Briefing

As global bond yields climb to levels not seen in over a decade, the financial world is bracing for turbulence that reaches far beyond the bond markets themselves. What might have once appeared a technical story of interest rates and investor behavior has quickly turned into a macroeconomic flashpoint, tightening the screws on everything from corporate financing to consumer … [Read more...] about Soaring Bond Yields Threaten Trouble for Markets and Economies Alike

Gold prices edged lower, with spot gold declining by approximately 0.5% to $3,325.99 per ounce, while U.S. gold futures experienced a sharper drop of 1.2%, settling around $3,325.70. The downward pressure on gold coincided with a firming U.S. dollar, as investors turned cautious amid ongoing concerns about America's fiscal health and uncertain signals from the Federal Reserve … [Read more...] about Gold Retreats as Dollar Strengthens Amid Fiscal Uncertainty and Rate Speculations

For decades, Hollywood has exported its stories, its stars, and its values to virtually every corner of the globe. American movies dominate box offices from Seoul to São Paulo, often pushing local productions to the cultural margins. Yet when the flow of cinema runs in reverse—when foreign films try to reach U.S. audiences—the reception is tepid at best, indifferent at worst. … [Read more...] about Why Trump’s Movie Tariff Exploits a One-Way Street

Apple's recent strategic realignment of its manufacturing base, shifting significantly from China to India, represents one of the most consequential transformations in global supply chain management. This move has emerged primarily as a response to geopolitical volatility, trade conflicts, and growing uncertainties surrounding U.S.-China relations. The shift is not just a … [Read more...] about Apple’s Strategic Pivot: Reshaping Its Supply Chain from China to India