US Debt Surge has emerged as a major economic and political concern after new data revealed that the United States added approximately $696 billion to its national debt in just four months. The sharp rise highlights intensifying fiscal pressures driven by persistent government spending, rising interest costs, and ongoing budget deficits that continue to strain…
Kroger new CEO Greg Foran officially took over leadership of The Kroger Co. on February 9, 2026, marking a major shift for the largest standalone grocery retailer in the United States. Foran — best known for his successful turnaround of Walmart’s U.S. business and his recent tenure as CEO of Air New Zealand — steps…
Bahama Breeze Closure – Bahama Breeze, the Caribbean-themed dining chain, has announced that it will shut down all of its remaining locations across the United States. The parent company, Darden Restaurants, has cited corporate restructuring and a need to optimize its portfolio as the primary reasons for the decision. This closure marks the end of…
The US critical minerals stockpile is set to become a central pillar of American economic and national security strategy, as President Donald Trump prepares to launch a $12 billion programme aimed at reducing dependence on China for essential raw materials. The move reflects growing concerns over global supply chain vulnerabilities, geopolitical tensions, and the strategic…
Aluminum Corporation of China retail investors have emerged as a powerful force behind the company’s stock momentum, with individual investors now holding nearly half of the state-owned giant’s outstanding shares. The surge in retail participation highlights growing confidence in China’s industrial backbone, even as global commodity markets face uneven demand, pricing pressures, and geopolitical uncertainty….
India economic growth outlook – A fresh business survey ahead of the Union Budget 2026 shows that India’s economic growth outlook remains broadly optimistic, with robust domestic consumption and political stability underpinning confidence among business leaders and professionals. However, rising concerns about job creation, geopolitical risks and ongoing global uncertainties highlight the nuanced challenges the…
AI jobs Davos emerged as one of the most closely watched themes at this year’s World Economic Forum, as global business leaders pushed back against fears that artificial intelligence will lead to widespread unemployment, instead predicting a net increase in jobs over the coming years. Speaking at the annual gathering of political and corporate elites…
The long-running standoff between Washington and Beijing over TikTok has reached a defining moment after the company confirmed it has finalised a deal to split its US operations from its global business, allowing the popular short-video app to continue operating in the United States. The TikTok US deal ends years of political uncertainty that threatened…
The Minneapolis business impact immigration enforcement surge has triggered severe economic challenges for local establishments, particularly small and immigrant-owned businesses, as federal immigration actions and community fear drive away workers and customers. Business owners, workers, and community leaders warn that the situation could have long-lasting effects if federal enforcement continues without local relief and policy…
The debate over US acquiring Greenland has erupted into one of the most explosive geopolitical controversies of the year. What once sounded like an outrageous joke has now become an official White House discussion, with military options openly acknowledged as being “on the table.” The revelation has sent shockwaves through Europe, rattled NATO allies, and…
