News Archive

March 20, 2026Connected

23 storiesLast updated: 12:03:02 PM

Geopolitics

GeopoliticsBearish

US DEA Designates Colombian President as 'Priority Target' Amid Trafficking Allegations

Key Facts

•The US DEA has labeled the President of Colombia a 'priority target' due to alleged ties to drug trafficking.
•This label is typically reserved for individuals who have a 'significant impact' on the international drug trade.

Impact:

8/10

USD/COP GXG Colombian Sovereign Bonds

7 months ago

Stocks

StocksMixed

McCormick Confirms Discussions to Acquire Unilever's Foods Business

Key Facts

•McCormick & Company (MKC) confirmed it is in discussions with Unilever regarding a potential strategic transaction.
•The discussions involve Unilever's Foods business unit.
•McCormick's statement was issued in response to an earlier announcement by Unilever.

Impact:

7/10

MKC UL UN

7 months ago

Central Banks

Central BanksBullish

RBA Unexpectedly Hikes Rates to 4.10% Amid Narrow 5-4 Policy Split

Key Facts

•The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) delivered a 25bp rate hike, taking the cash rate to 4.10%.
•The decision was finely balanced with a narrow 5-4 split vote among policymakers.

Impact:

7/10

AUD/USD AUD/JPY ASX 200

7 months ago

Macro Economy

Macro EconomyBearish

New York Faces Fiscal Crisis as High Taxes Drive Wealthy Residents Out

Key Facts

•New York experienced a net loss of nearly 1 million residents from 2020 to 2023.
•State taxes in New York are nearly three times higher than the national average.
•The cost of living in New York is around 50% higher than the national average.

Impact:

6/10

NY Municipal Bonds VNO SLG

7 months ago

Commodities

CommoditiesMixed

Cuba Restores Power Grid Amid US Blockade as China Deepens Energy Ties

Key Facts

•Cuba reconnected its power grid after a 30-hour blackout caused by a US oil blockade.
•US pressure has led to deepening ties between Cuba and China in the energy sector.
•Cuba's power grid suffers from obsolescence and structural fragility.

Impact:

6/10

Crude Oil CNY/USD

7 months ago

March 20, 2026Connected

23 storiesLast updated: 12:03:02 PM

Geopolitics

GeopoliticsBearish

US DEA Designates Colombian President as 'Priority Target' Amid Trafficking Allegations

Key Facts

•The US DEA has labeled the President of Colombia a 'priority target' due to alleged ties to drug trafficking.
•This label is typically reserved for individuals who have a 'significant impact' on the international drug trade.

Impact:

8/10

USD/COP GXG Colombian Sovereign Bonds

7 months ago

Stocks

StocksMixed

McCormick Confirms Discussions to Acquire Unilever's Foods Business

Key Facts

•McCormick & Company (MKC) confirmed it is in discussions with Unilever regarding a potential strategic transaction.
•The discussions involve Unilever's Foods business unit.
•McCormick's statement was issued in response to an earlier announcement by Unilever.

Impact:

7/10

MKC UL UN

7 months ago

Central Banks

Central BanksBullish

RBA Unexpectedly Hikes Rates to 4.10% Amid Narrow 5-4 Policy Split

Key Facts

•The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) delivered a 25bp rate hike, taking the cash rate to 4.10%.
•The decision was finely balanced with a narrow 5-4 split vote among policymakers.

Impact:

7/10

AUD/USD AUD/JPY ASX 200

7 months ago

Macro Economy

Macro EconomyBearish

New York Faces Fiscal Crisis as High Taxes Drive Wealthy Residents Out

Key Facts

•New York experienced a net loss of nearly 1 million residents from 2020 to 2023.
•State taxes in New York are nearly three times higher than the national average.
•The cost of living in New York is around 50% higher than the national average.

Impact:

6/10

NY Municipal Bonds VNO SLG

7 months ago

Commodities

CommoditiesMixed

Cuba Restores Power Grid Amid US Blockade as China Deepens Energy Ties

Key Facts

•Cuba reconnected its power grid after a 30-hour blackout caused by a US oil blockade.
•US pressure has led to deepening ties between Cuba and China in the energy sector.
•Cuba's power grid suffers from obsolescence and structural fragility.

Impact:

6/10

Crude Oil CNY/USD

7 months ago

GeopoliticsBearish

Denmark Prepared Military Contingencies Against U.S. Over Greenland Sovereignty

Key Facts

•Denmark deployed explosives to destroy key runways in Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq to prevent U.S. aircraft from landing in the event of an invasion.
•Blood supplies from Danish hospitals were transported to Greenland to treat potential casualties in combat scenarios with U.S. forces.
•France and Germany provided intelligence and military planning support to Copenhagen to develop defensive plans against a NATO ally.

Impact:

7/10

EUR/USD DKK XAU/USD

7 months ago

StocksBullish

Space ETF UFO Surges 104% as Space Economy Targets $1 Trillion Milestone

Key Facts

•The Procure Space ETF (UFO) has surged 104% over the past year.
•The space economy is projected to reach $1 trillion by 2034.
•Anticipation of a SpaceX IPO and increased global defense spending are key sector catalysts.

Impact:

7/10

UFO ARKX ITA SPCX

7 months ago

StocksBullish

Envela Corp Reports Massive Q4 Growth as Consumer Segment Surges

Key Facts

•Envela Corporation reported an EPS growth of approximately 180% in Q4 FY25.
•Revenue rose 66% to $80.5 million, driven by the Consumer segment.
•Consumer segment operating income surged ~2,200%, now representing 61% of total operating profit.

Impact:

7/10

ELA

7 months ago

StocksBullish

Unilever in Talks to Sell Food Business to McCormick in Strategic Shift

Key Facts

•Unilever is in talks to sell its food business, including the Hellmann's brand, to McCormick & Company.

Impact:

7/10

UL MKC UNA.AS

7 months ago

StocksBullish

A2Z Cust2Mate Targets $100M Revenue by 2026 Driven by Smart Cart Expansion

Key Facts

•The company targets $100M+ in revenue and >50% EBITDA margins by the end of 2026.
•The company holds $68.5M in cash with a low enterprise value, suggesting potential for multiple expansion.
•The business model uses a razor-and-blades approach, combining upfront hardware losses with high-margin SaaS and ad revenue.

Impact:

6/10

7 months ago

StocksBullish

Pharvaris Publishes Positive Phase 2 Data for Deucrictibant in The Lancet Haematology

Key Facts

•Pharvaris published Phase 2 data for deucrictibant in the prestigious journal The Lancet Haematology.
•The CHAPTER-1 and RAPIDe-1 studies demonstrated the efficacy and safety of the drug for prophylaxis and on-demand treatment of HAE attacks.
•Deucrictibant is an oral small-molecule bradykinin B2 receptor antagonist.

Impact:

6/10

PHVS

7 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated×3

FedEx Raises Annual Guidance Amid Surging Fuel Costs and Geopolitical Risks

Key Facts

•FedEx raised its annual sales and profit guidance for the current year.
•FedEx shares rose in extended trading following the announcement.
•The upbeat guidance comes despite geopolitical threats in Iran and surging fuel prices.

Impact:

6/10

FDX UPS IYT

7 months ago

StocksBullish

D-Wave Strengthens 2026 Quantum Computing Position via Strategic Acquisition

Key Facts

•D-Wave's acquisition of Quantum Circuits strengthens its gate-model capabilities.
•The company aims for leadership in speed, error correction, and scalability by 2026.

Impact:

6/10

QBTS

7 months ago

StocksMixed

Franklin FTSE China ETF: Attractive Valuations Meet Geopolitical Risks

Key Facts

•FLCH ETF offers cost-efficient exposure to China's evolving high-tech and industrial sectors.
•The fund trades at an attractive P/E ratio of 13.85x compared to higher global peers.
•Positive catalysts include supportive PBOC policies and China's 15th Five-Year Plan prioritizing advanced industries.

Impact:

6/10

FLCH MCHI FXI KWEB

7 months ago

StocksBullish

Banco Macro to Acquire Banco Sáenz in Strategic Argentina Expansion

Key Facts

•Banco Macro S.A. and Fintech Digital LLC entered into a stock purchase agreement to acquire Banco Sáenz S.A.
•The sellers are Liliana Mónica Frávega, Facundo Frávega, and Luciano González-Lobo.

Impact:

6/10

BMA

7 months ago

StocksBullish

Alstom Secures €800M Contract Extension with Metrolinx in Canada

Key Facts

•Alstom extended its contract with Ontario's Metrolinx agency for an additional 5 years.
•The renewed contract is valued at approximately €800 million ($1.3 billion CAD) and runs until 2031.
•The contract covers the operation and maintenance of GO Transit and UP Express fleets in Toronto.

Impact:

6/10

ALO.PA

7 months ago

StocksMixedUpdated

Pinterest CEO Bill Ready Calls for Social Media Ban for Youth Under 16

Key Facts

•Pinterest CEO Bill Ready called on governments to ban social media for youth under 16 in a Time Magazine essay.

Impact:

6/10

PINS META SNAP GOOGL

7 months ago

StocksBullish

Mastercard Stock Undervalued Despite Strong Growth and High Profit Margins

Key Facts

•Mastercard processed 46.5 billion transactions in Q4 2025.
•The company maintains a 47% net profit margin with a forecast of 15.7% EPS CAGR through 2028.
•The stock trades at a forward P/E of 26.1, representing a 16% discount to fair value.

Impact:

6/10

MA V PYPL

7 months ago

StocksBullish

Netflix Expands Live Content in South Korea with Upcoming BTS Concert

Key Facts

•Netflix sees increasing opportunities for live events in South Korea, including sports and nonfiction series.
•The platform is preparing to livestream a highly anticipated BTS comeback concert in Seoul.

Impact:

6/10

NFLX

7 months ago

StocksBullish

Roblox to Share In-Game Brand Deal Revenue Starting 2027

Key Facts

•Roblox will start taking a portion of revenue from in-game brand deals beginning in 2027.
•The initiative aims to attract more brand advertising dollars and increase earnings for creators on the platform.

Impact:

6/10

RBLX

7 months ago

StocksBullish

UBS Secures US National Bank Charter to Expand Financial Services Nationwide

Key Facts

•UBS received approval to convert its subsidiary, UBS Bank USA, into a nationally chartered bank.
•The new charter will allow the bank to offer a full range of banking products and services across the United States.

Impact:

6/10

UBS XLF

7 months ago

StocksBullish

Snail Games Leverages GDC 2026 and Sales Milestones to Drive Growth

Key Facts

•The game Bellwright reached a milestone of 1 million units sold.
•Snail Games announced a new title, Gobby Gang, during GDC 2026.
•Echoes of Elysium's positive rating increased by over 50% within 3 months of Early Access launch.

Impact:

6/10

SNAL

7 months ago

Macro EconomyMixed

US Government Registers Aliens.gov Domain Ahead of Potential UAP Disclosure

Key Facts

•The Executive Office of the President has registered the aliens.gov domain as a potential portal for declassified materials.
•President Trump issued directives to release all government files related to extraterrestrial life and Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).
•A former Bank of England analyst warned of potential economic shock, market volatility, and loss of institutional trust following disclosure.

Impact:

6/10

SPY XAU/USD DXY LMT NOC

7 months ago