by Rachel Poole | Jun 1, 2020 | Crossroads
Here is a summary of the most important events that unfolded this month, and which may affect economic, financial and geopolitical issues in the months ahead: North America At the beginning of May, both President Donald Trump and top Chinese officials reaffirmed that...
by Rachel Poole | May 5, 2020 | Crossroads
Here is a summary of the most important events that unfolded this past month, and which may affect economic, financial and geopolitical issues in the months ahead: North America Crude oil futures went negative for the first time in history on April 20th....
by Rachel Poole | Apr 1, 2020 | Crossroads
North America The United States (US) Congress passed the largest economic relief package in US history in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The deal includes $300 billion allocated for cash payments to individuals, over $350 billion in loans for small businesses,...
by Rachel Poole | Mar 3, 2020 | Crossroads
Here is a summary of the most important events that unfolded last month, and which may affect economic, financial and geopolitical issues in the months ahead: North America The last week of February, global markets had the worst week on record since the 2008 financial...
by Rachel Poole | Feb 3, 2020 | Crossroads
Here is a summary of the most important events that unfolded last month, and which may affect economic, financial and geopolitical issues in the months ahead: North America An airstrike launched by the US government in Iraq killed top Iranian general Qassem...
by Rachel Poole | Jan 2, 2020 | Crossroads
Here is a summary of the most important events that unfolded last month, and which may affect economic, financial and geopolitical issues in the months ahead: North America The United States (US) House of Representatives voted to impeach President Donald Trump for his...