Law professor Alex Wang credited China for its advancements in green technology but criticized its shortcomings in ecological protection at a book talk Wednesday. The talk was divided between Wang’s explanation of his book titled “Chinese Global Environmentalism” and a conversation between him and Mary Nichols, the former chair of the California Air Resources Board.  

Key Points The S&P 500 declined 2% during the first week of March after the U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iran. Brent crude oil recently hit $94 per barrel, the highest price since late 2022, as Iran has targeted oil infrastructure and tankers near the Strait of Hormuz. Historically, geopolitical shocks have generally been...

Key Points The S&P 500 declined 2% during the first week of March after the U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iran. Brent crude oil recently hit $94 per barrel, the highest price since late 2022, as Iran has targeted oil infrastructure and tankers near the Strait of Hormuz. Historically, geopolitical shocks have generally been...