South Korea's won hits its weakest level since the financial crisis, driven by local investment in US equities and yen weakness, prompting intervention talks.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi plans a snap election to secure a mandate for strengthening leadership, focusing on economic and defense strategies amid domestic challenges.
Japan's five-year bond auction faces weakest demand since August 2025 amid political and inflationary concerns, impacting yields and prompting market apprehensions about future fiscal policies.
ExodusPoint and Lighthouse Canton bolster their financial teams by hiring seasoned executives from Goldman Sachs, BNP Paribas, and Deutsche Bank, reflecting a strategic move to navigate market challenges.
Skild AI's valuation soars to $14 billion, while Etched raises $500 million to challenge Nvidia's dominance in the AI chip market, reflecting significant industry shifts.
Alibaba and JPMorgan are supporting Chinese chip designer Montage Technology's Hong Kong IPO, as Baidu considers upgrading its listing status, highlighting booming interest in tech investments.
The U.S. is easing Nvidia's H200 chip sales to China, with new export regulations allowing case-by-case assessments, potentially boosting Nvidia profits but raising security concerns.
Wells Fargo's stock fell 6% after reporting lower-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings, attributed to rising severance costs despite ongoing restructuring efforts.
A fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis sparks national protests and resignations, highlighting tensions over U.S. immigration enforcement and prompting calls for policy reform.
France opens a consulate in Greenland to counter U.S. pressures and reinforce ties with the EU, emphasizing Greenland's growing strategic significance and EU affiliation ambitions.
Global CEOs express concerns over Trump's policies reshaping corporate dynamics, with immigration restrictions and regulatory uncertainties impacting investments and workforce strategies in the U.S.
Trump announces a 25% tariff on nations trading with Iran, escalating global tensions and threatening trade dynamics, particularly affecting China, India, and the UAE.