Trump’s planned 100% computer chip tariff sparks confusion among businesses and trading partners President Donald Trump’s plans for 100% tariffs on computer chips that aren’t made in the U.S. are stoking confusion among businesses and trading partners — boosting stocks for leading semiconductor companies while leaving smaller producers scrambling to understand the implications. The U.S. […]
Business News: Google is investing $1 billion in AI education at universities and colleges. Instagram’s new location-sharing feature is drawing comparisons to Snapchat’s Snap Map. Apple plans to invest an extra $100 billion in the U.S. Plus, concerns are rising over ultra-processed foods, Royal Caribbean is planning price hikes, Claire’s has filed for bankruptcy, and […]
Rio Tinto has announced a A$180m ($116.9m) investment to commence the Norman Creek access project at the Amrun bauxite mine in Queensland, Australia. This project is crucial for the long-term sustainability of the mine, which holds approximately half of the declared Amrun ore reserves, around 978 million tonnes (mt). Construction has begun on essential infrastructure […]
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On July 4, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law, averting the largest automatic tax increase in American history at the end of this year, when many of the historic reforms from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) were set to expire. As we’ve written elsewhere, the bill delivers permanent, pro-growth […]
Even as traditional channels have long guided financial decisions, a new wave is gaining momentum – Indians are increasingly taking charge of their financial journeys through digital content, communities, and creators. Financial advice is no longer confined to expert columns or in-branch consultations – it’s happening on Reels, in WhatsApp groups, and through Instagram creators […]
In the early months of 2025, as President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff regime took hold, a chorus of economists and analysts forecasted economic Armageddon. Predictions of soaring inflation, plummeting GDP, and widespread job losses dominated headlines, with models from prestigious institutions painting a dire picture. Yet, as summer unfolds, the reality on the ground tells […]
Business news latest – Wednesday 6 August That’s it for today – thanks as always for joining us. Tomorrow we return at 7am and our main focus will be the Bank of England and interest rate cuts – see you then for it! Read more Karl Matchett6 August 2025 16:30 Business news latest – Wednesday […]
Social media rumors of a Japanese XRP ETF have taken the crypto community by storm after a new report from SBI Holdings. Citing regulatory progress, the firm sketched out theoretical plans for new crypto ETFs. However, the firm isn’t going to make an official move until the legal situation improves. Nonetheless, SBI Holdings has a […]
Silver (XAG/USD) gains 0.39% to $37.88 amid broad US Dollar weakness; DXY drops over 0.50%. Market sentiment lifted by corporate earnings and Apple–Trump joint $100B investment announcement. Trump threatens 100% tariffs on foreign-made chips, exempts US-based production. Silver Price advances during the North American session, up by 0.39% as the Greenback weakens more than 0.50%, […]
