Maybe You Missed This News – Business Weekly Round-Up

By karmaX Expert

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Updated 11:00 AM GMT+7, Mon November 18, 2025

Keeping track of global business news is becoming increasingly important as markets shift faster than ever. Here’s a curated selection of the most notable developments from this week – sourced from Reuters, Bloomberg, The Guardian and major global outlets.

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Global markets slide as tech valuations face pressure

U.S. and Asian equities moved sharply lower as investors reassessed elevated tech valuations. According to Reuters (Nov 17), the S&P 500 and Nasdaq both fell significantly amid profit-taking in semiconductor and AI-related stocks. Asian markets mirrored the downturn, slipping around 1.2% as the sentiment spread across the region.
Sources: Reuters, Bloomberg.

Oil prices fall as Russia’s Novorossiysk port resumes operations

Global oil prices declined after Russia restarted crude loadings at its key Black Sea export hub, which had been temporarily halted following a Ukrainian strike. Brent crude dropped below USD 64 per barrel, while WTI fell under USD 60 (Reuters Energy, 2025)

Japan and Switzerland report GDP contraction; Alphabet jumps on Berkshire stake

Japan’s GDP shrank 0.4% in Q3 2025 and Switzerland’s contracted by 0.5%, reflecting weaker exports and manufacturing headwinds.
Meanwhile, Alphabet surged after Berkshire Hathaway disclosed a multibillion-dollar investment in the company (The Guardian Business Live, 2025)

UK business leaders delay investments ahead of the new Budget

A survey by Barclays UK Corporate Bank found that 55% of UK executives have paused major investment decisions due to economic uncertainty ahead of the November Budget (The Scottish Sun, 2025). Their top concerns include operating costs, access to financing, and talent shortages

Aviation mega-orders and trade-finance initiatives make global headlines

At the Dubai Airshow 2025, Emirates placed an order for 65 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft, underscoring confidence in long-haul travel demand.
At the same time, the Saudi Trade Finance Summit in Riyadh convened global leaders to reshape trade and supply-chain frameworks across the Middle East (Gulf News; Travel & Tour World, 2025)

Before we wrap up: What do all these developments signal?

Together, these stories point to a world where markets are shifting unevenly, capital is becoming more selective, and industries are repositioning themselves in response to geopolitical and technological pressures.

While technology remains a long-term growth driver, short-term volatility is increasing. Energy markets are stabilizing but remain sensitive to geopolitical updates. Export-driven economies like Japan and Switzerland are experiencing headwinds, while the Middle East continues to strengthen its role in global aviation and trade. For businesses, this week’s news underscores the need to stay adaptive, manage risks proactively, and reassess global strategies as the economic landscape evolves.