India's agriculture sector has seen significant growth over 12 years due to increased investment, record foodgrain production, and improved farmer support, boosting GVA and farmer income.
Rains in Iraqi Kurdistan have filled dams and ended drought, boosting crop yields. While beneficial for many, some areas saw crops submerged. Farmers face challenges with government wheat purchases and electricity costs for rice cultivation.
Treasury yields remained flat despite a faster-than-expected inflation print and ongoing Middle East conflict. Investors await producer price index data, while oil prices dipped amid regional tensions.
Eurozone bond yields edged up on Thursday as investors awaited oil price movements and escalating Middle East tensions, ahead of the European Central Bank's monetary policy decision. Markets widely expect a 25 basis point rate hike.
Eurozone bond yields edged up on Thursday, nearing recent highs as investors awaited oil price movements and escalating Middle East tensions ahead of the European Central Bank's monetary policy decision. Markets widely expect a 25 basis point rate hike.
China's East-West cooperation initiative has seen significant progress in rural revitalization, with 16,000 officials exchanged and over 120,000 teachers and doctors sent to the west. Over 6,500 schools and hospitals in the east are partnering with more than 7,700 institutions in the west, facilitating the transfer of quality educational and medical resources.
Genetically modified cotton shows 23.8% yield increase and improved resistance to Verticillium wilt, a devastating fungal disease.
Bitcoin's correlation with the S&P 500 has broken down, with BTC in a major drawdown while the S&P 500 hits record highs. This divergence questions the sustainability of ETF-driven demand for Bitcoin, forcing it to compete for liquidity with AI-linked stocks and mega-IPOs.
The Nikkei index dropped 1.36% on Thursday, its biggest fall in three weeks, as investors sold AI and chip stocks after Broadcom's weak revenue forecast. Renewed US-Iran tensions also hit investor sentiment. Meanwhile, Japanese bond yields rose on inflation fears and expectations of a Bank of Japan rate hike.
South Korean Treasury yields surged on May 4th due to heightened Middle East tensions and concerns about potential consecutive interest rate hikes by the Bank of Korea in July and August. The 10-year yield reached its highest since November 2023.
Crypto and U.S. stocks declined Wednesday as renewed Middle East conflict pushed Brent crude to a 12-day high of $96/barrel. Rising energy costs sent the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield to 4.5%, signaling inflation concerns.
Coinbase is reportedly exploring a loophole in the CLARITY Act, which aims to ban passive interest on stablecoins. By integrating with Ethena, a synthetic dollar protocol, Coinbase could offer activity-based rewards, potentially bypassing regulations and frustrating traditional banks.
US Treasury yields climbed Wednesday, with the 10-year note at 4.491%, following a stronger-than-expected ADP jobs report and rising oil prices. May private payrolls increased by 122,000, exceeding economist forecasts.
US Treasury yields edged higher on Wednesday, with the 10-year note at 4.4768%, as traders await economic data and Middle East events impact market sentiment. Energy prices also ticked up.
A Taiwanese woman's investment of two lots of TSMC shares in 1999, purchased at NT$133 each, has grown to over NT$12 million after 27 years, including stock dividends, demonstrating the power of long-term holding.
A new mathematical model from researchers at the University of Wyoming, Stanford, and CU-Boulder suggests optimal ambition lies above average but finite, warning against perfectionism and comparing oneself to highly successful individuals.
An 18th-century shipwreck discovered off the coast of Norway contains remarkably preserved cargo, including Chinese porcelain, chandeliers, glass, textiles, and provisions like tea and herbs. The find, described as a "time capsule," is considered the best-preserved of its kind found in Northern Europe. Initial findings will be presented at the Norwegian Maritime Museum in Oslo in June.
South Korean Treasury bond yields initially rose following the release of inflation data but reversed course to close lower. The 3-year yield fell 1.7bp to 3.773%, and the 10-year yield dropped 3.9bp to 4.135%. Market sentiment shifted as inflation concerns eased, supported by significant foreign buying of futures.
U.S. Treasury yields declined Tuesday, influenced by global trends and a reported ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel, boosting investor sentiment. Oil prices surged Monday following reports of stalled Iran-U.S. talks and potential Strait of Hormuz closure.
Gold prices saw a slight increase, supported by falling US Treasury yields and a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Investors await details on US-Iran peace talks amidst conflicting reports.
APEC trade ministers met in Suzhou, China, agreeing on a joint statement and a roadmap for services trade. The 'Suzhou Statement' and 'Roadmap' aim to boost innovation, competitiveness, and resilience in the Asia-Pacific services sector amidst global economic challenges.
Treasury yields climbed Monday as U.S.-Iran tensions escalated, with Iran reportedly halting talks and threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices surged, and former Fed chair Jerome Powell warned against political interference with interest rates.
Renewed Middle East tensions, including Israeli attacks on Lebanon and Iran's threats to close the Strait of Hormuz, are driving up government bond yields across Europe. The Italian BTP 10-year bond saw a significant increase.
U.S. Treasury yields remained largely unchanged Monday despite renewed U.S.-Iran military strikes. Oil prices surged as tensions near the Strait of Hormuz escalated. Investors await manufacturing data and a warning from former Fed chair Jerome Powell on political interference.
