Trade

Iran signals 'strategic desperation,' as regime attacks it own economic lifeline in UAE - interview

Beyond its role as a major trading partner, the UAE serves as one of Iran’s principal sanctions-evasion hubs.

A yacht sails past a plume of smoke rising from the port of Jebel Ali following a reported Iranian strike in Dubai on March 1, 2026.
"The transition from spot to CFDs changes how traders think about markets, not just how they execute."

Why more crypto traders are switching from spot to CFDs in 2026

During an archaeological survey, researchers from the Maritime Encounters, University of Gothenburg, identified six previously unregistered Bronze Age mines in Spain, May 23, 2026.

Six previously unknown Bronze Age mines found in Spain, some 150 more remain ‘undiscovered’

Iraqi forces and Kurdish Peshmerga fighters gather during an intensive security deployment after Islamic State militants took it over the previous day in Luhaiban village in Kirkuk, Iraq December 6, 2021.

Iraq’s 1,200-km. trade route could redraw the Middle East - analysis


Trump’s tariff defeat creates a new wave of uncertainty for businesses and exporters

Trump’s tariff defeat in the US Supreme Court sparks relief for some but opens the door to more uncertainty in global trade relations. What’s next for businesses and tariffs?

 US President Donald Trump gives remarks on tariffs at the White House.

AI forex automation is transforming trade execution speed

Quicker trades, sharper decisions and a market that never stops moving: AI is quietly rewriting the rules for forex trading across Israel and the Middle East. And speed is the real game-changer here.

AI forex automation is transforming trade execution speed.

US withdraws newly updated list of firms allegedly aiding China's military

Though the list does not formally impose sanctions on Chinese firms, under a new law, the Pentagon will be prevented in the coming years from contracting and procuring from companies on the list.

An Alibaba logo is displayed at the company's booth at China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) in Beijing, China, September 10, 2025.

Australia charges two Chinese nationals with foreign interference, spying on Buddhist group

This marks the second such incident of Chinese nationals being charged under Australia's foreign interference laws, with Australian officials noting the growing issue of foreign espionage.

A general view of the Chinese embassy building in Canberra on February 11, 2026.

Trump threatens to bar new US-Canada bridge from opening, demands talks with Ottawa

The mostly Canada-funded bridge is set to connect Michigan and Ontario and would provide $12.7 million annual savings for travelers crossing the border.

 A visual illustration shows US President Donald Trump in front of the Toronto skyline.

Somaliland moves toward Israel trade pact, signals access to lithium and minerals

Following Israeli recognition, Somaliland is seeking a trade and investment deal and has signaled willingness to offer access to key mineral resources.

The flag of Somaliland is seen during a campaign rally of the main opposition party Waddani in Hargeisa on November 8, 2024, ahead of the 2024 Somaliland presidential election.

Earnings reports: What’s been and what’s next

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Iranian rial reaches record low value, trading at over 1.5m IRR per USD

The Iranian rial fell to a record low of about 1.52 million per dollar on the unofficial market, deepening economic turmoil as nationwide protests continue and confidence in the regime weakens.

Iranian Rial banknotes over a backdrop of the Iranian flag; illustration.

Chevron and partners approve Leviathan expansion to boost Israel gas output

The Final Investment Decision aims to increase capacity to approximately 21 BCM annually through new wells and platform upgrades.

Jack Baker, managing director of Chevron’s Eastern Mediterranean region.

United States renews 2004 free trade agreement with Israel for 2026

The 2004 Agreement specifies the quantities of specific Israeli agricultural products that may be imported into the US duty-free, including various dairy products and peanuts. 

US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025.