When will the government shutdown end? That’s the question on everyone’s mind. This week, we also explore China’s gold strategy, unpack Russian oil sanctions, and examine the state of American healthcare. Continue Reading
The US and Australia cut news deals while France and the UK are having a gloomy October. In our Story of the Week, diamonds might not be forever. Continue Reading
Defense contracting is a powerful and profitable industry… but certain times are more profitable than others. Of course, the market knows this, but do they know soon enough? This article explores how the share prices of four prominent U.S. defense contractors have responded to the breakouts of five major conflicts over the last 25 years, trying to make sense of each result.Continue Reading
Proposed NIH budget cuts by the Trump Administration could have devastating effects on not only UC Berkeley’s campus, but on the greater Bay Area economy and the local Berkeley community.Continue Reading
The US government shutdown continues, but despite the gloomy macro, US equity markets hit highs last week. Globally, emerging markets are booming but Nigeria’s CGT poses a risk to capital markets, and Brazil seeks to negotiate its way out of US tariff turbulence. Oh, and Shein is coming to Paris?Continue Reading
While credit markets heat up in the US, stability maintenance is the name of the game in China, the BOJ is weighing an interest rate hike, and IPO fever dominates in Singapore. A deep-dive into Rheinmetall highlights growth target goals for the German defense industry. Continue Reading
Authors: Faith Spalding, Lucy Cox Editors: Faith Spalding, Lucy Cox Intro: Welcome to the Weekly BluRB, a newsletter catered to students and professionals seeking the latest news and insights on global markets. Get prepared for the week by reading four stories circulating around equity markets, macro trends, geopolitics and newContinue Reading
Author: Cindy Xue, Graphics: Yarden Pri-Noy The Japanese Yen is Depreciating A trip to Japan has never been more affordable, but at what cost to Japan’s economy? Reaching an all-time low since 1990, the Japanese Yen has become incredibly weak against the US dollar. Travelers flock to Japan to shopContinue Reading
Author: Simona Itkin, Graphics: Cindy Chen Music festivals are more than just entertainment – they’re economic powerhouses that drive local growth while generating lasting social connections. From job creation to cultural exchange, these events leave a deep impact that extends far beyond the music, making them vital to the communitiesContinue Reading
Pain Authors: Andrés Larios, Faith Spalding Editors: Andrés Larios, Faith Spalding Intro: Welcome to the Weekly BluRB, a newsletter catered to students and professionals seeking the latest news and insights on global markets. Get prepared for the week by reading four stories circulating around equity markets, macro trends, geopolitics andContinue Reading