Global markets monitor inflation and economic policy as the tech industry navigates AI expansion and regulatory scrutiny.

U.S. stock futures remain stable as investors await further guidance from the Federal Reserve regarding future interest rate adjustments.

New research indicates that worker wage growth continues to lag behind inflation, echoing the economic disparities observed during the 2021-2022 price spikes.

Retail giants Walmart and Target are preparing to release earnings reports, which analysts expect will provide critical insight into the current health and resilience of the American consumer.

Stripe is reportedly planning a multibillion-dollar acquisition of the AI gateway startup OpenRouter, signaling ongoing consolidation within the artificial intelligence sector.

Chinese AI firm Zhipu has unveiled its GLM-5.3 flagship model, claiming it outperformed competitors in cybersecurity, while semiconductor manufacturer SMIC faces surging demand for AI-related chips.

Policymakers in the United States are increasingly debating how to ensure that the economic profits generated by massive AI data centers are distributed more equitably beyond just tech giants.

The U.S. and Canada are actively negotiating to avoid a 50 percent tariff threat, highlighting ongoing tensions in North American trade relations.

The sports industry continues to see record-breaking valuations, exemplified by the recent sale of the Los Angeles Lakers at a historic $12.5 billion price point.

Oil prices remain stagnant due to shifting global energy consumption patterns, reflecting a broader structural decline in demand for crude compared to previous years.