Today’s system of exchange rates act as the lynchpin of the age of globalisation, but the road to that system has been tumultuous, shaped by a series of mistrials

To prevent panic buying and selling, the Chinese government is considering a “circuit breaker” mechanism

In tough economic times technology offers the financial services industry a means of keeping costs down and profits up

Plunging oil prices hit US oil industry, with bankruptcies expected among many shale producers

Saudi Arabia has succumbed to a prolonged slump in oil prices and cut its spending plans, though at what cost to its stability is unclear

The high frequency trader accused by the US government of causing the 2010 Flash Crash has been formerly indicted, with evidence presented to a Chicago court

After reaching record lows, a pipeline shutdown and positive US economic data causes surge in oil markets

Economist specialising in Asia debunks myths surrounding an Asian currency war, pointing out China is gradually heading towards greater openness

Diamond producer De Beers reduces prices by nine percent as industry faces escalating challenges

Measure of expected volatility in US equity markets reaches highest point since 2011

A new study by the World Bank concludes that depreciations are less likely to boost exports due to global supply chains

Valeant Pharmaceuticals International has agreed to a $1bn deal for the makers of the “female Viagra”

Kazakhstan’s tenge plunges by a record 23 percent following its adoption of a floating exchange rate

Insurers face a $1.5bn bill from Tianjin explosion costs

In the rebel-held district of Aleppo, some tradesmen and activists are calling for the adoption of the Turkish lira