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HSBC Names First Chief AI Officer to Accelerate Automation Strategy

HSBC has appointed David Rice as its first-ever Chief AI Officer, reinforcing its commitment to expanding generative AI across global operations. The move highlights the bank’s focus on cost efficiency and digital

23/03/2026

Finance

China Fibreglass Boom Drives New Palladium Demand Outlook

Russia’s Nornickel, the world’s largest palladium producer, forecasts rising demand from China’s fibreglass sector, offsetting expected declines from automotive applications. The company estimates China’s fibreglass industry could consume up to 0.8 million

23/03/2026

Technology

Investors Shift to Cash as Energy Shock Reshapes Markets

Investor optimism faded as markets turned defensive, with capital rotating into cash holdings and energy stocks amid expectations of prolonged economic disruption. The shift signals growing concern over structural changes in energy

23/03/2026

Finance

US Futures Slide as Oil Surge Clouds Rate-Cut Outlook

U.S. stock futures fell Monday as rising oil prices and geopolitical tension weighed on sentiment, forcing investors to reassess interest rate cut expectations. At 04:43 a.m. ET, Dow futures dropped 0.5%, S&P

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Finance

Pound Slides as Rising Yields and Risk Aversion Pressure UK Markets

Sterling weakened Monday as investors shifted toward the U.S. dollar, triggering a broad market selloff and renewed volatility across global assets. The pound fell 0.47% to $1.328, reversing recent gains as traders

23/03/2026

Economy

Finland’s Supermarkets Become Strategic Pillars in National Defense

Finland’s supermarket networks play a critical role in national defense planning, ensuring food supply continuity during crises, including military conflict or large-scale cyber disruptions. Janne Ahtoniemi, risk management head at S Group,

20/03/2026

Economy

UBS U.S. Wealth Outflows Challenge Turnaround Strategy

UBS faces mounting pressure in its U.S. wealth management unit after significant client outflows and adviser departures raised concerns over its turnaround efforts. The bank reported $14.1 billion in net outflows in

20/03/2026

Economy

XPeng Targets Overseas Growth with Mexico EV Launch

Chinese electric vehicle maker XPeng plans to double overseas sales this year, aiming to lift international revenue contribution to 20%. The company will launch its G6 and G9 models in Mexico on

20/03/2026

Technology

Silgan Eyes Gerresheimer Takeover in Potential Cross-Border Deal

U.S. packaging firm Silgan Holdings has expressed interest in acquiring Germany’s medical packaging specialist Gerresheimer, according to sources familiar with the matter. The potential move underscores growing consolidation in the global packaging

20/03/2026

Economy

Wall Street Slips as Middle East Conflict Fuels Rate Uncertainty

Wall Street opened lower Friday as escalating Middle East tensions weighed on sentiment, pushing investors to reassess expectations for Federal Reserve policy moves. The ongoing Iran conflict, now nearing its fourth week,

20/03/2026

Finance