U.S. economic growth slowed to 1.4% in Q4 2025, below forecasts, due to weak spending and persistent inflation.

TSA PreCheck and Global Entry suspended since Feb. 14 due to shutdown, affecting millions.

UK inflation dropped to 3.0% in January 2026, driven by lower petrol and food prices, boosting hopes for a rate cut in March.

The U.S. and Japan launched three major infrastructure projects under a $550 billion deal to cut Chinese supply chain dependence, with strict funding deadlines and ongoing trade tensions.

India and Brazil signed a minerals deal to boost trade, diversify supply chains, and reduce reliance on China.

RBC members disagree on timing of next rate hike amid inflation and employment concerns.

India defends its upcoming U.S. trade deal amid domestic skepticism over economic and sovereignty concerns.

Hungary blocks €90B EU loan to Ukraine, demanding resumed Russian oil shipments via Druzhba pipeline, stalling aid and exposing EU rifts.

Trump to meet Xi in April 2026 to discuss trade, fentanyl, and Taiwan amid legal and diplomatic tensions.

India's Congress party urges Modi to halt and renegotiate the U.S. trade deal after the Supreme Court voided Trump’s tariffs, warning of harm to farmers.