Markets, companies, capital, and the strategic shifts reshaping the global economy.
The Economist reports growing domestic criticism of the Canadian leader’s strategy as Donald Trump’s actions towards Ottawa are characterised as relentless.
The planned comeback appeals to users weary of current digital ecosystems, but market viability remains uncertain.
Tehran insists the critical energy chokepoint will remain closed until Washington agrees to its demands, escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf.
Executive editor John Prideaux contends the party’s strategy is misaligned in a recent newsletter analysis.
CEO Greg Abel starts deploying the conglomerate’s significant cash reserves following a strong second quarter, according to CNBC.
A security incident at the open-source platform has been characterised as the start of a dangerous trend, with concerns rising over widespread corporate vulnerability to AI agent hacks.
Rachel Lloyd examines the evolution of the moustachioed football coach into a broader cultural icon in the Plot Twist newsletter.
Volatility grips the software sector as market participants assess which companies are best positioned to withstand artificial intelligence disruption, according to reports from CNBC.
Donald Trump has escalated his campaign to dismiss Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, with aide Dan Scavino alleging false statements on mortgage agreements, while legal proceedings continue.
Financial markets surged following hints from the Trump administration regarding a potential interim peace deal with Iran, coinciding with the historic debut of SpaceX on the Nasdaq.
US stock markets advanced on Friday as investors absorbed a July jobs report that fell sharply short of forecasts, reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve will pause its interest rate hiking cycle.
As geopolitical tensions drive energy sector gains, The Economist’s latest analysis focuses on the structural challenges of technological displacement in the US workplace.
Publication argues debate over hit children’s cartoon transcends typical partisan disputes, linking narrative themes to state-controlled market systems.
Senator Cassidy has expressed support for President Trump’s Attorney General nominee, Todd Blanche, following his clearance by the Senate Judiciary Committee. Blanche now faces a critical floor vote requiring at least 50 votes to secure the position.
Shares of Doximity rose more than 100% at one point, driven by perceptions of significant profitability and a larger addressable market resulting from artificial intelligence search capabilities.
The latest employment data from the United States reveals a sharp deviation from market expectations, with the economy shedding jobs in July while the unemployment rate remained unchanged.
The 7 August 2026 episode of The Economist’s daily podcast features analysis on ending Sudan’s proxy war, alongside segments on a Canadian bridge affected by trade tensions and a tribute to a junk-art genius.
Ernest Moniz writes that a proposed US-Saudi nuclear deal may facilitate a regional breakthrough, amidst wider market shifts driven by US-Iran peace hopes and major corporate listings.
A proprietary midterm prediction model identifies three specific factors limiting the Democratic contender’s prospects, positioning Republicans as the primary beneficiaries of the state’s recent voting process.
Shares in the solar sector gained ground in early US trading following President Donald Trump’s announcement of fresh import restrictions on polysilicon, a key component in panel manufacturing.
Analysts project a slowdown in US nonfarm payrolls for July, with the unemployment rate remaining steady, according to data sourced from CNBC.
The publication’s weekly China-focused broadcast turns its attention to the “manosphere,” analysing how the legacy of the one-child policy has shaped contemporary gender dynamics and online communities.
A shift in Wall Street infrastructure sees financial institutions and individual investors utilising artificial intelligence to automate tasks traditionally performed by human traders, facilitating uninterrupted trading cycles.
The Australian Securities and Investment Commission has reported that faulty mortgage offset accounts led to hundreds of thousands of borrowers paying tens of millions in excess interest, with the regulator warning that remediation costs will rise.
Prominent economists contend that pressure on Beijing to adjust the currency’s value rests on flawed economic reasoning and would fail to resolve underlying structural issues.
The tech giant introduces a subscription-based leasing structure managed by payment provider Klarna, with iPhone leases starting at $17.99 monthly. The move follows recent price hikes for iPads and Macs attributed to a global memory shortage.
Analyst expectations were exceeded as the manufacturer grapples with delays in its presidential aircraft project.
The publication’s 28 July 2026 episode highlights three distinct global developments affecting society and policy.
While artificial intelligence revenues are expanding rapidly, the financial returns on trillions of dollars in spending remain deeply uncertain, according to new analysis from The Economist.
The beverage giant reported second-quarter earnings that surpassed market expectations, prompting an upward revision to its annual outlook.
United Parcel Service surpassed Wall Street forecasts and upgraded its full-year outlook on Tuesday, delivering a positive earnings report that contrasts with challenges faced by other major US transport and energy firms.
The US president’s scheduled talks with the Ukrainian leader occur against a backdrop of escalating regional warfare, including the reported downing of a US helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz.
On 28 July 2026, The Economist published a podcast episode featuring a reading of an article titled "What Andy Burnham gets wrong about Britain", offering a critical perspective on the politician’s views.
Tehran’s foreign ministry engaged counterparts from Riyadh and Muscat on the strategic passage, while US President Donald Trump characterised the negotiations as “good” amid a volatile regional backdrop.
Chief executive apologises as company clarifies that a significant proportion of affected individuals are former customers, while denying reports of a ransom deal with the hacker
The tightest coupling between the two major benchmarks since 2021 raises questions about cross-border market dynamics for investors.
Crude benchmarks retreat on 28 July 2026 as geopolitical risks recede, while President Trump addresses weapons stockpile concerns.
SK Hynix shares fell 10% in Seoul on Tuesday, adding to a broader decline in South Korean semiconductor stocks amid a weak trading session on Wall Street.
Alan Joyce’s book Riding the Jet Stream details how the airline’s exclusive chairman’s lounge operated, asserting it was a commercial arrangement with strict oversight rather than a tool for political leverage.
ChangXin Memory Technologies’ initial public offering has generated significant proceeds for the Chinese government, though analysts caution the market conditions may not support similar outcomes in the future.
The shift marks the latest volatility in market capitalisation rankings among major technology firms, following Nvidia's takeover of Microsoft in June 2025.
Sally McManus and Michele O’Neil conclude eight-year tenure as first all-female leadership team in the Australian Council of Trade Unions’ history.
The White House has formally asked the US Supreme Court to overturn a lower court ruling that blocked mail-in voting changes, citing the need for states to prepare for potentially disruptive election procedures.
The Economist reports that Brazil maintains the world’s strictest laws against racist speech, resulting in a significant increase in prosecutions, though the effectiveness of these measures remains uncertain.
Analysts suggest consolidation within the food supply chain is a contributing factor to the severity and geographical spread of recent cyclospora events, though definitive causal proof remains unconfirmed.
The launch of micro-sized contracts for 22 names follows recent market volatility driven by SpaceX’s $135 IPO debut and broader geopolitical shifts.
Sam Altman plans to address cybersecurity concerns and the future of open-weight models as he meets with US lawmakers and executive branch officials.
The launch of the new initiative coincides with ongoing regulatory shifts and continued repercussions from a recent security breach at OpenAI.