... the region and restrictions on civil liberties in the name of preventing terrorist attacks. More broadly, the image of Pakistan as an enemy unites Indian society and distracts attention from internal problems—be it interreligious tensions, economic difficulties, or regional uprisings. When political leadership needs to bolster support, rhetoric directed at Pakistan intensifies. During internal crises (such as mass protests), official statements may focus on the “external threat,” shifting public ...

... between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and President Donald Trump, scheduled for Sunday in Scotland, is intended to cement this trade compromise. The prospect of resolving the dispute supports the European market: despite industrial difficulties, hopes for the swift removal of barriers and ongoing business adaptation have allowed most regional stock indices to remain in positive territory. However, caution remains – if the deal collapses at the last moment or proves incomplete,...

... revenue growth. These results signal that even with rising prices, consumers are not cutting back on everyday goods spending—a key indicator of the health of the global consumer sector. Volkswagen AG – Europe’s largest car manufacturer faced serious difficulties. According to half-year results, Volkswagen’s operating profit in Q2 fell by more than 29% YoY (to ~€2.3 billion), and net profit declined by 36%. The main reasons include a sales slump in the key market of China, where competition from ...

For the Long Weekend The books are categorized into three sections based on their level of difficulty. The first level is suitable for those who are just starting to invest or are even only considering this form of asset allocation. The second level is aimed at seasoned investors, while the third level targets those who are ready to transition from passive investing to trading and aspire to make stock trading their primary source of income. Level One Investments for Beginners 1. Benjamin Graham...

... led to increased electricity demand for air conditioning. Estimates show that the July heat is raising daily energy consumption in certain European countries by 10–15% compared to average levels. At the same time, several thermal power plants faced difficulties due to overheating water for cooling and other weather factors, but systemic outages have been avoided. Energy companies and network operators have implemented a state of heightened readiness to cope with peak loads. Meanwhile, the share ...