Oil Prices Slip and Stocks Gain as Investors Eye Possible Path to Peace
Investors saw a possible path to peace, with the United States and Iran trading proposals for Iran to suspend nuclear activity.
New Rules Hinder Foreign Firms From Moving Supply Chains From China
Multinationals in China are concerned that the regulations could allow authorities to penalize companies and executives for shifting supply chains away from the country.
What’s Driving the Wartime Stock Rebound
The S&P 500 has recouped all its losses since the Middle East war started on Feb. 28, as a bullish “vibe shift” takes hold among some investors.
Trump’s Latest Oil Blockade Brings Bigger Economic Risks
Oil markets shrugged it off, but the effort to hurt Iran could provoke retaliation that inflicts more damage on energy assets and the global economy.
Detroit Aims to Become Center of U.S. Drone Manufacturing
The state, known for making cars, is spending millions to entice drone manufacturers that can bring new business to auto suppliers.
Netflix Leader Makes Rare Overture to Cinema Owners
Ted Sarandos attended a major movie theater conference for the first time and met with domestic and international owners, people familiar with the meetings said.
Two Iran-linked Ships Passed Through Strait of Hormuz Ahead of U.S. Blockade
The vessels exited the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, hours before a U.S. naval blockade took effect.
Shipping Companies Remain Reluctant to Sail Through Strait of Hormuz
The United States said it has started to block vessels doing business with Iran from the strait. Details on how that would work are unclear.
Goldman Sachs Earnings Show Effects of Iran War
It will be a tricky earnings season, as the investment banking giant became the first to show on Monday.
Trump Administration’s Temporary Reprieve on Russian Oil Expires
A sanctions waiver aimed at keeping global oil prices down had allowed Moscow to sell oil currently at sea.
How Iran, Suffering Under Sanctions, Diversified Its Economy
As the nation contended with high inflation, high unemployment and unrest before the war, it became more than just an oil exporter.
Judge Dismisses Trump’s Suit Over WSJ Report on Birthday Card to Epstein
The judge said President Trump had not “plausibly alleged” that The Journal published the article with actual malice.
Iran Blockade Sets Up a Test of Which Side Can Endure More Pain
President Trump is trying to choke off the country’s lifeline with a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. But the Iranians are betting that his tolerance for political pain is limited.
Hollywood Heavyweights Sign Letter Opposing Paramount’s Deal for Warner Bros.
The letter warns that the deal will result in fewer jobs for creatives, along with higher costs and less choice for audiences.
The Economist Is Putting Names (and Faces) to Its Magazine
Nameless no more, writers for The Economist are mixing it up on video from its studio in London.
Investors Brace for a New Hormuz Blockade Threat
President Trump’s plan to bar ships from entering or leaving Iranian ports has put markets on edge and added to global economic uncertainty.
The Battle Over Refreshers Heats Up as McDonald’s Enters the Mix
The fast-food giant will add fruit-flavored drinks to its menus next month as chains like Dunkin’ and Starbucks sell more cold drinks than hot ones.
Oil Prices Surge Above $100 After Peace Talks Fail and Trump Threatens Blockade
Oil prices surged as markets reopened following news that U.S. peace talks with Iran had ended without a deal.
China’s Electrostate Is Poised to Win From War in the Middle East
A cluster of Chinese firms is poised to win big from the energy crisis set off by the war in the Middle East, building on booming investment in artificial intelligence.
Elon Musk, Who Owns X, Appears to Post on TikTok
A verified account with the @elonmusk handle also recently showed up on Instagram, as the billionaire prepares to take his rocket company SpaceX public.