Trump strengthens U.S.-Saudi relations by declaring Saudi Arabia a major ally amidst $270 billion in deals, signaling enhanced military and economic cooperation with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
The Philippines auctions luxury cars to recover funds from a major flood project corruption scandal, sparking public outcry and affecting economic confidence.
China's zinc exports surge to counter global supply crunch, while copper demand weakens despite high prices, amid shifts in production growth targets for non-ferrous metals.
President Trump urges Congress to establish federal AI regulations to counter state-level laws, citing tech industry concerns over innovation and competition with China.
Traders express caution over potential Federal Reserve rate cuts amid conflicting economic signals, including robust growth and persistent inflation, creating uncertainty in monetary policy decisions.
The arrest of Banco Master CEO Daniel Vorcaro and the bank's liquidation expose significant risks in Brazil's financial sector, highlighting urgent regulatory and investor confidence challenges.
Ecuador's President Noboa reshuffles his cabinet post-referendum defeat, responding to public dissatisfaction over crime and economic issues; regional rightward political shifts also noted.
Ukrainian President Zelenskiy warns of critical risks if US support withdraws amid Trump's proposed controversial peace plan, raising alarm among European allies over territorial concessions to Russia.
Fed's Williams signals possible interest rate cuts amid a weakening job market and slow earnings growth, raising investor expectations for a December rate adjustment.
Meta joins the electricity trading market to secure reliable energy for AI projects, highlighting tech giants' growing focus on energy demands and market implications.
ManTech International cancels $2.3 billion loan amid weak demand, while Barrick Gold seeks control over Mali mine amid tax disputes, reflecting broader market challenges.
At COP30 in Brazil, diplomats negotiate a fossil fuel exit plan while Switzerland champions carbon-credit trading to support developing nations amidst climate finance cuts.