Tesla's first quarter 2025 is a slump: profits down 71%, revenues down 9% and margins down to 2,1%. Musk has decided to reduce his political commitment to focus on the recovery
Vance and Trump propose a peace deal that includes recognizing Crimea as part of Russia and freezing the current borders. Zelensky rejects the offer, reiterating his no to any territorial transfer. London summit cancelled
Accusations of political interference and attempts to control information and academic independence have met with fierce opposition, with judges and universities responding negatively.
In a post on Truth Trump attacks Powell again, calling him "a big loser". A few days ago he had threatened to fire him. The clash between the Fed and the White House on tariffs increases. And the markets fear for the independence of the central bank
Meloni met with JD Vance at Palazzo Chigi to discuss defense, gas, artificial intelligence and Ukraine. While Italy strengthens ties with Washington, Europe puts the brakes on the possibility of a summit Trump in Rome: "Brussels is better"
Trump-Meloni agreement after the meeting at the White House and glimpses of an agreement between the US and the EU on duties. The Prime Minister on military spending: "Italy ready to increase the commitment to 2% of GDP". The US President accepts the invitation to come to…
A double No from President Trump - on the elimination of tariffs for industry and cars and on Ukraine - reignites tensions between the US and the European Union. Tomorrow it will take all of Giorgia Meloni's diplomatic skills to soften…
The blockade of critical materials represents a deadly geopolitical weapon for the US, and for the rest of the West. But it is only part of Xi Jinping's toolbox to counter Trump's tariffs. Also targeted are…
Trump's Incredible and Disgusting Attack on Zelensky Accusing Him of Provoking the War in Ukraine. As if the Brawl Invasion Never Happened
According to the New York Times, Beijing has blocked shipments of rare earths from Chinese ports, directly affecting the production of advanced technologies
Donald Trump excludes smartphones and chips from "reciprocal" duties to avoid high prices on products such as the iPhone. Opening to Xi Jinping, defined as "a friend". Meanwhile, European tourism to the US is falling: the image of a hostile border weighs
Those who punish with duties perish with duties: China and the European Union are not standing by and watching. Xi acts immediately and launches an appeal to Europe. For von der Leyen, yes to a "balanced" agreement with the US, otherwise the tile will hit the…
Europe's countermoves, von der Leyen: "We want to give negotiations a chance" on Trump's duties. "We will suspend EU countermeasures for 90 days. If the negotiations are not satisfactory, then we will proceed". Work continues on the bazooka
Oil companies, financiers, big tech and Republican senators are starting to change their minds about their support for Trump. Starting with Musk who is provoking Trump on the very ground of the key dictates of economic liberalism
The market turbulence triggered by Donald Trump's tariffs has eroded the wealth of the world's richest men, inflicting significant losses on them. Musk alone has lost 135 billion since the beginning of the year. While the Oracle of Omaha beats everyone...
The new duties imposed by Trump risk increasing the prices of iPhones and other Apple devices by up to 43%. With a final price that in Italy could exceed 2.500 euros, will there be a rush to buy?
US President Donald Trump has tasked Department of Education Minister Linda McMahon with dismantling her department in a culture war that threatens the very survival of public education.
The additional 6.01% duties imposed by Trump on most of the products that the US imports from the rest of the world came into force at 10 am Italian time
The trade war, opened by Trump's adventurous rate hike, is in full swing after China's counter-tariffs. Now what will Trump do: if his ego wins, financial analysts expect the storm on Monday. Let's hope that the…
Donald Trump launches the "Gold Card": for 5 million dollars, foreign millionaires will be able to obtain permanent residence in the US and access citizenship. A golden visa that transforms rights into a privilege for the few and undermines the…
The 25% tariff on cars imported into the United States is now effective. Despite concerns, the car market is trying to hold on and contain losses. Uncertainties about the future remain high, but the initial impact is not catastrophic. The…
Battle for Panama Canal Heats Up: Maersk Seizes Railroad, While US, China Jockey for Influence Over Zone; Beijing Steps In with Antitrust Review of Port Acquisition
Safe haven assets, for Goldman Sachs, US investment bank, the Japanese currency "appears as a more attractive hedge for the bearish view of US growth"
John Elkann met Donald Trump at the White House: tariffs on vehicle imports confirmed, but open to emissions deregulation. What future for Stellantis in the American market
Drugs and US stocks: Peter Mark, a key figure in overseeing vaccines, before leaving cited contrasts with the views of Robert F. Kennedy Jr, the new Secretary of Health chosen by Trump and a historic critic of vaccines
Many analysts polled by Reuters are now more optimistic about Europe than the US, as they have been since the beginning of this year. And many are playing the long game. Here's why and which sectors are more attractive
The US president first lashes out at the Kremlin leader, then tones it down: "he'll be good". A warning also to Zelensky: "Woe betide him if he leaves the agreement on rare earths". On Greenland: "It will be ours 100%, even by force if…
The alliance between Europe and the United States was cemented by a common vision of democracy. Today, however, interests in a specific area of influence dominate. And Trump recognizes Moscow as ourselves in its area. Sooner or later, NATO…
After the "bomb" dropped on cars with 25% duties, car manufacturers must make a decision: move to the US, as Trump would like, or raise prices, as Ferrari did? If Washington doesn't reverse, it will be a…
2025 will be a difficult year for the global economy due to US tariffs. Italy is growing slowly, but Germany's revival and the ECB's moves offer some hope
The 25% tariffs hit Canada, Mexico, Europe and Asia hard, while only some components, covered by the North American agreement, are exempted. At risk are 7 million cars imported every year
Zelensky on the sidelines of the summit in Saudi Arabia with the US and Russia: "We will implement the agreements, we will be constructive". From the ceasefire on the Black Sea to the ban on attacking energy sites, here's what has been decided. Oil, exports from…
Trump attacks federal judge James E. Boasberg for attempting to block the deportation of 250 Venezuelans, threatening his impeachment. Behind the clash lies a broader strategy: intimidating the judiciary and strengthening control of the executive
Celebrating the anniversary of the Treaties of Rome, President Mattarella reiterated the importance of a timely response from the EU against the tariffs wanted by Trump and the need for an update to face future challenges
In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, after the US-Ukraine talks it is time for the US-Russia meeting. Zelensky is pressing for new solutions to stop the attacks. For Trump the crucial date is April 20: because his goal is to achieve…
Support for Ukraine for a peacekeeping mission: China considers joining the coalition of the willing. Beijing's role compared to Moscow on the presence of peacekeeping troops. Meanwhile, alliance with Tokyo and Seoul for an anti-US alliance
After the telephone conversation with Trump, the President of Ukraine, Zelensky, said he was decidedly optimistic about reaching peace in a reasonably short time. Next week Zelensky will visit Macron in France
Trump-Putin phone call: the conversation lasted almost three hours. Immediate start of ceasefire negotiations in Ukraine. Agreement on "lasting peace": here's what they said. From Russia the request to stop the shipment of Western weapons to…
Donald Trump announces talks with Vladimir Putin to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. At the center of the negotiations, territorial concessions and energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, the United Kingdom is considering sending peacekeeping troops and Zelensky announces a new…
Brazil, which accounts for 2024% of global exports of frozen concentrated orange juice, has brought its stocks to an all-time low in 75, and the 2025 harvest will be the worst in XNUMX years. The reasons: the climate and a bacterial disease of the…
The unitary executive is a theory that gives the president total control over the government. Trump has tried to use it to centralize power, undermining the independence of institutions and reinforcing an authoritarian approach.
US imposes new sanctions on Russia, targeting oil, gas, banks. Trump steps up pressure on Putin for ceasefire in Ukraine
War in Ukraine, after days of waiting Putin speaks of a 30-day truce: "It should be such that it leads to a lasting peace. The ceasefire will depend on how the situation evolves on the ground". Trump appreciates asks Moscow…
There was a slight rebound on Wall Street yesterday, led by tech. But investors remain pessimistic and are suspicious of Trump's policies and their impact on global growth. European stocks are seen weak at the open.…
EU and US at loggerheads: Trump's 25% duties on steel and aluminum came into force today, Brussels responds with tariffs on products that are symbols of Made in USA. Here are the details
US-Ukraine, agreement for 30 days of truce and Washington's aid returns to Kiev. At the Jeddah summit Zelensky says yes to the agreement (including rare earths). Rubio: the ball is now in Russia's court. Moscow slows down but does not rule out…
Enough is enough: yesterday's collapse on Wall Street marked a turning point for global investments and many are moving elsewhere. Investment banks' suggestions: China is the most popular
Zelensky and Rubio in Jeddah. The Ukrainian president: "We hope for a concrete result". Drone attack on Moscow during the night
The mounting costs associated with U.S. tariffs are rapidly materializing into a real and substantial crisis for American farmers, who will likely be among the first to bear the brunt of trade hostilities. Farming problems are already…
According to Bloomberg, Putin would be willing to discuss a temporary truce in Ukraine, provided that progress is made on a final peace agreement
Trump puts the brakes on layoff revolution: Musk reduced to consultant as strategy becomes more measured. Meanwhile, the White House faces a series of internal and external contradictions
Trump gives a break on auto tariffs and the ECB will cut rates by 25 basis points to 2,50% today. In Asia, Alibaba challenges DeepSeek with a new AI model. German bund yields rise. European stocks seen…
Trump, during his election campaign, promised that once re-elected he would lower the cost of food from "day one". Not only has this not happened, but new increases are even expected
The tariffs imposed by the United States on Canada and Mexico risk increasing the price of cars by up to 3.000 euros in Italy. Federcarrozzieri raises the alarm: increases on new cars and components. Here's how much the most expensive models could cost…
After the storm, is there a clearing between Trump and Zelensky and above all are there glimmers of peace between Russia and Ukraine? We will know soon but according to the American president there are encouraging signs
US tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China come into effect today, and they are quick to respond with retaliatory measures. Meanwhile, Trump stops all military aid to Ukraine and signs a $100 billion deal with Tsmc for the…
After the clash between Trump and Zelensky at the White House, Europe is united in support of Ukraine, with the exception of Orban. Macron, von der Leyen, Starmer and Meloni reiterate their commitment, while Russia rejoices over the rift between Kiev…
In an interview with Fox after the clash with Trump, the President of Ukraine asks for US guarantees for the security of his country but Trump replies: "First sign peace and then security. We will not review the agreement on rare earths"
A tense and heated meeting between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House. Between threats, mutual accusations and an agreement on rare earths that seems to be fading, all the deep differences between the two leaders have emerged. And now?
The US-Ukraine agreement does not foresee that rare earths are conceived as a payment for US aid. Europe accelerates: after Paris, new meeting between leaders in London. Then the 27 in Brussels for common defense
Macron and Trump exchange blows at the White House over aid to Ukraine, with the French president correcting the American, explaining that Europe provided 60% of the funds, not just loans
Trump's new Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, said: "We will monetize the asset side of the U.S. balance sheet over the next 12 months." That could mean putting U.S. gold reserves that still have gold in them into money.
The Trump administration continues to cut government agencies, hitting USAID with the firing of 1.600 employees. As concerns grow over the effects on diplomacy and international aid, federal agencies rebel against Elon Musk's orders
Trump, his second US presidency and the issue of the third term: the tycoon may not accept the constitutional limit and try to stay in the White House for more than 8 years, transforming the election into a "lifetime appointment". The analysis…
Ukraine: Trump is throwing away 80 years of American policy toward Europe, and toward Russia, by decreeing that allies are adversaries and adversaries are partners. It is an attempt to kill the EU that risks turning into a…
Be with Trump's America or with Europe that supports the just cause of Zelensky's Ukraine? This is what Italians would like to understand from Prime Minister Meloni who appeared taken aback by the recent attacks of the American boss on the Ukrainian President. The dream of…
After Trump's announcement of 25% duties on cars, chips and medicines, Brussels proposes to reduce tariffs on cars from 10% to 2,5%. Objective: to avoid new tensions. But complex negotiations are expected
The US and Russia are writing history backwards to the detriment of Ukraine and the truth. Russian Minister Lavrov would like to scold Zelensky and Trump believes that Ukraine started the war and calls it "a dictator without…
Zelensky does not go to Riyadh, where the first direct meeting between US and Russian diplomats is taking place since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, Moscow's reaction: "He deserves a rap on the knuckles". The role of Europe. Trump's draft agreement: the colonization…
The Munich Security Conference yesterday saw White House number two JD Vance, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen sitting around the same table. The EU was…
The Munich Security Conference kicks off in a heated climate: Trump accelerates with Russia on peace negotiations in Ukraine, China has a seat at the table but Europe is forgotten. The US president announces reciprocal duties…
After the conversation with the Russian president, Trump called Zelensky: "The conversation was very positive. He, like President Putin, wants Peace" but ruled out Kiev's entry into NATO
US President Says Ukraine Could Be "Incorporated" by Russia, Demands $500 Billion in Rare Earth Compensation for Massive US Investment in the Conflict. Kremlin Approves: "Part of the Country Wants to Be Russian." On…
The US president relaunches his trade war with new 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum, while preparing further "reciprocal" duties against countries that tax American goods. Today also sees the entry into force of Chinese duties of 10-15%…
Overproduction of low-cost green technologies will affect US trade barriers. Wind and solar have already reached a high level of competitiveness with fossil fuel energy in 2024
Diplomatic clashes and threats from the American president could push many allies towards the East and the BRICS, weakening the Euro-Atlantic trade axis. Starting from Latin America, an irreplaceable source of food and energy commodities.
The Russian president is said to be "truly concerned" and eager to "see people stop dying." Trump himself revealed this in an exclusive to the New York Post, directly from Air Force One
Zelensky, Putin and Trump relaunch dialogue for peace in Ukraine, but international differences complicate the path: the US focuses on economic opportunities, the EU remains firm on its line of sanctions and defense
The US president announces a radical plan for Gaza: US control and relocation of Palestinians. Netanyahu approves, Hamas rises up, Saudi Arabia holds back. Is this the end of the two-people, two-state solution?
China counterattacks with duties on raw materials, restrictions on strategic minerals, an antitrust investigation on Google, corporate blacklists and a complaint to the World Trade Organization, sending a clear message: "duties justified, but we are ready for dialogue"
European leaders have reaffirmed their willingness to respond firmly and decisively to an increase in US tariffs, but remain divided on funding for common spending and how to use EIB programmes and resources…
After Canada, Mexico and China, the axe of Trump's duties is also expected in Europe. According to analysts, the sectors most at risk in Italy range from mechanics to fashion and then agri-food and pharmaceuticals. But the sectors at…
The response to Trump from the countries hit by American tariffs was not long in coming
Trump's executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico "Gulf of America" raises historical and geopolitical questions. Between toponymy and power, can the name of a maritime space rewrite history?
Trump's second presidency begins with purges, controversial pardons, and a radical reorganization of power. What future for the US?
Trump maintains a hard line: starting February 1, duties of 25% will be imposed on Canada and Mexico and 10% on China, with maximum tariffs on the BRICS if they abandon the dollar for international trade. Meanwhile, Google supports the orders of…
The Fed left rates on hold at 4,25%-4,50%, ignoring Trump and focusing on inflation, which is still high. Wall Street closed lower, with mixed quarterly results from big tech: Meta soars, Tesla disappoints, and Microsoft grows but slows in the cloud.…
Donald Trump calls DeepSeek a "wake-up call" for American AI. The Chinese startup shakes up markets, surpasses ChatGPT and prompts the president to urge US companies: "Maximum focus on the competition to win"
Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clash over universal tariffs. President rejects idea of gradual increase to 2,5%, promises higher tariffs to protect US economy
“Peace” made between the United States and Colombia after 24 hours of fire in which the US threatened to impose tariffs on the South American country after Bogota refused to allow the forced repatriation on military planes of Colombian citizens who…
Trump's new government is the richest in American history, with the wealth of the department secretaries alone amounting to $7 billion. The potential conflicts of interest are countless, and could also involve Donald and…
Despite Trump's arrival at the White House, tensions between the United States and Russia remain high. Moscow responds to American criticism, reiterating the conditions for peace in Ukraine. On the ground, the Russian advance continues, while the risk of escalation grows…
Seattle Judge John Coughenour Suspends Trump's Executive Order on Jus Soli Signed on January 20. President: "We Will Appeal." 18 More States in Court
Trump: "Too many taxes on Google and Apple, Europe is treating us unfairly". Also in Davos, a disruptive message from the US President who also hits on duties, Green Deal and inflation and freezes aid to third countries
While Donald Trump threatens sanctions against Russia if the war does not end, Zelensky opens to a dialogue with Putin, but asks for security guarantees from the United States. Moscow: "Available for equal and respectful dialogue"
First cracks in the relationship between Elon Musk and Donald Trump: the Tesla CEO criticizes the Stargate project, the president's ambitious AI initiative, calling it financially unstable. The response from Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, is harsh. The clash over the technological future…
Stellantis is the first carmaker to take the initiative in the US after the change of administration. New investments in Illinois, Detroit, Ohio and Indiana. Elkann has already met with Trump
More sanctions, duties and an unlimited arsenal for Kiev: the American president's plan to force Moscow into negotiations on the war in Ukraine
Historic waterway returns to center of geopolitical conflict: Trump accuses China of undue influence and vows to regain control to protect U.S. interests. Meanwhile, Panama reaffirms its right to sovereignty
With Trump's return to the White House, the world is divided: Europe is building trade barricades, China is proclaiming itself climate champion, and Russia is watching as a strategic spectator, ready to exploit every move.
