As global financial markets navigate persistent inflation, geopolitical instability, and the ever-present shadow of central bank interventions, the age-old debate surrounding the nature of money has intensified. Investors and citizens alike are increasingly scrutinizing traditional fiat currencies, seeking refuge and financial autonomy in alternatives like gold and the burgeoning digital
Baghdad, Iraq – In a significant development for Iraq's long-term economic strategy, Asian Arab countries reportedly captured a dominant 88% share of Iraq's non-oil commodity exports in 2024, according to a report by Iraq's Ministry of Planning. This concentration highlights a strategic pivot by Baghdad to deepen regional economic integration and
Mumbai, India – October 16, 2025 – The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is spearheading a transformative initiative aimed at significantly boosting institutional participation in India's agricultural and non-agricultural commodity markets. These concerted efforts, unfolding as of late 2025, are designed to inject vital liquidity, deepen hedging capabilities, and ultimately
Guinea, the world's second-largest bauxite producer, has once again demonstrated its formidable resilience in the global commodity market. Despite navigating a complex web of operational and regulatory challenges, the West African nation reported a remarkable 23% year-on-year surge in bauxite exports during the third quarter of 2025. This significant increase,
The global soft commodities sector experienced a quarter of divergent fortunes in Q3 2025, with a composite index showing a modest uptick amidst a broader year-to-date bearish trend. While gains in coffee and orange juice futures provided some buoyancy, the majority of the sector continued to grapple with corrections from
Houston, TX – October 16, 2025 – The U.S. natural gas market is currently navigating a period of relative stability, as evidenced by recent reports from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). On Thursday, October 16, 2025, the EIA reported a net increase of 80 billion cubic feet (Bcf) in
As global financial markets navigate a landscape shaped by persistent inflation concerns, geopolitical tensions, and shifting economic paradigms, the iShares S&P GSCI Commodity Indexed Trust (NYSEARCA: GSG) has cemented its position as a prominent alternative investment vehicle. Offering diversified exposure to a broad spectrum of commodity futures, with a
Financial services company Triumph Financial (NASDAQ:TFIN) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025 as sales rose 3% year on year to $109.3 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.04 per share decreased from $0.19 in the same quarter last year.
Shares of leading data storage manufacturer Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC)
jumped 6.8% in the afternoon session after an analyst at Wedbush significantly raised the price target for the stock, reflecting a positive outlook on the company's future performance.
Shares of freight delivery company Knight-Swift Transportation (NYSE:KNX)
jumped 5.6% in the afternoon session after Bank of America Securities upgraded its rating on the company to Buy from Neutral and raised its price target. The bank also increased its price forecast for the stock to $50 from $41. The analyst behind the upgrade noted that Knight-Swift's earnings had likely reached their lowest point and were positioned to recover due to improving spot rate dynamics.
Shares of debt recovery company Encore Capital Group (NASDAQ:ECPG) fell 6.2% in the afternoon session after negative sentiment spread across the financial sector as Zions Bancorp disclosed a significant loan loss.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after disclosures from two lenders raised concerns about deteriorating loan quality across the industry.
