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As US stocks hit records, experts see the dollar falling further
As US stocks hit records, experts see the dollar falling further
by  AFP

While the US stock market has fully recovered from a spring rout, the relentless drop in the dollar is prompting currency experts to warn of greater financial market turmoil ahead. According to the ICE US Dollar Index, a basket of seven currencies, the dollar fell 10.7 percent through the end of June, the biggest drop in the first six months of a year since 1973.

World Bank's IFC ramps up investment amid global uncertainty
World Bank's IFC ramps up investment amid global uncertainty
by  AFP

While the world economy faces instability from US President Donald Trump's threats of a global trade war, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) is dramatically ramping up its investment activities. The Washington-based IFC -- the World Bank's private sector arm -- mobilizes private capital and provides financing to support businesses across emerging economies.

Trump wins major victory as flagship bill passes Congress
Trump wins major victory as flagship bill passes Congress
by  AFP

US President Donald Trump on Thursday secured a major political victory when Congress narrowly passed his flagship tax and spending bill, cementing his radical second-term agenda and boosting funds for his anti-immigration drive.

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