Who holds U.S. debt? Top foreign holders of U.S. Treasuries in 2026

Who holds U.S. debt? Top foreign holders of U.S. Treasuries in 2026

As the U.S. national debt approaches $39 trillion, foreign investors play a key role…. though ownership is concentrated among a few countries.

Governments and energy companies move quickly to shield global oil supplies

Governments and energy companies move quickly to shield global oil supplies

Governments and energy producers are racing to protect global oil flows as risks rise around the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran war oil prices: Brent Crude rises as Strait of Hormuz supply threatens global markets

Iran war oil prices: Brent Crude rises as Strait of Hormuz supply threatens global markets

Oil prices surged after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran raised fears of Strait of Hormuz disruption, a chokepoint that carries about 20% of global crude supply.

Why the Strait of Hormuz remains the world’s most critical oil chokepoint

Why the Strait of Hormuz remains the world’s most critical oil chokepoint

Following series were published in June 2025 and is being republished due to the recent shift in geopolitics around the Strait