Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche $ROG.SW made waves this week by announcing plans to invest $50 billion in the U.S. economy over the next five years. This strategic investment aims to create over 12,000 new jobs, significantly contributing to the U.S. labor market. This decision comes as a response to the tariff policies implemented during President Donald Trump's administration.

The Russian Ministry of Economy has revised its forecast for the average price of Brent crude oil in 2025, cutting the estimate by nearly 17% compared to the previous outlook released in September. The earlier prediction stood at USD 81.7 per barrel, while the new baseline scenario now anticipates a price of USD 68 per barrel. This adjustment not only impacts the global oil market dynamics but also influences the country’s fiscal planning designed around higher price expectations.

India is embarking on an ambitious overhaul of its nuclear energy sector, signaling a major shift in government policy toward international collaboration. With an eye on increasing its nuclear capacity twelve-fold by 2047, India is actively working to create a more accommodating legal framework. This effort, according to three government sources, aims especially to attract American heavyweights like General Electric $GE and Westinghouse Electric, which have long been wary of the country's strict liability laws.

Wall Street index futures took a sudden downturn on Wednesday, marking a turbulent day for key chipmakers. New U.S. export restrictions on semiconductor products destined for China have intensified the existing trade tensions, putting considerable pressure on the tech sector.

United Airlines $UAL has recently issued a forecast that falls short of Wall Street expectations, painting a more cautious picture for its current quarter. The company also warned that its full-year outlook may be revised downward if the US economy enters a recession. This shift marks a notable change in tone from last year's optimism, as structural shifts and macroeconomic risks place renewed pressure on the airline sector.

Dutch tech company TomTom $TMO.SW , recognized globally for its digital maps and navigation systems, outperformed market expectations with its first-quarter 2024 results. Even a marginal revenue increase signaled a positive turn for the brand, especially following a turbulent 2023. The key to this outperformance was TomTom’s strategic focus on cutting-edge automotive location technologies ― a segment that continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s growth trajectory.

JBS SA, the world’s largest meat processing company, is entering a transformative period in its global expansion. According to recent filings with US regulatory authorities, the company is on the brink of securing all necessary approvals for listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Analysts view this long-anticipated move as a strategic leap forward, positioning JBS SA to strengthen its foothold across international financial markets.

Over recent weeks, the financial and crypto markets have once again taken center stage for analysts and experts alike. Representatives from Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, engaged in discussions with officials from the U.S. Treasury, focusing on the prospects of easing government oversight on the platform. In parallel, talks also explored the possibility of partnering with World Liberty Financial, a digital currency project associated with former President Donald Trump. According to reports from the Wall Street Journal, insiders closely monitoring the negotiations confirmed the seriousness of the discussions and the broad scope of the issues being addressed.

In a time of evolving regulatory landscapes and increasing demands for corporate transparency, the U.S. Department of Justice has decided to maintain its corporate oversight over Balfour Beatty Communities while simultaneously extending the practice to Canadian lender TD Bank. This decision comes amid the ongoing review of oversight practices initiated during the Trump administration, underscoring the importance of rigorous governance in today’s complex financial environment.

The Japanese conglomerate Seven & i Holdings, owner of the well-known 7‑Eleven chain, recently reported a 15% drop in profits in the fourth quarter. This decline raises concerns about the company’s ability to withstand a potential takeover by Canadian powerhouse Alimentation Couche‑Tard. Despite achieving an operating profit of 105.6 billion yen (approximately 726.4 million USD) between December and February – a figure slightly surpassing the eight analyst estimates averaging 94.5 billion yen as compiled by LSEG – the noticeable downturn in profit indicates underlying challenges in an inflation-hit market environment.

The aviation sector is poised for a technological revolution as Airbus announces a partnership with tech giant Amazon, aiming to offer airline carriers enhanced connectivity through the Kuiper satellite constellation. This ambitious initiative could become a pivotal milestone for the industry, delivering unprecedented connection levels aboard aircraft. The program was unveiled at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg.

German semiconductor manufacturer Infineon Technologies has announced a significant step towards strengthening its position in the automotive technology sector. On Monday, the company revealed an agreement with Marvell Technology to acquire its Ethernet business division, which specializes in automotive networks. Valued at $2.5 billion, this deal aims to enhance Infineon's microcontroller segment, a key growth driver within the automotive sector.