US stocks drift after oil prices rise and Nvidia's latest profit report gets a yawn The U.S. stock market is drifting following a rebound for oil prices and mixed reports on the U.S. economy AAP · May 21
US stocks slip after oil prices rise and Nvidia gets a yawn to its latest blowout profit report The U.S. stock market is slipping following a rebound for oil prices and mixed reports on the U.S. economy AAP · May 21
Two‑day Global Prosperity Summit 2026 concludes successfully HONG KONG, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The two‑day Global Prosperity Summit 2026 (GPS 2026) successfully concluded today following three fruitful panel discussions. The second day's agenda focused on digital finance, international trade and aerospace development, bringing together global leaders and experts to exchange insights on issues critical to Hong… AAP · May 21
US jobless aid filings fell to 209,000 last week as layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty Fewer Americans filed for jobless aid last week as layoffs remain low despite a number of uncertainties that continue to cloud the economy AAP · May 21
UK Lands First G7 Gulf Trade Deal Worth £3.7B — Without a Human Rights Clause The UK's landmark trade deal with the Gulf Cooperation Council eliminates £580M in tariffs, boosting the economy by £3.7B annually. Explore the benefits for British businesses and workers. International Business Times UK · May 21
Stocks Slip Before the Open as Oil Rises on U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Uncertainty, PMI Data in Focus June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.40%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.55% this morning as oil prices and bond yields climbed, with investors watching to see whether hopes for a peace deal in the Middle East will turn into tangible progress. Barchart · May 21
Shaquille O'Neal already has $500 million, but is going back to college for a fourth degree at the age of 53. What can Gen Z learn from him? NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal, now 54, earned his fourth college degree from LSU, urging Gen Z graduates to embrace lifelong learning in an AI-driven economy. He emphasized that character trumps resumes and that failure is a stepping stone to success. O'Neal's commitment to education extends beyond basketball, building a vast… The Economic Times · May 21
Euro zone growth forecast cut because of war impact BRUSSELS - The euro zone economy will expand less than expected this year, the European Commission said on Thursday, as the Middle East war and subsequent energy shock take their toll. Bangkok Post · May 21
Jeff Bezos, world's 4th richest man, couldn't stop talking about a nurse in Queens earning $75,000. Here's why Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, also the world's fourth richest man, argued that low-income earners in the US should pay no taxes, citing a nurse earning $75,000 as an example. He described the US economy as split between those thriving and those struggling with inflation and rising costs, questioning the tax… The Economic Times · May 21
Recession warning? Eurozone activity hits lowest level in over two and a half years due to Iran war Business activity across the eurozone slowed sharply in May, hitting its lowest level in more than two and a half years. Euronews · May 21
Trump says he could run for prime minister in Israel claiming ‘99 percent approval rating’ Trump remarks come as his popularity with American voters continues to plummet, with a new poll showing growing disapproval over the Iran war and the economy The Independent UK · May 21
The Economic Times · May 21 Fuel imports keep India's economy under pressure despite gold duty curbs: Kotak Securities official India's economy is under pressure from high crude oil prices due to global crises. Experts warn that government actions may not fully resolve the issue. The country imports most of its crude oil, impacting its import bill and current account deficit. Rising dollar payments are also weakening the Indian rupee.
The Economic Times · May 21 India considering several measures to stop CAD from widening further, says Piyush Goyal India CAD: India is watching the fluctuations in the global economy as policymakers deliberate on strategies to address the growing current account deficit, Piyush Goyal said. With the rupee under pressure amid uncertain global trade dynamics, the latest figures show a worrying trend for the December quarter; Nonetheless, the fiscal…
The Economic Times · May 21 Congress says India needs ‘radical reset’ in economic policy, targets Narendra Modi govt Indian National Congress has criticized the handling of India’s economy, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of prioritizing elections over pressing economic challenges. The party claimed that rising inflation, slowing economic growth, and declining foreign investment are increasing concerns across sectors. Congress leaders also alleged that a climate of fear and…
The Economic Times · May 21 India-Nordic Summit signals New Delhi's emergence as 'co-author of global governance': Analysis When Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen described India in Oslo as "not a middle power, but one of the world's greatest powers," it signalled more than diplomatic warmth. It reflected a broader geopolitical transition in which India is increasingly being seen as a co-author of global climate, technology and governance…
The Economic Times · May 21 Parle Melody: The ₹1 soft power twist Modi served to Meloni and the world Prime Minister Modi's gift of a Parle Melody toffee to Italy's Giorgia Meloni symbolised India's evolving soft power. Beyond traditional exports, this gesture highlights India's growing confidence in its mass-market culture and everyday consumer identity, signaling a shift towards showcasing its vibrant domestic economy on the global stage.
Bangkok Post · May 21 World built more coal power in 2025 but used less The world built and commissioned more coal power in 2025, but used the polluting fuel less, with the United States the only major economy to substantially increase generation, a new analysis shows.
AAP · May 21 FED:Surprise unemployment jump 'comfort' for Reserve Bank About 18,600 fewer Australians were employed in April, which should ease the Reserve Bank's concerns the economy is above capacity and driving up inflation.
MyLifeXP · May 21 Is This Racist? PM Modi Cartoon Triggers Online Storm In the digital age, a single image can travel faster than facts, opinions, or context. That is exactly what happened when a cartoon of Prime Minister Narendra Modi appeared in a Norwegian newspaper opinion piece. What was meant as political commentary quickly turned into a global discussion. The illustration divided…
Evening Standard · May 20 Consumer confidence rises slightly following signs of Iran ‘de-escalation’ Confidence in the economy over the next three months remains firmly in negative territory at minus 48, but up from minus 53 last month.
Fortune · May 20 SpaceX will be worth trillions, but the space station that made it possible is worth even more — if we don't squander it SpaceX's IPO and NASA preparing to deorbit the ISS could mean missing out on trillions in untapped value — unless we build a bridge to the space economy.
Ballotpedia · May 20 New York replaces 2030 emissions goal with 2040 target In this week’s edition of Economy and Society: