What Does a Democratic Congress Mean for Markets?
Skanda Amarnath on the market after midterms.
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Odd Lots: The Macro Implications of the Blue Tsunami (Podcast)
We don’t need to tell you that the midterm elections were historic: The Democrats won bigger than even they imagined. But as the dust settles, an open questi...
Employers to be forced to put salaries on job ads, Andy Burnham announces
Workers’ rights campaigners say measure will help young people and women in particular achieve more equal payBusiness live – latest updatesEmployers will be ...
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The world's biggest defense firms are finding that demand for traditional military equipment remains strong even as drones and AI reshape how wars are fought.
Oil Declines on Signs of Moves Toward Gulf War De-Escalation
Oil erased an earlier advance as traders weighed reports of US engagement in efforts to step up negotiations in the Middle East.
UK jailing of Indian sailor over Russia sanctions sets off ‘perfect storm’
Captain Ajay Pant was in international waters when his allegedly 'shadow' tanker was captured by British soldiers.
Death a ‘distinct possibility’ in collision running and face-slapping competitions, inquiry hears
Impacts in emerging contact sports are akin to coward punches and cannot be made safer with regulation, neurologist saysGet our breaking news email, free app...
European Stocks Join Global Selloff as AI Concerns Spread
European shares joined a global selloff, wiping out their weekly gain as concerns over the Democratic sweep of Congress and its implications for the artifici...
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Trump calls midterms 'crooked', demands Alaska votes go to Republican candidate
Despite having previously accepted the US midterm election results, President Donald Trump told reporters on Thursday the elections were "crooked", and he de...
9 of the Last 10 Nasdaq Corrections Ended Higher in 6 Months. Will the Fed Allow It?
The Nasdaq Composite dropped 5.52% to 24,315 on Thursday and fell into correction territory. Chip stocks led the selloff after Democrats won both chambers of...
Bitcoin, Ether ETFs post $530M outflows as election gains evaporate
US spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs shed a combined $530 million Thursday as Bitcoin fell below $76,000 and US stocks tumbled.
Somalia's top court rejects president's term extension amid political crisis
The country's first nationwide elections since 1969 are due next year - a timetable now thrown into doubt.
Seven people arrested in Glasgow after Bonfire Night violence across Scotland
Emergency services targeted with fireworks and police vehicle set alight in GlasgowSeven people were arrested in Glasgow after violence on Bonfire Night in p...
Melania Trump calls for lasting Ukraine truce as she hosts Russian and Ukrainian officials
The US first lady was credited by all for playing a key though unspecified role in the ceasefire.
Indonesia names fourth wiretapping suspect as political intrigue deepens
Scandal is driving divisions between President Prabowo Subianto and predecessor Joko Widodo.
South Africa's ANC party on track to face 'nightmare' losses in municipal elections
South Africa's African National Congress party could face its worst-ever election result on Friday, with early counting suggesting it received only 32% of t...
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Israel’s President Herzog to name candidate to form government on Sunday
Announcement comes after majority of Israeli lawmakers endorse Eisenkot over Netanyahu.
'Leaders all over the world understand that Trump is only there for two more years & then he's gone'
In American politics, even presidential power has its limits. And now, the laws of political gravity may finally be catching up with Donald Trump's hyper-agg...
Crypto’s Toughest Critic, Set to Chair Senate Banking: Can She Move Prices?
Elizabeth Warren, one of crypto’s toughest critics in Congress, is set to run the Senate Banking Committee in January. The big question for markets is whethe...
Macau jails pro-democracy campaigner in city's first national security case
Au Kam San was sentenced to 12 years and six months' jail for "subversion against the political power of the state".
Friday briefing: After a week of disruption, is living with threats our new normal?
In today’s newsletter: From diverted airliners to hacked fridges, a string of disruptive incidents has exposed the vulnerabilities of modern life. There ...
Judge temporarily halts building work on Trump’s triumphal arch
Federal judge issues 14-day restraining order on any construction work on Washington monument, hours after it was approved by planning commissionA federal ju...
Did a data centre revolt affect the US mid-term election results?
BBC Verify examines whether US voters were influenced by the data centre boom - and the impact anti-AI sentiment could have on the industry.
Crypto Industry Faces New Threat as Warren Eyes Powerful Senate Role
The crypto industry could face tougher regulatory scrutiny as longtime critic Elizabeth Warren is poised to chair the powerful Senate Banking Committee.
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Oil prices rise as investors weigh renewed U.S.-Iran conflict risks after midterm elections
Oil prices rose Friday as investors weighed the risk of renewed U.S.-Iran military escalation after the midterms, alongside prospects for a diplomatic breakt...
Tech stocks plunge as US midterm results fuel fears of tighter AI rules
Asian tech stocks fell sharply on Friday, driven by fears of tighter AI regulation following Democrats’ US midterm election victory. US voters widely oppose ...
Iraq’s al-Zaidi talks to Trump as Baghdad seeks to stay out of war on Iran
Call comes as Iraq's top diplomat urges armed groups not to join any Iranian retaliation to US attacks.
Trump’s Crypto Vehicle World Liberty Financial to Buy Back Tokens After Post-Election Nose Dive
World Liberty Financial's WLFI governance token is down 10% since Democrats took Congress, and more than 60% this year.
Trump issues proclamation declaring Oval Office national monument
Following election losses, the signing marks Trump's third event of the week focused on signature renovation projects.
Nasdaq analysis after yesterday's crash: Is this the dip investors have been waiting for?
Nasdaq futures rebound after a 16.6% plunge. Is this a dip to buy or a rally to sell?Nasdaq futures have bounced nearly 800 points from a major historical su...