Economy

Coinbase leads crypto stocks higher after Trump signals support for digital asset market structure bill

Coinbase jumped 12% on Wednesday following President Trump's latest call to help pass a law that would enable crypto firms to issue yield-bearing stablecoins.

What are today's mortgage interest rates: March 4, 2026?

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Small investors turn on James Watt after BrewDog co-founder admits ‘many mistakes’

Watt apologises to 200,000-plus ‘equity punks’ who joined crowdfunding rounds but were left empty-handed after cut-price sale

Trump sides with crypto firms in trillion-dollar battle with banks over stablecoin yield

The dispute centers on whether crypto firms like Coinbase can offer yields on stablecoins, which banks warn will siphon trillions of dollars from the industry.

Maritime and port workers: how is the Middle East conflict affecting you?

With shipping routes disrupted and tensions rising across the region we want to hear from maritime workers, sailors and port workers and others working at sea who are affected

U.S. crude oil surge eases after Bessent pledges support for tankers during Iran war

The oil market has calmed after President Donald Trump said the U.S. would insure tankers and provide naval escorts if necessary.

Small business owners: tell us how Trump’s tariff war has affected you

Trump’s sweeping tariffs have left many businesses facing higher costs and uncertainty. We want to hear how smaller companies are navigating the fallout

Trump’s new tariffs may boost his ego – but they’ll damage the economy

The US president’s plan will hurt consumers, companies and the stock market, as well as relations with other countries

Workers at top 20 US low-wage firms rely on public assistance, report says

Exclusive: study finds workers at 20 S&P 500 firms rely on Medicaid and Snap as CEO pay and buybacks soar

Bessent says global 15% tariff starts this week, predicts Trump duties will return to old levels later this year

The Supreme Court last month ruled that President Donald Trump's sweeping global tariffs are not authorized under the law known as IEEPA.

Sportswear giant Adidas drops 8% after profit guidance disappoints

Adidas shares have fallen about 43% over the past year as investors remain skeptical about the growth prospects of the global sportswear industry.

New Conflict In Iran Sends Gold, Silver, & Oil Prices Up Worldwide, “During Times Of War & Conflict, This Is What Precious Metals Do!”

Renowned economist Kirk Elliott reveals how he believes big banks are attempting unwind their remaining naked short positions in silver, sending the price down, but not for long!