Market News
- Paschi Said to Review Lovaglio Position at Monday Board Meeting
by Sonia Sirletti on March 22, 2026 at 4:17 pmBanca Monte dei Paschi di Siena SpA’s board will discuss whether Luigi Lovaglio can remain chief executive officer after he agreed to stand for another term under a rival proposal by a minority shareholder, people familiar with the matter said.
- Bloomberg This Weekend 03/22/2026
on March 22, 2026 at 4:12 pmThe news doesn’t stop when markets close. Hosts David Gura, Christina Ruffini and Lisa Mateo bring clarity, context and a bit of humor to the weekend’s biggest headlines, LIVE from New York. Joined by The Associated Press International Correspondent Philip Crowther, Politico National Security Reporter Eric Bazail-Eimil, American Petroleum Institute SVP Policy, Economics and Regulatory Affairs Dusitin Meyer, Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter, Eurasia Group President and Founder Ian Bremmer, Award-Winning Baseball Player & Businessman Alex Rodriguez, Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, Rep. Glenn Ivey and Rep. Greg Steube, Politico Reporter Jason Beeferman and Former White House Council of Economic Advisers Under Biden Senior Advisor Martha Gimbel. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Fannie, Freddie Place Large Bids for Mortgage-Backed Securities
by Scott Carpenter on March 22, 2026 at 3:00 pmFannie Mae and Freddie Mac have begun placing sizable orders to purchase mortgage-backed securities, stepping into a market roiled by widening bond spreads and a surge in volatility, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter.
- Bessent Says US to Press Ahead in Iran War With Hormuz in Sights
by Tony Czuczka on March 22, 2026 at 2:13 pmTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent said US-Israeli attacks on Iran are aimed at destroying its fortifications along the Strait of Hormuz while Iranian leaders face a Monday deadline from President Donald Trump to reopen the waterway.
- Ian Bremmer says Iran War's Not "Priced into the Markets" Yet
Eurasia Group President and Founder Ian Bremmer joins David Gura and Christina Ruffini this morning […]
- Options Market Reverts to 2022 Playbook for Iran War Risks
Investors are looking back at 2022 for clues on how the risk from the Iran war unfolds across […]
- Rep. Greg Steube: I Don't Want to See Our Troops on the Ground
As the war in Iran drags into its third week, Rep. Greg Steub joins David Gura and Christina […]
- Rep. Ivey: Let's Have a War Powers Act Debate
As the war in Iran drags into its third week, Rep. Glenn Ivey joins David Gura and Christina […]
- India’s Modi Stresses Need for Secure Shipping in Iran Call
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the importance of keeping shipping lanes open and […]
- Negative West Texas Gas Prices Reveal Mismatch in Global Energy
A dislocation in global energy supplies means that even as buyers in some parts of the world are […]
- State Street, Voya Seek Shelter From Default Risk
As rising energy prices and growing inflation fears make corporate bonds look increasingly risky, […]
- Shockwave of War Is Rippling Through the Global Economy
The global economy’s first collective health check since war broke out in the Middle East will […]
political news
- Slovenia Elections Remain Too Close to Call, Exit Poll Shows
by Jan Bratanic on March 22, 2026 at 6:02 pmThe race between Slovenian nationalist leader Janez Jansa and incumbent Prime Minister Robert Golob is still too close to call as polling stations close in parliamentary elections, an exit poll showed.
- Trump DHS Nominee Mullin Advances in Senate Procedural Vote
by Alicia Diaz on March 22, 2026 at 5:48 pmRepublican Senator Markwayne Mullin advanced toward confirmation as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, clearing a procedural obstacle on Sunday that put his nomination on track for a final Senate vote early this week.
- German Conservatives Set for Election Win in Socialist Haven
by Arne Delfs on March 22, 2026 at 5:11 pmChancellor Friedrich Merz’s party was poised to dislodge the Social Democrats from power after 35 years in a southwestern German state, notching a win for a conservative leader struggling to gain traction among voters.
- Colombia’s Presidential Race Shifts as Valencia Gains Ground
by Andreina Itriago on March 22, 2026 at 4:09 pmColombian Senator Paloma Valencia and running mate Juan Daniel Oviedo rose to second place in a poll ahead of elections starting in May to determine who succeeds President Gustavo Petro.
- Border Czar Says ICE Will Do ‘Non-Significant’ Tasks at Airports
by Natalie Lung on March 22, 2026 at 2:53 pmImmigration and Customs Enforcement agents assigned to help ease long lines at airport security during the Department of Homeland Security shutdown will only conduct “non-significant” tasks such as guarding exits, border czar Tom Homan said.
- Pentagon to Push AI Battlefield Integration With Focus on Maven
The Pentagon intends to accelerate AI-enabled decision-making and put it at the heart of its […]
- Trump Floats ‘Winding Down’ Iran War as Strikes Continue
As the US-Israeli bombing campaign in Iran entered its fourth week, President Donald Trump allowed […]
- Ukraine Says It Hit Saratov Refinery in Attack on Russian Energy
Ukraine’s military said it attacked Rosneft PJSC’s Saratov oil refinery in southwestern Russia […]
- Iran’s Strike Attempt on Diego Garcia Reveals Missile Range
Iran launched ballistic missiles at the joint US-UK military base in Diego Garcia on Friday, […]
- India’s Modi Stresses Need for Secure Shipping in Iran Call
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the importance of keeping shipping lanes open and […]
Wealth
- Football Row in Africa Tests Tycoon’s Ability to Restore Trust
by Yinka Ibukun, Katarina Hoije, Rivaldo Jantjies on March 21, 2026 at 6:15 amSouth African billionaire Patrice Motsepe has been lauded for cleaning up the finances of Africa’s most powerful sports organization, but a football trophy scandal has highlighted the deep mistrust that still dogs the body.
Tech & Innovation
- Why Australia’s Social Media Restrictions are Dividing Opinion
on March 22, 2026 at 2:04 pmAustralia’s decision to restrict social media for users under 16 has become a global test case for regulating Big Tech and protecting youth mental health. Parents like Dany Elachi see the rules as long overdue, while researchers like Ravi Iyer warn of real psychological risks tied to excessive use. But social media executives such as Snap’s Jennifer Park Stout question whether bans can work in practice, as children find workarounds and platforms struggle to enforce age limits. Advocates like Paul Litherland argue stronger enforcement is needed, while policymakers worldwide watch closely to see whether Australia’s approach can balance safety, freedom, and technology’s role in everyday life. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Russia Launches Cargo Ship to ISS From Baikonur After Repairs
by Vladimir Kuznetsov on March 22, 2026 at 1:50 pmRussia launched an uncrewed cargo spacecraft toward the International Space Station on Sunday after recent repairs to the Baikonur Cosmodrome launch site, NASA said.
- How AI's Revolution Could Mirror the Industrial Revolution
on March 22, 2026 at 1:32 pmAs the debate about our AI future continues to rage, Yale Budget Lab's Executive Director and Co-Founder, Martha Gimbel, joined 'Bloomberg This Weekend' to discuss how documentation of the industrial revolution via 19th century novels can inform how this evolution could impact our lives. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Bitcoin Drops Below $69,000 as War Fears Weigh on Crypto Markets
by Vildana Hajric on March 22, 2026 at 1:01 pmBitcoin and other cryptocurrencies declined anew as the US, Israel and Iran traded fresh threats and attacks.
- College Dining, Espresso and Opera, Social Media Blues | BTW
on March 22, 2026 at 12:59 pmCatch up on all the headlines with BTW. Lisa Mateo, Christina Ruffini and David Gura dive into the headlines you may have missed on Bloomberg This Weekend. Watch more here: Watch the show LIVE every Saturday and Sunday morning. (Source: Bloomberg)
