August 15, 2025

Trump Says US Tariffs on India's Russian Oil Hit Moscow, Sparking Russia-US Meeting Buzz

US President Trump claims his tariffs on India for buying Russian oil pushed Russia to seek talks with the US. India denies stopping oil imports, and the dispute heats up ahead of a Trump-Putin meet.

August 15, 2025

Global Markets Touch New Highs as Wall Street Cheers Possible US Interest Rate Cut

Global stock markets soared to fresh records, boosted by hopes of a US Federal Reserve rate cut. With inflation easing and tariffs paused, investors are dancing with excitement.

August 15, 2025

Asian Markets Mix It Up as Fed Rate Cut Buzz Sends US Stocks and Bitcoin to Records

Asian stock markets showed give and take after big gains, with Japan falling and South Korea rising. Investors await possible Fed rate cuts, while the US stock market and Bitcoin reached new highs. Chinese shares gained thanks to Tencent’s strong earnings, keeping eyes fixed on the world’s market mood.

August 15, 2025

Trump Nixes Biden’s 2021 Competition Order, Shakes Up US Economy Rules

In a major twist, Donald Trump cancels Joe Biden’s 2021 executive order that aimed to boost competition in the US economy. The Justice Department backs Trump’s move, promising a fresh, market-first antitrust approach. Critics slam it as favoring the rich while hurting small businesses. What does this mean for America’s workers and consumers? Read on!

August 15, 2025

Vietnam Rice Prices Soar as Philippines Stockpile Before Import Freeze; India Holds Steady

Vietnam’s rice prices jumped as the Philippines rushed to buy before stopping imports for 60 days. India’s rice prices stayed steady near a 3-year low, while Thai rice prices slipped on weak demand. Bangladesh’s rice prices remain high despite big harvests and imports. What’s cooking in Asia’s rice market? Let’s dig in!