Economy

Corporate

India AIFs to Hit Rs 455 Lakh Crore by 2030, Outpacing Markets

India's alternative investment funds are set to drive the managed investments industry to Rs 455 lakh crore by March 2030, more than doubling from Rs 212 lakh crore in March 2025, according to a Crisil report. AIFs have consistently beaten public market benchmarks and are projected to grow at 25 percent annually over the next five years.

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US Politics

Mexico, Canada Exempt from New 10% US Tariff, USMCA in Jeopardy

The White House exempted Mexico and Canada from a new 10% tariff on foreign goods announced by President Trump, preserving key USMCA trade benefits. The move follows a Supreme Court ruling that struck down many of Trump's prior tariffs, though the president warned of potential changes to the tripartite trade pact.

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US Politics

Trump Announces 10% Global Tariff Despite Court Ruling

President Donald Trump announced plans to sign an executive order imposing a 10% global tariff on imports, brushing off a recent court decision challenging his trade measures. The new tariff would apply on top of existing duties tied to national security.

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Corporate

South Africa Expects R60bn-R90bn Mining Tax Windfall Over Two Years

South Africa's government stands to gain between R60 billion and R90 billion in extra taxes from mining companies over the 2026/27 and 2027/28 fiscal years, economists predict. The windfall stems from record gold prices hitting $3,431 an ounce in late 2025 and a rebound in platinum group metals.

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Startups

Sygnia CEO Wierzycka launches AI VC fund in South Africa

Sygnia founder and CEO Magda Wierzycka plans to announce a new venture capital fund Tuesday focused on South African AI startups. The fund aims to keep local talent and intellectual property from migrating overseas.

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Markets

Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs, Boosting Retail Stocks

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 Friday that President Trump exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act by imposing sweeping tariffs. Retail and apparel stocks surged immediately after the decision.

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Politik & Recht

US-Höchstrichter kippen Trumps Notfallzölle mit 6:3-Urteil

Das US-Supreme Court hat mit 6 zu 3 Stimmen Präsident Donald Trumps umfassende Zölle für Importe für unrechtmäßig erklärt. Laut Urteil habe Trump die Befugnisse des International Emergency Economic Powers Act von 1977 überschritten.

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Corporate

OSB Group names Santander UK exec Enrique Alvarez Labiano as CEO

OSB Group PLC appointed Enrique Alvarez Labiano, current CEO of Retail and Business Banking at Santander UK, as its new chief executive officer on Friday. The move, subject to regulatory approval, follows a board-led search and sets up Alvarez Labiano to succeed retiring CEO Andy Golding.

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Policy & Law

Trump Pledges Backup Plan After Supreme Court Strikes Down Tariffs

President Donald Trump vowed Friday to press ahead with a backup plan after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled his sweeping tariffs unlawful under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. He said the administration would seek alternative legal grounds to preserve as many duties as possible.

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Policy & Law

Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Emergency Tariffs in 6-3 Ruling

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 Friday that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority under a 1977 emergency law by imposing sweeping tariffs on imports. Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the majority opinion, invoking the major questions doctrine to limit presidential power.

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Policy & Law

Supreme Court Invalidates Trump’s Sweeping Tariffs in 6-3 Ruling

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 on Feb. 20 that President Donald Trump overstepped his authority by imposing broad tariffs under a 1977 emergency powers law. Chief Justice John Roberts wrote that the president needs explicit congressional approval for such measures.

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Conflictos y Seguridad

IPOB rechaza comparar a Nnamdi Kanu con Sunday Igboho

El Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) calificó de engañosas las comparaciones entre su líder detenido Nnamdi Kanu y el activista yoruba Sunday Igboho. El secretario de medios del grupo, Comrade Emma Powerful, emitió el comunicado el 18 de febrero de 2026.

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Märkte

Dow Jones, S&P 500 und Nasdaq starten höher vor Fed-Protokoll

Die Dow-Jones-Industrie-Indizes starteten mit 0,08 Prozent auf 49.571,92 Punkte höher. Anleger legten Bedenken zu KI-Hype beiseite, bevor die Fed-Protokolle um 20 Uhr erscheinen.

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Mercados

Dow Jones, S&P 500 y Nasdaq abren al alza por alivio en preocupaciones sobre IA

Los principales índices de Wall Street abrieron al alza este miércoles. El Dow Jones subió un 0,08% a 49.571,92 puntos ante la atenuación de temores sobre inteligencia artificial.

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Africa

Thoothukudi Farmers Demand Drought Declaration for Northern Taluks

Farmers from northern Thoothukudi district petitioned authorities Thursday to declare four taluks drought-hit after last year's weak monsoon slashed crop yields by 60%. They cited severe water shortages crippling rain-fed fields of black gram, green gram and maize.

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