Forecasting the world in 2026
FT writers’ predictions for the new year, from the likelihood of higher Trump tariffs to the future of interest rates and the arrival of humanoid helpers...
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FT writers’ predictions for the new year, from the likelihood of higher Trump tariffs to the future of interest rates and the arrival of humanoid helpers...
The American economy is tipping away from low-wage workers once again. PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images The K-shaped economy has returned, with gaps widening between high and low-income American...
Women, seeking muscle gains and weight loss, are driving innovation in the protein snack segment. Mohammed Saad/Anadolu via Getty Images Women, seeking muscle gains and weight loss, are increasing the...
A $400,000 lobster shipment was stolen en route to Costco stores in Illinois and Minnesota. LAUREN OWENS LAMBERT/REUTERS A $400,000 lobster shipment was stolen en route to Costco stores in Illinois an...
📋 Key Facts ✓ Asia-Pacific markets climbed on Monday. ✓ Investors are assessing China's benchmark lending rate decision. ...
Bitcoin has slipped from highs near $94,000 as selling pressure returned, exposing the rally’s thin leverage despite improving liquidity....
The modular PC company Framework is adjusting the price of its DDR5 RAM modules once again as the cost of memory continues to surge. In an update on Wednesday , Framework said it will charge $10 per G...
History shows XMR has repeatedly failed near record highs, risking another sharp pullback unless it decisively breaks above $500–$520....
With debt at record highs and new loans approved, Uganda faces growing pressure. Economists warn the strategy may backfire on future growth....
Bitcoin whales emerged from their slumber in 2025, some after a decade or more, moving billions and cashing in as BTC surged to new highs....
Standard Oil founder John D. Rockefeller has long been considered the wealthiest man in America's history. NY Daily News Archive via Getty Images America has more billionaires than ever, led by Elon M...
The United Nations forecast global economic growth of 2.7% this year, down from last year’s estimate, citing higher US tariffs, policy uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. UN economists see growth r...
Tim Cook made slightly less in 2025 than he did in 2024. Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images Apple CEO Tim Cook earned $74.3 million in total compensation for fiscal year 2025. The tech gi...
Kiana Mei started her business at the age of 15 in high school. Now, she's fully committed to life as a young entrepreneur. Aditi Bharade Kiana Mei was 15 when she started her business, selling origam...
Lockheed Martin said it plans to boost production of Patriot missile interceptors. US Army photo by Sgt. JaDarius Duncan Lockheed Martin said it plans to boost annual production of Patriot missile int...
Buyers are attempting to defend the near-term support in Bitcoin and select major altcoins, but the bears have not given up and continue to exert pressure near the intraday range highs....
Barnes & Noble is among the retailers reportedly opening more stores in 2026. Al Drago/Getty Images Retailers such as Dollar General and Nordstrom Rack plan major store expansions in the US in 2026. S...
It was another year of high-conviction bets — and fast reversals....
📋 Key Facts ✓ Bitcoin is seeing new warnings of a price breakdown near $90,000. ✓ Gold and silver have achieved new all-time highs. ...
Board warns offer is risky, citing the high amount of debt financing...