Highlights:

• Trump Vows Higher Tariffs for Nations That 'Play Games' on Deals — President Trump threatened increased tariffs on countries that breach existing US trade agreements following a Supreme Court decision against his global duties. Bloomberg Politics

• EU Halts US Trade Deal as Tariff Turmoil Creates Uncertainty — The European Union froze ratification of its US trade deal pending clarity on Trump's tariff plans, citing economic strain on an already tense relationship. Bloomberg Economics

• Live Nation Seeks to Pause DOJ Case a Week Before Trial — Live Nation Entertainment asked a federal judge to pause its antitrust case one week before trial to appeal a ruling denying dismissal. Bloomberg Politics

• Israel Holds Interest Rates as Uncertainty Over Iran Persists — Israel's central bank kept rates unchanged amid geopolitical uncertainty over a potential US strike on Iran. Bloomberg Economics

• Angola Sees Oil Revenue Surpassed by Non-Oil Tax Take This Year — Angola expects non-oil tax revenue to exceed oil receipts in 2026 for the first time as the government expands its tax base. Bloomberg Economics

• Peru's New President Taps Prominent Economist as Prime Minister — Peru's new president appointed pro-market economist Hernando de Soto as prime minister to lead an interim government through April elections. Bloomberg Politics

• Trump Reverts to First-Term Tumult as Republican Fears Mount — Trump's return to office has drawn praise from supporters for legislative efficiency and trade agenda execution, though concerns persist among Republicans. Bloomberg Politics

• Mexico's Economy Barely Grew in 2025 as Sheinbaum Chases More Investment — Mexico's economy slowed for a fourth consecutive year in 2025, hampered by weak investment, a large budget deficit, and trade uncertainty. Bloomberg Economics

• BOE Rate-Setter Taylor Says Trump Tariffs Are 'Here to Stay' — Bank of England official Alan Taylor warned that US tariffs will affect global trade and UK inflation for years despite last week's Supreme Court ruling against Trump's policy. Bloomberg Economics

• UK Effort to Remove Andrew From Line of Succession Gathers Pace — A UK government proposal to remove Prince Andrew from the line of succession gained momentum with backing from Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Bloomberg Politics