Wall Street futures slide as Middle East strikes fuel fresh inflation and rate fears

Wall Street futures slide as Middle East strikes fuel fresh inflation and rate fears

Wall Street was heading for a cautious start on Monday as renewed military attacks between the United States and Iran pushed oil prices higher and revived concerns about inflation. The rise in energy prices comes at an uncomfortable time for investors. Markets are already preparing for a more uncertain interest-rate outlook, with traders increasingly concerned […]

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AI adoption powers china’s industrial profits as the economy enters a critical transition

AI adoption powers china’s industrial profits as the economy enters a critical transition

China’s industrial sector is getting a powerful boost from artificial intelligence, with growing demand for computing power, chips and other technology-related products helping businesses deliver strong profit growth during the first seven months of the year. According to data released by China’s National Bureau of Statistics, profits at major industrial enterprises reached 4.58 trillion yuan, […]

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Term insurance for diabetics: what changes in underwriting

Term insurance for diabetics: what changes in underwriting

A diabetes diagnosis can bring more questions than just how to manage blood sugar. For many people, one of the biggest concerns is whether they can still secure life insurance for themselves and their families. The good news is that having diabetes does not automatically mean you cannot buy term insurance. However, your application may […]

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India and GCC Revisit Free Trade Deal as Trade, Investment and Regional Ties Take Centre Stage

India and GCC Revisit Free Trade Deal as Trade, Investment and Regional Ties Take Centre Stage

India and the Gulf Cooperation Council are taking another important step toward deepening their economic relationship, with both sides reviewing progress on a proposed free trade agreement and discussing ways to expand cooperation. The latest discussions took place in Riyadh, where India’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Vipul, met GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. The […]

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Malaysia's international students contribute rm20 billion annually to the economy, emgs says

Malaysia’s international students contribute rm20 billion annually to the economy, emgs says

Malaysia’s international education sector is becoming more than a pathway for global students to earn a qualification. It is also making a significant contribution to the country’s economy, supporting universities, local businesses and communities along the way. Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) chief executive officer Novie Tajuddin said Malaysia’s approximately 167,000 international students currently contribute […]

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