Blackstone Plans to List Major Investments as Market Conditions Improve
The Blackstone Group, the world's largest private equity firm, is preparing to take some of its biggest investments public. Jonathan...
October 18, 2024Section
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Unexpected Drop in U.S. Unemployment Claims Amid Hurricane Aftermath
The number of Americans filing new unemployment benefit claims decreased unexpectedly last week. The US Department of Labor reported 241,000...
October 17, 2024
U.S. Industrial Production Falls 0.3% in September
The Federal Reserve reported a 0.3% decline in US industrial production for September 2024 reversing August's 0.3% gain. Analysis from...
October 17, 2024
Unexpected Drop in US Oil Stocks Defies Analyst Predictions
The US oil market witnessed a surprising shift last week. Crude oil inventories decreased by 2.19 million barrels, according to...
October 17, 2024
Great Power Rivalry Threatens ASEAN’s Neutral Stance at East Asia Summit
(Analysis) The recent East Asia Summit (EAS) in Vientiane Laos has exposed growing cracks in ASEAN's ability. Coverage and analysis...
October 16, 2024
AMD and Intel Join Forces to Revitalize x86 Architecture in the A.I. Era
In a surprising move, longtime rivals AMD and Intel have announced a partnership to form the x86 Ecosystem Advisory Group....
October 16, 2024
Mexican Truck Exports to U.S. Drop 14% in September 2024
Mexico's heavy vehicle industry faced setbacks in September 2024 as exports to the United States fell by 14%. Coverage and...
October 16, 2024
Battleground States and Tariffs: Trump’s 2024 Election Gambit
Donald Trump has intensified his campaign rhetoric for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, focusing on immigration and trade policies. Currently...
October 16, 2024
Goldman Sachs Soars: Investment Banking Prowess Fuels 45% Profit Surge
Goldman Sachs has emerged as a shining star in the banking world. The financial giant reported a remarkable 45% increase
October 15, 2024