U.S. election won't be an 'uneventful event' for global markets, UBS chief says

Egypt Replaces Spy Chief Trusted by U.S., Israel and Hamas

Abbas Kamel played an instrumental role in brokering cease-fire and hostage negotiations between Israel and Hamas.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 16

Migrant deportations to increase, says EU chief

The EU chief made the comments to member states, as Italy kicks off a contested migrant processing scheme.

Hamas Chief Yahya Sinwar Killed in Gaza, Israel Says

Sinwar, a U.S.-designated terrorist, in October 2023 triggered a war with Israel in Gaza that has since expanded to a multifront conflict in the Middle East.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 18

Global public debt to pass $100tn this year, says IMF

Fund calls for tougher action by big economies, with debt set to approach 100% of world GDP by end of decade

Business - Financial Times - October 15

Global Electricity Demand Is Rising Faster Than Expected, I.E.A. Says

A surge in power use worldwide could make it harder for nations to slash emissions and keep global warming in check.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 16

Global electricity demand to double by 2050, IEA’s World Energy Outlook says

Electricity demand is set to increase at levels equivalent to adding a new Japan to the world each year, the International Energy Agency said

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

Half of all global food threatened by growing water crisis, report says

The world has a worsening water crisis, and half of all food production will be at risk of failure by the middle of this century.

Global battle against inflation has largely been won, IMF says

The good news for the global economy is that the battle against inflation has largely been won, said Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, the chief economist of the International Monetary Fund, on Tuesday.

Business - MarketWatch - October 22

PM says Russia risks global food security in Ukraine

Despite the war, Ukraine is still a significant supplier of agricultural goods including grain.

Global public debt will hit $100 trillion by year-end, says IMF

The IMF warned of the risks posed by unsustainable public debt levels.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Harris and Cheney talk economy, women’s health and Trump in Michigan campaign event – US elections live

VP and former Republican congresswoman meet voters in swing state; Trump holds rally in North Carolina. Don’t miss important US election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for election ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

US elections live: Obama ridicules Trump’s boasts on economy as Walz dismisses Republican nominee’s McDonald’s ‘stunt’

Democratic VP nominee joined by Barack Obama at Wisconsin campaign event. Don’t miss important US election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for election alerts Kamala Harris has a ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

U.S. companies reassert their dominance of Fortune Global 500 ranks vs. rival China

A dramatic turnaround since 2022 represents both China’s struggles and robust performance from U.S. companies.

Business - MarketWatch - October 15

Global chip stocks fall on ASML's disappointing outlook, possible U.S. export cap

Global semiconductor stocks dropped, after ASML's third-quarter results pointed to a weaker 2025 sales outlook than the Dutch firm guided previously.

Business - CNBC - October 16

How a U.S. sovereign wealth fund could help Americans and challenge China’s global influence

Direct investment in long-term international development projects could boost Americans’ well-being for generations

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

Goldman Institute calls for ‘data center diplomacy’ as U.S. competes in global AI race

Goldman Sachs Institute's Jared Cohen says the U.S. will need to outsource its data center capacity, and choose its global partners wisely.

Business - CNBC - 17 hours ago

Swiss regulator orders UBS to bolster emergency plans

Finma suspends annual approval of bank’s ‘living will’ in light of added risk from Credit Suisse takeover

Business - Financial Times - October 15

UBS reports better than expected profits

Swiss bank’s markets business helped by increase in volatility

Business - Financial Times - 8 hours ago

The stock market still leans to this candidate winning the presidential election

The Dow’s indication of who will win the U.S. presidency deserves to be taken seriously.

Business - MarketWatch - October 19

Burst of trades inflates Trump’s margin in election prediction markets

Small group of bettors lifts odds of Republican victory to 62 per cent on cryptocurrency-based Polymarket

Business - Financial Times - October 18

A messy election could end market’s era of ‘American exceptionalism’

“We can envision a post-election scenario where uncertainty rises and trust in U.S. institutions declines,” Macquarie strategist Thierry Wizman said.

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

‘Trump Trade’ of Large Tariffs and Deficits Looms as Market Braces for 2024 Election

As investors have focused on the potential fiscal and economic impact of the Republican candidate’s proposals, yields on Treasury debt have risen.

Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Cybersecurity chief debunks voter fraud concerns ahead of Election Day

As Election Day approaches, a CBS News poll reveals doubts about election integrity, especially among Trump supporters. Jen Easterly, the director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security ...

Politics - CBS News - October 22

When will we know who won Pennsylvania? Ex-election chief explains

Under Pennsylvania state law, mail-in ballots cannot be opened or tallied before Election Day. Election experts say that could delay projecting the state's winner. Kathy Boockvar, former Secretary ...

Leonard won't play for Los Angeles Clippers to start the season while rehabbing knee, report says

Kawhi Leonard won’t play for the Los Angeles Clippers to start the season because of ongoing rehabilitation from inflammation in his right knee

Sports - ABC News - October 17

What are the soft-shell helmet Guardian Caps that Tua Tagovailoa says he won't wear?

The NFL authorized players to wear Guardian Caps during games this season in an effort to reduce head injuries

Sports - ABC News - October 22

Celtics' Jaylen Brown says he won't sign with Nike to increase his chances of playing for Team USA

Brown isn't fond of shoe and apparel companies' influence on basketball

Sports - CBS Sports - October 22

Indigenous Australian who confronted King Charles III says she won't be 'shut down'

An Indigenous senator has intensified her criticism of King Charles III, again accusing the British monarch of complicity in the “genocide” against Australia’s First Peoples and declaring she will ...

Entertainment - ABC News - October 23

Coca-Cola CEO says McDonald's E. coli outbreak won't hurt beverage company's sales

Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey said an E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's isn't likely to hurt the beverage company's sales at this stage.

Business - CNBC - October 23

Raiders won't trade Maxx Crosby, team owner Mark Davis insists emphatically

Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis emphatically disputed the notion that the team will trade their star pass rusher.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 3 days ago

Vance says Trump campaign 'can make a good case to women,' but won't tell them how to vote

Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio), former President Trump’s running mate, said the GOP ticket will try to sell its agenda to women but said that, ultimately, female voters will decide how to vote. In an ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

‘DJT’ and Trump-related stock Phunware had an eventful day. This is what people are saying about them.

Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. and mobile-advertising software company Phunware Inc. were both halted for volatility Tuesday on an eventful day for both stocks.