Russia's Massive Drone Barrage: Ukraine Energy Crisis Impact
Geopolitics Key Points * Russia launched over 90 Shahed-type drones and missiles targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. * Ukrainian air defenses shot down
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Oil Near $120 a Barrel Sustains Pressure on Inflation Outlook and Government B…
Economics Key Points * Brent crude futures remain close to USD 120 per barrel * 21% month-on-month jump in U.S. gasoline prices in
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Fed's 'Higher for Longer' Stance Shakes Rate-Cut Expectations
Economics Key Points * Fed officials maintain 3.50%-3.75% rate range due to inflation, labor strength. * 'Higher for longer'
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US, EU, China Escalate Green Tech Trade War with New Tariffs
Economics Key Points * US, EU, and China signal new tariffs on electric vehicles and green tech * Global auto and battery supply-chain stocks
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EU Climate Border Tariffs: A New Era of Trade and Climate Policy
Climate Key Points * EU agrees to expand CBAM, affecting billions in annual trade * Rising weather-related losses drive EU climate policy * India and
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Monsoon Floods in India: 127 Dead, 2 Million Displaced
Climate Key Points * Record monsoon rains between 19–24 May 2026 triggered severe flooding * 127 deaths and over 2 million displaced in
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EU Microsoft OpenAI inquiry sparks tech sector repricing
Technology Key Points * EU regulators launched a preliminary inquiry into Microsoft's integration of OpenAI services * Microsoft's market cap
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Modi's Third Term: India's Coalition Government Shakes Markets
Politics Key Points * Narendra Modi secures third term but BJP loses single-party majority with 240 seats. * Economic slowdown and rising unemployment drove
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Claudia Sheinbaum's Landslide Victory: Mexico's Political Earthquake
Politics Key Points * Claudia Sheinbaum wins Mexico's presidency with 59-60% of the vote * Morena party secures strong congressional majority for
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South Africa's ANC Loses Majority: Political Shift and Market Shockwaves
Politics Key Points * ANC wins 40% in 2024 election, below 50% for first time since 1994 * Democratic Alliance takes 22%, MK party
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Iran leadership transition after Raisi helicopter crash: global markets react
Politics Key Points * Helicopter crash on 19 May 2024 kills President Raisi and Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian * First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber becomes
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G7 Nears Deal on Using Russian Assets to Fund Ukraine
Geopolitics Key Points * $300 billion in frozen Russian assets could fund Ukraine * G7 finance officials propose issuing a syndicated loan or bond
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Deadly Heatwave in Northern India: Economic Impact and Market Repricing
Climate Key Points * Temperatures reached 49°C in parts of Rajasthan and Delhi * Delhi's peak power demand hit a record
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China's July CPI Rise Signals Economic Stabilization and Inflation
Economics Key Points * China's National Bureau of Statistics reported a 0.3% year-on-year increase in CPI for July * The rise
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RBI Holds Policy Rate at 6.50% Amid Persistent Inflation Risks
Economics Key Points * RBI maintains repo rate at 6.50% and reverse repo rate at 3.35% * Headline inflation above 4% medium-term
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