The forward's net worth has exceeded one billion dollars thanks to his salary and investments. Messi has become the second billionaire footballer after Cristiano Ronaldo.
A heat dome will push temperatures in Europe up to 38 degrees next week. This will trigger a surge in solar energy production and set new records.
The expected public offering of SpaceX shares could make Elon Musk a trillionaire. His associates Gwynne Shotwell and Bret Johnsen are set to become billionaires.
Due to the war with Iran, the Esports World Cup has been moved from Riyadh to Paris. The tournament, featuring a $75 million prize pool, will host over 2,000 players from around the world.
The US is asking Ukraine to ease sanctions against Belarusian potash to reduce Russia's influence. Experts point to threats due to Minsk's complicity in the aggression.
Mark Rutte announced a NATO mission in the Strait of Hormuz due to threats to the economy. Allies are also discussing allocating 0.25% of GDP to support Ukraine.
Great Britain has authorized the import of fuel derived from Russian oil via third countries. The decision is attributed to market shortages and rising global prices.
Putin will discuss the construction of the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline in Beijing. Russia's economic dependence on sanctioned technologies from China has reached over 90%.
Tehran has established the PGSA body to insure vessels in the Strait of Hormuz for Bitcoin. The US and the UN oppose the introduction of these transit fees.
Beijing is ready to strengthen military trust with the US after the meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping. The parties are discussing stability amidst disputes over Taiwan.
The price of gold dropped to $4,550 due to the war with Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Investors anticipate rising inflation and interest rate hikes.
China will purchase $17 billion worth of US agricultural products annually until 2028. The parties also agreed to resume exports of American beef and poultry.
Manufacturers are stockpiling raw materials due to risks of energy shortages and supply chain disruptions amid the war with Iran. This is intensifying global inflationary pressure.
Weapon prices in Europe have surged by 60% due to the war and NATO rearmament. Estonia's Minister of Defense stated there is critical pressure on state budgets.
Margus Tsahkna warned Europe against negotiations with the Russian Federation due to its vulnerable state and economic problems. The Minister calls for increased pressure and sanctions on the Kremlin.
The Spanish government claims the service sector is dependent on migrants due to low birth rates. Without foreigners, the country faces the threat of mass bar closures.
SpaceX plans to raise $75 billion through a Nasdaq listing under the ticker SPCX. Elon Musk's company valuation will exceed $2 trillion.
Russia's GDP contracted by 0. 2% in the first quarter of 2026. This is the first decline of the war economy in the last three years.
The parties decided to discuss highly enriched uranium stockpiles later due to the complexity of the topic. Trump called the removal of the material a PR stunt while the war continues.
A shortage of jet fuel has emerged due to the war in Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Airlines are canceling flights en masse and raising ticket prices.
The Israeli Prime Minister seeks to replace US financial support with an equal partnership within a decade. Currently, the country receives $3.8 billion annually.
The price of gold fell to $4,689 after Trump rejected Iran's peace plan. Investors are awaiting U.S. inflation data amid attacks in the Gulf.
Prime Minister Mark Carney stated Canada's readiness for deeper economic integration with the US and Mexico. Ottawa is also considering new sales markets in India.
The FAO index rose by 1. 6% due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and resource shortages. Vegetable oils, meat, and cereals saw the largest price increases.
The Russian Federation will purchase 110 billion rubles worth of foreign currency and gold for the first time since 2025 due to rising oil prices. This will help replenish the fund's reserves, which have been depleted by the war.
Abbas Araghchi met with Wang Yi in Beijing on the eve of the US-China summit. The parties discussed the war and oil exports amid tightening US sanctions.
Trump and Lula will discuss the economy and the impact of the war in Iran on markets in Washington. The parties will also touch upon the issue of critical mineral supplies.
Saudi Aramco has cut the price of Arab Light crude for Asia by $4 per barrel. The cost remains at record levels due to the war and restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz.
The President of Portugal has signed a law increasing the period for obtaining citizenship from 5 to 10 years. This decision was made due to a record influx of migrants.
The price of Bitcoin exceeded $80,000 amid gains in Asian markets. Daily inflows into Bitcoin ETFs amounted to $630 million.
