Word of the Day: IntransigentWord of the Day: In an era marked by ideological polarisation, intransigent remains a powerful descriptor of positions that resist change.
18 Feb, 2026, 04.29 PM IST
US government shutdown hits Day 35, longest in history as debt explodes $17 billion a day - here's the breakdownUS government shutdown hits Day 35, debt explodes $17 billion daily. Hundreds of thousands of federal workers are furloughed or unpaid. Ser...
05 Nov, 2025, 01.58 AM IST
US Fed cuts rates by 25 bps as govt shutdown casts a shadow on economic outlookThe US Federal Reserve has lowered interest rates for the second time this year. This move aims to boost economic growth as the job market ...
30 Oct, 2025, 02.12 AM IST
French bonds extend rally as Lecornu avoids more gridlockIn a surprising twist, French government bonds experienced a notable surge for the second consecutive day. This uptick followed Prime Minis...
15 Oct, 2025, 12.25 PM IST
Gold soars over 3%—why is the gold price rallying, and could it surpass $3,350 resistance to ignite a powerful new bull run? here’s what the future look likeGold price surge grabs headlines as tensions spike in the Middle East and US politics face major roadblocks. Trading near $3,310, gold is r...
21 May, 2025, 07.18 PM IST
If the US government will be obstructionist on climate agreements, it’s better they step out of global forums — or they could stall these: David G. VictorDavid G. Victor, professor at UC San Diego, explains 'global warming gridlock' and highlights solutions including smaller country groups an...
22 Jan, 2025, 10.49 PM IST
US elections 2024: Will the democracy of the United States be in safe hands if Kamala Harris wins?There are serious concerns about the transparency and safety of the United States' democracy, and adherence to the Constitution in the case...
24 Sep, 2024, 05.15 AM IST
Charting the Global Economy: US inflation cools, political gridlock grips FranceAlmost $1 trillion of debt linked to commercial real estate will mature this year in the US, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association,...
14 Jul, 2024, 11.07 AM IST
Dollar droops before Powell testimony; euro weathers France uncertaintyThe U.S. dollar stayed near a multi-week low post-payrolls report, with traders awaiting Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's testimony. T...
09 Jul, 2024, 07.54 AM IST
Election cycles and stock market performance: Don’t ignore the long-termNational elections can create market anxiety due to policy uncertainties, impacting market and economy. Understanding election results' rel...
04 Jun, 2024, 10.38 AM IST
Kuwait court reinstates previous parliamentKuwait court reinstates the previous parliament. The move comes at a time of renewed friction between the elected parliament and government...
19 Mar, 2023, 03.54 PM IST
Dust storms worsen air in North India as part of deadly 'New Normal'In recent months, dust clouds and storms have killed hundreds of people, destroyed thousands of homes and farmers’ crops and led to flight ...
19 Jun, 2018, 10.23 AM IST
Gold rate today: Track Gold price in India and market outlookPrecious metals gold and silver were trading in red in morning trade on Thursday following global cues.
20 Jul, 2017, 11.42 AM IST
India faces a one-in-three chance of being downgraded to junk: S&PThe problems being faced by the economy include soaring fiscal deficit and high inflation, S&P said.
12 Dec, 2012, 01.20 PM IST
- Companies are 'cautiously optimistic' about Jan-Mar quarter: Dun & Bradstreet
There is a sense of "cautious optimism" among businesses as global economic situation has taken a toll on the overall business sentiment.
10 Jan, 2012, 04.39 PM IST
- Recession 2011: S&P blames political gridlock in US for crisis
China, largest foreign holder of US govt debt, made clear US only had itself to blame and called for a new stable global reserve currency.
07 Aug, 2011, 02.44 AM IST
- Obama tells Republicans he will work with them
President Barack Obama warned Sunday that Americans did not vote for gridlock in mid-term polls as he called on Republicans to work with hi...
15 Nov, 2010, 03.54 AM IST