Law and Government

Prince Andrew Epstein pressure grows after new files, photos, and a second claim on Feb 1. What SG investors should watch for governance, brand, and legal risk.

DOJ’s 3 million Epstein files release sparks House Judiciary scrutiny as Pam Bondi faces a March hearing while Trump denies wrongdoing. What investors should watch next.

Takashi Kawamura’s bloc splits on Japan’s consumption tax. We assess abolition vs 5% scenarios, investor impacts, fiscal signals, and what to watch into Japan election 2026.

Epstein files released put Kevin Rudd’s name in headlines as Democrats seek an urgent DOJ review of redactions. We assess Australian political, diplomatic, and investor implications today.

Audrey Hepburn Meghan Markle comparisons fuel social media backlash around the As Ever brand. We assess the Valentine’s Day collection, GB regulatory angles, and investor risks.

SAVE Act update with a voter ID requirement is being tied to a government funding standoff amid a partial shutdown. We explain risks, Senate filibuster talk, and investor takeaways.

Australia signals it will not join Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’. We assess US tariffs risk, ASEAN trade exposure, and AUKUS diplomacy implications for ASX investors.

Iran US talks cool war fears, trimming oil price risk as investors watch the Strait of Hormuz. We preview ^GSPC levels, crypto spillovers, and what matters for Australia today.

Keir Starmer Japan visit: Tokyo and London will speed up a joint fighter with Italy, deepen cyber defense, and secure critical minerals, with a 2+2 meeting planned this year for concrete steps.

Is the government shut down? A partial shutdown likely lasts until Tuesday as the House stalls a Senate bill. We explain market risks, S&P 500 levels, and what investors should watch now.