March 2026 - Page 2 of 14

Oil Surges Past $115 as Asia Stocks Slide on Supply Fears

Global oil prices jumped sharply Monday, while Asian equities declined, as escalating tensions heightened concerns over energy supply disruptions and market stability. Brent crude rose over 3% above $115 per barrel, while

30/03/2026

Finance

Lavazza Boosts Sales and Profit Despite High Coffee Costs and Weak Demand

Italian coffee group Lavazza reported higher annual revenue and profit, demonstrating resilience amid surging bean prices and softer global demand. Revenue rose 15.7% to €3.9 billion, supported by strong performance in North

30/03/2026

Finance

Tariffs Reshape U.S. Wine Menus as Import Prices Surge

U.S. restaurants and retailers are revising wine offerings as rising tariffs push up the cost of imported European labels. Operators say traditional menu staples, including champagne and crémant, are being replaced with

30/03/2026

Economy

Sysco to Acquire Jetro Restaurant Depot in $29B Expansion Deal

Sysco has agreed to acquire Jetro Restaurant Depot in a $29 billion deal, aiming to expand its footprint in the price-sensitive independent restaurant segment. The transaction includes debt and will be financed

30/03/2026

Finance

Starcloud Hits $1.1B Valuation as Space-Based AI Race Accelerates

Starcloud has secured $170 million in fresh funding, reaching a $1.1 billion valuation as demand for next-generation AI infrastructure intensifies. The round, led by Benchmark and EQT Ventures, highlights growing investor interest

30/03/2026

AI

Nike’s China Struggles Highlight Execution Gaps Amid Rising Local Competition

Nike’s challenges in China are exposing execution weaknesses as operational missteps collide with intensifying domestic competition and a more cautious consumer environment. Greater China generates about 15% of Nike’s global revenue, making

30/03/2026

Finance

SpaceX IPO Buzz Ignites Ticker Bets and ‘Magnificent Eight’ Talk

Anticipation around SpaceX’s potential IPO is driving intense online speculation, with traders and retail investors fueling a surge in market excitement. The company’s possible listing is already being framed as a landmark

27/03/2026

Technology

US Consumer Sentiment Hits Three-Month Low as Inflation Concerns Rise

U.S. consumer sentiment declined in March, reaching a three-month low as rising energy costs and market volatility weighed on economic confidence. The University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index fell to 53.3, down

27/03/2026

Economy

RBI Caps FX Positions at $100M to Stabilize Rupee Amid Market Volatility

India’s central bank has imposed a $100 million cap on banks’ net rupee foreign exchange positions, tightening oversight to curb currency volatility. The Reserve Bank of India directed authorized dealers to comply

27/03/2026

Economy

Stocks Slide, Oil and Gold Surge as Market Uncertainty Deepens

Global equities declined Friday while oil prices advanced, as persistent geopolitical uncertainty weighed on investor sentiment despite extended diplomatic deadlines. Tehran offered no clear signal of negotiations, while officials reiterated intentions to

27/03/2026

Finance