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Malaysia took a step towards its first US-dollar bond issue since 2021 by tapping banks on March 20, 2026, as demand for the debt sale remains strong and market conditions are favorable. Malaysia Preparing for Return to Dollar Bond Market M…

On March 20, 2026, German producer prices declined by 3.3% year on year, exceeding expectations. German producer prices declined by 3.3% year on year in February, more than expected, indicating that inflation is slowing in the eurozone's la…

Monday, March 16, 2026 – 08:30 AM – Source: Reuters Are AI Stocks Becoming the Main Driver of Wall Street Growth? Wall Street closed higher in its latest session, supported largely by gains in artificial intelligence-related stocks. Accordi…

On March 19, 2026, Africa’s top financial institutions ramped up efforts to dominate East Africa, driven by surging demand for finance in Kenya. East Africa: The New Frontier of Banking Competition in Africa East Africa is increasingly beco…

Gold prices on March 20, 2026, slightly recovered from their decline and remain on track for a sharp weekly decline, as the ongoing war in Iran raised inflationary expectations and reduced near-term interest-rate-cut expectations. Gold Pric…

On March 20, 2026, Novartis agreed to buy an experimental breast cancer drug for up to $3 billion, bolstering its cancer pipeline as it focuses on next-generation medicines and looming patent expirations. Novartis Expands Oncology Pipeline…

Tuesday, February 25, 2026 – 03:10 PM – Source: Forbes Is AI Fear Triggering a New Sell-Off in Tech Stocks? A wave of concern around artificial intelligence is sending shockwaves through the technology sector, raising new questions for inve…

On Thursday, March 19, 2026, European shares declined as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East intensified, pressuring investor sentiment. Markets are now closely watching the upcoming ECB decision for further direction. European Stocks…

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – 12:05 PM – Source: Reuters Could AI Disruption Change How Banks Make Lending Decisions? Artificial intelligence is no longer limited to stock markets—it is now beginning to reshape how financial institutions make…

On March 20, 2026, UBS strategists issued a statement warning of a potential rise in forex market volatility in the near future due to prolonged risks from the Iran conflict. UBS Expects Greater FX Market Stress as Iran Conflict Continues U…

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 – 09:40 AM – Source: Reuters Why Are Tech Giants Turning to Debt to Fund AI Growth? Major technology companies are increasingly turning to debt markets to finance their ambitious investments in artificial intelligenc…

On March 20, 2026, oil prices eased as the U.S. and allied nations took action to increase supply security and safety in the Strait of Hormuz, which the war in Iran had threatened. Oil Falls Amid Hormuz Supply Boost On March 20, 2026, oil p…

Diesel prices will rise faster than gasoline prices on Friday, March 20, 2026, quietly adding to inflationary pressures as global supply chains, transportation, and production costs continue to rise amid tightening fuel supply conditions. D…

On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the United States issued a temporary waiver to allow the sale of Iranian oil to help ease soaring oil prices, as the oil market is in a critical state due to geopolitical tensions. US Turns to Iranian Oil to Sta…

On Friday, March 20, 2026, Truist maintained its Buy rating on TAT Technologies despite a weak fourth-quarter performance, citing sustained demand, a rising backlog, and expanding margins as reasons for optimism. TAT Stock Holds Firm After…