Asia-Pacific markets expected to open mixed; China to release loan rates, while tensions rise between
The South African rand has rallied 0.7% against the US dollar, spurred by improved trade
Brazil has renewed tariffs and quotas on steel products to protect domestic steel producers. Major
Vale S.A., Brazil’s leading mining company, has decided to issue 6 billion reais in local
MercadoLibre, Inc. reported strong Q1 2025 earnings, exceeding profit estimates. The company earned $9.74 per
YPF reports a significant net loss in Q1, driven by rising debt and costs. The
Ecopetrol’s profits fell 22% in Q1 amid geopolitical tensions affecting oil prices. Revenue was $7.32
Braskem’s Q1 resin sales in Brazil fell 4% year-on-year, prompting concerns amid a Moody’s downgrade.
Oil prices stabilized on Wednesday after concerns about new U.S. tariffs impacted trading. Brent crude
President Trump is set to announce reciprocal tariffs on April 2, targeting various countries including