Economy

Liberal policies don’t work even when rebranded as 'conservative'

This essay is part of The Right Way Forward, Restoring America’s new think tank debate series in which leading conservative institutions argue the defining questions of the post-Trump era. Read about the series here.

‘The haters will hate’: Dan Ives predicts Nasdaq 30,000 as AI rally expands

A solid tech earnings season has seen investor jitters earlier this year evaporate

Why AI demand is pushing data centers to the edge of Europe

Investment in data centers is surging. After more than $61 billion in deals in 2025, the sector is expected to require nearly $7 trillion by 2030 to meet rising AI demand. In Europe, data centers are moving away from saturated hubs toward accessible and renewable-powered grids, located on the edges of the continent. That shift is creating winners across infrastructure and utilities, while raising risks around prices, local strain, climate, security and sovereignty.

3 Ways the Pros Are Trading Markets Right Now, Including a Goldman Strategist on What's Next for Kospi

U.S. futures unchanged amid Iran talks as strategists highlight emerging markets, Korea stocks and non-AI plays in the U.K.

Gas prices: Slight decreases at the pumps to begin the week

The national average price for a gallon of regular gas slightly dropped on Monday to $4.52. While this is still significantly higher than a month ago, a week ago, and earlier this year, it is lower than over the weekend, such as on Sunday, when gas prices were $4.522 per gallon.

Lula’s attack on American tech deserves a response

President Donald Trump had a good White House meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva this week. Now he should press to end Brazil’s discrimination against American tech companies.

Treasury yields move higher as Middle East peace talks falter

Treasury yields rose Monday as traders reacted to the latest developments in the Middle East conflict.

European markets end higher as Iran's peace talks stall, defense stocks slide

European stocks closed higher on Monday as investors digested the latest in U.S.-Iran peace negotiations.

Singapore flags weaker tourism spending as global travel industry faces uncertainty

Singapore expects tourism spending to ease from last year’s record, even as visitor arrivals continue to rise.

Modi says Iran war poses severe risks to India, urges cuts in fuel use and gold purchases

Modi appealed to Indians to cut fuel use, overseas travel and gold purchases as the Middle East conflict exposes India’s heavy reliance on imported energy.

Brent oil tops $104 after Trump says ceasefire with Iran is on 'life support'

Oil prices jumped on Monday after Israel warned that the conflict with Iran was still ongoing.

Here are the 2 big things we're watching in the stock market in the week ahead

Qnity Electronics reports earnings, and April inflation data is due out.