Asia’s top economies  are most vulnerable to any disruption at the Strait of Hormuz

Asia’s top economies are most vulnerable to any disruption at the Strait of Hormuz

Over a quarter of global seaborne oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz—making Asia’s top economies especially vulnerable to any disruption.

Virginia and Texas Lead U.S. Data Center Growth as AI Demand Surges

Virginia and Texas Lead U.S. Data Center Growth as AI Demand Surges

Northern Virginia and Texas have emerged as the core hubs of America’s data center boom. As demand for artificial intelligence and cloud services accelerates, data centers are becoming critical infrastructure — and a major new source of energy demand.

Why the U.S. trade deficit remains large despite tariffs and reshoring

Why the U.S. trade deficit remains large despite tariffs and reshoring

The deficit has eased from its 2022 peak, yet imports still far exceed exports as strong consumer demand, a strong dollar, and supply chain shifts sustain a record-era trade gap.

Trump threatens 10% tariffs on eight NATO allies amid Greenland dispute

Trump threatens 10% tariffs on eight NATO allies amid Greenland dispute

President Donald Trump said the U.S. will impose a 10% tariff on imports from eight European countries starting February 1, tying the move to opposition over Greenland.