language models for advancing the frontiers of mathematics.
Warsh succeeds Jerome Powell on Friday amid heightened political scrutiny and concerns over central bank independence.
The publication frames bitter primary battles as a case study in Donald Trump’s efforts to clear the party of dissenters before the midterms.
The delegation includes leaders from Nvidia, Tesla, and Apple, marking the first US presidential visit to Beijing since 2017 amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
Two-day talks with Xi Jinping prioritise trade and AI cooperation, while investors await PPI data and weigh geopolitical risks.
The US producer price index rose 6% annually in April, significantly outpacing the Dow Jones consensus expectation of a 0.5% monthly increase.
The Economist’s 13 May 2026 episode highlights key points to watch for in the Donald Trump-Xi Jinping summit, alongside updates on the Coca-Cola and Pepsi rivalry and tensions at the Venice Biennale.
The Chinese tech giant reported a significant contraction in core profitability for the March quarter, citing substantial investments as the primary driver behind the decline.
The publication’s latest US in Brief segment addresses defence matters involving Hegseth, though the full text of the update remains unavailable for detailed analysis.
Jamie Dimon tells CNBC the bank may reconsider its new London headquarters if Prime Minister Keir Starmer is removed from power, citing the leader’s competence amidst rising domestic political friction.
Kraft Heinz is introducing a new line of Kool-Aid electrolyte packets formulated without artificial dyes, marking a strategic shift to modernise its portfolio and address slumping sales.
A new piece from the weekly magazine highlights trends among high-income city dwellers, though specific data points remain undisclosed in the initial release.
The investment arm’s annual return was driven almost entirely by the revaluation of its stake in the artificial intelligence developer, according to data released by CNBC.
Jensen Huang was not on initial rosters but was included following a call from President Donald Trump, coinciding with high-stakes diplomatic talks on Iran and trade.
The Coalition has committed to overturn Labor’s changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax, a move projected to widen the federal budget deficit by $70 billion and set the stage for a contentious legislative battle.
Beijing and Washington prepare to reaffirm commitments to reopen the critical shipping lane, while Chinese exporters prioritise geopolitical risks over trade policy concerns ahead of the Trump-Xi talks.
Key measures include the removal of tariffs on air conditioners and margarine, an extension of the ban on foreign investors buying established homes until 2029, and new funding for cervical cancer treatment.
The opposition has committed to repealing alterations to capital gains tax and negative gearing should it win the next election, citing Prime Minister Chalmers' pre-election promise not to touch the incentives.
The pair contends that while the Bank's reversal on its restrictive stance marks a notable development, the new framework fails to fully address global economic challenges.
The Economist reports that while the trial marks a significant development in the long-standing international scrutiny of the Assad regime, observers worry the rushed timeline may undermine the proceedings' credibility.
Markets continue to climb into the third month of the conflict between Washington and Tehran, while a separate development sees the US Justice Department drop a criminal probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
Analysis published in the 12 May 2026 issue of The Economist's Blighty newsletter suggests Sir Keir Starmer is focused on holding onto authority for the time being.
A new weekly episode from The Economist examines how the combination of artificial intelligence and traditional field reporting is being used to cut through the noise in Beijing
While the initial spike in April 2026 was linked to geopolitical instability, new data indicates rising costs are now driving inflation in additional sectors
Linxi News analysis of the April 2026 inflation data reveals the Iran war as the primary catalyst for increased consumer prices, with parallels drawn to recent US economic indicators.
Linxi News reports on the April figures released by US authorities, noting the data exceeds the 3.7% consensus and marks the first time annual inflation has climbed above that level since the peak in late 2023.
Call options purchased on the index comprising the big seven plus AMD, Palantir and Broadcom mark the heaviest ten-day clip observed since the pandemic-era trading frenzy.
Discussions never officially commenced before eBay Chairman Paul Pressler sent a letter to GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen ending the potential merger.
The episode also covered unrelated financial topics, including investor safe havens and German bread production.
Hims & Hers Health reported a first-quarter net loss of $92.1 million, a stark contrast to the profit recorded a year ago, prompting a significant drop in its share price.
China experts foresee trade agreements emerging from a high-risk meeting between the two world leaders, though specific terms remain unconfirmed.
An opinion piece from The Economist warns that actions by settlers in the occupied territory are eroding Israel's moral fabric and international standing.
The Swiss sneaker giant outperformed analyst consensus for revenue and profit, marking a stark divergence from rival Nike's sales trajectory in the first quarter.
The ruling values cultural loss at $150m while economic claims were assessed at $100,000, following the destruction of 140 heritage sites
The Stoxx 600, FTSE, DAX and CAC are projected to trade in negative territory, marking a shift in sentiment driven by geopolitical uncertainty rather than domestic economic data.
Financial experts caution that the rapid growth in Asia's fastest-moving exchanges relies too heavily on a small number of artificial intelligence-linked firms