US President Donald Trump has slammed a recent Supreme Court ruling, saying it could cost the United States hundreds of billions of dollars in tariffs. At the same time, a new survey shows a majority of Americans disagree with his claims that the economy is ‘booming.’


Trump Tariff Row: 68% Of Americans Reject ‘Booming’ Economy Claim | WION 

The global smartphone market is heading toward its sharpest decline on record in 2026 as a worsening memory chip shortage drives up device costs and squeezes supply.


Global Smartphone Market Faces Record Slump In 2026 Amid Chip Shortage | WION 

It was a week of two halves for the Indian markets. But ultimately India ended on a bruising note as global jitters overshadowed domestic resilience.


Indian Stock Market Weekly Snapshot: Global Jitters Drag Markets Lower | WION 

The European Central Bank has posted its third straight annual loss, a legacy of its aggressive fight against inflation. While the red ink is shrinking, officials say the cost was unavoidable and that the worst may now be over.


ECB Posts Third Straight Annual Loss Amid Inflation Fight | World Business Watch

Forget the millionaire next door. The top 0.001% have found a new address. It comes with its own bridge, boats and billion-dollar bragging rights. Welcome to Indian Creek Island.


Indian Creek Island: 1% Club Bets On Billionaire Bunkers | World Business Watch

China’s consumers are back on the move. Lunar New Year data shows travel demand just hit record levels, and spending is ticking higher. But beneath the surge, there is a signal policymakers and investors cannot ignore. Is stimulus finally working, or is something still holding shoppers back?


China Holiday Spending Signals Recovery After Lunar New Year | World Business Watch

Paramount Skydance, led by CEO David Ellison, is poised to take control of Warner Bros. Discovery after Netflix officially declined to raise its offer. The move would place a powerful portfolio including CNN, HBO and Nickelodeon under the control of the Ellison family, led by Oracle founder and Trump ally Larry Ellison.


Paramount vs Netflix: Paramount Wins Warner Bidding War As Netflix Walks Away | WION 

South Korea has overtaken France in total stock market value after a powerful rally driven by artificial intelligence stocks.


South Korea Now the World's 9th Largest Equity Market

China’s currency has climbed to its strongest level against the US Dollar in nearly three years.


China Pushes for Multi-polar Currency Order

Wall street is buzzing after tech giant Nvidia reported record-breaking quarterly results, fueled by surging demand for its artificial intelligence chips. The Santa Clara-based company has once again proven to be the backbone of the AI boom.


Nvidia Stuns Wall Street With AI Boom

The global energy transition faces a growing reality check as the United States pushes the International Energy Agency to prioritize energy security over climate targets. Meanwhile, Europe’s demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG) continues to surge, raising questions about balancing net-zero ambitions with energy security and economic stability. This video explores the geopolitics of energy, U.S. strategy to expand LNG exports, and the challenges Europe faces in achieving sustainable energy while keeping the lights on.

Europe’s Energy Paradox: U.S. Energy Dominance Plan Targets Europe’s LNG Demand

Bitcoin is experiencing its worst month since the June 2022 crash, after briefly rebounding above $66,000 on Wednesday following a plunge below $63,000, its weakest level since October. The world’s largest cryptocurrency is now nearly 50% below its all-time high, sparking concern among investors and analysts about market volatility and the future of crypto assets.

Crypto Update: Bitcoin Faces Worst Month Since June 2022 Crash

Under new income tax guidelines, Indian taxpayers claiming House Rent Allowance (HRA) must now disclose their relationship with the landlord. The move aims to increase transparency and curb misuse of HRA claims. Here’s what salaried individuals need to know about documentation, compliance, and potential impact on tax filings. Stay updated for expert insights.

New Tax Rules on HRA: Indian Taxpayers Required to Report Relationship With Landlord

Gold prices have surged to a three-week high as renewed tariff tensions fuel safe-haven demand. Investors are turning to bullion amid global trade uncertainty and market volatility. Analysts say the precious metal could see further upside if geopolitical and economic risks persist. Stay tuned for the latest market updates and price analysis.

Gold Rallies as Tariff Tensions Return | Safe-Haven Rush Lifts Gold to 3-Week High

While Wall Street poured billions into semiconductor stocks in 2026, the ultra-wealthy quietly invested in luxury assets, especially Hermès Birkin bags. With limited supply, rising resale values, and strong demand, Birkin bags have emerged as an alternative investment class for the 1% club. Is luxury leather the new safe haven? Watch for insights into this high-end wealth trend.

The 1% Club: Investing in Birkin Bags While Wall Street Chased Chips

South Korea’s KOSPI index is among the top-performing global stock markets in 2026, posting a record rally driven by strong tech gains, foreign inflows, and improving economic outlook. Investors are closely tracking market momentum as Seoul emerges as a key financial hotspot this year. Stay tuned for analysis and market insights.

Tracking Kospi's Record Rally in 2026: South Korea's Kospi Among Top Performing Indices in 2026

Nvidia, the Company at the Centre of the Global Ai Boom, is Heading Into Earnings Trading at What Many Consider Unusually Low Valuations. The Stock is Priced at Under 24 Times Forward Earnings, Close to Its Lowest Price-to-earnings Multiple in Five Years and Well Below Its Five-year Average.


Why is Nvidia Looking ‘Cheap’? 

World liberty financial, the Trump family-backed digital asset venture, says it has repelled what it calls a coordinated attack on its flagship Stablecoin, usd-1. The dollar-pegged token briefly slipped below its 1 dollar peg before recovering, according to Coingecko data.

World Liberty Alleges Coordinated Crypto Attack

While China leads airport spending, retail slowdown is now hitting one of the most visible parts of the economy...Its shopping streets. New data shows rents along major commercial strips have fallen back to levels last seen in 2018, as cautious consumers rein in spending and landlords struggle to fill empty storefronts.

China's Commercial Streets Feel the Slowdown 

Americans are borrowing more, and household debt is now at a record high. Recent data shows consumers turned to credit cards and personal loans last year as higher prices continued to squeeze budgets. This sharp surge in borrowing toward the end of the year raises questions about how long households can keep up.


US Household Debt Climbs to Record Level 

The U.S. Supreme Court ruling complicates the U.S.-China trade negotiations, curtailing one of President Trump’s key negotiating tools just ahead of his anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. How will this legal shift affect trade strategy, tariffs, and international diplomacy? Experts weigh in on the implications for global markets and U.S. economic policy.

US-China Trade: Supreme Court Ruling Resets US-China Trade Dynamics | Trump Negotiation Challenge

While precious metals’ rally indicates rising safe-haven demand, the commodity directly in the line of geopolitical crossfire has been oil. Despite expectations of a deep global oversupply, crude prices have rallied sharply this year. Take a look at this next report for more…


Oil Price Rally Challenges Oversupply Narrative

British exporters are facing a potential hit of up to 4 billion dollars after US President Donald Trump raised baseline tariffs on foreign imports to 15 percent. According to the British chambers of commerce, around 40,000 UK businesses outside protected sectors could be affected.


UK-US Trade: UK Exports Face Up to $4 Billion Tariff Hit 

Donald Trump has unveiled a fresh tariff push following the U.S. Supreme Court ruling. The president cites narrower yet effective legal avenues to continue his tariff-driven policies—but do they carry the same weight as IEEPA? Experts weigh in on the legal strategies and potential impact on the U.S. and global economy.

Tariffs Remain Central to Trump Agenda | Legal Path for New Duties 

Markets begin the week reacting to President Donald Trump’s proposed 15 percent global tariff, a broad-based trade shift that could reprice inflation expectations across asset classes.

Trump’s 15% Global Tariff Sets Tone for Markets

Just hours after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs, the White House introduced a new strategy. Trump signed an executive order invoking Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, a rarely used provision that allows temporary tariffs of up to 15% for 150 days to address international payments issues.

 Tariff Tug-of-War Escalates: Legal Scrutiny Over Trump’s Tariff ‘Plan B’ 