US home resales surged in January 2026, fueled by mortgage rates dropping to their lowest since 2022, signaling a potential housing market recovery.
Saks Global Enterprises filed for bankruptcy, troubling luxury brands like Chanel and LVMH owed $225 million, highlighting instability in the fashion industry.
Global financial firms anticipate a rebound in European IPOs, driven by U.S. market trends and successful debuts, with strategic expansions in Europe and growth in India's equity market.
Robotics and AI startups are booming, with Skild AI's valuation hitting $14 billion and Etched securing $500 million in funding, highlighting growing investor interest.
Alibaba and JPMorgan are supporting Montage Technology's $900 million IPO in Hong Kong, while Baidu considers upgrading its listing amid geopolitical risks.
The Dutch government lifts control over semiconductor firm Nexperia, restoring power to its Chinese owner amid US easing Nvidia sales restrictions to China, impacting global tech markets.
JFE Steel invests $1.7 billion in a joint venture with JSW Steel to expand in India's growing market, while Longbridge targets Japan's retail investment boom.
Trump proposes a 10% cap on credit card interest rates, sparking concern in banking and airline industries over potential impacts on consumer credit and economic growth.
Venezuela's oil production is predicted to surge by 50% as political changes and infrastructure revitalization create new investment opportunities. Analysts forecast up to 3 million barrels daily by 2035.
Venezuelans overwhelmingly back María Corina Machado as opposition leader following Nicolás Maduro's arrest, impacting U.S. negotiations and highlighting divided public opinion on intervention.
The South Korean won hit an eight-month low, spurred by stock outflows and currency depreciation, amid regional economic uncertainties and Japan's yen hitting an 18-month low.
Japan's bond market faces volatility as yields soar amid political uncertainties under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, impacting demand and posing challenges to fiscal strategies.