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Artificial Intelligence IPOs poised to drive next wave of S&P 500 growth

Artificial Intelligence IPOs poised to drive next wave of S&P 500 growth

The year 2026 may be one of the decisive years for the S&P 500 index. This index, considered the main indicator of the U.S. stock market, has for decades served investors both as a reliable unit of measurement and as a mirror of economic trends. However, in the coming period, the dynamics of the S&P 500 will be determined not only by the performance of existing giants, but also by the entry of new technology companies, especially players operating in the field of artificial intelligence, into the stock exchange.

Nation
BREAKING: U.S. tanker aircraft surge toward Middle East [PHOTO]

BREAKING: U.S. tanker aircraft surge toward Middle East [PHOTO]

Multiple U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker aircraft have been tracked flying toward and across the Mediterranean, marking a continued buildup of American aerial refueling capabilities in the direction of the Middle East, Azernews reports.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil prices rise sharply at Augusta and Ceyhan ports

Azeri Light oil prices rise sharply at Augusta and Ceyhan ports

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil at Italy’s Augusta port rose by $2.52, or 3.58 percent, compared to the previous level, reaching $72.89 per barrel on a CIF basis, Azernews reports.

Business
Kazakhstan wheat exports jump 50% as Central Asia becomes key market

Kazakhstan wheat exports jump 50% as Central Asia becomes key market

Since the start of the 2025–2026 marketing year (September–December), Kazakhstan has exported over 4.1 million tons of wheat, nearly 1.5 times more than during the same period last season, Azernews reports, citing Yevgeni Karabanov, head of the Analytical Committee at the Kazakhstan Grain Union. Karabanov highlighted that December was a record-breaking month for the country’s grain exports. During the month, Kazakhstan supplied...

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Armenia’s pre-election debate slips back into Karabakh illusions [OPINION]

Armenia’s pre-election debate slips back into Karabakh illusions [OPINION]

As Armenia approaches its parliamentary elections scheduled for June, opposition forces appear increasingly eager to revive long-discredited narratives in an attempt to mobilize a shrinking and disoriented electorate. The closer election day comes, the more desperate the rhetoric sounds. Among the most active voices in this campaign of political nostalgia is Armenia’s former president and former leader of the so-called “Nagorno-Karabakh Republic,” Robert Kocharyan.

Armenian Aggression
Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

A landmine explosion occurred in the Qızıloba village area of Ağdərə district, recently liberated from occupation, resulting in injury to a humanitarian worker, Azernews reports, citing the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA).

World
Tesla robotaxis crash nine times more than regular cars

Tesla robotaxis crash nine times more than regular cars

The American company Tesla does not typically disclose detailed information about accidents involving its autonomous vehicles, but it is required to report incidents at the request of U.S. regulators, including the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). According to statistics, Tesla’s robotaxis in Texas are involved in accidents nine times more frequently than conventional vehicles with human drivers across the United States, Azernews reports.

Travel
Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport

Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport
Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month

Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month
Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]

Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]
Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture

Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture
Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park

Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park
Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Lifestyle
Eurovision to mark its anniversary with first-ever live tour across Europe

Eurovision to mark its anniversary with first-ever live tour across Europe

To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Eurovision Song Contest, organizers are launching the first-ever Eurovision Song Contest Live Tour, a major summer tour across ten European cities running from June 15 to July 2, 2026, Azernews reports.

Culture
Int'l Mugham Center promotes ashiq art through new project [PHOTOS]

Int'l Mugham Center promotes ashiq art through new project [PHOTOS]

The International Mugham Center has hosted a concert titled "The Voice of the Saz, the Breath of the Word," featuring performances of traditional ashiq music, Azernews reports.

Events
Trump’s second term and Iran: Strategic shift or renewed confrontation?

Trump’s second term and Iran: Strategic shift or renewed confrontation?

When Donald Trump returned to the White House for a second presidential term in 2025, many international analysts predicted that his foreign policy would avoid costly new wars.

Sports
Seven-week pause in current global conflicts proposed

Seven-week pause in current global conflicts proposed

The United Nations and the organizers of the Milano–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games have called for a seven-week pause in ongoing conflicts worldwide, one week ahead of the opening of the prestigious sporting event.

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