Investing.com — The imposition of tariffs under a potential second Trump administration is expected to prompt a response from affected nations that mirrors the measured retaliation strategies observed during his first term.  Analysts at Capital Economics suggest that while countries are likely to retaliate against the economic strain of U.S. tariffs, these responses will aim…

Investing.com — This week has seen significant activity in the markets, with several notable names making headlines for a variety of reasons. Here are Investing.com’s top stocks of the week: Target (NYSE:TGT), Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:SMCI), and MicroStrategy. Target  Target shares plunged by almost 22% Wednesday after the company’s latest quarterly earnings significantly disappointed investors.  The…

Investing.com — U.S. nuclear power is poised for significant growth, with two major themes said to be driving the industry’s future: expansion of domestic capacity and localization of enriched uranium supply.  According to Daiwa Capital Markets, these developments could unlock billions in new markets while reshaping the energy landscape. Nuclear equipment Daiwa explained in its research…

Investing.com — The appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the new Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), pending Senate approval, could have big implications for the US food sector. Kennedy’s outspoken stance against “Big Food” and his call to remove chemicals from America’s food supply signal potential challenges for the industry. His proposal…

By Kate Abnett and Valerie Volcovici BAKU (Reuters) – The European Union, United States and other wealthy countries at the COP29 climate summit have agreed to raise their offer of a global finance target to $300 billion per year by 2035, sources told Reuters on Saturday. The shift in position came after a $250 billion…

By Mohamed Ezz and Valerie Volcovici ALEXANDRIA, Egypt/BAKU (Reuters) – Black dust coats streets and collects on rooftops in the neighbourhood adjoining a sprawling cement factory in the Egyptian city of Alexandria. Activists and local residents accuse the plant operated by the Alexandria Portland Cement Company (APCC), a subsidiary of Greece’s Titan Cement, of fouling…

By Sarah N. Lynch WASHINGTON (Reuters) – As he sought to overturn his 2020 election loss, Donald Trump considered firing the leadership of the Justice Department and installing a loyalist who would echo his false claims of fraud. As he prepares to return to the White House, Trump is pushing to install an attorney general…

SEOUL (Reuters) – North Korea condemned on Saturday recent joint military drills by the United States, South Korea and Japan, warning that it would take immediate actions if needed to defend the state. Last week, the three countries held a three-day joint exercise, dubbed “Freedom Edge”, featuring fighter jets and marine patrol aircraft as well…