Reform UK names Robert Jenrick as shadow chancellor, unveiling a conservative leadership team focused on economic and migration policies ahead of 2029.

Modi met with leaders from Serbia, Croatia, and Finland at the AI Summit, advancing AI, clean energy, and trade ties, including the India-EU FTA.

Microsoft commits $50B by 2030 to boost AI, cloud, and training in developing regions.

U.S. tech firms plan $400B in 2026 debt for AI, raising financial stability concerns.

U.S. stocks fell Thursday as Iran tensions boosted oil prices and weighed on markets, despite strong earnings and a resilient labor market.

White House adviser Kevin Hassett attacked a Fed study showing tariffs hurt U.S. consumers and businesses, calling it flawed and demanding punishment for researchers.

Japan's economy surged in Feb 2026, driven by strong manufacturing and services growth, while inflation eased, prompting tax and policy reforms.

Cattle prices jumped 5.7%–6.5% in November 2025, raising beef costs and squeezing processor margins despite small export and retail gains.

AI could boost global growth by 0.8%, but may disrupt up to 40% of jobs, IMF says.

Gold dropped below $5,000/oz on profit-taking, despite inflation and geopolitical concerns.