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A Democratic sweep of Congress signalled a new political era in Washington and reverberated throughout global markets, with stocks and bonds rising while the dollar fell.
H impact | GEOPOLITICS | Nov 04, 2026, 02:46 PM UTC
US Stocks Rally After Democratic Victory
US stocks rallied sharply on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 gaining 1.2%, the Nasdaq rising 1.1% and the Dow Jones surging 1,100 points, following the Democratic sweep of both chamber
H impact | GEOPOLITICS | Nov 04, 2026, 02:35 PM UTC
South African Rand at 2-Week High
The South African rand strengthened to around 16.5 per USD, reaching a two-week high, supported by a weaker US dollar and firmer precious metals prices. The US midterm election res
H impact | GEOPOLITICS | Nov 04, 2026, 02:26 PM UTC
Indonesia Deploys Troops as President Sacks Aide Accused of Wiretapping
Troops were deployed in Indonesia as the president dismissed an aide accused of wiretapping.
M impact | GEOPOLITICS | Nov 04, 2026, 02:21 PM UTC
EU Foreign Affairs Chief Kallas: Hope New Congress, Senate Will Continue Ukraine Support
H impact | GEOPOLITICS | Nov 04, 2026, 02:18 PM UTC
Houthis Say They Targeted Riyadh Airport; No Saudi Confirmation
The Houthis said they targeted Riyadh Airport, with no confirmation from Saudi Arabia, according to Reuters.
M impact | GEOPOLITICS | Nov 04, 2026, 02:17 PM UTC