Emerging Markets

Mali's Bamako Commercial Court on Monday placed the Loulo-Gounkoto gold complex, one of Barrick Mining's (NYSE:B) largest assets, into state control for six months. After a prolonged standoff over taxation, Mali appointed former health minister Suomana Makadji as provisional administrator. "Justice...

On Monday, June 16, U.S. markets ended higher on hopes of easing tensions between Israel and Iran, which drove oil prices lower, easing inflation concerns. Hopes for a ceasefire and Iran’s diplomatic outreach lifted investor sentiment. Tech and communication stocks led gains, while utilities...

On Friday, June 13, U.S. markets ended sharply lower as escalating Iran-Israel tensions rattled global markets. Oil prices jumped on fears of supply disruption, boosting energy and defense stocks, while airlines tumbled on rising fuel concerns. Most sectors in the S&P 500 declined, led by...

The World Bank has lifted its ban on funding nuclear energy projects in developing countries. Its president, Ajay Banga, announced the decision on Wednesday, opening the door to financing a sector increasingly seen as a solution to meeting demand for reliable, low-emission energy. "While the issues...

Rising Middle East tensions and President Donald Trump’s threats to Iran are flaring uncertainty in the global and U.S. markets. As a result, money is flowing from equities to safe-haven assets like gold. Also, the crude oil price is soaring as rising conflict threatens OPEC crude supply....

As the U.S. dollar has slumped to its lowest level in over two years, emerging market stocks rallied in near-perfect inverse fashion—a trend that may be just at its early stages. The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (NYSE:EEM), which holds more than 800 EM stocks, posted its ninth consecutive...

As Donald Trump approaches six months into his second presidential term, four foreign markets he vowed to penalize with heavy tariffs have not only withstood the threat, they've outpaced the S&P 500 and America’s biggest tech giants by a wide margin. Since Jan. 20, 2025 — Trump's...

On Wednesday, June 11, U.S. markets ended lower. The S&P 500 slipped as investors grew wary over Middle East tensions and a reported embassy evacuation. A mild inflation report eased fears about tariff-driven price hikes, boosting hopes for future rate cuts. Despite a tentative U.S.-China trade...

United Kingdom-based potash developer Kore Potash has signed a non-binding term sheet agreement with Swiss investment platform OWI-RAMS to secure $2.2 billion in financing for its flagship Kola Project in the Republic of Congo (Congo-Brazzaville). The agreement is a dual-structured funding package...

On Tuesday, June 10, U.S. markets ended in the green. The S&P 500 climbed, boosted by a rally in Tesla and renewed optimism over U.S.-China trade talks. The Nasdaq also rose, lifted by tech strength, including gains in Alphabet. The Dow Jones posted modest gains as investor sentiment improved....

On Monday, June 9, U.S. markets closed mixed, with the S&P and Nasdaq posting modest gains while the Dow closed flat, weighed down by losses in major stocks like McDonald’s and Travelers. Small-cap stocks outperformed broader indices as investors remained cautiously optimistic, encouraged...

On Friday, June 6, U.S. markets closed in green, as a solid jobs report eased economic concerns and optimism over renewed U.S.-China trade talks boosted sentiment. The S&P 500 closed above a key milestone, led by gains in technology. Tesla rebounded after a sharp drop, and other major tech...

On Thursday, June 5, U.S. markets closed lower as Tesla shares plunged amid escalating tensions between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, wiping out significant market value. Optimism from renewed U.S.-China tariff dialogue was overshadowed by weak economic data, rising jobless claims, and inflation...

Abu Dhabi's state-backed International Resources Holding (IRH) has acquired a 56% stake in Alphamin Resources (OTCPK: AFMJF) for CA$503 million ($366 million) from private equity firm Denham Capital. The transaction gives IRH control over one of the world's highest-grade tin mines, the Bisie...

On Wednesday, June 4, U.S. markets closed mixed, as weak services and job data highlighted the toll of Trump’s policy uncertainty. The S&P 500 was flat, the Nasdaq edged up, and the Dow dipped. Investors weighed trade tensions, softening policy stances, and corporate earnings. Tesla and...