Global markets navigate geopolitical tensions and AI infrastructure boom while energy costs rise amid shipping disruptions and policy shifts across major economies.

CMA CGM container ship struck by missile in Hormuz Strait may face scrapping, with CEO citing potential total loss from attack amid escalating maritime security concerns affecting global shipping routes and trade flows.

Indian shares logged fourth consecutive weekly gain after softer-than-expected U.S. jobs report eased inflation and rate-hike concerns, demonstrating emerging market resilience to global monetary policy uncertainty.

India's IIFL Finance raised $300 million through social debt bond issuance in second fundraise within a month, reflecting strong investor demand for emerging market financial services with social impact components.

AI infrastructure stocks have overtaken tech hyperscalers with value creation projected to surge 600% over four years versus 100% for hyperscalers, marking extraordinary sector shift in technology investment landscape according to UBS research.

India's coal-fired power generation surged to near three-year high in June due to extended heatwave and cooling demand, raising questions about energy costs and climate-driven demand volatility for power markets.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visits Turkey to strengthen Pakistan-Türkiye bilateral ties, signaling geopolitical realignment and potential economic partnership opportunities in South Asia and Middle East regions.

Iran crisis creates largest oil supply shock on record by daily production losses, though 1979 Revolution remains biggest cumulative crisis; current geopolitical tensions driving energy market volatility and inflation concerns.

One research firm warns of looming AI disappointment and rising yields presenting major test for U.S. stocks over next 12 months, cautioning against overreliance on tech-dominated market concentration.

Indian PM Modi to visit Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand to bolster regional ties, reflecting strategic pivot toward Indo-Pacific economic partnerships and diplomatic influence expansion.

U.S. stocks have delivered 8.7% annual returns since 1776, providing historical perspective on long-term equity market performance despite near-term volatility and geopolitical headwinds.