U.S. to Exit WHO Amid Fears of Sovereignty Loss
Donald Trump’s transition team reportedly plans to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO) on January 20,...
December 22, 2024Section
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Trudeau’s Downfall: Canada’s Political Landscape Shifts
Justin Trudeau's grip on power is slipping and the once-popular Canadian Prime Minister now faces a no-confidence vote. Analysis from...
December 21, 2024
U.S. Inflation Edges Up, But Remains Below Expectations
Inflation in the US edged up to 2.4% in November 2024 according to the latest PCE report. This increase while...
December 20, 2024
Obesity Drug Stumble Costs Novo Nordisk $60 Billion in One Day
The weight loss drug market took a turn on December 20, 2024. Novo Nordisk, the Danish pharmaceutical giant, saw its...
December 20, 2024
Nike’s Uphill Battle: Modest Gains Amid Shifting Sportswear Landscape
Nike's recent financial report paints a picture of a company at a crossroads. The sportswear giant posted better-than-expected results for...
December 20, 2024
Barrick Gold’s Legal Showdown: A $512 Million Dispute with Mali
Barrick Gold Corporation is at the center of a high-stakes legal battle that could impact its operations in Mali and...
December 19, 2024
The Great Wall of Investment: U.S. Firms Pledge to Cut Ties with China
In a bold move that signals a seismic shift in global investment patterns, 33 private equity firms have taken a...
December 19, 2024
US Economy Grows 3.1% in Q3 2024, Surpassing Expectations
The US economy surprised analysts by growing 3.1% in the third quarter of 2024 outpacing earlier estimates. Coverage and analysis...
December 19, 2024
Fed Cuts Rates to 4.25%-4.5% Amid Rising Inflation
The Federal Reserve has lowered interest rates for the third time in a row bringing the benchmark rate to 4.25%-4.5%....
December 18, 2024