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US Yields Near 2007 Highs; AI Push Fuels Job Cuts | Bloomberg Brief 5/19/2026
US equity futures slide and 30-year Treasury yield flirts with levels last seen in 2007. President Trump calls off scheduled strikes on Iran after Persian Gulf allies sought more time to work out a deal. Standard Chartered plans to eliminate nearly 8,000 jobs as the firm shift to AI, while Meta reassigns workers to AI roles ahead of planned job cuts. Christopher Hodge of Natixis discusses the challenges ahead for the Federal Reserve amid price pressure. (Source: Bloomberg)
Indonesia Plans to Tighten State Control Over Commodity Exports
Indonesia plans to tighten control over commodity exports including coal and palm oil, according to people familiar with the matter, as the government seeks to clamp down on tax evasion and bolster a plunging rupiah.
French Socialists to Oppose Moulin as Bank of France Head
Socialist lawmakers will oppose Emmanuel Macron’s nominee for Bank of France Governor, raising the risks of a political blow for the French president and uncertainty over the composition of the European Central Bank’s Governing Council.
Military-Backed Intruders Occupy Huge Cobalt Deposit in Congo
In the heartland of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining industry, one of the world’s top cobalt producers says intruders have taken over a large part of its deposit and are exploiting the site on a near-industrial scale.
Japan, South Korea Deepen Ties Amid Global Tensions
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung pledged closer cooperation on energy and security, while strengthening ties with other allies as geopolitical tensions continue to rise. (Source: Bloomberg)
Home Depot profit falls, but tops expectations in the face of economic uncertainty
Home Depot’s results beat Wall Street’s expectations in the fiscal first quarter on a strong showing from professional customers while homeowners started stocking up on some of their spring supplies
Fashion Giant Loved by Hollywood Stars Crashes in Brazil Markets
To the outside world, Brazilian fashion giant Azzas 2154 SA appears to be having a breakout moment. Its latest winter campaign featured Sarah Jessica Parker; Meryl Streep turned up to a premiere of The Devil Wears Prada 2 in its black Scarpin heels; and Justin Bieber has been seen sporting its kaleidoscopic puffer jacket.
The Economics Of IT Platforms: Where IT Execution Meets Financial Intelligence
InnovationThe Economics Of IT Platforms: Where IT Execution Meets Financial IntelligenceByBarney Krishnan,Forbes Councils Member.for Forbes Technology CouncilCOUNCIL POSTExpertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. | Membership (fee-based)May 19, 2026, 07:00am EDTBarney Krishnan is a Data Executive at UniCredit with expertise in financial services, digital banking, AI and data modernization platforms. gettyHistorically, IT organizati...
Agnico Eagle to Build $1.7 Billion Gold Mine in Canada’s Arctic
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. is moving ahead with a large gold mine in Canada’s far north, a project being hailed by Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government as an anchor for economic development in the strategically important Arctic region.
Trump Says He Held Off Attacking Iran After Gulf Appeal
US President Donald Trump said he called off a new bombardment of Iran planned for Tuesday after Persian Gulf allies wanted more time to pursue diplomacy. Tyler Kendall reports on Bloomberg Television. (Source: Bloomberg)
Cholamandalam to Sell Largest Floater Bond By Indian Lender
Shadow lender Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Co. will raise 50 billion rupees ($518 million) through a floating-rate bond, according to people familiar with the matter, the largest such local currency debt sale by an Indian financier.
Monzo profits swell as bank cashes in on loans and paid plans
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The missing men of the American marriage market
A new study suggests the growing educational and economic divide between men and women is reshaping marriage and family life in America — leaving many women with a shrinking pool of economically stable partners.
Hunting For Stocks With A Long Shot At A Giant Payoff
MoneyInvestingDaily CoverHunting For Stocks With A Long Shot At A Giant PayoffJamel Toppin for ForbesByWilliam Baldwin,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. William Baldwin covers investing, taxation and corporate finance.Follow AuthorMay 19, 2026, 06:30am EDTAt Orbis Investments, money manager Graeme Forster invests in reasonably priced companies that could win big on some unlikely event, such as runaway inflation or a movie theater revival.@fo...
California Hater Elon Musk Needs The State’s Subsidies To Launch Tesla’s Semi
InnovationTransportationDaily CoverCalifornia Hater Elon Musk Needs The State’s Subsidies To Launch Tesla’s SemiThe outspoken billionaire entrepreneur trashes his former home state, but its generous incentives and vast customer base are vital to selling the EV maker’s new electric big rig. ByAlan Ohnsman,Senior Editor. Senior editor covering cleantech and advanced mobilityFollow AuthorMay 19, 2026, 06:30am EDT@font-face{font-family: "Schnyder"; src: url("https://i.forbesimg.com/assets/fonts/schn...
AI to Replace ‘Lower-Value Human Capital’: StanChart CEO | The Opening Trade 5/19/2026
Standard Chartered Chief Executive Officer Bill Winters delivered a blunt message on the future of the bank’s workforce, warning that a push into artificial intelligence will eliminate thousands of roles as the lender replaces “lower-value human capital” with technology. US stock futures held steady after a two-day pullback while oil fell modestly as traders awaited signs of progress toward a peace deal in the Middle East. The Opening Trade has everything you need to know as markets open acros...
Personal insolvencies up 7% annually in April
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Goldman Sachs, Moelis Say Business as Usual Amid Iran Conflict
Goldman Sachs Group Inc.’s international co-heads are visiting the investment bank’s offices around the world in a bid to reassure staff and clients navigating uncertainty following the outbreak of the Iran war.
Blue-state tax burden fuels Americans fleeing to Republican-led southern states
Americans are increasingly leaving high-tax blue states for lower-cost Republican-led states, reshaping the country’s economy and political map, according to the latest Census Bureau data.As states compete for residents, workers and businesses, red states that are increasingly embracing lower taxes and leaner government are attracting investment and population growth. Democratic-led states continue defending higher-tax models to fund public services, aid programs and infrastructure — even if it...
Brazil Sends Cheap Soy Oil Abroad as Biodiesel Plan Stalls
The world’s top soybean producer Brazil is processing record amounts of the crop, but a delay in the country’s plans to boost local demand through biofuel mandates has resulted in an excess of cheap soy oil supplies being shipped overseas.