North America
Lower near-term EM risks raise long-run opportunities
The near-term risk of defaults in emerging market (EM) sovereign debt markets is easing
InternationalDivergent rules raise sanctions compliance risks
Different US, EU and UK beneficial ownership registries and divergence on regulation and enforcement powers raise risks
InternationalCalm interest rates period will last a few more months
A survey of US rate predictions among economists estimates two rate cuts this year, starting June or July
InternationalJunta's break with US may bring Niger closer to Russia
The ruling military authorities have unilaterally abrogated a military agreement with the United States
NigerBiden speech points to central campaign issues
Last week's State of the Union address offered a clear preview of President Joe Biden's re-election campaign focus
United StatesAI boom raises risks of AI-washing
There is growing concern that private-sector firms are overselling their artificial intelligence (AI) solutions
InternationalChinese trade with and investment in Mexico will grow
Mexico’s geographical location is making it a beneficiary of US-China trade rivalry
MexicoTikTok bill will widen US-China rifts
The House of Representatives yesterday passed a bipartisan bill targeting Chinese-owned social media app TikTok
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