Germany's central bank proposed a reform to lift the debt cap, potentially giving the government an extra €220B for defense and investment, amid growth concerns.
Warren Buffett called tariffs "an act of war," warning they act as a tax on goods, raising prices for consumers.
TSMC will invest $100B in U.S. manufacturing, including 3 chip plants and R&D in Arizona, creating 20,000-25,000 jobs and producing advanced AI chips.
Aramco cuts its record dividend to ease financial stress, impacting Saudi Arabia's budget deficit.
Mercedes-Benz reached a deal with its works council to offer buy-outs to staff, with compensation only if both the employee and company agree on contract termination.
China will impose up to 15% tariffs on U.S. farm products like chicken, pork, soy, and beef, starting March 10, in response to Trump's tariff hike on Chinese goods.
Brazil's 10-year government bond yields hit 15.27%, offering high returns compared to other emerging markets, driven by inflation and fiscal uncertainty.
Trump orders a new trade probe into U.S. lumber imports, possibly adding tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods, amid broader tariff actions on various imports.
Trudeau's top priority in talks with King Charles is protecting Canada's sovereignty after Trump suggested making Canada the 51st U.S. state.
The Swiss National Bank posted a record profit of 80.7B francs in 2024, boosted by strong equity markets, rising gold prices, and a stronger U.S. dollar.
U.S. Commerce Secretary Lutnick confirmed tariffs on Canada and Mexico will begin Tuesday, but President Trump will decide if they stay at the planned 25%.
JPMorgan Chase invested in FairPlay's $10M funding round. FairPlay uses AI to reduce algorithmic bias in lending through its "Fairness-as-a-Service" platform.
The U.S. Treasury won't enforce penalties under the Corporate Transparency Act, which requires businesses to disclose their beneficial owners, citing legal challenges.
Trump announced on Truth Social that his executive order will create a U.S. strategic reserve of bitcoin, ether, XRP, Solana, and Cardano, boosting their market value.
U.S. GDP grew at 2.3% in Q4 2024, down from 3.1% in Q3, driven by higher consumer and government spending, offset by a decrease in investment.
Google plans employee cuts in its People Operations and cloud units, offering voluntary buyouts to U.S. staff, as it focuses on AI infrastructure and cost-cutting.
Trump signals a potential UK-US trade deal with no tariffs, praising Starmer's efforts. Meanwhile, Trump plans 25% tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and 10% on China.
BoE's Ramsden calls for a gradual approach to rate cuts due to inflation risks and weak growth, but warns of sharper cuts if inflation exceeds targets.
Vietnam agrees to support the repatriation of detained nationals and handle deportation requests to avoid U.S. tariffs and visa sanctions, protecting its export-driven economy.
China's banks are lowering U.S. dollar deposit rates to curb dollar hoarding and support the weakening yuan, as nearly $1 trillion in deposits have built up.
The U.S. revoked Chevron's license to operate in Venezuela, potentially leading to new export deals. Other companies like Repsol and Eni also hold U.S. licenses.
Trump is ramping up trade tensions with new tariff threats: 10% on China imports starting March 4, and 25% on EU, Canada, and Mexico starting April 2.
Hedge funds are buying China property stocks at low prices, betting on a recovery. Positive signs, like rising home prices and China Vanke's recapitalization, fuel optimism.
Japan's births hit a record low of 720,988 in 2024, marking a 9th year of decline. With 1.62 million deaths, the population continues to shrink rapidly.