insert_link Business / Economics Ripples of 2023: FBS’s insight on the 2024 global financial outlook With 2023 coming to an end, leading global broker FBS looks back at the significant economic events and delves into the perspective of the financial landscape in 2024. FBS financial market analysts point out that next year, financial markets will stand at the cusp of transformation under the influence of the US economy, global and local military conflicts, and the sprawl of AI. As FBS experts further stress, the cautious stance […] todayDecember 19, 2023 4
insert_link Business / Economics BP pauses all Red Sea shipments after rebel attacks BP has temporarily halted oil shipments through the Red Sea due to recent attacks by Houthi rebels. According to the BBC, the decision was brought on by the deteriorating security situation and follows similar actions by other freight companies targeted by the rebels in Yemen. The Red Sea is a critical route for global oil, fuel, and consumer goods shipments. todayDecember 18, 2023 9
insert_link World EU launches investigation into X, formerly known as Twitter The European Commission has launched a formal investigation into Elon Musk's X platform for breaching the EU's new social media laws. The probe, a global first, relates to a number of suspected failures, including the mishandling of illegal content and disinformation. todayDecember 18, 2023 30
insert_link World India’s Modi calls for investigation into breach of Parliament India's Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has called for a probe after a security breach in Parliament last week but rejected calls made by opposition parties for a discussion. Sreoshi Mukherjee reports. todayDecember 18, 2023 14
insert_link World Japan condemns North Korea missile launch Japan is calling an emergency national security meeting after North Korea fired two ballistic missiles within 12 hours. The projectiles are thought to have landed in the Sea of Japan short of the country’s Exclusive Economic Zone. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayDecember 18, 2023 32
insert_link World The United Kingdom, Germany and France call for ‘sustainable ceasefire’ in Gaza The UK, France and Germany have joined calls for an immediate, and ‘sustainable ceasefire' in Gaza. UK shadow minister Wes Streeting says there is work to be done if a ceasefire is to be sustainable. todayDecember 18, 2023 22
insert_link World Biden campaign touts stock market gains The US markets have experienced a notable streak, registering gains for seven consecutive weeks. Capitalizing on this rally, President Joe Biden aims to bolster voter confidence in the economy as the nation approaches a crucial election year. Providing details on this matter, Ira Spitzer delivers the report. todayDecember 18, 2023 11
insert_link World US stocks up following rate decision On Friday, US stocks predominantly concluded higher subsequent to the Federal Reserve's choice to maintain steady interest rates. This decision was disclosed earlier in the week during the central bank's last rate meeting of the year. For further details, Sally Patterson provides additional insights. todayDecember 18, 2023 10
insert_link World New York Republicans choose candidate to replace George Santos In New York, Republicans have selected a candidate to succeed George Santos, the embroiled former United States Representative facing numerous criminal charges, including wire fraud and identity theft, despite maintaining his plea of not guilty. Santos was recently ousted from Congress earlier this month. Reporting from New York, Sally Patterson provides updates on this development. todayDecember 18, 2023 13