Running a business is complicated—particularly in times of geopolitical and economic uncertainty. The first few months of 2026 have seen several unexpected events, including an escalating war in the Middle East that has caused gas prices to spike and led to increased concern of cyber attacks. Political risk insurance briefly …
Travel hasn’t exactly been smooth sailing this year. Major world events, conflicts and storms have led to numerous travel delays and flight cancellations. In early January, tens of thousands of travelers were stranded in the Caribbean when the Federal Aviation Administration closed the region’s airspace to American commercial flights after …
A resurgence in trade tensions between the U.S. and China squeezed some of the excess out of an enthusiastic market, something investors will keep a close eye on in the week ahead as earnings loom. The government shutdown is also stretching into a new week. Stocks sold off Friday, with …
Wall Street rediscovered its winning ways last week, thanks to some promising inflation data. Investors are now focusing on Donald Trump’s first week back in the White House and another bundle of earnings. It was no surprise to see relatively muted action last Monday and Tuesday, given markets were reeling …
