Top forecasters see inflation climbing to 6% in second quarter
A new survey of leading economists projects inflation will reach 6% in the second quarter, signaling further pressure on prices in the months ahead.
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IndyCar pulls ‘One Nation, One Race’ shirt after backlash over slogan
IndyCar withdrew a ‘One Nation, One Race’ T‑shirt after criticism that the slogan echoed far‑right rhetoric, highlighting concern over the series’ political drift.
Antonelli edges Verstappen to Miami pole as F1 moves start time up
Kimi Antonelli took a narrow pole over Max Verstappen in Miami qualifying, as F1 advanced Sunday’s race start by three hours due to storm forecasts.
Trump officials weigh ibogaine as potential treatment option
Ibogaine, a powerful psychedelic, is drawing new interest inside the Trump administration as officials explore possible medical uses.
Workers at original Starbucks store move to unionize in Seattle
Staff at the first-ever Starbucks in Seattle’s Pike Place Market have launched a union drive, extending a contract fight across the coffee chain.
Regulators Face Pressure Over Offshore War Bets on Prediction Markets
A CNBC report says the CFTC is under pressure to act as offshore prediction markets host bets on potential war, raising legal and ethical concerns.
India Stocks in Focus After Key Upgrade to Customer Platform Firm
An investment firm’s upgrade of a customer engagement platform to ‘buy’ put the stock in focus in India’s market action for April 6, 2026.
US intelligence sees no early easing of Iran’s Strait of Hormuz grip
Recent US intelligence assessments say Iran is unlikely to relax its tight control over the Strait of Hormuz soon, raising concerns over a key oil route.
NFL Urges Prediction Markets to Avoid ‘Objectionable’ Football Bets
League asks platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket to steer clear of certain NFL wagers, signaling a more cautious stance than other major sports.
5 things to watch before markets open Friday
From a delayed Iran strike decision to tech and China headlines, here are five key storylines investors are tracking before Friday’s opening bell.
Ficci chief urges urgent push for resilient energy ecosystem in India
Warning that fast-rising demand could strain supplies, Ficci’s director general calls for immediate action to build a more resilient energy system.