Economy
In-depth coverage of economic shifts, trade agreements, industrial developments, local markets, and financial trends in Armenia and globally.
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UK Power Market Hits Record Negative Pricing as Renewables Surge
Negative electricity prices in the UK reached 16.9% of midday half-hours in April 2026, driven by a rapid increase in solar and wind generation.
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Meta Platforms Faces Valuation Crossroads Amid Capex Surge and Regulatory Headwinds
Meta Platforms navigates a complex period as high capital expenditures and regulatory pressures weigh on stock performance, despite strong revenue growth.
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SpaceX IPO Launches on Nasdaq, Sparking Market Volatility for Tesla
SpaceX has launched its historic IPO on the Nasdaq, with shares surging over 22%. The debut has prompted investor rotation, contributing to pressure on Tesla’s stock as markets adjust to the new reality of Elon Musk’s dual-listed empire.
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Rising National Debt and Fed Policy Threaten to Increase Household Borrowing Costs
With U.S. national debt at $39.2 trillion and federal interest payments at $88 billion monthly, potential Federal Reserve rate hikes could add billions in costs to American credit card holders.
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Figma Stock Hits All-Time Lows Amid Market Shift and AI Disruption Fears
Figma shares have entered a severe downtrend, shedding $4.1 billion in market cap over eight days as investors weigh strong revenue growth against rising AI-driven competitive pressures.
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Cook County Announces Two-Month Delay for Second Installment Property Tax Bills
Cook County officials have confirmed a two-month delay for the second installment of property tax bills, pushing the payment deadline to October amid ongoing systemic concerns.
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Singaporean Investor Acquires Historic Shek O Mansion for US$72 Million
Jennifer Tzelee Teo has purchased the historic ‘Round House’ in Hong Kong’s exclusive Shek O enclave for HK$562.6 million, marking a significant move in the high-end property market.
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STMicroelectronics Shares Reach Record High Following Data Center Revenue Forecast
STMicroelectronics stock hit an all-time high after the company doubled its data center revenue outlook to $1 billion, signaling a major move into AI infrastructure.
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AST SpaceMobile Shares Slide Amid SpaceX Debut and Execution Scrutiny
AST SpaceMobile shares dropped 10% as capital rotated into the SpaceX IPO, while investors weigh executive compensation tied to satellite deployment milestones.
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SpaceX Hits Market with Record $75B IPO, Raising Questions Over AI-Linked Financial Stability
SpaceX has completed the largest IPO in history, valuing the company at $1.78 trillion and cementing Elon Musk’s status as the world’s first trillionaire, while sparking debate over AI-driven market volatility.
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Delta Air Lines Balances Global Expansion Strategy Against Persistent Legal Vulnerabilities
Delta Air Lines is aggressively pursuing international market share while simultaneously defending itself against a multi-million dollar lawsuit stemming from a 2019 human trafficking allegation.
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Internal Records Reveal Discrepancy in Nemaska Lithium Funding
Newly released internal communications indicate that Quebec ministers were aware of a $500 million investment proposal for the Nemaska Lithium project in 2023, despite public claims that financing was still being finalized.
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SpaceX Debuts on Nasdaq Amid Jim Cramer’s ‘Unsustainable’ Warning
SpaceX began trading on the Nasdaq today at $135 per share, marking history’s largest IPO. CNBC’s Jim Cramer warned against chasing the stock, citing risks for retail investors.
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US Tariff Policy Shifts: Canada Faces Scrutiny as Treasury Begins Refund Process
As the U.S. Treasury begins refunding billions in illegally collected tariffs, the Trump administration has pivoted to new protectionist measures, targeting Canada over forced labor concerns.
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Rocket Lab Shares Rise as Space Sector Integrates into Major Benchmarks
Rocket Lab (RKLB) shares gained momentum following news of its upcoming inclusion in the Nasdaq-100 and a broader industry shift as the space economy matures.