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BRICS Erodes US and EU Hegemony as Nations Seek Sovereignty and Equal Cooperation
15.10.2024
BRICS is undermining the hegemony of Washington and Brussels as nations increasingly seek equal dialogue and cooperation that prioritize their own interests, according to Russia’s State Duma speaker. He stressed that countries are moving away from serving the U.S. and its allies, instead...
China’s Trade With BRICS Surges: A $653 Billion Boost in Emerging Markets
15.10.2024
China’s trade with BRICS countries surged by 5.1% year-on-year, reaching 4.62 trillion yuan (approximately $653 billion) in the first three quarters of 2024. Officials emphasized the importance of BRICS as a crucial platform for developing nations to collaborate, particularly in sectors like steel...
Analysts React to China’s Lackluster Stimulus Measures: Will a ‘Big Move’ Follow?
14.10.2024
Chinese investors have been left wanting more from the latest stimulus measures announced by authorities. Analysts are attempting to explain the reasons behind China’s lack of deeper action to stimulate its economy and how this might affect the Asian giant’s commercial partners....
US Share of World Economy Projected to Reach Historic Low
13.10.2024
The U.S. share of the global economy has fallen below 15% during President Joe Biden’s term, according to Sputnik’s analysis of World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) data. Once peaking at over 21% in 1999, the U.S. has seen a steady decline, with China now commanding a larger share...
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Warns of ‘Treacherous’ Global Tensions — and It’s Getting Worse
13.10.2024
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon sounded the alarm on mounting global instability, warning it could spark far-reaching economic disruptions. The executive stressed the toll of geopolitical tensions and the looming risks of fiscal deficits and remilitarization. With uncertainty escalating, Dimon urged...
Robert Kiyosaki Predicts ‘Everything Crash’: Bitcoin May Drop to $5,000 Amid Market Collapse
13.10.2024
Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki predicts a catastrophic stock market crash and the collapse of “The Everything Bubble,” warning that gold, silver, and bitcoin will nosedive, triggering a global depression. He urges investors to brace for financial turmoil, saying only...
BRICS Slashes US Dollar and Euro Transactions to Below 30%
12.10.2024
BRICS nations are increasingly using national currencies, with 65% of transactions now conducted in local currencies, according to a Russian finance official. The U.S. dollar and euro account for less than 30% of payments among member states, signaling a strategic shift to reduce dependency...
Russian Finance Minister: Western Policies Hurt the US Dollar
11.10.2024
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov believes that the policies of the US and its Western allies are affecting the role of the U.S. dollar as a reserve currency. Siluanov stated that while the U.S. dollar will remain popular, the BRICS bloc will develop a solution using digital financial assets...
BRICS Nations Set for 4.4% Growth in 2024-2025, Outpacing G7 Economies
11.10.2024
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has emphasized the rising influence of BRICS nations during a recent event, noting their projected economic growth of 4.4% in 2024-2025, compared to 1.7% for G7 countries. Siluanov highlighted BRICS’ growing share of global GDP, now at 36.7%, and...
BRICS Nations to Expand Use of National Currencies Through New Financial Platform
11.10.2024
Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov announced new BRICS initiatives to increase the use of national currencies in trade, backed by financial infrastructure developments like a BRICS-wide platform and special clearing systems. This move aims to simplify transactions between member nations...
USDT Faces Downward Pressure as Investors Pivot to Stocks in China
10.10.2024
USDT, the largest stablecoin in the crypto market, has marginally lost its peg to the U.S. dollar, trading at less than $1 since September 30. Analysts believe this is a byproduct of large outflows from China as crypto investors turn to the national stock market to participate in the bull...
BRICS More Attractive Than EU, Says Serbia’s Vulin
10.10.2024
Serbia’s Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin has championed BRICS as a compelling alternative to the European Union, emphasizing the economic bloc’s appeal for Serbia. He highlighted how BRICS does not impose political conditions like the EU, stressing cooperation based on respect...
UBS Maintains Optimism in Markets Amid Middle East Uncertainty
10.10.2024
Global investment bank UBS remains optimistic about market prospects despite escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. While fighting between Israel and Hezbollah and missile attacks from Iran have caused concern, oil prices are stable, gold remains near record highs, and U.S. recession...
Vitalik Buterin seen as dark horse for 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics
9.10.2024
The co-founder of Ethereum is considered a “non-traditional” pick, but his contributions are undeniable
Vitalik Buterin seen as dark horse for 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics
9.10.2024
The co-founder of Ethereum is considered a “non-traditional” pick, but his contributions are undeniable
Tyler Cowen Nominates Vitalik for Nobel Prize in Economics
9.10.2024
Economist Tyler Cowen has put forward Vitalik Buterin, the founder of Ethereum as a strong candidate for the…
China Strengthens Russia Partnership via BRICS and SCO Cooperation
9.10.2024
China has reaffirmed its commitment to closer relations with Russia through major international platforms like BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). At an event celebrating 75 years of diplomatic relations, State Councilor Shen Yiqin emphasized China’s readiness to bolster...
India Denies Targeting US Dollar as Dedollarization Reshapes Global Trade
8.10.2024
India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar clarified that the country is not targeting the U.S. dollar in its economic policy, despite shifts in global trade and currency usage. Speaking in Washington, he emphasized that India’s trade adjustments are driven by practical concerns...
BRICS Unified Currency Deemed Premature by Russian Official
8.10.2024
Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister has stated that discussions on a single currency for the BRICS economic bloc are premature due to differences in financial regulation among member nations. Instead, the focus remains on enhancing financial sovereignty and exploring national currencies...
Peter Schiff Predicts Gold Could Soar to $100,000 as US Dollar Weakens
8.10.2024
Economist and gold advocate Peter Schiff noted that if gold could rise from $20 to $2,600 an ounce, it could potentially reach $26,000 or even $100,000. He shared his views on global economic issues, including U.S. dollar weakness, China’s economic resilience, and the impact of U.S. foreign...