Gulf states have tolerated Iranian strikes so far — but their ‘defensive’ stance won’t last forever
Iran’s Gulf neighbors have said attacks on energy infrastructure won’t “go unanswered,” but, so far, they have not hit back at Iran. That stance could change soon.
Alibaba revenue misses estimates in December quarter as net income drops 66%
The tech giant is one of several Chinese AI firms that have been rushing to catch up to U.S. companies in the AI race.
Jim Cramer says you can still find stocks to buy on tough days in the market
CNBC’s Jim Cramer says there are still select winners in this tough market
Gold and silver sell off as inflation fears grip global markets
Gold and silver prices moved lower on Thursday.
Chip buyers in Europe are paying more and tapping backup stores as Iran war hits air freight
The Iran war has caused turmoil to cargo routes through the Middle East, as shipping and airports have been targeted.
Stock futures tick down after Dow falls to fresh 2026 low: Live updates
Wall Street is coming off a dismal trading session as inflation fears took hold.
Why this regional stock index is more exposed to the Iran war than investors might think, says MSCI
The research team at MSCI have flagged a couple of factors when it comes to assessing how war risk is flowing into equity portfolios.
European markets set to slump at the open as Iran war intensifies
European stocks are expected to slump at the open on Thursday as the Iran war escalates following attacks on Iranian and Qatari energy infrastructure.
Europe’s central banks are no longer in a ‘good place’ as Iran war upends forecasts
The war in Iran has upset the economic equilibrium Europe threatening energy supplies, growth and the outlook for consumer prices, upsetting economic forecasts.
Asia tech stocks sink as oil spike and Qatar attacks threaten chip supply chain
Asian technology stocks fell on Thursday as Iran’s latest attacks on Qatar’s Ras Laffan Industrial City and a surge in oil prices rattled investor sentiment.