The Collapse of the Yen Carry Trade in 2024: What It Means for Japan’s Stock Market in 2025
The unwinding of the long-standing yen carry trade in 2024 sent shockwaves through global markets, particularly impacting Japan’s stock market. As the dust settles, investors are looking ahead to 2025…
Trump Meets Macron, Zelensky in France to Discuss European Security and Conflict Resolution
December 9, 2024 – Paris, France Former U.S. President Donald Trump met with French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Paris today to address escalating tensions in…
Tulsi Gabbard Fights to Salvage Intel Nomination Amid Syria Controversy
December 9, 2024 – Washington, D.C. Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman turned Independent, is mounting a fierce defense of her nomination for a high-profile intelligence post as questions about…
Israel Takes Control of Golan Buffer Zone Following Syrian Troop Withdrawal
December 9, 2024 – Jerusalem/Damascus In a significant development, Israeli forces have taken control of the buffer zone in the Golan Heights following the unexpected withdrawal of Syrian troops. The…
Ukraine Agrees to Ceasefire, US Restores Military Support
Following discussions in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the United States has agreed to resume military aid to Ukraine, contingent on Russia accepting a proposed ceasefire.1 Specifically, the U.S. will immediately reinstate…
Philippines’ Former President Rodrigo Duterte Arrested on ICC Warrant
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was taken into custody at Manila's international airport on Tuesday morning local time, following an Interpol arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC).…
U.S. Establishes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Using Forfeited Assets
On Thursday, President Trump signed an executive order creating a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, alongside a separate stockpile for other cryptocurrencies. The reserve will primarily consist of assets seized from criminal…
Trump to Discuss Ukraine Crisis and Potential Aid Suspension in Upcoming Meeting
President Trump is set to convene a meeting on Monday afternoon to discuss the next steps concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, including the possibility of halting U.S. military aid,…
Trump’s New Tariffs on Mexico and Canada Spark Trade Tensions
Washington, D.C. – In a move that has reignited trade tensions, former President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs targeting imports from Mexico and Canada, citing the need to protect…
Gold Revaluation Could Lead to ‘Messy’ Consequences for Fed, Wrightson Says
Revaluing the U.S. gold reserves might appear appealing amid debt-ceiling pressures, but it could have significant repercussions for the financial system, increasing liquidity and delaying the Federal Reserve’s efforts to…
Trump Meets Macron, Zelensky in France to Discuss European Security and Conflict Resolution
December 9, 2024 – Paris, France Former U.S. President Donald Trump met with French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Paris today to address escalating tensions in…
Saudi Arabia Rejects Netanyahu’s Proposal for Palestinian State on Its Land
Saudi Arabia has strongly rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s suggestion that the kingdom provide land for a Palestinian state, reaffirming that Palestinians have the right to their own territory…
