Asia-Pacific markets show varied performance as Trump dismisses the idea of extending tariff deadlines

Trump’s Tariff Deadline Seen as “Distraction” from Greater Issues: Mizuho Securities Investors are keeping a close eye on President Donald Trump’s tariff deadlines. However, as Vishnu Valasan, a former macro researcher at Mizuho Securities, points out, this focus might be a diversion from more significant geoeconomic threats. In a note released on Wednesday, he mentioned […]
European car stocks rise 2% following White House’s suggestion of extending tariff deadline

American Fund Managers Welcome Decision to Scrap Section 899 The Institute of Investment Companies (ICI), which represents US fund managers and some European entities, has expressed support for the Senate Finance and House Ways and Means Committee’s decision to remove Section 899 from President Trump’s expense bill. Previously, ICI had lobbied against this section, arguing […]
Crime trend of ‘jugging’ targets bank customers, extending from Texas to the Carolinas

Authorities are issuing warnings as concerning trends linked to violent street crimes are surfacing in South Carolina. Surveillance footage has spotlighted a type of robbery commonly referred to as “jugs.” This crime involves criminals observing banks and ATMs, targeting individuals who withdraw substantial sums of money. After the transaction, these assailants typically take their victims […]
Trump states he is willing to consider extending the July trade deal deadline.

Trump Discusses Trade Agreement Deadline On Wednesday, President Donald Trump mentioned he might be open to extending the deadline for a trade agreement with the United States, although he doesn’t see it as necessary. He indicated that in about a week or two, his administration would clarify what constitutes a deal. This statement came before […]
Bessent discusses Trump’s decision on extending tariff deadlines for other nations following progress with China.

The Trump administration may extend the deadline for finalizing a one-on-one trade agreement next month. As the July 8 deadline nears, Representative Don Beyel (D-Va.) questioned Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent about the possibility of granting more time, particularly as numerous nations rush to reach agreements with the White House. “As I’ve said before, we have […]
Trainline stock falls following concerns about extending the London contactless zone.

Trainline, an online ticket retailer, has warned of challenges ahead, including the expansion of London’s contactless travel zone and economic uncertainties that might hinder foreign travel. During early trading on Wednesday, shares of the London-listed company dropped by as much as 8%, even though it reported a significant profit increase up to February 28th. With […]
Oscar Piastri takes victory at the F1 Miami Grand Prix, extending his lead in the championship battle | Formula One

Oscar Piastri’s journey from the starting grid to claiming victory at the Miami Grand Prix highlighted his status as a serious contender for the championship. With a commanding performance, he secured McLaren’s win, reinforcing his position in a competitive title race and making a statement in Florida. Having missed out on the sprint race win […]
Trump considers extending Chevron license in Venezuela, more tariffs: report

President Trump is considering an effort to extend Chevron's license to pump up Venezuela's oil and slap other countries trying to do business in the South American country with fresh tariffs. Trump ordered the US oil giant to step down from his operation in Venezuela earlier this month, but during a White House meeting with […]
Dem mayor blasted for extending sympathy to suspect killed in officer-involved shooting: ‘Lack of leadership’

Milwaukee Democratic mayor Cavalier Johnson said the suspect's death was also a “tragedy” and a “tragedy” leading to criticism from the Milwaukee Police Association, following the shooting involving police officers has been deleted. “My thoughts are [Milwaukee Police] The officer was shot in his duties today, “The original X post stated: “The whole incident, including […]
Milwaukee Forced To Recount 31,000 Votes, ‘Wildly Extending’ Result Times

Milwaukee will need to recount about 31,000 absentee ballots after a “sealing error” may have destabilized the counting process, city spokesman Jeff Fleming said Tuesday night. told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Caroline Reinwald, a spokeswoman for the Milwaukee Board of Elections, said the door on the city's vote-counting machine did not close properly. said Sentinel. […]