March 2026 - Page 3 of 14

Spain Economy Grows Up to 0.6% in Q1, Outlook Slightly Trimmed

The Bank of Spain estimates Spain’s economy expanded between 0.5% and 0.6% in the first quarter, signaling continued resilience. Growth outpaced major euro zone peers, though it marked a slowdown from the

27/03/2026

Economy

Global Equity Funds See $37.8B Inflows on Easing Tensions Hopes

Global equity funds recorded their largest weekly inflow in over two months, supported by improved investor sentiment and reduced fears of energy market disruption. Data from LSEG Lipper showed investors added $37.77

27/03/2026

Economy

Markets Muted as Trump Delay Fails to Spark Strong Rally

Global markets showed a muted response after U.S. President Donald Trump delayed planned actions, easing immediate investor concerns. The Nasdaq entered correction territory, while the announcement offered only limited relief across equities,

27/03/2026

Economy

Pernod Ricard–Brown-Forman Talks Face Family Control Test

A potential tie-up between Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman could reshape the spirits industry, but would test the influence of the powerful Ricard and Brown families. Shares in Pernod Ricard rose 3% Friday

27/03/2026

Finance

SoftBank Secures $40B Loan to Accelerate OpenAI Expansion

SoftBank Group has secured a $40 billion bridge loan, reinforcing its commitment to artificial intelligence investments and supporting its growing partnership with OpenAI. The Japanese conglomerate confirmed the funding will be used

27/03/2026

Finance

Apple Expands U.S. Manufacturing With $400M Investment

Apple announced it will invest $400 million through 2030 to expand its American Manufacturing Program and strengthen domestic production capabilities. The initiative adds partners including Bosch, Cirrus Logic, TDK, and Qnity Electronics.

26/03/2026

Technology

Gold Drops Over 2% as Rate Cut Expectations Fade

Gold prices fell sharply, dropping more than 2% as rising oil prices fueled inflation concerns and reduced expectations for U.S. interest rate cuts. Spot gold declined 1.4% to $4,441.21 per ounce, while

26/03/2026

Finance

European Payments Push Gains Momentum as Sovereignty Concerns Rise

The European Payments Initiative is seeing growing interest as concerns over reliance on U.S. financial infrastructure drive demand for European payment alternatives. CEO Martina Weimert said shifting geopolitical dynamics and policy uncertainty

26/03/2026

Finance

OECD Cuts Global Growth Outlook, Warns of Rising Inflation Risks

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development warned that escalating Middle East tensions have derailed a stronger global growth trajectory, while inflation risks intensify. The Paris-based institution said the global economy had

26/03/2026

Finance

Europe Retailers Warn of Price Surge and Demand Slowdown

European retailers caution that a prolonged Middle East crisis could trigger price increases and weaken consumer demand across sectors, from fashion to grocery chains. The warning reflects growing concern as energy costs

26/03/2026

Economy