geopolitical News
Northrop Grumman Dips as China Sanctions Firm Over Taiwan Arms Sales
Beijing's move to freeze assets and ban executives is seen as largely symbolic, with analysts noting minimal financial impact on the US defense giant.
Defense Stocks Gain as US Boosts Caribbean Military Presence
Lockheed Martin, RTX, and General Dynamics in focus as 'Operation Southern Spear' deploys advanced F-35 fighters, signaling sustained military spending.
Canada Pivots to 2026 USMCA Review, Shelves Sector-Specific US Talks
The move signals a period of prolonged uncertainty for key industries as Ottawa opts for a holistic negotiation strategy over short-term trade fixes.
Defense Stocks Buoyed by $11.1 Billion U.S. Arms Package for Taiwan
The potential sale puts major contractors like Lockheed Martin and RTX in the spotlight amid simmering U.S.-China tensions over the island’s sovereignty.
Silver Hits Record $66 as Venezuelan Blockade Sparks Flight to Safety
Gold also climbs as reports of a US naval blockade against Venezuelan oil tankers rattle markets and trigger a rush into haven assets.
US Industrial Exporters Face New EU Carbon Levy Headwinds
The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) poses a multi-billion dollar challenge to American steel, aluminum, and chemical producers starting in 2026.
Russia Sues Euroclear for $229B, Escalating Frozen Asset Standoff
Moscow's lawsuit raises concerns over systemic risk as the Kremlin challenges the foundation of the global financial system in response to Western sanctions.
US Launches 'Pax Silica' Alliance to Shield AI and Chip Supply Chains
New initiative with eight partner nations aims to counter geopolitical coercion and secure the flow of critical minerals and semiconductors for a new economic era.