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Cocoa prices have plunged nearly 60% from 2025 highs, extending losses into 2026. The sharp decline follows a historic rally that peaked in late 2024.
Alibaba confirmed it is behind a viral AI video model topping global leaderboards. The reveal highlights its growing role in the AI race.
Traders are betting the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged through 2026 following the latest inflation data. CPI figures showed moderating but still elevated price pressures.
Oil prices resumed gains after Iran accused the U.S. of violating a ceasefire agreement. Renewed tensions are fueling concerns over supply disruptions.
Global copper inventories have climbed to a 23-year high, surpassing 1.02 million tonnes. The rapid buildup signals shifting dynamics in the commodities market.
Novartis has agreed to acquire immunology biotech Excellergy for $2 billion, marking its second major deal in a week. The move strengthens its pipeline in next-generation allergy treatments.
SpaceX is preparing to file for an initial public offering as soon as this week, with reports suggesting a potential raise of over $75 billion. The listing could become one of the largest IPOs in history.
Asian stocks fall sharply as South Korea drops over 6% and Chinese indices decline more than 3% amid energy crisis concerns.
Gold recorded its steepest weekly decline in more than four decades, falling 11% to $4,488 per ounce. Rising oil prices and expectations of prolonged high interest rates weakened its safe-haven appeal.
Japan’s massive holdings of U.S. Treasury bonds have come into focus as investors debate whether foreign selling could pressure global bond markets. Analysts say fears of large-scale liquidation highlight growing fragility in the world’s largest debt market.
Dubai’s main stock index drops around 2% in early trading as geopolitical uncertainty weighs on regional markets.
U.S. equities lost nearly $1 trillion in market value shortly after the opening bell as major indexes fell across the board. The decline hit large-cap tech and small-cap stocks alike.
South Korean stocks surge more than 12% a day after a major selloff, potentially marking the exchange’s best session on record.
Asian markets tumbled amid rising geopolitical tensions and energy supply fears. South Korea’s KOSPI plunged more than 11%, while Thailand halted trading after an 8% intraday drop.
Global markets plunged as soaring energy prices tied to the Middle East conflict triggered widespread selling across equities, bonds, metals, and crypto. More than $4.7 trillion in value was erased within hours.