Tech firms lead Asian markets rally as Seoul, Tokyo hit records
Stock markets in Seoul and Tokyo surged to record highs on Wednesday, as technology shares powered a strong rally across Asia.
The jump followed a...
OPEC+ mulls oil production increase in shadow of war
Energy markets are watching closely as major oil producers prepare for a key decision that could influence global prices. Analysts expect leading members of...
China FM urges US to manage differences in face of trade...
Wang Yi, China’s top diplomat, urged the United States on Sunday to resolve its differences with China, as tensions continue over trade tariffs and...
Weakened WTO set for high-level meet under cloud of Mideast war
The World Trade Organization (WTO) is convening its next ministerial conference in Yaounde, Cameroon, from March 26–29, amid mounting global trade tensions, US tariffs,...
Asian markets rise on lingering trader optimism
November 3, 2025 — Asian markets climbed Monday, buoyed by optimism from Wall Street’s AI-fueled rally and signs of easing China–US tensions, as investors...
Crude soars, stocks drop after US strikes on Iran
Markets shook on Monday as strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran sent oil prices soaring and stocks across Asia tumbling, stoking...
US envoy warns EU won’t win AI race ‘bringing others down’
The debate between the European Union and the United States over artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming a clash over regulation, competitiveness, and control of...
Asian equities plunge as oil soars 30% on Mideast crisis
Asian Stocks Tumble as Oil Soars on Middle East Conflict
Asian markets took a big hit on Monday as oil prices shot up nearly 30%...
WTO mulls future of global trade under cloud of Mideast war
The World Trade Organization (WTO) is facing a tense and uncertain moment as its 166 members gather in Yaoundé, Cameroon, for the 14th ministerial...
China’s rare earths El Dorado gives strategic edge
In southern China, under layers of red soil, sits one of the most powerful resources on Earth. This is Ganzhou, a quiet-looking region hiding...
US judge suspends govt sanctions on AI company Anthropic
A federal court ruling in San Francisco has temporarily blocked Trump administration sanctions against Anthropic, escalating a major legal clash over government control of...
Nvidia chief expects revenue of $1 trillion through 2027
San José – Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said Monday that the company expects to bring in at least $1 trillion in revenue through next...
Iraqi News
Al-Fariji: Raising the value of the dollar against the dinar does not represent financial...
Crisis expert Ali al-Fariji has criticized the Iraqi government's decision to raise the dollar's value against the dinar, saying the move alone does not...
IMF Forecasts Bigger Contraction for Iraqi Economy
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its economic forecasts to account for the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, warning that several energy-producing...
Najaf Solar Plant Capacity Could Double
Iraq is reviewing plans for a solar power station in Najaf province, with discussions under way about increasing the project's capacity from 1,000 megawatts...
Iraqi oil continues its upward trend, with Brent crude surpassing $106 per barrel.
Iraqi oil prices rose on Wednesday as crude prices also increased in global markets. Gains were recorded across all major grades, including Basra Heavy,...
Two weeks to recalculate the budget… Parliamentary Finance Committee reveals the repercussions of the...
Former Parliamentary Finance Committee member Mohammed al-Shabaki said the Iraqi government will need at least two weeks to restructure the budget following the decision...