PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.9045 – Reuters estimate
The People’s Bank of China is due to set the daily USD/CNY reference rate at around 0115 GMT (2115 US Eastern time), a fixing that remains one of the most closely watched signals in Asian foreign exchange markets. China operates a managed floating exchange rate system, under which the renminbi (yuan) is allowed to trade […]
Padres Notes: Rotation, Campusano, Preller
The Padres have made no secret of their desire to add another starter and one more complementary bat before Opening Day. President of baseball operations A.J. Preller reiterated those goals from Spring Training (link via AJ Cassavell of MLB.com). There are still a handful of free agent starters who could make an impact (e.g. Zac […]
Another twist to the tale involving China-Japan geopolitical tensions?
The story from earlier: Japan seizes Chinese fishing vessel in EEZ, arrests captain amid rising tensions The legality of the situation might not matter all too much. That especially since China and Japan are already in quite the state of conflict since Japan prime minister Takaichi took over. Her remarks on Japan potentially needing to […]
Trump reportedly weighs up plans to scale back on steel and aluminium tariffs
The report says that the US president is planning to roll back some tariffs on steel and aluminium goods, largely as a move to bolster his public image ahead of the November midterm elections. As a reminder, Trump slapped steel and aluminium imports with tariffs of up to 50% last year and even expanded that […]
Marlins Designate Josh Simpson For Assignment
The Marlins announced they’ve designated left-hander Josh Simpson for assignment. That opens a 40-man roster spot for fellow southpaw John King, who has officially signed his one-year deal. Simpson made his MLB debut last June. He pitched in 31 games but was rocked for a 7.34 ERA across 30 2/3 innings. The 6’2″ southpaw got ground-balls at […]
T20 World Cup: India v Namibia
India take on Namibia at the T20 World Cup tomorrow. Read our in-depth preview here… India’s stodgy display against the United States on Saturday has retrained the focus and assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate says the players now realise “we’re in a World Cup”. Defending champions and tournament co-hosts, India were expected to breeze past […]
investingLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Yen swings on official remarks
At a glance: Japan seizes Chinese vessel, adding geopolitical tension BOJ adviser signals no rush for March hike; USD/JPY rebounds China home prices deepen decline across 62 cities FX mostly rangebound ahead of US CPI USS Gerald R. Ford redeployed to Middle East; oil muted EU aviation regulator extends Iran airspace warning Gold and silver […]
USS Ford strike group will join USS Lincoln carrier strike group in Persian Gulf
USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group redirected from Caribbean to Middle East, extending deployment into spring. Summary: USS USS Gerald R. Ford and escort ships will be rerouted from the Caribbean to the Middle East, delaying their return home until late April or early May. This redeployment will see the Ford strike group join […]
Ground beef recall: 23,000 pounds over E. coli contamination risk
Check out what’s clicking on FoxBusiness.com. Federal regulators said nearly 23,000 pounds of raw ground beef are being recalled over potential E. coli contamination. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the Class1 recall Wednesday, warning that the product poses a high risk of causing “serious, adverse health consequences or death.” The affected packages were produced […]
Angels To Re-Sign Chris Taylor
The Angels are in agreement to bring back veteran utility player Chris Taylor, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. It’s not clear whether it’s an MLB deal or a minor league contract with a Spring Training invite, though the latter seems more likely. Taylor is represented by Meister Sports Management. Taylor finished the 2025 […]
