Is Cuba Next?
President Trump warned that the Cuban government will fall "pretty soon" and hinted that any transition might not be a friendly takeover. In a televised discussion, analysts Ryan Berg and Carrie Filipetti examined Trump’s objectives in Cuba, outlining a spectrum of policy tools from intensified sanctions to covert operations. They highlighted the strategic risks of a forced regime change, including regional instability and potential backlash. The conversation also referenced Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s remarks and a CSIS report on China’s expanding intelligence presence in Cuba, underscoring the complexity of U.S. options.
Why Oil Prices Are Rising...and Likely to Continue Rising
Oil prices are rising and likely to continue climbing because global oil demand is highly inelastic and even small supply disruptions produce outsized price moves. Economist Ed Hirst explains that measured short‑run price elasticity for oil is about -0.047, meaning...
Why Does Oil Matter So Much to the Global Economy?
The video examines how the Middle East war re‑asserts oil’s role as a strategic weapon capable of rattling the global economy, even as renewables and nuclear power expand their share of the world’s energy supply. Energy analysts warn that roughly 20 %...
Inside India - 12-Mar-26
India’s economy is accelerating toward a top‑five global position, driven by robust domestic consumption, a burgeoning tech ecosystem, and expanding manufacturing capabilities. The country’s youthful workforce and rising middle class are fueling demand across sectors, while foreign direct investment reaches...
Jeremy Schwartz: Why Supply Chains Can't Rely on China #Geopolitics #Commodities
Jeremy Schwartz argues that the growing geopolitical tension with China forces companies to rethink supply‑chain architectures, especially for critical commodities. He questions whether firms should continue to concentrate stockpiles and production in China, citing recent oil disruptions with Iran as...
How Will Trump Fight SCOTUS on Trade? | Ian Explains
The video examines the Supreme Court’s 6‑3 ruling that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) when he imposed tariffs by declaring a national emergency. The decision, which included two justices appointed by...
Cross-Border Payments Innovation & Strategy | Mick Fennell
At the Temenos Community Forum 2025, Mick Fennell outlined how innovation, regulation, and strategic partnerships are reshaping cross‑border payments. He highlighted the rise of instant payment standards and stablecoins as key enablers of faster, cheaper transactions. Fennell emphasized the industry’s...
Road to MC14: Fisheries Subsidies Negotiations
The video outlines the WTO’s landmark fishery‑subsidies agreement, which came into force in September 2025, marking the first multilateral trade pact centred on environmental sustainability. It obliges members to eliminate subsidies that drive overfishing, protect marine ecosystems, and safeguard the food...
LIVE: Stocks, Oil Nears $100 as Mideast Conflict Widens
U.S. equities opened lower on Thursday as oil prices surged past $100 per barrel amid escalating U.S.-Israeli‑Iran tensions. Iran intensified attacks on regional energy infrastructure, prompting Iraq to shut its oil port terminals after two tanker strikes. Tehran warned crude...
US-Israeli Strikes Hit Street Checkpoints in Iran | BBC News
US and Israeli forces have intensified air operations over Tehran, striking Basij street checkpoints and Bank Sepah, the oldest Iranian bank that finances the military and Revolutionary Guard. The attacks come as the conflict, which began months ago, has already...
The China Connection - 12-Mar-26
Emily Tan will host "The China Connection" livestream on March 12, 2026, delivering a one‑hour deep dive into China’s economic performance, technology advances, policy shifts, and business developments. The program runs from 10:00 to 11:00 Singapore/Hong Kong time and is...
Bloomberg Surveillance 3/12/2026
Bloomberg Surveillance airs weekdays from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. ET, hosted by Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz and Annmarie Hordern. The show features live interviews with a rotating lineup of market experts—from Truist and BCA Research to BlackRock, PIMCO and Wells Fargo—delivering actionable...
What's Next for Trade and Tariffs?
Panelists from the Council on Foreign Relations and the Peterson Institute examined the latest shifts in U.S. trade policy, noting a modest easing of tariffs on Chinese goods and a renewed focus on supply‑chain resilience. They highlighted the administration’s push...
Iran's New Supreme Leader Vows to Keep Blocking Strait of Hormuz in First Statement | BBC News
Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, issued his first public statement on state television, vowing to keep the Strait of Hormuz blocked. He framed the action as retaliation for the deaths of Iranian citizens, promising to avenge their blood....
Why It Might Be Time to Rewrite the Rules of the Economy
The Great Simplification podcast’s Reality Roundtable 22 argues that the West’s reliance on imported rare‑earth minerals and AI‑driven supply chains threatens its strategic autonomy. Michael Every and Craig Tindale contend that current economic frameworks are outdated for a world where...
Is Iran Still a Nuclear Threat?
The video examines whether the ongoing conflict has neutralized Iran’s nuclear program, concluding that it has not. It notes that U.S. airstrikes have hit only a handful of facilities, while most of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure is buried deep underground, beyond the...
$150 Oil Incoming?
Oil prices have surged past $150 a barrel as geopolitical tensions intensify, prompting fears of supply disruptions across key exporting regions. The rally is driven by heightened risk premiums, constrained inventories, and expectations of reduced output from conflict‑affected areas. Analysts...
Jim Mellon: U.S. Debt Pile Is a Bigger Risk than Rising Oil Prices
Jim Mellon, executive chairman of Agronomics, told CNBC that the looming U.S. government debt burden poses a greater threat to markets than the recent surge in oil prices caused by the Iran conflict. He described the energy shock as “bad,...
Brent Crude Oil Almost $100 a Barrel, as Three More Cargo Ships Attacked in the Gulf | BBC News
Oil markets surged as Brent crude briefly topped $100 a barrel after three cargo vessels were struck in the Gulf, pushing prices up more than 9% before settling near $97.90. The attacks heightened concerns over shipping security in the Strait...
Jim Mellon: Bullish on the U.K. as We Enter 'Commodities Supercycle'
Jim Mellon, executive chairman of Agronomics, told CNBC he is bullish on the United Kingdom because its equity market is heavily weighted toward energy companies. He argues that soaring oil and gas prices are kicking off a global commodities super‑cycle...
Middle Powers Rethink Roles Amid Global Trade TurbulenceーNHK WORLD-JAPAN NEWS
A geo‑economics expert warns that middle powers such as Japan must prepare for an extended period of disorder in global trade and diplomatic relations. The commentary highlights persistent supply‑chain shocks, shifting alliances, and protectionist trends that could limit growth. It...
No Way to Replace Oil & Gas From Strait of Hormuz: Bruegel
Bruegel’s Ben McWilliams warned that oil and gas flowing through the Strait of Hormuz cannot be readily replaced, underscoring the chokepoint’s strategic importance. The International Energy Agency’s historic release of strategic reserves aims to cushion markets, but Bruegel cautions that...
Analysis: Key Points From China's National People's CongressーNHK WORLD-JAPAN NEWS
Chinese officials concluded a week‑long session of the National People’s Congress, outlining the political and economic agenda for the next five years. The plan prioritises high‑tech self‑sufficiency, fiscal prudence, and social stability while signaling a more assertive foreign policy stance....
MGI Event: Leading Voices Discuss What’s Next for Growth, Wealth, and Debt
McKinsey Global Institute’s new report finds global wealth has surged to $600 trillion, outpacing world GDP and fueled largely by debt accumulation and paper‑based asset gains rather than productivity. The institute hosted a virtual panel, featuring former Fed New York President Bill...
Oil ‘Barrels’ Past $100, Shares Slide, Rates Spike
Oil prices surged past $100 a barrel as the Middle East conflict intensified, prompting global equity markets to tumble. The spike reignited inflation worries, leading central banks worldwide to raise borrowing costs. Despite the price rally, the International Energy Agency...
Thai Cargo Ship Attacked, Iran Warns of Oil At US$200 a Barrel
On March 11, Iranian military forces launched an attack on a Thai‑flagged bulk carrier transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The strike underscores Tehran’s willingness to target commercial shipping amid heightened regional tensions. In the same statement, Iran warned that if...
OIL SURGES As Conflict Continues - Mar 11 - Stock Market LIVE, Live Trading, Stock News
Oil prices surged on March 11 despite the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) release, as escalating geopolitical tensions and strikes in the Strait of Hormuz amplified supply‑chain concerns. Reports indicated mines in Hormuz and officials moving to safe locations, underscoring...
Prepare for Oil at US$200 a Barrel: Iran
Iran’s military spokesperson warned that a regional war could push crude oil to $200 a barrel, citing recent hostilities. The statement followed an Iranian attack on a Thai‑flagged bulk carrier transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The warning underscores Tehran’s leverage...
US Trade Probe and Iran Tensions Add to Global Market Uncertainty
On March 12, 2026, the United States announced a formal trade probe into several of its major trading partners, signaling a potential shift in tariff policy. Simultaneously, escalating geopolitical tensions with Iran have tightened global energy markets, pushing crude oil...
It Was A Bad Day for Merchant Mariners in the Strait of Hormuz | March 11, 2026
On March 11, 2026, three merchant vessels were struck in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf, including a fire‑engulfed ship that forced the crew to abandon and left three mariners missing. All three incidents were linked to unmanned...
John Bolton: 'I Would Not Have Started This War if the Objective Were Not Regime Change' | DW News
John Bolton, former U.S. national security adviser, warned that the ongoing U.S.-Israel military operation against Iran is being pursued without a solid political foundation or a clear case presented to Congress and allies. He argued that President Trump failed to...
Did U.S. Bomb Iran School on Old Intel?
The draft military investigation concludes that a U.S. missile struck an Iranian school, mistakenly identified as a military target, with Israel reportedly involved in the target‑selection process. The report, still classified, marks the first official acknowledgment that the United...
Thinking Long-Term Investing, as Iran Issue Uncertain
Global markets turned cautious as fresh Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz sent oil prices sharply higher and prompted the IEA to authorize a historic 400 million-barrel release from strategic reserves. U.S. equities were choppy: chips and AI winners...
Who Really Gets The Tariff Refunds - Not You - #shorts #tariffs #money
The video explains that tariff refunds are paid to the importer of record, not the consumer who actually paid the higher price at the checkout. It argues that the legal framework treats the importer as the sole party entitled to...
How Markets Are Responding to Trump's War with Iran | FT #shorts
The short FT video examines how financial markets have been interpreting President Donald Trump’s rhetoric surrounding the escalating tensions with Iran. Rather than reacting to on‑the‑ground developments, traders have been pricing in Trump’s personal desire to see the conflict concluded,...
'BLOWING THEM OUT OF THE WATER': Brenberg on What He Wants to Hear Trump Say
U.S. forces say they destroyed 16 Iranian vessels near the Strait of Hormuz as Washington moves to keep the crucial shipping lane open, prompting short-term spikes in oil prices and market volatility. Commentators on the program framed the operation as...
Iran War Briefing: Day 12 with Michael Clarke
Michael Clarke’s day‑12 briefing frames the Middle‑East clash as an increasingly asymmetric war, where Iran exploits geographic and tactical advantages against the superior firepower of the United States and Israel. Over the past 24 hours strikes have rippled across the region...
Biggest Ever Release of Oil Reserve to Avert a Spiralling Crisis | The World with Dominic Waghorn
The World with Dominic Waghorn reported that the United States has authorized the largest-ever drawdown from its strategic petroleum reserve, a move designed to blunt a sharp rise in gasoline prices and avert a broader energy crisis. The release follows a...
Trump Says US Won't Leave Iran Early, Oil Will Come Down
The video features former President Donald Trump asserting that the International Energy Agency has agreed to release a record 400 million barrels of oil from strategic reserves, a move he says will drive down global prices. He frames the release as...
Strait of Hormuz Becomes Battleground After Ship Strikes - What It Means for the Global Economy
The video reports that the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil conduit, has turned into an active combat zone after a Thai‑flagged vessel was struck, prompting immediate concerns for global energy markets. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed responsibility for the attack, and...
IEA to Release Record 400 Million Barrels of Crude Oil to Calm Global Markets | DW News
The International Energy Agency announced that its 32 member nations will collectively unlock a record 400 million barrels of crude from strategic reserves to blunt the price surge triggered by the Iran‑related conflict in the Strait of Hormuz. Germany, Japan and...
Iran Mines vs Global Oil #shorts
The video warns that Iran has moved from stockpiling roughly 6,000 naval mines to actively laying them in the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint that handles about 15 million barrels of crude daily. Reports cited by CNN and U.S. Navy...
Amid War with Iran, Debating the US Dollar as a Safe Haven Currency
Investors are fleeing to dollar‑denominated assets as the war with Iran escalates. The surge follows a turbulent year for the greenback, during which its safe‑haven status has been hotly debated. Analysts, including Atlantic Council’s Lize de Kruijf, warn that coordinated “Sell...
How To Keep Your Money Safe During Economic Uncertainty
The video addresses how investors can protect their wealth amid heightened market volatility driven by geopolitical tensions and slowing U.S. growth. Financial advisors stress the importance of revisiting the time horizon for each goal and matching asset allocations accordingly, rather...
Iran War Update: Conflict Blocks Vital Oil Shipping Route | DW News
DW News reports that the U.S. and Israel’s war on Iran has effectively shut the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint through which roughly one‑fifth of the world’s oil passes, sending crude prices sharply higher. U.S. forces have struck more than...
A World War? Iran War Draws in More than Regional Rivals • FRANCE 24 English
The France 24 debate focused on the rapidly expanding conflict that began with Israel and the United States targeting Iran’s leadership, now spilling into the Strait of Hormuz and jeopardizing the flow of roughly one‑fifth of the world’s petroleum. U.S....
Analysis: Will Emergency Oil Reserve Release Bring Costs Down?
The International Energy Agency announced an unprecedented 400 million‑barrel emergency stockpile release – the largest ever – as the Gulf conflict threatens oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz. The move follows historic releases during the Gulf War, Hurricane Katrina, the 2011...
Trump Speech Live |Donald Trump Threatens To Cut Off Trade With Spain For Its Opposition To Iran War
In a live address, former President Donald Trump warned that the United States could cut off trade with Spain, accusing the European nation of failing to cooperate on the Iran conflict. He singled out Spain’s leadership as “not so good”...
Economic Impact of Fuel Price Hikes Greater than Excise Tax Loss — PCCI
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) urged President Marcos to be granted emergency powers to stabilize oil prices, arguing that the economic fallout from fuel hikes far exceeds the ₱136 billion loss from suspending excise taxes. The chamber...
Citi, StanChart Evacuate Dubai Offices, HSBC Closes Qatar Branches as Fears Grow • FRANCE 24
The video reports a rapid escalation of Iran’s missile and drone campaign across the Gulf, culminating in two unmanned aircraft crashing near Dubai International Airport and prompting multinational banks to shutter or evacuate regional offices. The security shockwave forced Citi,...