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Cargo containers at a Chinese port with cranes in the background

World News · Sep 29, 2026

U.S. and China agree reciprocal tariff cuts on roughly $60 billion of goods after Xi visit, Beijing says

Chinese and U.S. officials have agreed in principle to reciprocal tariff relief covering about $30 billion of imports from each country, a tangible outcome from President Xi Jinping’s visit to Washington that leaves sensitive technology and soybeans largely off the table. Beijing said the move opens space to rebuild trade ties while both sides will continue negotiations on implementation.

Global markets face rising Treasury yields and oil prices above $100 amid inflation concerns

Business & Economy · Sep 18, 2026

Treasury Yield Hits 5% as Oil Above $100 Revives Global Inflation and Stagflation Fears

Global markets are confronting a difficult combination of oil above $100 a barrel, rising government bond yields and tighter monetary policy, raising fresh concerns that economies could face persistent inflation alongside weaker growth.

AI data centre infrastructure as investors assess the rising cost of artificial intelligence spending

Business & Economy · Sep 17, 2026

AI Spending Is Supporting the Economy But Investors Are Starting to Question the Price

Billions flowing into AI chips, data centres and infrastructure are supporting growth and markets, but higher energy prices, borrowing costs and scrutiny of returns are putting the investment boom under a brighter spotlight.