In tonight’s episode of Finance Pulse, markets are on edge as global economic flashpoints collide. Wall Street is struggling, with tech giants dragging indexes lower, while across the Atlantic, UK inflation is running hotter than expected—threatening to derail hopes of near-term rate cuts.
Meanwhile, China’s Pop Mart shocks investors with a massive 400% profit surge, proving consumer trends can defy economic headwinds. And in Dubai, a surge of 10,000 new millionaires cements the city’s status as a rising global wealth hub.
Deep Dive: Why is Washington sparing China from energy sanctions while putting pressure on India over its Russian oil imports? We unpack the strategy, the risks, and the global ripple effects that could shape trade, diplomacy, and markets in 2025.