What a Fed rate cut could mean for the world
From currencies and commodities; equities to bonds — global markets are braced for the first…
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Trump says he will meet ‘fantastic’ Modi during US visit
Republican candidate praises Indian leader while labelling New Delhi a ‘very big abuser’ in trade.
North Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles for second time in a week
The missiles flew for about 400km (249 miles) before falling into the sea, with no…
The future of travel? For hyperloop, it’s one step forward, two steps back
Proponents of the futuristic concept say it could slash travel times, but doubts about feasibility…
World Nomad Games put the spotlight on the sport of the Great Steppe
Athletes from 89 countries take part in 10th edition of games featuring sport including horseback…
Ray Dalio names the top five forces shaping the global economy
Speaking at the Milken Institute’s Asia Summit in Singapore, the founder of Bridgewater Associates said…
Harris victory seen as most likely election outcome, according to CNBC Fed Survey
The survey was taken several days after the first and possibly only debate between Vice…
These are the ’50 best hotels’ in the world for 2024
Capella Bangkok is 2024’s ‘best’ hotel in the world, according to a new ranking by…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 936
As the war enters its 936th day, these are the main developments.
Japan faces labor shortages and demographic crisis as elderly population hits record high
Japan’s number of people aged 65 and over has reached a record high, cementing it…
Trump says he will meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi next week
Modi will partake in the fourth Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware and attend the…
Asia-Pacific markets open mixed as investors await Federal Reserve’s rate decision
Japan’s imports and exports in August rose 2.3% and 5.6%, respectively, from a year ago,…
CNBC Daily Open: Hoping for a half-point cut
Hope versus reality: That’s the mood among market watchers as we count down to the…
Oil stares at a bleak future as China’s economy sputters. The good news: A market ‘bust’ is unlikely
Are oil markets inching towards a bust? That’s a key question hanging over industry watchers…
Bolivia braces for turmoil as antigovernment protesters begin march
‘March to Save Bolivia’: Ex-President Morales challenges former ally and incumbent President Arce in political…
Harris-Trump election has Big Tech ‘at a crossroads’ after slump in dealmaking
With regulators making it hard for large tech companies to do significant deals, M&A transaction…
US downplays ability to prevent escalation after Lebanon pager explosions
Biden administration faces continued calls to do more to pressure top ally Israel to prevent…
Microsoft, BlackRock form group to raise $100 billion to invest in AI data centers and power
Microsoft, Black Rock and Abu Dhabi’s investment vehicle are aiming to initially raise $30 billion…
Trump Media shares sink more than 6% two days before merger ‘lockup’ period ends
Former President Donald Trump on Friday said he will not sell his stake in Trump…
How did Hezbollah’s pagers explode in Lebanon?
Localised explosions across Lebanon open a new chapter in one of the region’s most established…
