January 17, 2026
Khamenei calls Trump a ‘criminal,’ blames him for deadly protests sweeping Iran
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday lashed out at President Donald Trump, labeling him a ‘criminal’ and accusing the U.S. of orchestrating unrest that has erupted into the deadliest protests in decades. ‘The latest anti-Iran sedition was different in that the U.S. President personally became involved,’ Iranian media quoted Khamenei as saying, per Reuters. The […]
January 17, 2026
NATO ambassador says Europe ‘has a tendency to overreact’ over Greenland dispute
In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, U.S. ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker pushed back against growing European backlash over Washington’s focus on Greenland after France announced new military exercises with Denmark, saying Arctic security is a core American defense interest and that Europe ‘has a tendency to overreact.’ Asked whether the dispute reflects […]
January 17, 2026
X faces fresh Japan scrutiny as Grok deepfake concerns spread worldwide
Japan has joined a growing list of countries scrutinising X over Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence service Grok and concerns that the chatbot can be used to create and spread sexualised images of people without their consent. The development adds new pressure on the social media platform as regulators worldwide step up checks on AI tools […]
January 17, 2026
Interactive Brokers to allow clients to add stablecoins to fund accounts
Interactive Brokers on Thursday expanded its crypto-linked services by allowing eligible clients to fund brokerage accounts using stablecoins, a move the firm says will provide faster, round-the-clock access to global markets. The announcement underscores growing efforts by traditional brokerages to match the speed and flexibility offered by crypto-native platforms. The brokerage said it partnered with […]
January 17, 2026
Slimmer passengers, fatter margins: how weight-loss drugs help US airlines
As weight-loss drugs fuel a dramatic shift in American waistlines, Wall Street is eyeing an unexpected beneficiary of the trend: the airline industry. Analysts at Jefferies suggest that the widespread adoption of obesity drugs could lead to significant fuel savings for carriers, as lighter passengers reduce overall aircraft weight and enhance fuel efficiency. With fuel […]
January 17, 2026
Wall Street’s top banks hit record 2025 revenue as deal flow rebounds
Wall Street’s largest banks have closed out 2025 on a high note, delivering record revenues and rising profits as a rebound in dealmaking, buoyant trading activity, and resilient lending helped defy earlier fears of a slowdown. The fourth-quarter earnings season, led by results from Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, underscored a renewed sense of confidence […]
January 17, 2026
Commodity wrap: gold, silver, base metals drop as firm dollar, easing Iran tensions hit sentiments
Gold prices continued to fall on the last day of the week as a stronger dollar and improved risk appetite dented demand for the precious metal. Silver was also in the red as prices fell below the $90-per-ounce mark. Meanwhile, oil prices climbed after falling sharply in the previous session. Investors resorted to lower-level buying […]
January 17, 2026
US stocks open in the green: S&P 500 climbs 0.3%, Nasdaq up 0.5%
US stocks rose on Friday as Wall Street attempted to close out a turbulent week on a positive note, with gains in technology and industrial shares helping lift the major averages despite lingering geopolitical and policy-related concerns. The S&P 500 climbed 0.3%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average added about 100 points, or 0.2%. The […]
January 17, 2026
Tesla stocks slip in red: why investors are booking profits ahead of Q4 earnings
Tesla stock (NASDAQ: TSLA) has fallen into the red on Friday as investors trim positions ahead of the automaker’s Q4 2025 earnings report scheduled for January 28 after market close. The stock has drifted lower this week on profit-taking concerns, driven by a confluence of near-term questions about vehicle volumes, margins, and Tesla’s strategic shift […]
January 17, 2026
Nvidia stock remains stuck: here is why analysts say ‘buy’ anyway
Nvidia stock was modestly higher on Friday, extending gains from the previous session as strong earnings from key supplier Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. reinforced confidence in sustained demand for advanced artificial intelligence chips. Nvidia shares rose 0.4% to $187.25 in early trading, following a 2.1% advance on Thursday. The recent move comes after several months […]
January 17, 2026
Trump’s Greenland ambition: stocks that may face tariff shock in 2026
EU stocks are in focus on Jan. 16 after President Donald Trump signalled plans of slapping tariffs on nations resisting Washington’s push to acquire Greenland. “We need Greenland for national security. So I may do that,” – he told reporters at the White House. Trump’s latest remarks underscore his willingness to wield tariffs — a […]
January 17, 2026
Europe bulletin: France budget deadlock, Red sea shipping risk, Ellison’s UK lobbying
Europe’s political and economic fault lines deepened this week as France delayed its 2026 austerity budget amid parliamentary deadlock. Germany’s VDA warned carmakers against resuming Suez Canal shipments until insurers clarify Red Sea coverage, despite Maersk’s planned January 26 return. Skydance CEO David Ellison lobbied UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy for Warner Bros. bid support, […]
