TSMC approved forming a new joint venture with Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation.

In a joint statement on Tuesday, Australian Prime Minister Albanese and the Vietnam president agreed to further strengthen defence and security cooperation and to step up efforts against transnational organised crime and people‑smuggling. During the Vietnam president's first visit to Australia, both sides pledged to increase trade and investment and to support "resilient supply chains in critical minerals, semiconductors and clean energy."

Barclays maintains Brent price forecasts at $96/bbl for 2026 and $85/bbl for 2027.