Business News - The Last 24 Hours

Trump holds leverage over Iran thanks to low oil prices, Energy Secretary says
CNBC - 40 min 6 sec ago
Iran is an OPEC member and produces more than 3 million barrels per day.
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - Saudis cut key oil price for Asian buyers in sign of surplus - 1 hour 26 min ago



Working With India In Fight Against Drugs, Says US
NDTV - 2 hours 3 min ago
In a major collaboration with Indian law enforcement in the war on drugs, US authorities have cracked down on online drug-traffickers linked to the country who are allegedly responsible for six overdose deaths in the US.
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NDTV - India Eyes Defence, Trade Cooperation During PM Modi's Visit To Malaysia - 2 hours 14 min ago
Reuters - Canada's Fairfax group, Emirates NBD, Kotak Mahindra Bank vie for India's IDBI Bank, sources say - Reuters - 6 hours 52 min ago
BBC - Meet the women protecting India's snow leopards - 20 hours 48 min ago
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - India negotiating new FTAs - 1 hour 49 min ago
The Hindu - India drops small car concession in new fuel emission rules - 4 hours 51 min ago
SCMP - Woman in India injured after gas-filled balloons explode in lift - 12 hours 11 min ago



TrumpRx promises cheap drugs for the US ― but how cheap?
Deutsche Welle - 2 hours 35 min ago
Donald Trump's latest pitch to voters ahead of critical midterms is that he's bringing drug prices down. But amid cost-of-living challenges, many Americans may only see modest savings.
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CNBC - SAVE Act voter ID bill is on the minds of Trump and Congress: What to know - 3 hours 36 min ago
NDTV - White House Removes Trump's Racist Post On Obamas, Blames Staff Error - 3 hours 41 min ago
BBC - Trump shares video with racist clip depicting Obamas as apes - 5 hours 5 min ago
Reuters - Trump offered to unfreeze funding for NYC tunnel if Dulles airport, train station renamed for him, source says - Reuters - 17 hours 37 min ago
FOX Business - President launches TrumpRx.gov website offering Americans discounted prescription drug prices: ‘Historic’ - 18 hours 20 min ago
Deutsche Welle - Trump says new nuclear treaty needed to replace New START - 20 hours 31 min ago
COMMENTARY:
Sydney Morning Herald - Trump deletes racist video - 4 min 44 sec ago
SCMP - Canada and France open Greenland consulates to show support amid Trump threats - 9 min 15 sec ago
Indiatimes - A T-Rx in the medicine cabinet: Trump's 'e-Drugstore' opens for business - 2 hours 34 min ago
New York Times - TrumpRx: What to Know About Insurance Benefits, Pricing and Savings - 2 hours 44 min ago
The Independent - Private luxury plane owned by Trump donor used for ICE deportations, report says - 4 hours 23 min ago
The Guardian - Trump says he’ll free infrastructure funds for New York if Penn Station is renamed after him - 4 hours 53 min ago
Russia Today - Trump endorses ‘true friend’ Orban ahead of Hungary election - 7 hours 9 min ago
BusinessInsider - How Melania Trump's style has evolved, from her modeling days to first lady life - 8 hours 21 min ago
New York Post - TrumpRx website launches as prez vows Americans will ‘pay the lowest price’ for medication - 20 hours 48 min ago



Jennifer Garner's Once Upon a Farm opens at $21 per share in market debut, after pricing IPO at $18
CNBC - 3 hours 8 min ago
The company's IPO comes as shoppers and policymakers alike have pushed back on ultra-processed foods.



EU Tells TikTok To Change 'Addictive' Design
NDTV - 3 hours 37 min ago
The EU said Friday that it had toldTikTokit needs to change its "addictive design" or risk heavy fines, after the Chinese-owned platform was found in breach of the bloc's digital content rules.
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Deutsche Welle - EU says TikTok's 'addictive design' harms children - 7 hours 19 sec ago
BBC - TikTok told to change 'addictive design' by EU or face massive fines - 7 hours 49 min ago
COMMENTARY:
The Guardian - TikTok could be forced to change app’s ‘addictive design’ by European Commission - 9 hours 6 min ago
New York Times - Europe Accuses TikTok of ‘Addictive Design’ and Pushes for Change - 9 hours 39 min ago
SCMP - EU finds TikTok ‘addictive’ in digital law probe, 6% fine looms for ByteDance - 9 hours 53 min ago



US Announces New Iran Oil Sanctions Moments After Talks In Oman
NDTV - 3 hours 40 min ago
The United States on Friday announced new sanctions to curb Iran's oil exports, including targeting 14 vessels, moments after the adversaries wrapped up a day of indirect talks in Oman.
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Reuters - In Trump’s war on global justice, court staff and U.N. face terrorist‑grade sanctions - Reuters - 10 hours 2 min ago
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - 'Who are you really working for?': Bessent scrambles on Russia sanctions, Trump family crypto deals - 8 hours 21 min ago



Bitcoin gets slashed in half. What's behind the crypto's existential crisis
CNBC - 3 hours 59 min ago
Bitcoin nearly grazed $60,000 on Thursday as investors shied away from the asset due to growing concerns over its utility.
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CNBC - Bitcoin narrowly avoids falling under $60,000 as it bounces off lows - 10 hours 59 min ago
NDTV - $2 Trillion Wiped Out After Bitcoin Falls To Lowest Since October 2024 - 18 hours 48 min ago
BBC - Bitcoin falls to lowest level since Trump took office - 22 hours 59 min ago
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - BTC USD crash explained: Experts reveal top reasons why crypto market tumbled yesterday and why analysts are starting to buy spot Bitcoin now - 34 min 32 sec ago
BusinessInsider - How bitcoin's plunge has battered the crypto's biggest institutional whale, in 3 charts - 5 hours 16 sec ago
The Straits Times - Bitcoin drops below $71,000, wiping out gain since Trump’s win - 18 hours 33 min ago
New York Post - Winklevoss twins’ Gemini crypto exchange cuts 25% of workforce as bitcoin slumps - 23 hours 28 min ago
New York Times - Bitcoin Price Drops as Crypto Industry Faces Another Slump - 23 hours 49 min ago



SEC chairman warns of China-linked ramp-and-dump activity
FOX Business - 4 hours 44 min ago
SEC halts trading in suspected ramp-and-dump stocks with potential China links as Chairman Paul Atkins launches crackdown to protect U.S. investors.



Beyond The Frontlines: How Kyiv Is Moving The War Into Russia's Backyard
NDTV - 5 hours 57 min ago
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its fourth year, the battlefield is no longer confined to drones and missile strikes along the frontlines. A series of assassinations on Russian soil suggests that a separate conflict is being fought far from borders.
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Reuters - Pro-Russia disinformation falsely links Macron to Epstein, French government source says - Reuters - 6 hours 3 min ago
BBC - BBC at scene where Russian general was shot in Moscow - 6 hours 48 min ago
Deutsche Welle - Could Hungary win its case against the EU's Russian gas ban? - 7 hours 44 min ago
NDTV - Russia, US To Start Negotiations To Renew Nuclear Treaty Soon: Kremlin - 8 hours 9 min ago
Bloomberg - Tankers With Russian Oil Flock to East Asia in Race for Buyers - bloomberg.com - 14 hours 39 min ago
COMMENTARY:
The Independent - Russia accuses Ukraine of assassination attempt on top military official in Moscow - 29 min 51 sec ago
Russia Today - EU court approves state theft of private cars bought in Russia - 2 hours 45 min ago
The Guardian - Mandelson lobbying firm sought work with Russia and China state companies, Epstein emails show - 3 hours 3 min ago
Sydney Morning Herald - ‘Sabotage’: Russian general shot in Moscow amid Ukraine ceasefire talks - 7 hours 26 min ago
SCMP - Russian general shot and wounded in assassination attempt in Moscow - 12 hours 40 min ago
BusinessInsider - Russia says the US is pushing its companies out of Venezuela's energy sector - 14 hours 4 min ago
Indiatimes - President Trump seeks new Nuclear Deal with Russia, rejects extending New START - 18 hours 23 min ago



President Trump's tariffs fueled U.S. Customs bond market boom. Now billions hang on Supreme Court ruling
CNBC - 6 hours 46 min ago
Companies are anxious for Supreme Court ruling on Trump tariffs, but in addition to trade tax refunds, billions were paid in customs bonds and collateral.



Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday
CNBC - 6 hours 53 min ago
Stocks look to rebound Friday after a turbulent, three-day slide.
COMMENTARY:
AllAfrica - West Africa: BRVM Stocks Rally As Global Markets Slide On Tech and Crypto Selloff - 42 min 19 sec ago
The Independent - Dow Jones stock market hits new record and crosses 50,000 points for the first time - 1 hour 12 min ago
Indiatimes - Dow tsunami lifts US stock market on a record surge today – why Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq suddenly pumped up as as tech stcoks rebound - 3 hours 29 min ago
The Hindu - Stock markets end higher; ITC, banks lead recovery as RBI keeps policy rates unchanged - 9 hours 44 min ago
New York Times - The Dark Side of A.I. Weighs on the Stock Market - 10 hours 59 min ago



Stellantis CEO says automaker is stronger together as stock plummets amid $26 billion charge
CNBC - 7 hours 7 min ago
The automaker announced $26 billion in charges from a business restructuring that includes pulling back on electrification plans and reintroducing V8 engines.
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CNBC - Voyager Technologies CEO says space data center cooling problem still needs to be solved - 7 hours 41 min ago
COMMENTARY:
AllAfrica - Liberia: Ex-Ivanhoe Atlantic CEO Bronwyn Barnes Sues Company Over Alleged Unfair Sacking - 10 hours 8 min ago
SCMP - China ‘most capable waitress’ begins career at top hotpot chain, becomes overseas unit CEO - 11 hours 3 min ago
The Straits Times - Singapore Institute of Directors appoints former Ogilvy president as new CEO from May 1 - 11 hours 28 min ago
BusinessInsider - Ford CEO shares photos teasing $30,000 EV pickup - 12 hours 3 min ago
Indiatimes - SIR in Telangana likely during April-May, says CEO - 14 hours 58 min ago



White House launches direct-to-consumer drug site TrumpRx. Here's what to know
CNBC - 7 hours 42 min ago
It's still unclear if all patients, particularly those with insurance coverage, will see more cost savings from using that site to buy their medicines.



How Trump's child tax credit changes could impact your refund this season
CNBC - 8 hours 32 min ago
The maximum child tax credit increased to $2,200 in 2025 based on changes enacted via President Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill."
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FOX Business - California's 'billionaire tax' will be 'disastrous' and cause wealthy to flee, economist predicts - 10 hours 3 min ago
NDTV - The Sale Of xAI Comes With Tax, Financial And Legal Benefits For Investors - 15 hours 57 min ago
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - Govt to form panel to align tax, accounting rules and cut India Inc compliance burden - 2 hours 9 min ago
New York Post - When to expect your IRS refund — as White House projects $1,000 higher average tax returns - 4 hours 2 min ago
AllAfrica - Tanzania: Investors Call for Centralised Tax Collection System - 9 hours 15 min ago
New York Times - 2025 Tax Returns: Here’s What to Know About Filing This Year - 11 hours 34 sec ago
The Guardian - Scaling back the capital gains tax discount might not help housing affordability – but there are still good reasons to do it - 21 hours 21 min ago



Google and Microsoft offer lucrative deals to promote AI, but even $500,000 won't sway some creators
CNBC - 9 hours 3 min ago
Tech companies including Google and Microsoft are paying influencers hundreds of thousands of dollars to promote AI products.
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - Delhi HC sends Voicemonk’s patent suit against Google over Gemini, Android to mediation - 2 hours 25 min ago
BusinessInsider - 800 Google employees demand an end to any cloud contracts with ICE and CBP - 4 hours 36 min ago
New York Times - Google Workers Demand End to Cloud Services for Immigration Agencies - 4 hours 40 min ago



Goldman Sachs is tapping Anthropic’s AI model to automate accounting, compliance roles
CNBC - 10 hours 47 min ago
Goldman Sachs is building AI agents with Anthropic’s Claude to automate trade accounting and client onboarding, aiming to speed work and boost efficiency.
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - Goldman Sachs deploys Claude AI for trade accounting, compliance, and onboarding — Has a new era of investment banking begun as Anthropic powers core operations? - 4 hours 48 min ago



UK Woman Left In Diabetic Coma After Using Fake Ozempic Bought On Facebook
NDTV - 11 hours 52 min ago
A UK woman narrowly survived after using a counterfeit Ozempic pen bought on Facebook, prompting warnings over fake weight loss drugs and online scams.
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - Rinku Singh’s Facebook hacked in cyber bouncer - 13 hours 26 min ago



Amazon To Invest $200 Billion In AI After Washington Post Announces Layoffs
NDTV - 12 hours 7 min ago
Amazon will spend $200 billion in 2026, over 50 per cent higher than last year, ramping up investment in artificial intelligence and robotics, the tech giant said.
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CNBC - Amazon learns a tough lesson in a market bailing on tech. Why we must be patient - 20 hours 20 min ago
COMMENTARY:
BusinessInsider - Amazon's $8 billion Anthropic investment balloons to $61 billion - 1 hour 20 min ago
Indiatimes - Amazon stock crashes after $200 billion AI spending shocks investors – Why AMZN, MSFT, NVDA, META, GOOG and ORCL shed $1 trillion amid tech bubble fears - 4 hours 50 min ago
The Hindu - Amazon shares plunge as AI costs climb - 14 hours 40 min ago
The Straits Times - Amazon sees 50% boost to capital spending this year, shares tumble - 18 hours 12 min ago
New York Post - Amazon shares tumble as $200B AI spending spree rattles investors - 20 hours 20 min ago
The Guardian - Amazon reveals plans to spend $200bn in one year day after Bezos guts Washington Post - 21 hours 27 min ago



Toyota promotes finance chief Kenta Kon as CEO in second leadership change in 3 years
CNBC - 14 hours 40 min ago
Toyota Motor has announced that its chief executive Koji Sato will step down, and be replaced by the automaker’s chief financial officer, Kenta Kon.
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - Toyota picks Kenta Kon, ally of chairman Toyoda, as CEO amid rising Chinese competition - 12 hours 3 min ago
New York Times - Toyota Names Kenta Kon C.E.O. as Automaker Faces Tariffs and Increasing Competition - 12 hours 24 min ago
New York Post - Toyota CEO Sato to step down, to be replaced by CFO Kon - 14 hours 20 min ago



Is Gulf The Next Big Market For India? Mega Trade Deal With 6 Nations In Talks
NDTV - 15 hours 59 min ago
Amid trade wars and tariff barriers paralysing global trade, the Gulf nations are emerging as a premier strategic market for India.
COMMENTARY:
The Hindu - The India-EU trade deal is also a strategic turning point - 1 hour 28 min ago
Indiatimes - Agriculture, dairy sectors ‘fully’ protected under India-US trade deal: Piyush Goyal - 9 hours 36 min ago



India's central bank keeps policy rates steady at 5.25% as U.S., EU trade deals ease growth concerns
CNBC - 16 hours 4 min ago
Economists polled by Reuters had forecast the policy rate to remain unchanged at 5.25%.
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - RBI Monetary Policy 2026: Why India's central bank left rates unchanged - 14 hours 55 min ago



Tesla maintains competitive showing in China-made EV sales despite industry headwinds
CNBC - 16 hours 51 min ago
Tesla remained a strong contender in China's electric vehicle scene, as the company's China-produced EV sales grew modestly in January from the year before.
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - Tesla weighs New York, Arizona, Idaho to lift solar cell output - 1 hour 8 min ago
New York Post - Tesla driver’s devastating 911 call while stuck in fiery car revealed: ‘Help please … I am going to die’ - 1 hour 53 min ago
SCMP - Tesla launches China AI training centre as self-driving race accelerates - 5 hours 55 min ago



India is reportedly 'ready' buy up to $80 billion in Boeing aircraft following trade deal with U.S.
CNBC - 17 hours 33 min ago
Indian minister shares details about India-U.S. deal timeline and New Delhi's potential to buy more American goods.



US, Argentina strike sweeping trade deal cutting tariffs, opening markets to US exports
FOX Business - 18 hours 6 min ago
Argentina and U.S. sign trade agreement cutting tariffs on American exports including medicines, machinery and agricultural goods in new partnership.
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Reuters - Exclusive: Mexico seeking way to send fuel to Cuba without being hit by US tariffs, sources say - Reuters - 23 hours 50 min ago
COMMENTARY:
Indiatimes - ‘New sovereign path’: Carney READY to face Trump tariffs as he calls US-Canada ties ‘VULNARABLE’ - 1 hour 33 min ago
SCMP - Coupang data leak threatens South Korea-US ties amid tariff tensions - 21 hours 3 min ago



South Korea's Kospi plunges 5%, leading losses in Asia markets after Wall Street tech rout
CNBC - 20 hours 23 min ago
All markets in Asia were in negative territory, with South Korean indexes leading losses.
COMMENTARY:
BusinessInsider - 'Long main street, short Wall Street': BofA says small stocks will keep beating bigger names - 4 hours 5 min ago
Indiatimes - Australian sharemarket crashes to lowest since April, 2025; S&P/ASX 200 falls to 11-week low; here’s how Wall Street’s drop rattled Australia - 13 hours 13 min ago
The Hindu - Bitcoin falls 9%; Asian shares slip after Wall Street hit by tech stock losses - 14 hours 11 min ago
The Straits Times - Wall Street ends sharply down as AI worries weigh - 22 hours 29 min ago