Mahathir Bayena

New Zealand's official unemployment has hit a decade-high of 5.4% in late 2025.

The Australian insurance sector is mobilising to shield policyholders from the escalating economic fallout of the Middle East conflict.

Virgin Australia (ASX:VGN) confirmed the suspension of all Qatar Airways-operated services until at least June 15.

Mobix Labs (NASDAQ:MOBX), a fabless semiconductor and connectivity company, has been awarded a $3.2 million order for mission-critical technology integrated into the airport body scanners utilized by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) across the United States.

Nuvini (NASDAQ:NVNI) has announced a definitive agreement to acquire a 51% controlling interest in the American business of Beyondsoft, a strategic move designed to scale its international technology platform and significantly expand its footprint in the Western Hemisphere.

Halliburton (NYSE:HAL) has entered into a strategic collaboration agreement with PETRONAS Suriname Exploration & Production BV and Valaris to accelerate the development of offshore assets in Suriname through an integrated, early-lifecycle engagement model.

DeFi Technologies (NASDAQ:DEFT) reported record-breaking financial results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, as the firm’s diversified digital asset strategy and recent acquisitions drove a significant expansion in both top-line revenue and net profitability.

Playtika Holding (NASDAQ:PLTK), a global leader in mobile gaming and entertainment, announced on April 6, 2026, that its Board of Directors has initiated a formal process to explore strategic alternatives for the company.

Seadrill (NYSE:SDRL) has significantly strengthened its long-term revenue outlook, announcing a 1,095-day contract extension with Petrobras for the ultra-deepwater drillship West Polaris in the prolific Búzios field.

Bitcoin tends to outperform traditional safe-haven assets such as gold and equities in the two months following major global shocks, according to a study by Mercado Bitcoin.