News

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bagaei: In recent months, following the military action launched by the United States and Israel against Iran, Qatar has made commendable efforts to help prevent the escalation of regional tensions.

The Mexican central bank stated that the balance of inflation risks remains tilted to the upside, primarily driven by persistent core inflation, trade disruptions, geopolitical tensions, climate shocks, cost pressures, and potential peso depreciation.

Bank of Mexico: The balance of risks to economic growth is tilted to the downside.

The Central Bank of Mexico forecasts an average annual overall inflation rate of 3.0% for the fourth quarter of 2027, consistent with its previous estimate.

The Central Bank of Mexico stated that the national economy remains weak, and uncertainty persists surrounding the annual review process of the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement).

The Central Bank of Mexico forecasts GDP growth of 2.0% in 2027, down from the previously reported 2.1%.

The Central Bank of Mexico forecasts GDP growth of 1.5% in 2026, up from 1.1% reported in the previous quarter.

U.S. Energy Secretary: Washington prefers diplomatic dialogue with Iran, but will destroy Tehran's nuclear facilities "if necessary".

According to related letters, US lawmakers are demanding an investigation into the Department of Transportation's failure to protect the privacy of air passengers.

A spokesperson for the European Commission said the Commission is in communication with Meta Platforms (META.O) regarding the preliminary finding that its "addictive design" violates the Digital Services Act (DSA).

A spokesperson for the European Commission stated that the Commission would not comment on the settlement of Meta Platforms (META.O) in the United States.

The Vice Chairman of the Swiss National Bank said: "We hope our banks will have strong capital buffers and be able to seize market share from struggling foreign banks during the next economic downturn."

Swiss National Bank Vice Chairman: I don’t think having sufficient capital is a competitive disadvantage for banks.

Russian Defense Ministry: Russian drone operators cut off Ukrainian forces' logistics supply lines near Khelman.

Abbas Aslani, a senior researcher at the Tehran-based Center for Middle East Strategic Studies, pointed out that while the US persists in its strategy of economic strangulation and claims there are no negotiations with Iran, it is simultaneously "sending informal messages to Tehran through regional mediators." He stated that this approach exposes the US's intention: to attribute any minor progress in negotiations to its own pressure. Aslani further analyzed that Trump not only needs to find a way out but also needs to package the entire process as a victory to appease the American public—this is equally crucial for him. However, he also pointed out that Trump's erratic negotiating style makes it difficult to predict when the war will end. "What will happen in the next few days or weeks is still unclear because the US president himself is not a stable or predictable figure."

Google (GOOG.O): Selected 28 AI-powered energy startups in North America and Europe to join its accelerator program.

OpenAI: ChatGPT for Teachers will continue to be offered free of charge to certified K-12 educators in the United States until June 2028.

OpenAI: Expanding ChatGPT for Teachers to 55 additional school districts in 20 U.S. states, adding coverage to more than 100,000 educators and teaching staff.

OpenAI: Announced a data privacy agreement covering 16 US states.

Sources say that U.S. digital media company Puck is in talks with Redbird Capital for an investment deal that values ​​Puck at approximately $250 million.