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Piyush Goyal calls for clear distinction between food supply ‘weaponisation’ and food-security measures

Piyush Goyal addressed the G20 Trade Ministers' meeting, focusing on the distinction in food supply chain strategies. He emphasized the need to differentiate coercive actions from legitimate food security measures. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer discussed the implications of food weaponization and structural excess capacity in global markets. Greer also…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Greer urges G20 to back Trump tariff agenda, takes aim at China

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer urged G20 major economies to refrain from coercive food trade actions. He emphasized the need to tackle industrial overcapacity and reassess the existing tariff system. Greer highlighted concerns regarding China's industrial policies contributing to excess capacity in global markets. Discussions among G20 members included potential…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Meta wants people to use ‘AI agents’ to do daily tasks for them. Here’s why that’s a problem

Meta wants users to turn to a cute artificial intelligence (AI) “agent” throughout the day to carry out common tasks for them, such as booking flights or doing their shopping.

The Conversation · Oct 1

H-1B visa fee: Second US judge blocks Trump’s $100,000 charge

A federal judge recently blocked a substantial fee that was imposed on H-1B visas by Donald Trump. The ruling was based on the failure of government agencies to follow necessary procedures. A coalition of unions and nonprofits had sought this legal action, with another judge already blocking the fee in…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Almost $60b wiped from ASX in bond-linked bloodbath

Easing oil prices haven't shielded the ASX from its worst day since the beginning of the Iran war, as bond market jitters hit investor confidence.

AAP · Oct 1

How Guyana Became Richer Per Capita Than the United States

Guyana produces nearly 1 million barrels of oil daily, has surpassed the US in purchasing-power income per person, and is poised for $6.5B in oil revenue in 2026.

Latin Times · Oct 1

AstraZeneca Seeks FDA Approval for Savolitinib Plus Tagrisso in Lung Cancer That Resists Tagrisso Through MET Changes

AstraZeneca has filed for FDA approval of savolitinib plus Tagrisso for EGFR-mutated lung cancer with MET-driven resistance. Full SAFFRON data are pending.

Medical Daily · Oct 1

Oil Price Today (October 1): Crude oil at $98 as investors assess supply recovery, peace deal talks. What are analysts saying?

Brent crude was trading near $98 a barrel after touching $104 during Wednesday’s intraday trade. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) for November delivery fell 0.4% to $90.07 a barrel on Thursday, following a 1.2% gain in the previous session

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Gold prices flat ahead of US jobs data

As Asia's trading day commenced, gold prices remained steady while market participants awaited the critical US jobs data release. This information is pivotal for deciphering the Federal Reserve's future interest rate moves. The latest inflation statistics from the US signaled a slight rise, tweaking the odds for upcoming rate changes.…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Dollar gets lift from higher yields

The dollar is holding steady near a two-month peak, thanks to climbing US Treasury yields amidst global inflation fears. Although US inflation reports revealed lower-than-anticipated increases, inflationary pressures in the euro zone remain high, spurred by rising energy costs. The euro and sterling have both experienced declines compared to the…

The Economic Times · Oct 1