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Tariffs Cast a Shadow Over Markets as Investors Brace for Uncertainty The financial markets are navigating rough waters as newly imposed U.S. tariffs send shockwaves through global trade. President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, along with an additional 10% on China, have rattled investors who had hoped these measures were merely a […]

Markets React as Trump Confirms Tariffs on Mexico and Canada Global markets were thrown into turmoil as U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada will go into effect starting Tuesday. The move, aimed at pressuring these key trading partners into increasing domestic production within the U.S., sent stocks

Trump Names Cryptocurrencies in U.S. Strategic Reserve, Boosting Market Confidence The cryptocurrency market surged following an announcement from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the creation of a strategic crypto reserve. The reserve will include bitcoin (BTC), ether (ETH), XRP, solana (SOL), and cardano (ADA), marking a significant shift in government policy toward digital assets. Market

Bitcoin Takes a Hit After Trump’s Tariff Announcement Monday evening saw a sharp market shake-up as Bitcoin tumbled to an intraday low of $91,362 following President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico. The crypto market wasn’t the only one feeling the heat—major U.S. stock indices also dropped, fueling

Bybit’s $1.5 Billion Crypto Hack: The Biggest Digital Heist in History The crypto industry has once again been rocked by a staggering security breach. Bybit, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has fallen victim to a record-breaking $1.5 billion hack, raising concerns over cybersecurity in digital asset markets. The scale of this attack surpasses

Elon Musk has hinted at the possibility of a “DOGE Dividend”, a proposed $5,000 refund check for American taxpayers, funded by savings from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The idea, put forward by James Fishback, suggests that 20% of DOGE’s targeted $2 trillion in savings be returned to around 79 million households.While Musk acknowledged

Meme coins have come a long way from their origins as internet jokes. Once dismissed as mere hype-driven assets, they have now evolved into legitimate investment opportunities, incorporating real utility, staking rewards, and gaming features. With growing investor interest, some meme coins are proving to be more than just speculative plays—they are becoming part of

As Singapore prepares for its highly anticipated Budget 2025, set to be delivered by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on February 18, analysts and policymakers alike are closely watching how the government will address rising cost-of-living pressures, business incentives, and long-term economic sustainability. Why Government Budgets Matter Budgets play a critical role in shaping a country’s

The latest developments in interest rate policies have sparked reactions across financial markets, with key decision-makers signaling that economic conditions are not yet aligned for rate cuts. Expectations for potential reductions, once anticipated for mid-2025, now appear uncertain as inflation remains persistent. Inflation Remains a Key Concern The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed