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Mark Carney says Canada’s US ties have become a weakness
InternationalMark Carney says Canada's US ties have become a weaknessBy Reuters -Apr 20, 2026CALGARY: Canada’s close ties to the United States were once a strength but have become a weakness, Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Sunday in a video message to his country, in which he also praised the heroism of military leaders who fought against a U.S. invasion more than two centuries ago. Holding up a small toy soldier depiction of General Isaac Brock, the British military leader who died d...
Taiwan Weighs US Dollar Dividend Payouts for Listed Companies
Taiwan is weighing a proposal to permit listed companies to distribute dividends in US dollars, a change from the rule requiring payouts in the local currency, according to people familiar with the matter.
Randeep Hooda’s wife Lin Laishram shares heartwarming glimpses of daughter Nyomica
Lin Laishram, wife of Randeep Hooda, shared a series of photos on social media, captioning the post 'life lately.'
Strait of Hormuz crisis returns: Oil prices climb 6% on fresh conflict fears
Strait of Hormuz crisis returns Oil prices climb on fresh conflict fears
IMD issues 5-day heatwave alert for over 30 UP districts; list of affected areas
Eight cities in UP ranked among the top 30 hottest places in the country, with Prayagraj topping the state charts at 44.6°C.
Hormuz Standoff Keeps Markets on Edge | The Asia Trade 4/20/2026
"Bloomberg: The Asia Trade" brings you everything you need to know to get ahead as the trading day begins in Asia. Bloomberg TV is live from Tokyo and Sydney with Shery Ahn and Avril Hong, getting insight and analysis from newsmakers and industry leaders on the biggest stories shaping global markets. (Source: Bloomberg)
Gold falls Rs 1,700, silver down nearly Rs 5,000: Why are prices falling today?
Gold falls Rs silver down nearly Rs Why are prices falling today
Asia-Pacific outlook dims as Middle East tensions fuel inflation, warns UN
Despite mounting global headwinds, Asia-Pacific developing economies’ growth is projected to slow to 4.0% in 2026 from 4.6% in 2025, while inflation is expected to rise to 4.6% from 3.5%, though the region remains the fastest-growing among developing economies globally. The 2026 edition of the Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific, published by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, noted that surging energy and food prices alongside weake...
Govt signs IFC deal to roll out smart metres for 10 million power consumers
The Power Division and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) on Monday signed a Transaction Advisory Services agreement aimed at modernising Pakistan’s electricity distribution system through large-scale smart metering, PTV reported. Under the plan, around 10 million electricity consumers across the country will be equipped with smart metres. Officials said the initiative is expected to attract both local and foreign investment and support the transition toward a digital power syste...
Sensex opens nearly 200 points lower, Nifty below 24,300; ICICI bank up 1%
Sensex opens nearly points lower Nifty below ICICI bank up
Stock market today: Nifty50 opens below 24,300; Sensex down over 200 points
Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty opened in red on Monday on weak global cues as the closure of Strait of Hormuz led to an increase in oil prices. While Nifty50 went below 24,300, BSE Sensex dropped over 200 points.
Oil jumps, stocks wobble as US-Iran ceasefire hangs in the balance
BusinessInternationalOil jumps, stocks wobble as US-Iran ceasefire hangs in the balanceBy Reuters -Apr 20, 2026Oil prices jumped and stock futures fell on Monday as rising tension in the Middle East kept shipping in and out of the Gulf to a minimum, though traders held out hope for a resolution and Asia’s stock markets breezed toward record highs. Brent crude futures rose about 5% to $95.16 a barrel. S&P 500 futures fell around 0.6% and European futures fell 1.1%. But equity benchmarks in...
No relief for consumers? Memory shortage may not normalise till 2027
No relief for consumers Memory shortage may not normalise till
After Reds sweep, Twins promoting 2 power arms ahead of Mets series
Fresh off a series sweep at the hands of the Cincinnati Reds, the Minnesota Twins are bringing two hard-throwing left-handed prospects to New York.The Twins plan to promote Kendry Rojas to the big-league roster in time for Tuesday’s series opener at the New York Mets, according to a team source. The Twins will also add left-handed prospect Connor Prielipp to the team’s taxi squad Tuesday, according to multiple team sources.Advertisement
KSE-100 turns negative amid US-Iran tensions, sheds 2,935 points
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a cautious mid-day session on Monday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index turned negative after opening on a mixed note. The index stood at approximately 171,004 points, reflecting a decline of about 2,935 points, or 1.69%, from Friday’s close of 173,939. The index touched an intraday high of 174,524 points and a low of 170,626 points, with trading volume crossing 345 million shares valued at over Rs37 billion. Market sentiment remained mixed to bea...
Sensex, Nifty opening: Will stock markets rise or fall today?
Sensex Nifty opening Will stock markets rise or fall today
بلومبرگ: با مسدود شدن دوباره تنگه هرمز، قیمت گاز طبیعی اروپا افزایش یافت
بلومبرگ گزارش داد با بسته شدن دوباره تنگه هرمز و افزایش نگرانیها درباره اختلال در جریان انرژی خلیج فارس، قیمت گاز طبیعی اروپا ۱۱ درصد رشد کرد و به ۴۳ یورو در هر مگاواتساعت رسید. این افزایش، کاهش قیمتها پس از اعلام بازگشایی تنگه را جبران کرد.
Pope Leo, Vance seek to mend fences after Trump feud
Pope Leo XIV and Vice President Vance on Saturday both said the presumed feud with President Trump was misinterpreted.  “There’s been a certain narrative that has not been accurate in all of its aspects, but because of the political situation created when, on the first day of the trip, the president of the United States…
Oil prices surge 7%; US issues warning as gas tops $4 per gallon amid Hormuz tensions
Oil prices have spiked dramatically as Iran re-imposed a blockade on the vital Strait of Hormuz, sparking global market jitters. Indian tankers faced gunfire, and US forces seized an Iranian vessel, escalating military tensions. Diplomatic efforts are underway in Pakistan, but a ceasefire extension remains uncertain.
How an integrated value chain help gold traders manage risk in fluctuating markets
Gold and silver prices have swung sharply over the past month since the start of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, underlining the intense volatility gripping the precious metals markets. Gold has ranged from $4,100 to $5,400 over the past six weeks with prices settling in the middle of this range while silver has ranged from $61 to $96 with current prices somewhere in the middle. Analysts attribute the recent volatility to fluctuations in the oil market and related inflationary pressure...