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Coca-Cola raises forecasts, bets on price hikes and ad blitz

Coca-Cola raised its annual sales and profit forecasts on Tuesday, as the beverage maker expects to benefit from price hikes and an advertising blitz, mainly in

Coca-Cola raises forecasts, bets on price hikes and ad blitz
Business|Technology

Japan Airlines orders 20 Airbus A350s, 11 A321neos

Japan Airlines has ordered 20 Airbus A350-900 and 11 A321neo planes, Airbus's planemaking chief Christian Scherer said at the Farnborough Airshow on Tuesday.

Japan Airlines orders 20 Airbus A350s, 11 A321neos
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

India's Hindustan Unilever reports higher Q1 profit on volume growth

India's Hindustan Unilever (HUL) posted a higher first-quarter profit on Tuesday as price cuts boosted volumes, while a revival of the company's key home care business indicated a

India's Hindustan Unilever reports higher Q1 profit on volume growth
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

China encourages some firms to tap foreign debt to boost real economy

China's top economic planner said on Tuesday it will support high-quality companies to borrow medium- and long-term foreign debt, to support the development of the real economy,

China encourages some firms to tap foreign debt to boost real economy
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Cheap deliveries swamp UPS earnings, sending shares reeling

United Parcel Service lowered its 2024 operating margin target on Tuesday, after new e-commerce customers - identified by industry

Cheap deliveries swamp UPS earnings, sending shares reeling
Business|Technology|Travel

Virgin Atlantic orders seven more Airbus A330neos

Virgin Atlantic has ordered a further seven Airbus A330-900 planes, the airline said at the Farnborough Airshow on Tuesday.

Virgin Atlantic orders seven more Airbus A330neos
Business|Europe

Wegovy-maker Novo Nordisk buys land in Denmark for potential new production plant

Novo Nordisk, the maker of weight-loss drug Wegovy, earlier this month bought a 200-acre site in Denmark's third largest city Odense and will begin

Wegovy-maker Novo Nordisk buys land in Denmark for potential new production plant
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Bosch to buy Johnson Controls air-conditioning assets in $8 billion deal

Robert Bosch has agreed to acquire Johnson Controls' and Hitachi's residential ventilation businesses for $8 billion, it said on Tuesday, in what will be

Bosch to buy Johnson Controls air-conditioning assets in $8 billion deal
Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Toyota to launch $5.16 billion tender offer for own shares

Toyota Motor said on Tuesday it would launch an 807 billion yen ($5.16 billion) tender offer for its own shares.

Toyota to launch $5.16 billion tender offer for own shares
Business|Finance|Technology

Beazley says has no plans to change guidance after mass IT outage

Insurer Beazley said on Tuesday it had no plans to alter its guidance in the wake of Friday's global IT glitch, which crashed an estimated 8.5 million Windows-operated devices,

Beazley says has no plans to change guidance after mass IT outage
Asia|Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets|Technology

South Korean tech giant Kakao's founder arrested in stock price manipulation case

South Korean prosecutors have arrested the founder of the country’s tech giant Kakao Corp. on suspicion of stock price rigging during his company’s takeover of a major K-pop agency last year

South Korean tech giant Kakao's founder arrested in stock price manipulation case
Business|Finance|Technology

Computer parts maker Logitech lifts outlook after upbeat quarter

Computer mouse maker Logitech International raised its full-year sales and profit outlook on Tuesday, after a strong performance across nearly all product categories

Computer parts maker Logitech lifts outlook after upbeat quarter
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

World shares edge down, US yields fall as markets eye earnings, economic data

Global stocks edged lower after paring early gains while U.S. bond yields dropped on Tuesday as markets awaited economic data and a plethora of corporate earnings,

World shares edge down, US yields fall as markets eye earnings, economic data
Business|Finance|Health|US

Robitussin maker settles lawsuit in US over 'non-drowsy' claim

The maker of Robitussin settled a consumer lawsuit that claimed its "non-drowsy" cough and flu medicine causes drowsiness, agreeing to pay $4.5 million and

Robitussin maker settles lawsuit in US over 'non-drowsy' claim
Africa|Americas|Business|Economy|MidEast|Travel

Business travel spending recovers in all regions but Asia and Europe

Global business travel spending in 2023 recovered to pre-pandemic levels in North America, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa as companies resumed in-

Business travel spending recovers in all regions but Asia and Europe
Business|Europe|Finance|Technology

German software maker SAP's quarterly cloud revenue leaps 25%

Europe's largest software maker SAP reported a 25% jump in its cloud business and beat analysts' estimates for total revenue for the second quarter on Monday.

German software maker SAP's quarterly cloud revenue leaps 25%
Business|Technology

Japan Airlines orders 10 Boeing 787-9s, takes options for 10 more

Japan Airlines has ordered 10 Boeing 787-9 aircraft and agreed options for 10 more, the two companies said at a joint media briefing at the Farnborough Airshow on

Japan Airlines orders 10 Boeing 787-9s, takes options for 10 more
Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Goodyear to sell Off-the-Road tire business to Yokohama for $905 million

Goodyear Tire & Rubber will sell its Off-the-Road equipment tire business to Japan's Yokohama Rubber for $905 million in cash, it said on Monday, as part of a drive to streamline its

Goodyear to sell Off-the-Road tire business to Yokohama for $905 million
Business|Finance|News|Technology|US

Korean Air set to order about 20 Boeing 777X jets, sources say

Boeing is set to announce on Monday an order for roughly 20 777X jets from Korean Air, in a boost to the U.S. planemaker’s long-delayed plane programme, two sources

Korean Air set to order about 20 Boeing 777X jets, sources say
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Vodafone sells further 10% stake in Vantage Towers for 1.3 billion euros

Britain's Vodafone said it sold a further 10% stake in Vantage Towers for 1.3 billion euros ($1.4 billion), bringing its ownership in a group which controls European mobile phone

Vodafone sells further 10% stake in Vantage Towers for 1.3 billion euros
Business|Technology|Travel

Aviation summit opens amid jet shortages, supply chain turbulence

Aviation leaders will meet at a marque summit outside London on Monday as the industry struggles with supply chain disruptions, aircraft delays and floundering plans

Aviation summit opens amid jet shortages, supply chain turbulence
Election|News|US

What are Harris' business views? Friendly to Big Tech, aggressive in climate fight

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris is potentially poised to become the Democratic presidential nominee in the November election.

What are Harris' business views? Friendly to Big Tech, aggressive in climate fight
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US private equity firm Stonepeak to acquire NZ's Arvida Group in $746 million deal

U.S.-based private equity firm Stonepeak said it would buy New Zealand's Arvida Group for NZ$1.24 billion ($745.74 million) excluding debt, sending the aged care provider's shares up nearly

US private equity firm Stonepeak to acquire NZ's Arvida Group in $746 million deal
Business|Europe|Finance

Airbus says pressure on airline yields not yet impacting jet demand

There are some signs of a decline in airline yields but this is not yet affecting demand for new aircraft, Airbus's planemaking chief Christian Scherer said on Sunday.

Airbus says pressure on airline yields not yet impacting jet demand
Business|Finance|Technology

Costs from the global outage could top $1 billion – but who pays the bill is harder to understand

Costs from the global outage could top $1 billion – but who pays the bill is harder to understand

Costs from the global outage could top $1 billion – but who pays the bill is harder to understand
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Varta's Porsche-led rescue would leave investors empty-handed

Varta stock plunged as much as 80% to a record low on Monday after the German battery maker said restructuring options to avert insolvency,

Varta's Porsche-led rescue would leave investors empty-handed
Business|Technology|US

Boeing sees significant improvement in 737 MAX factory after safety crisis

Boeing is seeing a significant improvement in production flow at its 737 MAX factory, its new commercial planes chief said on Sunday, as the U.S. planemaker battles to overcome a

Boeing sees significant improvement in 737 MAX factory after safety crisis
Asia|Business|Economy

Long-awaited Chinese policy update presents no major shift

China released a policy document on Sunday, outlining known ambitions, from developing advanced industries to improving the business environment, with analysts spotting no sign of

Long-awaited Chinese policy update presents no major shift
Business|Technology

Tech outage latest | Airlines and others rush to get back on track after global tech disruption

Transport providers, businesses and governments are rushing to get all their systems back online after long disruptions following a widespread technology outage

Tech outage latest | Airlines and others rush to get back on track after global tech disruption
Asia|Business|US

Nippon Steel hires Mike Pompeo to advise on U.S. Steel deal

Japan's biggest steelmaker, Nippon Steel Corp., has hired former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to help with its effort to acquire U.S.

Nippon Steel hires Mike Pompeo to advise on U.S. Steel deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Berkshire sells around $1.48 billion Bank of America shares, filing shows

Berkshire Hathaway sold about 33.9 million shares of Bank of America for around $1.48 billion over multiple transactions this week, a regulatory filing showed.

Berkshire sells around $1.48 billion Bank of America shares, filing shows
News|US

US labor board drops bid to revive rule on contract, franchise workers

The U.S.

US labor board drops bid to revive rule on contract, franchise workers
Business|Entertainment|Technology

Oracle CEO Safra Catz to depart Walt Disney board

Walt Disney said on Friday that Oracle chief executive Safra Catz is departing the entertainment company's board after six years.

Oracle CEO Safra Catz to depart Walt Disney board
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Embraer eyes 'very strong' H2 after solid Q2 deliveries; shares rise

Brazilian planemaker Embraer is gearing up for a "very strong" second half after meeting its expectations for deliveries in the first half of

Embraer eyes 'very strong' H2 after solid Q2 deliveries; shares rise
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US

U.S. FTC probes Hess, Occidental execs over OPEC communication, Bloomberg reports

The U.S.

U.S. FTC probes Hess, Occidental execs over OPEC communication, Bloomberg reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Videos

India theatre chain PVR Inox's loss doubles as Bollywood movies flop

PVR Inox, India's largest multiplex operator, reported a first-quarter loss that more than doubled on Friday due to fewer big-budget Bollywood releases and weak box office

India theatre chain PVR Inox's loss doubles as Bollywood movies flop
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

India's Reliance misses profit estimates on weak fuel sales margin

Reliance Industries, India's most valuable company, reported first-quarter profit below analysts' estimates on Friday, hurt by lower margins on fuel sales.

India's Reliance misses profit estimates on weak fuel sales margin
Americas|Business|Finance|US

Colombia's Ecopetrol in talks to buy $3.6 billion CrownRock stake from Occidental

Colombia's Ecopetrol is in talks with U.S. oil producer Occidental Petroleum to possibly buy a 30% stake in shale oil producer CrownRock, in a transaction potentially worth $3.6

Colombia's Ecopetrol in talks to buy $3.6 billion CrownRock stake from Occidental
Business|Technology|US

U.S. court rules against Booking.com in Ryanair screen-scraping case

A U.S. court ruled that Booking.com violated the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act by accessing part of Ryanair's website without permission, court documents showed.

U.S. court rules against Booking.com in Ryanair screen-scraping case
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Indian ed-tech giant Byju's faces total shutdown if insolvency proceeds, CEO says

Insolvency proceedings against ed-tech giant Byju's, once India's biggest startup valued at $22 billion, will likely force thousands of

Indian ed-tech giant Byju's faces total shutdown if insolvency proceeds, CEO says
Business|News|Technology

CrowdStrike CEO apologizes for tech outage, says systems should be recovering -NBC

CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz apologized for a global tech failure that disrupted multiple industries on Friday, vowing to work with all of its customers as they work to get

CrowdStrike CEO apologizes for tech outage, says systems should be recovering -NBC
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US regional banks' Q2 profits squeezed by deposit costs, tepid loan demand

Several U.S. mid-sized and regional banks reported a fall in their second-quarter profit, as income from charging customers interest was squeezed by higher deposit costs and

US regional banks' Q2 profits squeezed by deposit costs, tepid loan demand
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

China to boost support for equipment upgrades and consumer goods trade-ins

China will step up support for its program of equipment upgrades and consumer goods trade-ins, state media reported on Friday, citing a cabinet meeting.

China to boost support for equipment upgrades and consumer goods trade-ins
Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

New Burberry chief faces tough choices on high-end ambitions

Burberry's new boss Joshua Schulman faces an immediate strategy dilemma.

New Burberry chief faces tough choices on high-end ambitions
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Wall St ends volatile session lower in aftermath of global tech outage

U.S. stocks extended their slump on Friday as lingering chaos related to a global technical outage caused by a software glitch added uncertainty to an already-

Wall St ends volatile session lower in aftermath of global tech outage
Business|Europe|Technology

Airbus wins European certification for A321XLR jetliner

Airbus has won European certification for the latest addition to its single-aisle family of jets, the long-distance A321XLR, a spokesperson said on Friday.

Airbus wins European certification for A321XLR jetliner
Asia|Business

Thai investigation into BYD EV discounts moves ahead despite cash-back offer

A Thai investigation into discounts from China's BYD will continue despite a cash-back programme from its distributor in response to

Thai investigation into BYD EV discounts moves ahead despite cash-back offer
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|News|Stock Markets

UK clears Nationwide Building's $3.75 billion Virgin Money deal

Britain's competition regulator said on Friday it has cleared Nationwide Building Society's proposed 2.9-billion-pound ($3.75 billion) all-cash deal to buy Virgin Money UK.

UK clears Nationwide Building's $3.75 billion Virgin Money deal
Business|Economy|News|US

DOJ says ‘substantial progress’ made toward final plea agreement with Boeing but needs more time

DOJ says ‘substantial progress’ made toward final plea agreement with Boeing but needs more time

DOJ says ‘substantial progress’ made toward final plea agreement with Boeing but needs more time
Asia|Business|Technology|World

Samsung Electronics and striking union to resume talks on Friday

Samsung Electronics and representatives of its biggest workers' union in South Korea that has been on a strike since early last week have agreed to resume negotiations on Friday, the

Samsung Electronics and striking union to resume talks on Friday
News|Crime|US

Fandango founder identified as man who fell to death from New York City hotel

Fandango founder identified as man who fell to death from New York City hotel

Fandango founder identified as man who fell to death from New York City hotel
Business|Crime|News|US

Judge won't halt New York City crackdown on unlicensed cannabis sales

A federal judge on Thursday refused to halt New York City's crackdown on unlicensed sellers of cannabis, citing public safety concerns. U.S.

Judge won't halt New York City crackdown on unlicensed cannabis sales
Business|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|US

Ardent Health falls 6% in lukewarm NYSE debut

Healthcare provider Ardent Health's shares opened 6% below their initial public offering price in their NYSE debut on Thursday, reflecting new investor caution with new listings amid rate

Ardent Health falls 6% in lukewarm NYSE debut
Business|Finance|Technology

SunPower tumbles nearly 20% after pausing some operations

SunPower shares plummeted nearly 20% on Thursday after the solar company informed clients that it is pausing some operations, including deactivating lease and power

SunPower tumbles nearly 20% after pausing some operations
Business|Finance|Health

Abbott plans marketing push for glucose monitors beyond diabetes

Abbott Laboratories will use a mix of TV advertisements and guerilla marketing as well as seek to personalize health data to tap people without diabetes for

Abbott plans marketing push for glucose monitors beyond diabetes
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Insurance broker TWFG's shares rise nearly 30% in market debut

Insurance broker TWFG's shares gained nearly 30% in their Nasdaq debut on Thursday, signaling strong investor demand for new stocks as the U.S. initial public offering market aims for a

Insurance broker TWFG's shares rise nearly 30% in market debut
Business|Finance|Technology|US

CD&R explores sale of a stake in software maker Epicor, sources say

Private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice is exploring options including the sale of a stake in Epicor Software, which counts Formula

CD&R explores sale of a stake in software maker Epicor, sources say
Business|Technology|US

Ford pivots from EV plans to heavy-duty trucks at Canada facility

Ford Motor on Thursday outlined plans to use a Canadian plant it had earmarked for a future electric vehicle to instead build larger, gasoline-

Ford pivots from EV plans to heavy-duty trucks at Canada facility
Finance|Stock Markets|US

Domino's Pizza warns of slower Q3 sales; shares fall

Domino's Pizza forecast sequentially slower third-quarter comparable sales on Thursday and trimmed its target for new international store openings, sending its shares

Domino's Pizza warns of slower Q3 sales; shares fall
Business|Finance|Lifestyle|Sports

Angel City FC set to become world’s most valuable pro women’s sports team following new investment

Angel City FC set to become world’s most valuable pro women’s sports team following new investment

Angel City FC set to become world’s most valuable pro women’s sports team following new investment
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street ends sharply lower as anxiety rises, earnings heat up

U.S. stocks tumbled on Thursday, reversing early gains as investors continued to rotate away from high-priced megacap growth stocks and second-quarter earnings

Wall Street ends sharply lower as anxiety rises, earnings heat up
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

European shares end marginally lower as tech sell-off stymies advances

European shares ended lower on Thursday as a continued selloff of chip stocks kept a lid on gains brought on by some positive

European shares end marginally lower as tech sell-off stymies advances
Business|Finance|Health

Novartis lifts profit forecast for second time on Cosentyx, Entresto

Swiss drugmaker Novartis raised its 2024 earnings guidance for the second time on Thursday, driven by a gain in prescriptions for drugs including heart failure

Novartis lifts profit forecast for second time on Cosentyx, Entresto
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Insurance broker TWFG prices US IPO above range to raise about $187 million

Insurance broker TWFG, backed by U.S. reinsurer RenaissanceRe, said on Wednesday it priced its initial public offering (IPO) above its indicated range, seeking to raise up to $187 million.

Insurance broker TWFG prices US IPO above range to raise about $187 million
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology

More than 40% of Japanese companies have no plan to make use of AI: Reuters poll

Nearly a quarter of Japanese companies have adopted artificial intelligence (AI) in their businesses, while more than 40% have no plan to make use of the cutting-

More than 40% of Japanese companies have no plan to make use of AI: Reuters poll
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Discover Financial quarterly profit jumps on higher interest income

Discover Financial Services on Wednesday reported a 70% rise in second-quarter profit, as a high-rate environment helped the U.S. credit issuer earn more in interest income.

Discover Financial quarterly profit jumps on higher interest income
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Olive Garden parent Darden to buy Chuy's in $605 million deal

Darden Restaurants, owner of the Olive Garden chain, has agreed to buy full-service restaurant operator Chuy's Holdings in an all-cash deal which has an enterprise value of $605 million,

Olive Garden parent Darden to buy Chuy's in $605 million deal
Business|Food

Darden Restaurants buys Tex-Mex chain Chuy's for $605 million

The parent company of Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Yard House and other chains says it's buying the Tex-Mex chain Chuy’s as it seeks to expand its dining options

Darden Restaurants buys Tex-Mex chain Chuy's for $605 million
Business|Economy|News|US

John Deere ends support of 'social or cultural awareness' events, distances from inclusion efforts

Farm equipment maker John Deere says it will no longer sponsor “social or cultural awareness” events, making the agricultural machinery manufacturer one of the latest U.S. companies to distance itself from diversity and inclusion measures after being targeted by conservative backlash

John Deere ends support of 'social or cultural awareness' events, distances from inclusion efforts
Business|Finance|Technology

Apax, Bain and CVC exploring potential bids for SoftwareOne, sources say

Apax Partners, Bain Capital and CVC are each exploring potential bids for SoftwareOne, two people with knowledge of the situation said, three months

Apax, Bain and CVC exploring potential bids for SoftwareOne, sources say
Business|Sports|US

Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger and journalist Willow Bay to become Angel City FC's new owners

Angel City FC says Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger and Southern California dean for communication and journalism Willow Bay will be the new controlling owners of the National Women’s Soccer League team

Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger and journalist Willow Bay to become Angel City FC's new owners
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US banks see high deposit costs, investment banking boost

U.S. lenders' second-quarter profits were squeezed by dampening loan demand and the high interest they paid to hold on to deposits, but a flurry of bond sales boosted their investment

US banks see high deposit costs, investment banking boost
Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports

Soccer-Angel City set to become world's most valuable women's sports team

Angel City is set to become the world's most valuable professional women's sports team after finalising a landmark new ownership agreement with Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger and his wife Willow

Soccer-Angel City set to become world's most valuable women's sports team
Business|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Streetwear brand Supreme is getting a surprising new owner

Streetwear brand Supreme is getting a surprising new owner

Streetwear brand Supreme is getting a surprising new owner
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Discover sells student loan portfolio to Carlyle, KKR for up to $10.8 billion

-Discover Financial Services will sell a portfolio of student loans to buyout giants Carlyle and KKR for up to $10.8 billion, the credit card-focused lender said on Wednesday.

Discover sells student loan portfolio to Carlyle, KKR for up to $10.8 billion
Business|Entertainment|News|Travel

The iconic Mirage in Las Vegas is closing today after 34 years

The iconic Mirage in Las Vegas is closing today after 34 years

The iconic Mirage in Las Vegas is closing today after 34 years
News|US|World

Fed should be patient on next move, JP Morgan's Dimon says

The U.S.

Fed should be patient on next move, JP Morgan's Dimon says
Business|Finance

Australia's Domino's sees flat store growth on closures in Japan, France

Australia's Domino's Pizza Enterprises said on Wednesday it expects store growth to be flat to slightly positive in its current fiscal year, and decided to close up to 80 low-

Australia's Domino's sees flat store growth on closures in Japan, France
Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Honda sets secondary share sale price at 3% discount in $3.16 billion deal

Honda Motor has priced shares in a secondary share sale at 1,664.5 yen each, or a 3% discount to Wednesday's closing price, valuing the deal at 497 billion yen ($3.16 billion), the

Honda sets secondary share sale price at 3% discount in $3.16 billion deal
Business|Europe|Finance

Spanish fund Criteria to team up with Skoda in bid for Talgo, Cinco Dias says

Spain's Criteria, the investment arm of the La Caixa foundation, is considering teaming up with Czech train maker Skoda in its bid for Talgo, Cinco Dias newspaper reported on

Spanish fund Criteria to team up with Skoda in bid for Talgo, Cinco Dias says
Business|Finance

Ray-Ban maker EssilorLuxottica taps streetwear audience with Supreme deal

EssilorLuxottica has agreed to buy streetwear brand Supreme from VF Corporation for $1.5 billion, the companies said on Wednesday, marking the first acquisition of an

Ray-Ban maker EssilorLuxottica taps streetwear audience with Supreme deal
Business|Economy|Finance

HSBC's Elhedery takes fast track from finance to CEO

When Georges Elhedery took a six-month break from HSBC in 2022, some feared he had called time on a 17-year stint at the Asia-focused lender.

HSBC's Elhedery takes fast track from finance to CEO
Asia|Business|Technology

India's Byju's to appeal insolvency proceedings, sources say

Indian education technology company Byju's will challenge insolvency proceedings initiated against it in an attempt to block the process this week, as the startup

India's Byju's to appeal insolvency proceedings, sources say
Business|Entertainment|Travel

The last cards have been dealt as the iconic Mirage closes its doors on the Las Vegas Strip

The Mirage's signature volcano has erupted for the last time

The last cards have been dealt as the iconic Mirage closes its doors on the Las Vegas Strip
Business|Finance

Pernod Ricard offloads bulk of wine unit to focus on spirits

Pernod Ricard said on Wednesday it agreed to sell the majority of its wine portfolio to the owners of Australia's Accolade Wines, disposing of a dragging division to

Pernod Ricard offloads bulk of wine unit to focus on spirits
Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

HSBC names veteran Elhedery as CEO, signals continuity in strategy

HSBC Holdings Plc has appointed its Chief Financial Officer Georges Elhedery as its next CEO, the bank said on Wednesday, opting for continuity as it tries to

HSBC names veteran Elhedery as CEO, signals continuity in strategy
Asia|Business|Economy

Thai industrial sentiment hits 2-yr low in June, business federation says

The Thai industrial sentiment index fell for a third straight month to its lowest in two years in June due to a slow economy, weak demand and bad debt problems, the Federation of

Thai industrial sentiment hits 2-yr low in June, business federation says
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Trade fears hamper tech stocks, dollar falls amid rate cut talk

Global equity indexes mostly fell on Wednesday as possible U.S. trade curbs on chip equipment pulled tech stocks lower, while Treasury yields and the dollar both hit

Trade fears hamper tech stocks, dollar falls amid rate cut talk
Business|News|Technology|US

Elon Musk says he’s moving SpaceX and X out of California

Elon Musk says he’s moving SpaceX and X out of California

Elon Musk says he’s moving SpaceX and X out of California
News|US

US House panel to hold hearing with pharmacy benefit managers on healthcare costs

The U.S.

US House panel to hold hearing with pharmacy benefit managers on healthcare costs
Business|Food|US

Tyson Foods heir pleads not guilty to charge of driving while intoxicated

Tyson Foods heir and executive John R

Tyson Foods heir pleads not guilty to charge of driving while intoxicated
Business|News|Technology

Elon Musk says he's moving SpaceX, X headquarters from California to Texas

Billionaire Elon Musk says he’s moving the headquarters of SpaceX and social media company X to Texas from California

Elon Musk says he's moving SpaceX, X headquarters from California to Texas
Business|US

Squishmallows maker can sue Build-A-Bear over alleged plush toy knockoffs

A U.S. judge rejected Build-A-Bear Workshop's effort to dismiss a lawsuit claiming that its Skoosherz plush toys were unauthorized knockoffs of Squishmallows,

Squishmallows maker can sue Build-A-Bear over alleged plush toy knockoffs
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|News|US

TC Energy says its $15 billion claim for Keystone XL project thrown out by US tribunal

Canada's TC Energy said on Tuesday a free trade arbitration tribunal had tossed out its claim to recover more than $15 billion from the U.S. government for the cancellation of its Keystone

TC Energy says its $15 billion claim for Keystone XL project thrown out by US tribunal
Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Technology|US

Elon Musk is going all-in on Donald Trump

Elon Musk is going all-in on Donald Trump

Elon Musk is going all-in on Donald Trump
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Adidas hikes 2024 earnings guidance after second-quarter beat

German sportswear maker Adidas is increasing its full-year earnings guidance after a better than expected second quarter, it said on Tuesday, in its second upgrade this year.

Adidas hikes 2024 earnings guidance after second-quarter beat
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

US business inventories increase slightly above expectations in May

U.S. business inventories increased slightly more than expected in May amid solid rises in stocks at wholesalers and retailers, a trend that could see inventory investment

US business inventories increase slightly above expectations in May
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Brokerage Charles Schwab's profit falls on weaker interest income

Charles Schwab's second-quarter profit fell 2% as the brokerage paid out more interest on client deposits and its own borrowings, sending its shares down 7.1% on Tuesday.

Brokerage Charles Schwab's profit falls on weaker interest income
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Progressive's quarterly profit surges on strong demand for auto insurance policies

Insurer Progressive Corp posted a more than fourfold jump in its second-quarter profit on Tuesday, driven by strong demand for its personal auto insurance policies, sending its shares up

Progressive's quarterly profit surges on strong demand for auto insurance policies
Business|Finance|Technology

Who is Arkady Volozh, former Yandex CEO, and what is his new AI venture?

After almost two years of negotiations, a deal to split Russian tech giant Yandex's assets was completed this week, with most revenue-generating businesses staying in

Who is Arkady Volozh, former Yandex CEO, and what is his new AI venture?
Business|Finance|Technology|US

SymphonyAI targets second half 2025 IPO with $500 million in revenue run rate

SymphonyAI, a U.S. artificial intelligence company whose products help the likes of Pepsi predict demand and financial companies spot fraud, is preparing to go public in the

SymphonyAI targets second half 2025 IPO with $500 million in revenue run rate
Business|Europe|Technology

Former Yandex chief Volozh returns with AI infrastructure venture after Russia split

Freed from its ties to Russia, newly unveiled Dutch firm Nebius hopes to help lead the great drive to build the infrastructure underpinning artificial intelligence,

Former Yandex chief Volozh returns with AI infrastructure venture after Russia split
Business|Finance|Technology

Malaysia's ADE sees boom in aircraft repairs amid new plane shortages

The global aircraft repair industry will see more growth in the next six years as airlines keep flying their jets longer because of a shortage of new planes,

Malaysia's ADE sees boom in aircraft repairs amid new plane shortages
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Spanish train maker Talgo receives merger offer from Czech rival Skoda

Spanish train maker Talgo said on Tuesday it received a merger offer from Czech rival Skoda four months after Hungarian consortium Ganz-Mavag launched a public tender offer for all

Spanish train maker Talgo receives merger offer from Czech rival Skoda
Asia|Business

Japan finds a 'stealth' cure for zombie businesses: Let them fail

For much of its 72 years, Hitoshi Fujita's company was just another mom-and-pop business grinding out metal parts.

Japan finds a 'stealth' cure for zombie businesses: Let them fail
Business|Economy|News

UK building firms face worst recruitment problems, survey shows

Construction and engineering firms are bearing the brunt of Britain's shortage of workers, according to a survey that underscores the challenge for Prime Minister Keir Starmer to

UK building firms face worst recruitment problems, survey shows
Business|Economy|Finance

Macy’s rejected a takeover offer and is betting on itself

Macy’s rejected a takeover offer and is betting on itself

Macy’s rejected a takeover offer and is betting on itself
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway sets, closes at record high

Berkshire Hathaway's share price set a record high on Monday, reflecting investors' confidence in Warren Buffett's company, which is often regarded as a microcosm of the

Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway sets, closes at record high
Business|Finance|News|Technology

Aviation Capital finalizes order for 35 Boeing 737 MAX jets

Aircraft lessor Aviation Capital Group has finalized an order for 35 Boeing 737 MAX jets, the companies said on Monday.

Aviation Capital finalizes order for 35 Boeing 737 MAX jets
Business|Finance

Macy's ends takeover talks with Arkhouse and Brigade citing lack of certainty over financing

Macy’s is cutting off buyout talks with Arkhouse and Brigade, citing the lack of certain financing

Macy's ends takeover talks with Arkhouse and Brigade citing lack of certainty over financing
Business|Finance|US

Macy's ends buyout talks with investor group, shares slump

Macy's scrapped talks with an investor group comprising Arkhouse Management and Brigade Capital that had offered to acquire the

Macy's ends buyout talks with investor group, shares slump
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Healthcare firm Concentra eyes $3.3 billion valuation in US IPO

Concentra Group, a Select Medical unit, is eyeing a valuation of $3.30 billion in its U.S. initial public offering, joining a growing list of firms testing the market after a near two-year

Healthcare firm Concentra eyes $3.3 billion valuation in US IPO
Business|Europe|Technology

French competition authority confirms investigation into Nvidia

The French competition authority confirmed on Monday that an investigation is underway into chipmaker Nvidia over alleged anti-competitive practices.

French competition authority confirms investigation into Nvidia
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

SolarEdge Technologies to lay off 400 employees

SolarEdge Technologies said on Monday it would lay off 400 employees, of which 200 are in Israel, as it works to restore profitability and ensure financial stability.

SolarEdge Technologies to lay off 400 employees
Business|Europe|Finance|Technology

Yandex split finalised as Russian assets sold in $5.4 billion deal

A deal to split the assets of Russian technology company Yandex was finalised on Monday, with a Russian consortium of investors buying the bulk of Yandex's businesses in

Yandex split finalised as Russian assets sold in $5.4 billion deal
Business|Europe|Finance

Atos secures funding of $1.82 billion to restructure its debt

French IT company Atos said on Monday it had secured funding of 1.675 billion euros ($1.82 billion) to restructure its debt through a lock-up agreement with a group of banks and bondholders

Atos secures funding of $1.82 billion to restructure its debt
Business|Fashion and Beauty|Finance

UK luxury brand Burberry gets new boss to revive revamp

British luxury group Burberry on Monday sacked its CEO and named former Coach boss Joshua Schulman to replace him, as it promises a "more familiar" look and presses

UK luxury brand Burberry gets new boss to revive revamp
Asia|Business|Economy

China new home prices fall at fastest pace in 9 years, more support needed

China's new home prices in June fell at the fastest clip in nine years while property sales and investment slumped, increasing pressure on policymakers

China new home prices fall at fastest pace in 9 years, more support needed
Business|Finance|Technology

TSMC second-quarter profit seen jumping 30% on surging AI chip demand

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, the main producer of advanced chips used in artificial intelligence applications, is expected to report a 30% rise in second-quarter profit on

TSMC second-quarter profit seen jumping 30% on surging AI chip demand
Business|Finance|Technology

Star Entertainment faces system issues, electronic gaming machines shut down

Australia's Star Entertainment Group said on Monday its systems have been disrupted by performance issues, resulting in the shutdown of all electronic gaming machines and electronic table

Star Entertainment faces system issues, electronic gaming machines shut down
Food

Secrets of a syrup maker: At 95, Roland Jorns still running Door County maple syrup shop

Secrets of a syrup maker: At 95, Roland Jorns still running Door County maple syrup shop

Secrets of a syrup maker: At 95, Roland Jorns still running Door County maple syrup shop
Asia|Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Extravagant wedding celebrations for the son of Asia's richest man conclude with a reception

A wedding reception in India completes the monthslong celebrations as the youngest son of Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s richest man, married his longtime girlfriend

Extravagant wedding celebrations for the son of Asia's richest man conclude with a reception
Business|News|Technology|US

Boeing begins 777-9 certification flight trials with US FAA

Boeing has started certification flight testing of its long-delayed 777-9 with U.S. aviation regulators onboard, the U.S. planemaker said in an

Boeing begins 777-9 certification flight trials with US FAA
Asia|Business|Celebrity

The son of Asia's richest man gets married in the year's most extravagant wedding

The youngest son of Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s richest man, has married his longtime girlfriend in what many have dubbed the wedding of the year

The son of Asia's richest man gets married in the year's most extravagant wedding
Asia|Business|Finance|Technology|US

Vietnam's VinFast delays US electric car plant amid market slowdown

Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) maker VinFast is delaying the launch of its planned $4 billion factory in North Carolina to 2028 and cutting its delivery forecast

Vietnam's VinFast delays US electric car plant amid market slowdown
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Soccer-Ohanian says his big bet on women's sports is paying off

Alexis Ohanian said his wager on Angel City FC is paying off amid reports that Disney CEO Bob Iger and his wife Willow Bay are close to purchasing control of

Soccer-Ohanian says his big bet on women's sports is paying off
Business|US

US FTC issues warning to franchisors over unfair business practices

A U.S. trade regulator on Friday announced a suite of actions taking aim at "unfair and deceptive practices" it said are illegally imposed on U.S. franchisees by their

US FTC issues warning to franchisors over unfair business practices
Business|Food|Lifestyle|News|US

Chicago coffee shop aims to keep DNC attendees well caffeinated

Chicago coffee shop aims to keep DNC attendees well caffeinated

Chicago coffee shop aims to keep DNC attendees well caffeinated
Business|Europe|Finance

Bunge, Viterra offer to sell assets in 2 EU countries, sources say

U.S. grains merchant Bunge and Glencore-backed Viterra have offered to sell assets in two European Union countries in a bid to secure EU antitrust clearance for their $34 billion

Bunge, Viterra offer to sell assets in 2 EU countries, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance

Stop & Shop closing 32 underperforming grocery stores in the Northeast

Grocery store chain Stop & Shop says it will close 32 underperforming grocery stores across the Northeast by the end of this year

Stop & Shop closing 32 underperforming grocery stores in the Northeast
Business|Technology|US

US senators call out Big Tech's new approach to poaching talent, products from smaller AI startups

Three U.S. Senators are calling for action against a new practice big technology companies are using to swallow up the talent and products of innovative AI startups without formally acquiring them

US senators call out Big Tech's new approach to poaching talent, products from smaller AI startups
Business|Europe|News|Technology

Springer and KKR considering split of German media giant, sources say

German media giant Axel Springer, which owns Germany's popular Bild tabloid and political news company Politico, is considering a split of the company together with private equity

Springer and KKR considering split of German media giant, sources say
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

ISS suggests Enhabit shareholders elect three AREX Capital nominees to board

Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) said on Thursday Enhabit shareholders should elect three AREX Capital Management director candidates to the nine-member board

ISS suggests Enhabit shareholders elect three AREX Capital nominees to board
Business|Economy|Finance|US

ConocoPhillips, Marathon Oil get second US FTC request over $22.5 billion deal

Top U.S. independent oil producer ConocoPhillips said on Friday it received a second request from the U.S.

ConocoPhillips, Marathon Oil get second US FTC request over $22.5 billion deal
Business|Economy|Finance

Bunge, Viterra offer to sell EU assets seeking EU approval for $34 billion merger

U.S. grains merchant Bunge and Glencore-backed Viterra have offered to divest assets in two EU countries aimed at winning EU antitrust approval for their $34

Bunge, Viterra offer to sell EU assets seeking EU approval for $34 billion merger
Business|Europe|Sports|US

US firms bet on Paris Olympics with new stores, marketing push

U.S. companies from Nike to Warner Bros are opening new stores and holding big marketing events in Paris before and during the Olympics, betting that excitement for the summer games can

US firms bet on Paris Olympics with new stores, marketing push
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street closes higher on bets for Fed rate cut

Wall Street closed higher on Friday, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average hitting intraday record highs, on bets that the U.S.

Wall Street closes higher on bets for Fed rate cut
Asia|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

India's Ambani wedding spectacle gets political with Modi posters

The wedding of a scion from India's ultra-wealthy Ambani family - much in the news for its opulent celebrations and VIP-studded guest list - has

India's Ambani wedding spectacle gets political with Modi posters
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Taiwan president thanks Micron CEO for his trust in Taiwan

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te thanked memory chipmaker Micron's Chief Executive Sanjay Mehrotra on Friday for his trust and continued investment in the island, in a rare public

Taiwan president thanks Micron CEO for his trust in Taiwan
Asia|Australia|Business|Finance|Technology

Australia's competition regulator starts informal review of TPG Telecom-Optus deal

Australia's competition watchdog has started an informal review of the network sharing deal between TPG Telecom and Optus, owned by Singapore Telecommunications, the regulator said on

Australia's competition regulator starts informal review of TPG Telecom-Optus deal
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|US

Cancel Summer?

Pressure on Joe Biden to step out of the U.S. presidential election race, mounting expectations of a September Fed rate cut, Q2 earnings, an ECB meeting and Britain's king unveiling

Cancel Summer?
Business|Finance|Technology|US

Tesla launches new Model 3 long-range variant at $42,490, website shows

Tesla on Thursday launched a new rear-wheel drive variant of its Model 3 long-range vehicle, at a price $5,000 lower than the all-wheel drive version, according to the electric vehicle

Tesla launches new Model 3 long-range variant at $42,490, website shows
Business|Technology

Boeing warns customers of further delays on 737 Max, Bloomberg News says

Boeing has notified some 737 Max customers in recent weeks that aircraft due for delivery in 2025 and 2026 might face additional delays of three to six months, Bloomberg News reported on

Boeing warns customers of further delays on 737 Max, Bloomberg News says
Asia|Business|Technology

Japan's diaper makers look to adult market for revenue as births fall

A large metal arm in a Japanese factory swept a cluster of fluffy white fabric rectangles off a carousel into a group to be wrapped in plastic before packaging for

Japan's diaper makers look to adult market for revenue as births fall
Business|Finance|Technology

How did the auto dealer outage end? CDK almost certainly paid a $25 million ransom

How did the auto dealer outage end? CDK almost certainly paid a $25 million ransom

How did the auto dealer outage end? CDK almost certainly paid a $25 million ransom
Business|Finance

Estee Lauder's longtime CFO Travis to depart next year

Estee Lauder said on Thursday that Tracey Travis would be stepping down and retiring from her 12-year role as the MAC lipstick maker's finance chief, effective June 30, 2025.

Estee Lauder's longtime CFO Travis to depart next year
Business|Economy|US

Dollar General agrees to pay $12 million fine to settle alleged workplace safety violations

The U.S. Department of Labor says Dollar General has agreed to pay a $12 million fine and improve conditions at its thousands of retail stores nationwide to make them safer for workers

Dollar General agrees to pay $12 million fine to settle alleged workplace safety violations
Business|US

Dollar General to pay $12 million penalty, improve safety in US settlement

Discount store operator Dollar General has agreed to pay $12 million in penalty for alleged safety violations that led to blocked exits and fire extinguishers

Dollar General to pay $12 million penalty, improve safety in US settlement
Business|Finance|News

Boeing nearing deal to sell 777X jets to Korean Air, sources say

Boeing is nearing a potential sale of some two dozen 777X jets to Korean Air in a roughly $4 billion to $6 billion deal that could be finalised as early as July's Farnborough Airshow,

Boeing nearing deal to sell 777X jets to Korean Air, sources say
Business|Economy|News|US

Chevron and Hess say US FTC merger review expected for third quarter

Oil producers Chevron Corp and Hess Corp expect the U.S.

Chevron and Hess say US FTC merger review expected for third quarter
Business|Finance

Tractor Supply warned climate change and a lack of diversity would hurt business. Now it’s ignoring those risks

Tractor Supply warned climate change and a lack of diversity would hurt business. Now it’s ignoring those risks

Tractor Supply warned climate change and a lack of diversity would hurt business. Now it’s ignoring those risks
Business|Economy|Finance|US

PepsiCo feels squeeze as financial pressure spreads from low-income consumers

PepsiCo CEO Ramon Laguarta said Thursday there is "much more price sensitivity" across U.S. income groups and not just low-income

PepsiCo feels squeeze as financial pressure spreads from low-income consumers
Business|Economy|World

Cuba ratchets up pressure on private business as economic crisis deepens

Cuba is tightening regulations on fledgling private businesses, reining in profits and beefing up oversight as the government wrestles with how best to manage fast-growing private

Cuba ratchets up pressure on private business as economic crisis deepens
Business|Finance

Trading houses lure top talent from BP, Shell

Several high-profile energy traders have in recent weeks quit oil majors for trading houses, multiple sources told Reuters on Thursday, as

Trading houses lure top talent from BP, Shell
Business|Finance|US

JPMorgan aims to amass 15% of US consumer deposits, boost credit card share

The biggest U.S. bank wants to get even bigger.

JPMorgan aims to amass 15% of US consumer deposits, boost credit card share
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

PepsiCo quarterly revenue disappoints on slowing sales of snacks, beverages

PepsiCo missed expectations for second-quarter revenue on Thursday as a series of price hikes and competition from private-label brands slowed

PepsiCo quarterly revenue disappoints on slowing sales of snacks, beverages
Business|Europe|Sports

France's Decathlon aims to bulk up via deals in evolving sports market

French sports retailer Decathlon is shopping for specialist brands to expand its business, capitalising on a post-pandemic shakeout in the industry that has made

France's Decathlon aims to bulk up via deals in evolving sports market
Business|Finance|News|US

Costco Wholesale to hike annual membership fees after seven years

Costco Wholesale said on Wednesday it would hike annual membership fees for the first time in seven years for its U.S. and Canada customers, effective Sept. 1.

Costco Wholesale to hike annual membership fees after seven years
Business|Crime|Finance|News

Archegos Capital founder convicted of securities fraud

The founder of Archegos Capital Management has been convicted of securities fraud in a scheme that prosecutors said cost global investment banks billions of dollars

Archegos Capital founder convicted of securities fraud
Economy|Environment|Finance|News|US

Insurers hike rates as extreme storms like Beryl proliferate, bringing forecasts for fatter profits

Destructive storms like Hurricane Beryl that knocked out power to 3 million homes and businesses in Texas are growing more frequent and intense, and insurers are jacking up rates in response

Insurers hike rates as extreme storms like Beryl proliferate, bringing forecasts for fatter profits
Business|Crime|Finance|Technology|US

Former CEO of SCWorx Corp convicted of securities fraud over COVID tests

The former CEO of healthcare software company SCWorx Corp was found guilty of investor fraud for falsely stating the company was becoming a major supplier of

Former CEO of SCWorx Corp convicted of securities fraud over COVID tests
News|US

US FTC to sue drug middlemen over insulin prices, source says

The U.S.

US FTC to sue drug middlemen over insulin prices, source says
Food|Lifestyle|Travel

Michelin-starred $230 omakase dining experience canceled at iconic 'Flintstone House'

Michelin-starred $230 omakase dining experience canceled at iconic 'Flintstone House'

Michelin-starred $230 omakase dining experience canceled at iconic 'Flintstone House'
Business|Technology

Amazon announces incremental AI refinements to fend off rivals

Amazon.com announced a series of largely incremental refinements on Wednesday to several of its artificial intelligence products as it seeks to keep rivals at bay amid a

Amazon announces incremental AI refinements to fend off rivals
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Technology

Target will stop accepting this old school form of payment

Target will stop accepting this old school form of payment

Target will stop accepting this old school form of payment
Business|Finance|Technology

Tax preparation company Intuit to lay off 1,800 as part of an AI-focused reorganization plan

Tax preparation and financial software company Intuit announced an AI-focused reorganization plan Wednesday that includes laying off about 10% of its workforce

Tax preparation company Intuit to lay off 1,800 as part of an AI-focused reorganization plan
Uncategorized

AMD to acquire Finnish startup Silo AI for $665 million to step up in AI race

By Max A.

AMD to acquire Finnish startup Silo AI for $665 million to step up in AI race
Business|Technology

Manufacturers slow Gen AI rollout on rising accuracy concerns, says study

Manufacturers are deploying planned Generative AI initiatives at a slower-than-anticipated pace on concerns around accuracy, Lucidworks said in a study on Wednesday.

Manufacturers slow Gen AI rollout on rising accuracy concerns, says study
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Yandex split nears completion as Russian traders finalise share exchange

Russian traders have finalised a share exchange for investors in Yandex, often dubbed Russia's Google, one of the final steps needed to complete a more than $5 billion deal that will see

Yandex split nears completion as Russian traders finalise share exchange
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Nvidia leads Nasdaq and S&P 500 to record highs

The Nasdaq and S&P 500 hit record highs on Wednesday fueled by gains in Nvidia and other Wall Street heavyweights ahead of inflation data and

Nvidia leads Nasdaq and S&P 500 to record highs
Business|Economy|Europe|News|World

China launches investigation in retaliation over EU’s probe of solar, wind power and other products

China’s Commerce Ministry has announced it will launch an investigation into whether unfair trade practices were adopted by the European Union in its probe of Chinese companies

China launches investigation in retaliation over EU’s probe of solar, wind power and other products
Business|Europe|Technology

Alstom wins $3 billion train order in Hamburg, shares rise

Alstom has signed a framework deal worth up to 2.8 billion euros ($3.0 billion) to deliver 374 new metro trains and rail technology for Hamburger Hochbahn in Germany, the

Alstom wins $3 billion train order in Hamburg, shares rise
Asia|Business|Health|World

Novo Nordisk, Indonesia's Bio Farma sign deal to package insulin

Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk has signed a deal with Indonesia's state-owned pharmaceutical company Bio Farma to package insulin to combat diabetes in the Southeast Asian country, a

Novo Nordisk, Indonesia's Bio Farma sign deal to package insulin
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Volkswagen under pressure as China sales fall and Audi falters

Volkswagen shares slipped on Wednesday after an overnight profit warning triggered in part by the possible closure of an Audi plant and a 3.8% drop in second

Volkswagen under pressure as China sales fall and Audi falters
Asia|Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Yokohama Rubber in talks to buy Goodyear's off-road tyre business for at least $1 billion, Bloomberg says

Japan's Yokohama Rubber is in talks to buy Goodyear Tire & Rubber's off-road tyre business for at least $1 billion, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday.

Yokohama Rubber in talks to buy Goodyear's off-road tyre business for at least $1 billion, Bloomberg says
Business|Economy|US

California fast food workers now earn $20 per hour. Franchisees are responding by cutting hours.

When California’s minimum wage increase went into effect in April, fast food workers across the state went from making $16 to $20 overnight

California fast food workers now earn $20 per hour. Franchisees are responding by cutting hours.
Business|Finance|US

Chipotle Mexican Grill's CFO Hartung to retire next year

Chipotle Mexican Grill said on Tuesday that Jack Hartung, its long time veteran, would be stepping down and retiring from his role as finance chief of the company effective March 31.

Chipotle Mexican Grill's CFO Hartung to retire next year
Crime|News

City official 'shaken' by 76 gas station robbery, owner calls on police to 'do their job'

City official 'shaken' by 76 gas station robbery, owner calls on police to 'do their job'

City official 'shaken' by 76 gas station robbery, owner calls on police to 'do their job'
Business|News|US

Michigan lowers incentives for Ford EV battery plant to match reduced output

Ford Motor is receiving a reduced incentive

Michigan lowers incentives for Ford EV battery plant to match reduced output
Business|Europe

Volkswagen may close Brussels factory as low EV demand hits Audi

Volkswagen on Tuesday warned it may close the Brussels site

Volkswagen may close Brussels factory as low EV demand hits Audi
Business|Economy|News|Technology|US

Boeing sold just three passenger jets in the past month

Boeing sold just three passenger jets in the past month

Boeing sold just three passenger jets in the past month
Business|Finance

Boeing deliveries drop 27% in June year-on-year

Boeing said on Tuesday it delivered more commercial jets in June than in any other month this year, but the total of 44 planes represented a 27% drop on an annual basis

Boeing deliveries drop 27% in June year-on-year
Crime|News|Political|US

Sen. Bob Menendez's lawyer tells jury in closing that prosecutors failed to prove a single charge

A lawyer for Sen. Bob Menendez at the Democrat's bribery trial has urged jurors to acquit him of every charge, saying prosecutors had failed to prove a single count beyond a reasonable doubt

Sen. Bob Menendez's lawyer tells jury in closing that prosecutors failed to prove a single charge
Business|Finance|Health

Middlemen have outsized influence on US drug prices, FTC says

The consolidation of pharmacies and health insurance companies through years of dealmaking has led to a handful of pharmacy benefit managers

Middlemen have outsized influence on US drug prices, FTC says
Business|Economy|Technology

Dyson to axe around 1,000 jobs in Britain

Vacuum cleaner manufacturer Dyson will cut about 1,000 jobs in Britain, more than a quarter of its workforce in the country, as part of a global restructuring.

Dyson to axe around 1,000 jobs in Britain
Business|Finance

Anglo American hires banks for coal assets sale, sources say

Anglo American has hired three banks for the sale of its steelmaking coal assets, which analysts value at as much as $5 billion and is part of a broader restructuring to fend off an

Anglo American hires banks for coal assets sale, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US small business sentiment rises to six-month high in June

U.S. small-business confidence increased to a six-month high in June, but inflation worries lingered amid a rise in the share of owners planning to raise compensation for

US small business sentiment rises to six-month high in June
Business|Crime|Finance|US

Jury begins deliberating at Archegos founder's criminal trial

A jury in Manhattan federal court began deliberations on Tuesday in the criminal case against Archegos Capital Management founder Sung Kook "Bill" Hwang, accused by

Jury begins deliberating at Archegos founder's criminal trial
Asia|Business|Finance|Technology

India's Paytm gets government panel nod to invest in payments arm, sources say

India's beleaguered Paytm has secured approval from a government panel that oversees investments linked to China to invest 500 million

India's Paytm gets government panel nod to invest in payments arm, sources say
Business|Europe|Finance|Technology

Dassault Systemes cuts 2024 earnings view, citing delays to customer orders

French software company Dassault Systemes cut its full-year earnings target on Tuesday, sending shares lower, as it warned that customers were being cautious with spending and were delaying

Dassault Systemes cuts 2024 earnings view, citing delays to customer orders
Australia|Business|Finance

Australia auto parts retailer Bapcor rejects Bain Capital's $1.2 billion bid

Australian auto parts retailer Bapcor rejected on Tuesday the A$1.83 billion ($1.23 billion) buyout offer from private equity firm Bain Capital

Australia auto parts retailer Bapcor rejects Bain Capital's $1.2 billion bid
Asia|Business|Finance

China's Guangzhou R&F Properties faces liquidation petition in Hong Kong

Chinese property developer Guangzhou R&F Properties said on Tuesday its unit Trillion Glory had received a winding-up petition from a Singapore-based private equity fund due to non-

China's Guangzhou R&F Properties faces liquidation petition in Hong Kong
Business|Economy|Finance

Chilly June prompts UK consumers to cut back their spending

British consumer spending contracted in June, hurt by bad weather, according to surveys on Tuesday that added to recent signs of the country's tepid economic growth that the

Chilly June prompts UK consumers to cut back their spending
Business|Finance|News|Technology|US

Judge who nixed Musk's pay package hears arguments on massive fee request from plaintiff lawyers

A Delaware judge is considering a massive and unprecedented fee request by lawyers who successfully argued that a massive and unprecedented pay package for Tesla CEO Elon Musk should be voided

Judge who nixed Musk's pay package hears arguments on massive fee request from plaintiff lawyers
Business|Election|News|Technology|US

LinkedIn billionaire bankrolls voting firm Smartmatic as it fights Fox News in 2020 election defamation case

LinkedIn billionaire bankrolls voting firm Smartmatic as it fights Fox News in 2020 election defamation case

LinkedIn billionaire bankrolls voting firm Smartmatic as it fights Fox News in 2020 election defamation case
Americas|Business|Finance

Citi to cease operations in Haiti after 50 years

Citigroup will wind up its operations in Haiti due to weak demand from institutional clients and lower international banking activity, ending its presence of more than five decades in the

Citi to cease operations in Haiti after 50 years
Business|Europe|Technology

Airbus confirms it delivered 323 airplanes in first half

Airbus confirmed on Monday it had delivered 323 airplanes in the first half of the year, up 2% from 316 in the same period of 2023.

Airbus confirms it delivered 323 airplanes in first half
Business|Finance|Health

Masimo receives offer of up to $950 million for consumer business

Masimo said on Monday a potential joint venture partner is prepared to offer $850 million to $950 million for its consumer business, which includes health and audio

Masimo receives offer of up to $950 million for consumer business
Business|Finance|Technology

Bitfarms names new CEO to guide it through strategic review

Bitcoin miner Bitfarms has appointed insider Ben Gagnon as its new chief executive officer to oversee a strategic review and navigate a dispute with its biggest shareholder, Riot Platforms

Bitfarms names new CEO to guide it through strategic review
Business|Economy|Technology|US

Boeing strike the latest challenge for troubled planemaker

Boeing's U.S.

Boeing strike the latest challenge for troubled planemaker
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe

Beijing steps up probe into EU brandy imports as trade tensions deepen after tariffs on Chinese EVs

Beijing steps up probe into EU brandy imports as trade tensions deepen after tariffs on Chinese EVs

Beijing steps up probe into EU brandy imports as trade tensions deepen after tariffs on Chinese EVs
Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Vista Outdoor rejects MNC's buyout offer, agrees to CSG's sweetened bid for unit

Vista Outdoor on Monday rejected investment firm MNC Capital's final buyout offer of $3.2 billion, citing that it undervalued the company, and said it had agreed to an increased bid for its

Vista Outdoor rejects MNC's buyout offer, agrees to CSG's sweetened bid for unit
Business|Technology

ASML CEO says world needs the legacy chips China is producing, Handelsblatt reports

Chip buyers, including the German car industry, need the older generation computer chips that Chinese chipmakers are currently investing in, the CEO of equipment maker ASML said

ASML CEO says world needs the legacy chips China is producing, Handelsblatt reports
Business|US

Archegos collapse driven by 'lies and manipulation,' US prosecutor says as trial closes

The 2021 collapse of Sung Kook "Bill" Hwang's Archegos Capital

Archegos collapse driven by 'lies and manipulation,' US prosecutor says as trial closes
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

German insurers' body cuts growth outlook for 2024 premium income

German insurers expect to see a lower increase in premium income this year, the German Insurance Association (GDV) said on Monday, as the life insurance business struggles with a

German insurers' body cuts growth outlook for 2024 premium income
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Samsung Electronics workers strike as union voice grows in South Korea

Samsung Electronics workers began a three-day strike for better pay on Monday, with their union pointing to further action should South Korea's

Samsung Electronics workers strike as union voice grows in South Korea
Business|Economy|News|US

John Deere to lay off roughly 600 employees from three US factories

John Deere to lay off roughly 600 employees from three US factories

John Deere to lay off roughly 600 employees from three US factories
Business|Europe

Corporate France braces for new era of political turmoil

France's business elite is anxious about volatile politics, inexperienced policymakers, street protests and a possible wave of

Corporate France braces for new era of political turmoil
Asia|Economy|Finance|Technology|US|World

Battery maker SK On declares ‘emergency’ as EV sales disappoint, FT reports

South Korean electric vehicle (EV) battery producer SK On has declared itself in crisis as its customers struggle with disappointing EV sales in Europe and the U.S., the Financial Times

Battery maker SK On declares ‘emergency’ as EV sales disappoint, FT reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|News

Vietnam targeting Q3 GDP growth of 6.5%-7.0%, inflation below 4.5%, PM says

Vietnam is targeting gross domestic product (GDP) growth of 6.5%-7.0% in the third quarter, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said on Saturday.

Vietnam targeting Q3 GDP growth of 6.5%-7.0%, inflation below 4.5%, PM says
Asia|Business|Technology|US

Former ASML CEO says US-China chip fight will continue

The recently retired CEO of semiconductor equipment maker ASML said in an interview with Dutch radio station BNR on Saturday that U.S.-China disputes over computer chips are

Former ASML CEO says US-China chip fight will continue
Business|Finance|Technology|US

Talen asks US regulators to reject challenge to Amazon data center deal

Talen Energy has asked U.S. regulators to reject a challenge to its recent Amazon data center deal, which is being opposed by a group of electric utilities that

Talen asks US regulators to reject challenge to Amazon data center deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Europe's top cognac makers to attend China meeting on anti-dumping probe, source says

Leading European cognac producers will attend a hearing on China's anti-dumping probe of the industry in Beijing on July 18 - their first chance to defend themselves

Europe's top cognac makers to attend China meeting on anti-dumping probe, source says
Asia|Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Cathay Pacific to buy back remaining 50% of HK government's preference shares

Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific Airways will buy back the remaining 50% of preference shares that were issued to the Hong Kong SAR Government on July 31, the company said on Friday.

Cathay Pacific to buy back remaining 50% of HK government's preference shares
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Nasdaq, S&P 500 hit record highs as payrolls data raises rate cut hopes

Wall Street stock indexes closed firmer on Friday, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq and benchmark S&P 500 hitting record highs,

Nasdaq, S&P 500 hit record highs as payrolls data raises rate cut hopes
Asia|Business|Finance|Technology

Several Chinese state firms in Shanghai buy Tesla Model Y cars

Several state-owned firms in China's financial hub of Shanghai have recently purchased Tesla's best-selling Model Y as service cars, a local government statement said on Friday.

Several Chinese state firms in Shanghai buy Tesla Model Y cars
Asia|Business|Economy

BYD's steep EV discounting in Thailand sparks backlash, PM seeks assurances

Thailand's consumer protection agency has received about 70 complaints since initiating a probe into aggressive discounting by BYD

BYD's steep EV discounting in Thailand sparks backlash, PM seeks assurances
Asia|Business|Technology

Toyota finds no new wrongdoing in certification investigation

Toyota Motor did not find any new cases of wrongdoing in the certification applications of its car models beyond the ones it had already reported last month, the Japanese automaker

Toyota finds no new wrongdoing in certification investigation
Business|Europe|Finance|Technology

Atos says secures short-term funding through syndication agreements

French technology company Atos said on Friday it had successfully secured short-term financing via two tranches of loans from creditors, adding it still expected to reach a final

Atos says secures short-term funding through syndication agreements
Australia|Business|Finance|Technology

Australian court rules PayPal's local unit used unfair contract term for small businesses

Australia's federal court has found that PayPal's local unit used an unfair term in its standard contracts with small business customers who overlooked errors in overcharging, the country's

Australian court rules PayPal's local unit used unfair contract term for small businesses
Business|Economy|Finance|News

Canada's services PMI falls to three-month low in June

Canada's services economy moved back into contraction in June as a decline in new business weighed on the sector's performance even as inflation pressures cooled, S

Canada's services PMI falls to three-month low in June
Asia|News|World

Firms weigh removing Taiwan staff from China after death penalty threat

Some foreign companies are considering moving Taiwanese employees out of China after Beijing said it could impose the death penalty on "diehard" Taiwan independence

Firms weigh removing Taiwan staff from China after death penalty threat
Asia|Business|Finance

Japanese insurers, banks to sell Honda shares worth $3.3 billion, filing shows

Japanese financial groups including Tokio Marine, Sompo and two MS&AD units will sell Honda Motor shares worth 535 billion yen ($3.3 billion) to unwind cross-shareholdings, a

Japanese insurers, banks to sell Honda shares worth $3.3 billion, filing shows
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US

European shares advance on rate optimism; UK election in focus

European shares rose on Thursday amid optimism around U.S. interest rate cuts following soft economic data, while London markets gained as

European shares advance on rate optimism; UK election in focus
Business|Europe

Lufthansa to consider raising stake in ITA to 90%, CEO says

Lufthansa will consider raising its stake in Italy's ITA Airways to 90%, starting from early next year, the CEO of the German airline said in an interview published on Thursday.

Lufthansa to consider raising stake in ITA to 90%, CEO says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

Stocks stretch record run, pound pauses as UK votes

World stocks clocked up more record highs on Thursday after U.S. data narrowed the odds on a September Fed interest rate cut, while Europe was on politics watch again as UK voters

Stocks stretch record run, pound pauses as UK votes
Business|News|Technology

Former Boeing inspector alleges ‘scrap’ parts ended up on assembly lines

Former Boeing inspector alleges ‘scrap’ parts ended up on assembly lines

Former Boeing inspector alleges ‘scrap’ parts ended up on assembly lines
Business|Economy|Finance|US

McKinsey wins dismissal of Jay Alix's lawsuit over bankruptcy conflicts

A U.S. judge dismissed turnaround specialist Jay Alix's lawsuit accusing consulting giant McKinsey & Co of misleading bankruptcy courts about conflicts of

McKinsey wins dismissal of Jay Alix's lawsuit over bankruptcy conflicts
News|US

US judge partially blocks FTC ban on worker noncompete agreements

A federal judge in Texas on Wednesday partially blocked a U.S.

US judge partially blocks FTC ban on worker noncompete agreements
Business|Technology

Amazon to wind down its Astro for Business security robot

Amazon.com said on Wednesday it would discontinue its security robot, Astro for Business, for small- and medium-sized businesses as it shifts its focus to household robots.

Amazon to wind down its Astro for Business security robot
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US banks' commercial real estate loan worries linger after latest tumble

Several U.S. regional and mid-sized banks continue to face the squeeze from high exposure to the commercial real estate (CRE) sector that has been roiled by higher-for-longer interest

US banks' commercial real estate loan worries linger after latest tumble
Economy|News|US

US service sector sags in June as orders sink

A measure of U.S. services sector activity slumped to a four-year low in June amid a sharp drop in orders, potentially hinting at a loss of momentum in the economy at the end of

US service sector sags in June as orders sink
Business|Europe|Technology

ASML expansion in Veldhoven can proceed, Dutch court rules

Semiconductor production equipment maker ASML may continue with an expansion under way at its headquarters in Veldhoven, the Netherlands' Council of State ruled on Wednesday,

ASML expansion in Veldhoven can proceed, Dutch court rules
Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets

Constellation Brands beats quarterly profit estimates on strong beer business

Corona beer maker Constellation Brands on Wednesday beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit, helped by strong demand for its core beer brands, which offset the sluggish wines

Constellation Brands beats quarterly profit estimates on strong beer business
Business|Finance|News|US

US law firms smell opportunity as Supreme Court guts agency powers

Law firms are capitalizing on client uncertainty sparked by a flurry of new U.S.

US law firms smell opportunity as Supreme Court guts agency powers
Economy|Europe

Euro zone business growth slowed sharply in June, PMI shows

Overall business growth across the euro zone slowed sharply last month as a solid expansion in the bloc's dominant services industry failed to offset a further deterioration in

Euro zone business growth slowed sharply in June, PMI shows
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Nippon Steel's Mori to visit US again next week for talks on US Steel takeover

Nippon Steel's vice chairman plans to return to the United States next week again to discuss its proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel, a company spokesperson said on Wednesday.

Nippon Steel's Mori to visit US again next week for talks on US Steel takeover
Business|Finance

China's Kaisa gets seven-week stay on liquidation petition; adjournment likely its last

A Hong Kong court gave Chinese property developer Kaisa Group a seven-week respite on Monday to finalise a debt restructuring plan, adjourning a hearing on a

China's Kaisa gets seven-week stay on liquidation petition; adjournment likely its last
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

German business sentiment unexpectedly darkens in June, Ifo says

German business morale unexpectedly fell in June amid increasing pessimism about the performance of Europe's largest economy, a survey of around 9,000 managers

German business sentiment unexpectedly darkens in June, Ifo says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Downturn in UK factory orders eases but export demand weak, CBI survey shows

British manufacturing orders contracted in June at a reduced pace compared with a month earlier, despite a sharp drop in export orders, a survey from the Confederation of British Industry

Downturn in UK factory orders eases but export demand weak, CBI survey shows
Business|Finance

Italy's Eni aims to finalise Enilive stake sale by year-end, CEO says

Italian energy group Eni expects to complete the sale of a minority stake in its biofuel unit Enilive by the end of 2024, Chief Executive Claudio Descalzi said on Monday.

Italy's Eni aims to finalise Enilive stake sale by year-end, CEO says
Business|Europe|Finance|Technology

What next for Telecom Italia after network sale to KKR?

Telecom Italia (TIM) will finalise on July 1 the landmark sale of its fixed-line domestic access network to U.S. fund KKR, a deal that makes it the first phone

What next for Telecom Italia after network sale to KKR?
Business|Technology

Shopify expands access to its AI-powered features to attract more businesses

Shopify made its artificial intelligence-powered tools, including the Sidekick assistant and image-generation feature, available to more users on Monday, in a bid to

Shopify expands access to its AI-powered features to attract more businesses
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Foxconn to invest $383 million in Vietnam circuit board plant, says state media

Foxconn Singapore has been awarded a licence to invest $383 million in a factory to produce printed circuit boards in Vietnam, state media reported on Monday.

Foxconn to invest $383 million in Vietnam circuit board plant, says state media
Business|Finance

UPS announces sale of Coyote Logistics unit to RXO for $1 billion

United Parcel Service, the world's biggest package delivery firm, will sell its Coyote Logistics business unit to RXO for $1.025 billion, the companies said on Sunday.

UPS announces sale of Coyote Logistics unit to RXO for $1 billion
Business|Economy|Environment|News

Mission 2025 group urges governments to set more ambitious climate goals

Some of the world's biggest companies, finance houses, cities and regions have joined forces to urge governments to increase their climate

Mission 2025 group urges governments to set more ambitious climate goals
News|US

US Supreme Court takes up 'Dewberry' trademark dispute

The U.S.

US Supreme Court takes up 'Dewberry' trademark dispute
Business|Health

Wegovy-maker Novo Nordisk to spend $4.1 billion to boost US manufacturing

Obesity drug-maker Novo Nordisk will spend $4.1 billion to build a U.S. facility to fill injection pens for its hugely popular

Wegovy-maker Novo Nordisk to spend $4.1 billion to boost US manufacturing
Business|Finance|US

TWFG Insurance reveals nearly 27% jump in net profit in US IPO filing

TWFG disclosed a nearly 27% jump in annual net profit on Monday, as the insurer revealed the paperwork for its initial public offering in the United States. The U.S.

TWFG Insurance reveals nearly 27% jump in net profit in US IPO filing
Business|Economy|Finance

'Great Resignation' enters third year as workers embrace AI, upskilling, PwC says

The proportion of workers who expect to switch employers in the next 12 months is higher than that from the "Great Resignation" period of 2022, a PwC survey of

'Great Resignation' enters third year as workers embrace AI, upskilling, PwC says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Toyota sold $2 billion worth of cross-held listed shares in FY2023/24, filing shows

Toyota sold $2 billion worth of cross shareholdings of listed companies in the year that just ended, the Japanese automaker disclosed in a regulatory filing on Tuesday.

Toyota sold $2 billion worth of cross-held listed shares in FY2023/24, filing shows
Asia|Business|Finance

Chinese developer Shimao sweetens debt revamp terms ahead of liquidation hearing, sources say

Shimao Group has sweetened its offshore debt restructuring terms to garner support from creditors, said three sources, as the Chinese property developer

Chinese developer Shimao sweetens debt revamp terms ahead of liquidation hearing, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Eurofins denies short seller Muddy Waters' allegations after share fall

Lab testing firm Eurofins on Tuesday rejected allegations made a day earlier by short seller Muddy Waters which questioned its financial reporting and hit its shares, saying it was

Eurofins denies short seller Muddy Waters' allegations after share fall
Celebrity|Entertainment

Taylor Swift's concert film to get early-access screenings in US, Canada

Taylor Swift, the cultural juggernaut known for shattering records, said on Wednesday that the documentary film from her billion-dollar Eras concert tour will offer one-day early-access

Taylor Swift's concert film to get early-access screenings in US, Canada
Business|Economy|US

As oil majors cast shale nets, Texas oilman Sheffield made Pioneer the prized catch

Four years ago, Texas oilman Scott Sheffield saw the oil majors were moving aggressively into the top U.S. shale basin and plotted to make his then-$24 billion

As oil majors cast shale nets, Texas oilman Sheffield made Pioneer the prized catch
Business|News|US

Donald Trump appears in New York court again for civil fraud trial

Donald Trump appeared in New York court on Tuesday for the third week of a civil fraud trial that could dismantle pillars of the former U.S. president's business empire.

Donald Trump appears in New York court again for civil fraud trial
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets

Bond sell-off back, stocks steady, earnings and geopolitics on the agenda

Bond yields rose on Tuesday and stocks steadied as markets continued to retrace last week's moves to safe-haven assets, focusing on corporate

Bond sell-off back, stocks steady, earnings and geopolitics on the agenda
Business|News|US

Donald Trump fined $10,000 for second gag order violation in civil fraud case

Donald Trump was fined $10,000 on Wednesday after the New York judge overseeing his civil fraud trial said the former U.S. president for a second time

Donald Trump fined $10,000 for second gag order violation in civil fraud case
Business|Finance|Technology

Tesla raises price of high-performance Model Y in China by 14,000 yuan

Tesla Inc has increased the price for its Model Y high-performance version SUV in China by 14,000 yuan ($1,913.88) from Friday, it said on a social media notice.

Tesla raises price of high-performance Model Y in China by 14,000 yuan
Business

Restaurant serves up food, comfort during Lewiston manhunt

At Best Thai II in coastal Maine, the phone has been ringing off the hook.

Restaurant serves up food, comfort during Lewiston manhunt
MidEast|News|Technology|World

Israel's Mobileye CEO urges that Netanyahu be replaced immediately

The head of self-driving auto technologies firm Mobileye and one of Israel's leading businessmen, Amnon Shashua, on Sunday urged the immediate ouster of Prime Minister Benjamin

Israel's Mobileye CEO urges that Netanyahu be replaced immediately
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Wall St rallies 1%, yen gains vs dollar; talk of BOJ policy tweak

Global stock indexes advanced on Monday, with U.S. stocks rallying more than 1% after recent sharp declines, while the yen rose to a two-week high against

Wall St rallies 1%, yen gains vs dollar; talk of BOJ policy tweak
News|US

US Senator Schumer urges FTC to probe Exxon, Chevron mega-deals

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer on Wednesday urged the U.S.

US Senator Schumer urges FTC to probe Exxon, Chevron mega-deals
Asia|Technology

Japan's efforts to foster chip sector are 'impressive' - research org head

Japan's efforts to regain its position as a leading manufacturer of chips are "impressive", the head of a leading chip research organisation said on Thursday.

Japan's efforts to foster chip sector are 'impressive' - research org head
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Investment bankers see dealmaking lull storing pent-up demand

Some of the world's top investment bankers said on Wednesday that a drop in corporate dealmaking in 2023 sets the stage for a pick-up in activity once uncertainty

Investment bankers see dealmaking lull storing pent-up demand
Business|Finance|Technology|US

Boeing sets sights on annual airplane delivery target after slow October

Boeing must deliver 70 narrowbody 737s and 14 widebody 787 Dreamliners in November and December to meet its target for 2023, setting the U.S. planemaker up

Boeing sets sights on annual airplane delivery target after slow October
Business|Finance|News|US

Citigroup CEO announces management changes, 'difficult' decisions

Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser announced the next layer of management changes in a sweeping reorganization, according to a memo to staff on Monday.

Citigroup CEO announces management changes, 'difficult' decisions
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Jeff Bezos expected to sell more Amazon shares worth $1 billion - CNBC

Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos is expected to offload more of his stake in the company on Tuesday after selling shares worth about $240 million last week, CNBC reported, citing a source.

Jeff Bezos expected to sell more Amazon shares worth $1 billion - CNBC
Australia|Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets

Investors expected to vote against Brookfield's $10.6 billion bid for Australia's Origin Energy

A Brookfield-led consortium's A$16.3 billion ($10.61 billion) bid for Origin Energy is expected to fail after the largest shareholder in

Investors expected to vote against Brookfield's $10.6 billion bid for Australia's Origin Energy
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Exclusive-Choice Hotels prepares to challenge Wyndham's board -sources

Choice Hotels International is preparing to nominate directors to the board of rival Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, seeking to break a stalemate in an $8 billion takeover battle,

Exclusive-Choice Hotels prepares to challenge Wyndham's board -sources
Business|Technology

Taiwanese Tesla supplier Hota retools supply chain with first US factory

For years, Hota Industrial Mfg.

Taiwanese Tesla supplier Hota retools supply chain with first US factory
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Analysis-After Munger's death, Berkshire succession comes into focus

The death of Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger heralds the end of an era, leaving Warren Buffett as the conglomerate's lone investing legend and shining the spotlight

Analysis-After Munger's death, Berkshire succession comes into focus
Business|Finance|Technology

Apple told component suppliers to source iPhone 16 batteries from India- FT

Apple has informed component suppliers of its preference to source batteries for the forthcoming iPhone 16 from Indian factories, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday.

Apple told component suppliers to source iPhone 16 batteries from India- FT
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Analysis-US airlines' plans for growth constrained by antitrust concerns

Shortages of new planes, jet engines and pilots have left U.S. airlines with little choice but to pursue growth through acquisitions - which then puts them in

Analysis-US airlines' plans for growth constrained by antitrust concerns
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Investor group launches $5.8 billion buyout bid for Macy's- WSJ

An investor group consisting of Arkhouse Management and Brigade Capital has made a $5.8 billion offer to take department store chain Macy's private, after stiff competition from online

Investor group launches $5.8 billion buyout bid for Macy's- WSJ
Asia|Business|Technology|US

Nvidia to expand ties with Vietnam, support AI development

U.S. chipmaker Nvidia's chief executive said on Monday the company will expand its partnership with Vietnam's top tech firms and support the country in training talent for developing

Nvidia to expand ties with Vietnam, support AI development
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Nippon Steel confident hefty premium for U.S. Steel makes sense

Nippon Steel said on Tuesday it can afford to pay $14.9 billion for U.S.

Nippon Steel confident hefty premium for U.S. Steel makes sense
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Airbus on course for record jetliner orders in 2023, sources say

Airbus is on course to break aerospace order records in 2023 after a buying spree from European airlines and a brisk month so far in deliveries, industry sources said

Airbus on course for record jetliner orders in 2023, sources say
Business|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|US

Prada buys New York Fifth Avenue store building for $425 million

Italian fashion house Prada has paid $425 million to buy the building on Fifth Avenue in New York which currently hosts its store, the company said on Wednesday.

Prada buys New York Fifth Avenue store building for $425 million
Business|Food

China's new thirst for coffee spurs cut-throat cafe competition

Chinese coffee consumption is growing quickly, spurring cut-throat competition between local and foreign coffee chains that have opened

China's new thirst for coffee spurs cut-throat cafe competition
Business|Economy|Finance|US

U.S. property reinsurance rates rise by up to 50% on Jan 1-broker says

U.S. property catastrophe reinsurance rates rose by as much as 50% on the key Jan. 1 renewal date, broker Gallagher Re said in a report on Tuesday, as reinsurers look to recoup

U.S. property reinsurance rates rise by up to 50% on Jan 1-broker says
Business|Europe|Finance

Carrefour says it will not sell PepsiCo goods due to price hikes

Carrefour is telling customers it will no longer sell PepsiCo products like Pepsi, Lay's crisps and 7up because they had become too costly, in the latest tug-of-war

Carrefour says it will not sell PepsiCo goods due to price hikes
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Stocks fall, yields inch higher; focus on upcoming US inflation data, earnings

Global stock indexes fell and Treasury yields edged higher on Tuesday, with investors bracing for key U.S. inflation data this week and the start of

Stocks fall, yields inch higher; focus on upcoming US inflation data, earnings
Business|Technology

CNN boss plans to merge newsgathering ops, explores digital subscription model - WSJ

CNN's new CEO Mark Thompson plans to combine all newsgathering operations of the news network into one unit that would serve its television, streaming and digital platforms, the Wall

CNN boss plans to merge newsgathering ops, explores digital subscription model - WSJ
Business|Economy|Technology

AI buzzes Davos, but CEOs wrestle with how to make it pay

Bright banners tout the promise of artificial intelligence along the main promenade of Davos, but executives at the World Economic Forum (WEF) say they

AI buzzes Davos, but CEOs wrestle with how to make it pay
Business|Technology|US

United CEO kickstarts Airbus talks amid Boeing delays- sources

United Airlines has approached Airbus about buying more A321neo jets to fill a potential void left by the delayed Boeing 737 MAX 10, in a trade-off likely to ease deadlock

United CEO kickstarts Airbus talks amid Boeing delays- sources
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Mattel draws activist investor seeking changes at toymaker - WSJ

Activist investor Barington Capital has set its sights on Mattel and is seeking big changes to boost the toymaker's stock, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday.

Mattel draws activist investor seeking changes at toymaker - WSJ
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Asian shares buoyed by US tech bounce, payrolls in focus

Asian shares were buoyed by a late bounce in U.S. tech on Friday as results from Meta and Amazon beat expectations, while investors are bracing for U.S. jobs figures,

Asian shares buoyed by US tech bounce, payrolls in focus
Asia|Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets

New highs for Nikkei, Hong Kong limps to holiday break

Japanese shares hit 34-year highs on Friday and strong earnings had the S&P 500 at record close, while oil prices were set for a sharp weekly rise on Israel's

New highs for Nikkei, Hong Kong limps to holiday break
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|Travel

Thai Airways to acquire 45 wide-body Boeing jets

Thai Airways International said on Wednesday it has entered into an agreement with Boeing and GE Aerospace for a firm order of 45 wide-body jets to expand its fleet, with

Thai Airways to acquire 45 wide-body Boeing jets
Business|Finance|Technology

Sony slashes PS5 sales target, plans 2025 IPO for financial unit

Japan's Sony slashed the full-year sales forecast for its PlayStation 5 console on Wednesday and said it plans to list its financial business next year as it focuses on

Sony slashes PS5 sales target, plans 2025 IPO for financial unit
Business|Technology|US

Boeing, pressured over 737 MAX 9 blowout, says January deliveries shrank 29%

Boeing said on Tuesday it delivered 27 airplanes in January, which was down 29% from the same month last year as regulators, lawmakers and customers pressured

Boeing, pressured over 737 MAX 9 blowout, says January deliveries shrank 29%
Business|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Intuitive Machines rockets higher after landing spacecraft on moon

Shares of Intuitive Machines shot up 43% in premarket trading after the space exploration company became the first private firm to successfully land a spacecraft on the moon.

Intuitive Machines rockets higher after landing spacecraft on moon
Business|Technology|US

AT&T to credit customers a full day of service for Thursday outage

AT&T will credit customers a full day of service for the carrier's more than 10-hour outage on Thursday that affected more than 70,000 users, saying it was the "right thing to do."

AT&T to credit customers a full day of service for Thursday outage
Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Hybrids, gas vehicles fuel legacy automakers' shares past EV rivals

Shares of legacy automakers have outpaced their electric counterparts over the last few weeks, as investors respond to company decisions to prioritize higher-margin, gas-

Hybrids, gas vehicles fuel legacy automakers' shares past EV rivals
Business|Economy|Environment|News|Science|Technology

Inside a copper output plunge at No. 1 global producer Codelco

Beneath the world's largest open-pit copper mine in Chile lies a tunnel complex filled with dust so dense that machines frequently

Inside a copper output plunge at No. 1 global producer Codelco
Business|Economy|Finance

Embattled lender NYCB seeks cash infusion, WSJ reports

Embattled lender New York Community Bancorp is seeking a cash infusion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday.

Embattled lender NYCB seeks cash infusion, WSJ reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

High-profile hedge fund managers line up launches for 2024

A bumper crop of 40 high-profile hedge fund launches by former portfolio managers of multi-billion dollar firms is expected this year,

High-profile hedge fund managers line up launches for 2024
Business|Finance|US

Exclusive-Nordstrom's founding family in new bid to take U.S. retailer private, sources say

The founding family behind Nordstrom Inc is seeking to take the U.S. department store operator private, six years after a similar

Exclusive-Nordstrom's founding family in new bid to take U.S. retailer private, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|News

Factbox-How companies are responding to attacks on ships in the Red Sea

Companies are responding to disruptions to shipping on the shortest route between Europe and Asia.

Factbox-How companies are responding to attacks on ships in the Red Sea
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US durable goods orders rebound in February

Orders for long-lasting U.S. manufactured goods increased more than expected in February, while business investment on equipment appeared to improve in the first quarter.

US durable goods orders rebound in February
Business|Finance|US

Home Depot to buy SRS Distribution in $18.25 billion deal

Home Depot said on Thursday it would buy building products distributor SRS Distribution in a deal valued at about $18.25 billion including debt.

Home Depot to buy SRS Distribution in $18.25 billion deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

General Motors results beat targets, forecast raised, shares jump

General Motors on Tuesday posted quarterly results that topped Wall Street targets and the automaker raised its annual forecast, citing stable pricing and demand for

General Motors results beat targets, forecast raised, shares jump
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Tepid US data hits stocks, lifts Treasury yields to over 5-month high

Stocks snapped a three-day winning streak on Thursday as disappointing forecasts from Facebook and Instagram owner Meta hammered the tech

Tepid US data hits stocks, lifts Treasury yields to over 5-month high
Asia|Business|Technology

India 'shocked' as Musk's surprise China visit leaves them spurned

Elon Musk's surprise visit to China this week won concessions for Tesla but left India feeling spurned after he cancelled a scheduled trip there for earlier this

India 'shocked' as Musk's surprise China visit leaves them spurned
Business|Technology|US

Musk disbands Tesla EV charging team, leaving customers in the dark

Elon Musk's abrupt decision to lay off employees who ran Tesla's electric vehicle charging business blindsided automakers gearing up to

Musk disbands Tesla EV charging team, leaving customers in the dark
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Buffett says Berkshire in good hands, lauds Apple despite lowering stake

Warren Buffett assured Berkshire Hathaway shareholders on Saturday that the executives expected to succeed him were ready for the job,

Buffett says Berkshire in good hands, lauds Apple despite lowering stake
Business|Finance|US

Berkshire shareholders reject climate, diversity, China proposals

Berkshire Hathaway Inc shareholders on Saturday overwhelmingly rejected six proposals addressing environmental and social policy issues at Warren

Berkshire shareholders reject climate, diversity, China proposals
Business|Finance|US

At Berkshire Hathaway meeting, Warren Buffett to field questions on growth, dividend and succession

Warren Buffett takes center stage in Omaha for Berkshire Hathaway's annual shareholder meeting on Saturday, as investors size up his

At Berkshire Hathaway meeting, Warren Buffett to field questions on growth, dividend and succession
Business|Finance|US

Alaska Air says Boeing issued $61 million in credit memos to address grounding hit

Alaska Air Group has received $61 million in supplier credit memos from Boeing as additional compensation for the hit from a temporary grounding of 737 MAX 9 jets, the carrier said on

Alaska Air says Boeing issued $61 million in credit memos to address grounding hit
News|US

Biden touts new $3.3 billion Microsoft data center at failed Foxconn site Trump backed

U.S.

Biden touts new $3.3 billion Microsoft data center at failed Foxconn site Trump backed
Asia|Business|Economy|News|World

Pakistan PM unveils broader plan to sell most state-owned firms

Pakistan will privatise all state-owned enterprises, with the exception of strategic entities, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Tuesday, broadening its

Pakistan PM unveils broader plan to sell most state-owned firms
Business|Europe

Anglo American has sought fertiliser partners for months, says CEO

Anglo American has been looking for partners for its fertiliser project in North Yorkshire for around six months, Chief Executive Duncan Wanblad told

Anglo American has sought fertiliser partners for months, says CEO
Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Boeing shareholders vote to keep departing CEO on planemaker's board

Boeing’s departing CEO Dave Calhoun was re-elected to stay on

Boeing shareholders vote to keep departing CEO on planemaker's board
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Japan's business service prices rise at fastest annual pace since March 2015

Japanese corporate services prices in April rose at their fastest pace since early 2015, Bank of Japan data showed on Tuesday, boosted by labour costs in the services sector in a

Japan's business service prices rise at fastest annual pace since March 2015
Business|Travel|US

US business travel is back but it looks different, hotel CEOs say

Business travel has returned to the United States, hotel executives at a New York industry conference said this week, as companies of all sizes are increasingly

US business travel is back but it looks different, hotel CEOs say
Asia|Business|Finance|Technology

Samsung Electronics union in South Korea stages first walkout

A workers' union at Samsung Electronics staged its first walkout on Friday, signalling more assertiveness among employees just as South Korea's most

Samsung Electronics union in South Korea stages first walkout
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

S&P 500, Nasdaq notch record closing highs ahead of CPI, Fed decision

The Nasdaq and the S&P 500 rose on Tuesday to end at all-time highs, reversing early losses as investors prepared for upcoming inflation data and the U.S.

S&P 500, Nasdaq notch record closing highs ahead of CPI, Fed decision
Business|News|US

States sue US to block rule that oil firms guarantee payment to dismantle old wells

Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi on Monday sued the U.S. government to block the Biden administration's proposed rule that would require the offshore oil and

States sue US to block rule that oil firms guarantee payment to dismantle old wells
Business|Europe|Finance

Poland's LPP says police are investigating Hindenburg Research

Polish police have opened an investigation into possible manipulation of financial instruments by Hindenburg Research, fashion group LPP said on Thursday.

Poland's LPP says police are investigating Hindenburg Research
Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

SLB, ChampionX get second request from DoJ for proposed $8 billion deal details

Oilfield services company SLB said on Tuesday it has received a second request for additional information from the United States Department of Justice in connection with its $7.75 billion

SLB, ChampionX get second request from DoJ for proposed $8 billion deal details
Business|Technology

CDK Global says ‘substantially all’ dealers are back online after a crippling hack

CDK Global says ‘substantially all’ dealers are back online after a crippling hack

CDK Global says ‘substantially all’ dealers are back online after a crippling hack
Business|Technology

Apple poised to get OpenAI board observer role as part of AI pact, Bloomberg News reports

Apple will get an observer role on OpenAI's board as part of a landmark AI agreement announced last month, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday.

Apple poised to get OpenAI board observer role as part of AI pact, Bloomberg News reports
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Ford urges its managers to buy more EVs with new leasing policy

Ford Motor is trying to get more of its managers to buy electric vehicles, according to an internal email the automaker sent last week that was reviewed by Reuters.

Ford urges its managers to buy more EVs with new leasing policy
Business|Health

Walmart has held talks to sell its shuttered medical clinics, Fortune reports

Walmart has held talks with potential buyers to sell its already shuttered medical clinics, Fortune reported on Tuesday, citing multiple sources familiar with the matter.

Walmart has held talks to sell its shuttered medical clinics, Fortune reports
Business|Economy|News

FTC unanimously moves to block $4 billion merger of mattress giants

FTC unanimously moves to block $4 billion merger of mattress giants

FTC unanimously moves to block $4 billion merger of mattress giants
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Icahn-owned oil refiner CVR bidding in Citgo share auction, sources say

Oil refiner CVR Energy, controlled by billionaire investor Carl Icahn, has submitted a binding offer in an ongoing auction of shares in the

Icahn-owned oil refiner CVR bidding in Citgo share auction, sources say
Economy|Europe|Finance

Euro zone consumer confidence rises to -14.0 in June

Euro zone consumer confidence rose by 0.3 point in June from the May number, figures released on Thursday showed.

Euro zone consumer confidence rises to -14.0 in June
Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets

LSEG announces multi-year news and data partnership with Dow Jones

The London Stock Exchange Group announced a multi-year news and data partnership with Dow Jones that will include content from the Wall Street Journal, the companies said on Tuesday.

LSEG announces multi-year news and data partnership with Dow Jones
News|US

US to block Tempur Sealy's $4 billion Mattress Firm deal

The U.S.

US to block Tempur Sealy's $4 billion Mattress Firm deal
Asia|Business|Finance

Toyota Group suppliers Denso, Aisin scale back cross-shareholdings, filing shows

Two of Toyota's top suppliers, Denso and Aisin, have sold off holdings in several Toyota-affiliated companies, regulatory filings showed on Thursday, in the latest reduction of cross

Toyota Group suppliers Denso, Aisin scale back cross-shareholdings, filing shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Tesla sales fall for second straight quarter despite price cuts, but beat analyst expectations

Tesla’s global sales fell for the second straight quarter despite price cuts and low-interest financing offers, another sign of weaking demand for the company’s products and electric vehicles overall

Tesla sales fall for second straight quarter despite price cuts, but beat analyst expectations
News|US

Novo Nordisk, Lilly must cut US prices of weight-loss drugs, Biden says

U.S.

Novo Nordisk, Lilly must cut US prices of weight-loss drugs, Biden says
Business|Finance

Air Canada to get eight Boeing 737 MAX jets from lessor BOC Aviation

Air Canada said on Tuesday that it has agreed to receive eight Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets from lessor BOC Aviation.

Air Canada to get eight Boeing 737 MAX jets from lessor BOC Aviation
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

The short seller that took on Gautam Adani made surprisingly little money

The short seller that took on Gautam Adani made surprisingly little money

The short seller that took on Gautam Adani made surprisingly little money
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Malaysian, Chinese firms sign deals worth $2.8 billion in potential investments

Malaysian and Chinese firms signed agreements on Thursday for potential investments worth 13.2 billion ringgit ($2.80 billion) to collaborate in sectors ranging from oil and

Malaysian, Chinese firms sign deals worth $2.8 billion in potential investments
Business|Europe|Finance

Citi bets on Europe despite political uncertainty, regional CEO says

Citigroup is looking to boost its business in Europe despite political instability on the continent spooking investors, the bank's new head of the region Ignacio

Citi bets on Europe despite political uncertainty, regional CEO says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

India's Vedanta to raise $120 million via debt issue

Indian metals-to-oil conglomerate Vedanta will raise up to 10 billion rupees (nearly $120 million) by issuing non-convertible debentures through a private placement, the company

India's Vedanta to raise $120 million via debt issue
Asia|Australia|Business|Finance|Food|Stock Markets

Guzman Y Gomez shares jump 36% in biggest Australian IPO this year

Mexican food chain Guzman Y Gomez served up Australia's best initial public offering debut in three years with its shares leaping more than one-third on their first

Guzman Y Gomez shares jump 36% in biggest Australian IPO this year
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Vietnam finalising plan for fund to attract foreign investment

Vietnam's Ministry of Planning and Investment is finalising a draft plan to set up a fund to help attract foreign investment and maintain the country's competitiveness, according to

Vietnam finalising plan for fund to attract foreign investment
Business|Economy|Finance

Hong Kong flags retail challenges as May sales slump 11.5% y/y

Hong Kong's May retail sales fell 11.5% from a year earlier, government data showed on Tuesday, reflecting a surge in outbound trips, strength in local currency and a high base

Hong Kong flags retail challenges as May sales slump 11.5% y/y
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Spirit Aero chief in spotlight as Boeing searches for new CEO

Boeing's long-awaited announcement that it will buy back its struggling supplier, Spirit AeroSystems, now shifts the focus of investors to the planemaker's

Spirit Aero chief in spotlight as Boeing searches for new CEO
Business|Economy

New Petrobras CEO says president wants firm to boost national economy

The chief executive of Brazilian oil giant Petrobras, Madga Chambriard, said the country's president asked her to work toward boosting the nation's economy while maintaining

New Petrobras CEO says president wants firm to boost national economy
Business|Economy|Finance|News

Qatar Airways posts 39% jump in annual profit to record $1.67 billion

Qatar Airways posted a 39% jump in annual net profit to a record 6.1 billion Qatari riyals ($1.67 billion) on Tuesday.

Qatar Airways posts 39% jump in annual profit to record $1.67 billion
Business|Europe|Finance|Travel

Ryanair traffic rises 11% to record high in June

Ryanair flew a record 19.3 million passengers in June, up 11% from a year earlier, the low-cost airline said on Tuesday.

Ryanair traffic rises 11% to record high in June
Business|Environment|Technology

German industry turns to solar in race to cut energy costs

For months, Philip Matthias tried to convince his father to install solar panels on their company's roof in the eastern German state of Thuringia, aiming to cut

German industry turns to solar in race to cut energy costs
Asia|Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Major Japanese insurers to offload $3.1 billion of Honda shares, sources say

Four of Japan's top property and casualty insurers and other financial firms plan to sell around 500 billion yen ($3.1 billion) of shares in Honda Motor, three people said, as the

Major Japanese insurers to offload $3.1 billion of Honda shares, sources say
Technology

Apple suspends work on next high-end headset, to focus on cheaper model, the Information reports

Apple has suspended work on its next high-end Vision headset, the Information reported on Tuesday, citing an employee at a manufacturer that makes key components for the Vision Pro.

Apple suspends work on next high-end headset, to focus on cheaper model, the Information reports
Asia|Business|Technology

Microsoft consolidates retail channels in China

Microsoft is consolidating its retail channels in mainland China, the firm said in response to media reports that it is closing its network of authorised physical retailers in the

Microsoft consolidates retail channels in China
Business|Finance|Technology|US

EV startup Fisker's U.S. units file for bankruptcy

Electric vehicle startup Fisker, which sought Chapter 11 protection earlier this week, said its U.S. units had also filed for bankruptcy in a court in Delaware on Wednesday.

EV startup Fisker's U.S. units file for bankruptcy
Business|Technology|US

GE Aerospace extends CEO Culp's contract till end of 2027

GE Aerospace said it has extended chief executive Larry Culp's tenure till the end of 2027, with a possibility of further extension by another year, a regulatory filing showed on Monday.

GE Aerospace extends CEO Culp's contract till end of 2027
Asia|Business|Economy|News

Toyota's chairman sees shareholder backing slide to 72% amid governance concerns

Shareholder backing for Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda slid for a second straight year, results from its annual general meeting showed on Wednesday, with his support

Toyota's chairman sees shareholder backing slide to 72% amid governance concerns
Business|Technology

Airbus deliveries rose 2% in first half, sources say

Airbus delivered a preliminary total of around 67 airplanes in June, bringing the total for the first half of the year to around 323 aircraft, up 2% from the same period

Airbus deliveries rose 2% in first half, sources say
Business|Finance|US

NY grocer Gristedes to spend millions to settle US greenhouse gas charges

The New York supermarket chain Gristedes will pay a $400,000 civil fine and spend $13.5 million on repairs and upgrades to settle charges that its store

NY grocer Gristedes to spend millions to settle US greenhouse gas charges
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Kaisa chairman returns to Shenzhen to meet regulators, sources say

The chairman of defaulted Chinese developer Kaisa Group returned to mainland China from Hong Kong for the first time in almost a decade to get regulatory

Kaisa chairman returns to Shenzhen to meet regulators, sources say
Lifestyle|News|Opinion

Community rallies together after family loses Rapidan Dam Store, home in same week

Community rallies together after family loses Rapidan Dam Store, home in same week

Community rallies together after family loses Rapidan Dam Store, home in same week
Business|Economy|World

Trump Tower is coming to Saudi Arabia

Trump Tower is coming to Saudi Arabia

Trump Tower is coming to Saudi Arabia
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|News

TV personality Carlos Watson testifies in his trial over collapse of startup Ozy Media

Former TV host Carlos Watson has taken the witness stand in the criminal trial surrounding the collapse of his Ozy Media

TV personality Carlos Watson testifies in his trial over collapse of startup Ozy Media
Business|News|Sports

Ownership group of NBA champion Boston Celtics is putting team up for sale

The ownership group that controls the NBA champion Boston Celtics says it intends to sell all its shares of the team

Ownership group of NBA champion Boston Celtics is putting team up for sale
Business|Celebrity|Finance

Katy Perry-backed food products firm Bragg explores sale, sources say

Bragg Live Food Products, which is backed by celebrities Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom, is exploring a sale that could value the maker of apple cider vinegar

Katy Perry-backed food products firm Bragg explores sale, sources say
Business|Economy|Entertainment

Redbox owner Chicken Soup for the Soul files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, the parent of DVD rental operator Redbox, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

Redbox owner Chicken Soup for the Soul files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

What is Chewy, the pet products website 'Roaring Kitty' is championing?

Keith Gill, the meme stock trader "Roaring Kitty," thrust Chewy Inc into the spotlight when he made a $245 million bet on the online pet products

What is Chewy, the pet products website 'Roaring Kitty' is championing?
Americas|Business|Finance|US

Colombian airline Avianca plans to confidentially file for US IPO

Avianca Group plans to confidentially file for an initial public offering in the United States, the holding company for the Colombian airline said on Monday.

Colombian airline Avianca plans to confidentially file for US IPO
Business|Europe|Finance

Carrefour sees more upside from Cora and Match acquisition

Europe's biggest food retailer Carrefour said on Monday it was expecting greater financial benefits from the acquisition of the Cora and Match retailers than previously,

Carrefour sees more upside from Cora and Match acquisition
Business|Finance|Technology

Why a hack at CDK Global is casting a shadow on US auto sales

CDK Global said on Monday it anticipates all dealers to be live on its dealer management system (DMS) by late July 3 or early morning on July 4, about two weeks after a cyberattack-led

Why a hack at CDK Global is casting a shadow on US auto sales
Africa|Economy|Finance|News

New South African government inspires hope and fear

South Africa's new unity government inspired cautious optimism on Monday from industry and financial markets but many citizens and political analysts fear

New South African government inspires hope and fear
Business|Economy|Finance

Airbus may end up owning some Spirit Aero assets in Scotland, Malaysia

Airbus may end up owning some assets of Spirit AeroSystems in Scotland and Malaysia if the transatlantic supplier is unable to find a buyer for them, a filing from

Airbus may end up owning some Spirit Aero assets in Scotland, Malaysia
Business|Economy|Finance|News

Chile lithium projects garner interest from over 50 companies

More than 50 companies have expressed interest in developing lithium projects in Chile, Finance Minister Mario Marcel said on Tuesday,

Chile lithium projects garner interest from over 50 companies
Business|Economy|Environment|News|US

Oil and corn groups team up against Biden's tailpipe emissions rules

The top U.S. oil and corn industry lobby groups said on Tuesday they were suing President Joe Biden's administration over its plans to slash planet-warming tailpipe emissions from cars and

Oil and corn groups team up against Biden's tailpipe emissions rules
News|US

Supreme Court 'swipe fees' ruling may open US regulations to more suits

The U.S.

Supreme Court 'swipe fees' ruling may open US regulations to more suits
Uncategorized

HPE CEO unveils 'simple' AI hardware aimed to help businesses

By Max A.

HPE CEO unveils 'simple' AI hardware aimed to help businesses
Africa|Business|Economy|Health

South African pharmacy chain Clicks to sell drug maker after court ruling

South African pharmacy chain Clicks Group said on Monday it would sell drug maker Unicorn Pharmaceuticals to comply with a court ruling, clearing the way for the health ministry to issue

South African pharmacy chain Clicks to sell drug maker after court ruling
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Inflation down in five German states, pointing to national decline

Inflation fell in five important German states in June, preliminary data showed on Monday, suggesting that national inflation could decline this month.

Inflation down in five German states, pointing to national decline
Business|News|Technology

Boeing agrees to buy spinoff Spirit Aerosystems as part of plan to shore up safety

Boeing agrees to buy spinoff Spirit Aerosystems as part of plan to shore up safety

Boeing agrees to buy spinoff Spirit Aerosystems as part of plan to shore up safety
Business|Europe|Finance|Technology

Investors bid to exchange nearly all eligible Yandex NV shares to Russian entity, consortium says

A Russian consortium leading a buyout of Yandex, often dubbed Russia's Google, from its Dutch parent company Yandex NV said on Monday it has received bids from investors to exchange 43.9

Investors bid to exchange nearly all eligible Yandex NV shares to Russian entity, consortium says
Business|Economy|Finance

Greece to set up its first sovereign wealth fund, reform posting, bus services

Greece will set up its first sovereign wealth fund to sell state assets such as estate property, ports and public utilities that were not sold during its debt crisis, its finance

Greece to set up its first sovereign wealth fund, reform posting, bus services
Business|Finance|Technology

Blackstone makes $1.7 billion bid for Japan e-comics platform Infocom

Blackstone launched a 275.8 billion yen ($1.74 billion) bid to take Japanese digital comic distributor Infocom private, including a tender offer for a per-share price of 6,060 yen,

Blackstone makes $1.7 billion bid for Japan e-comics platform Infocom
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|US

Boeing restarts new plane deliveries to China

Boeing has restarted wide-body jet deliveries to China that were halted in recent weeks due to a Chinese regulatory review which also stalled new narrow-body

Boeing restarts new plane deliveries to China
News|Political

In a proud and troubled UK town, voters wonder whether their election choice will make a difference

A lot of politicians have promised change to voters in Hartlepool, a wind-whipped port town in northeast England

In a proud and troubled UK town, voters wonder whether their election choice will make a difference
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Embraer a 'great solution' for carriers to add capacity more quickly, CEO says

Brazilian planemaker Embraer sees itself as a "great solution" for carriers to add capacity more quickly amid constraints to 'big' narrowbody

Embraer a 'great solution' for carriers to add capacity more quickly, CEO says
Business|Economy|Education

Millions in Nigeria have little to no electricity. It's straining businesses and public services

The lack of reliable electricity severely affects education and businesses in Nigeria

Millions in Nigeria have little to no electricity. It's straining businesses and public services
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

World stocks, US yields gain after French election results

Global stocks edged higher in choppy trading on Monday, while U.S.

World stocks, US yields gain after French election results
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

South Korea factory activity sees fastest growth in 26 months on rising demand

South Korea's factory activity growth quickened in June to the fastest in 26 months, as new orders jumped on improving global demand, a private-sector survey showed on

South Korea factory activity sees fastest growth in 26 months on rising demand
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|Technology

Cyber insurance rates fall as businesses improve security, report says

Cyber insurance premiums are falling globally as businesses become more adept in curbing their losses from cyber crime, even as ransomware attacks are rising, broker Howden said in

Cyber insurance rates fall as businesses improve security, report says
News|US

US to criminally charge Boeing, seek guilty plea, sources say

The U.S.

US to criminally charge Boeing, seek guilty plea, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Hitachi plans to sell 40% stake in Johnson Aircon JV, Bloomberg reports

Japan's Hitachi is considering selling its 40% stake in an air-conditioning joint venture with Johnson Controls International Plc, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people

Hitachi plans to sell 40% stake in Johnson Aircon JV, Bloomberg reports
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Caterpillar's Russian assets transferred to firm owned by Armenian fund

U.S. machinery maker Caterpillar's former Russian assets have been transferred to a company owned by Armenian investment fund Balchug Capital, Russian company filings showed.

Caterpillar's Russian assets transferred to firm owned by Armenian fund
Business|Finance|Technology

Nidec sees AI-related business expanding to more than $6 billion

Japanese electronic motor maker Nidec sees its business in water-cooling modules for generative artificial intelligence data centres expanding to 1 trillion yen ($6.32 billion) in

Nidec sees AI-related business expanding to more than $6 billion
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

BOJ index shows more Japan firms passing on wage costs in services prices

The price Japanese companies charge each other for services with high labour costs rose 2.8% in April from a year earlier, the fastest increase in nearly four years,

BOJ index shows more Japan firms passing on wage costs in services prices
Business|Finance

South Korea's SK Hynix to invest $75 billion by 2028 in AI, chips

South Korea's SK Hynix, the world no.2 memory chip maker, will invest 103 trillion won ($74.6 billion) through 2028 to strengthen its chips business, focusing on AI, its parent SK

South Korea's SK Hynix to invest $75 billion by 2028 in AI, chips
Asia|Business|Economy

China non-manufacturing expansion slows in June

China's non-manufacturing activity expanded at a much slower pace in June, an official survey showed on Sunday, as consumers remained wary of spending amid property downturn and

China non-manufacturing expansion slows in June
Asia|Finance|Stock Markets

Hong Kong says stock market to stay open during typhoons from Sept 23

Hong Kong's stock market will stay open during typhoons and heavy rain effective Sept. 23, a change that will help maintain the global financial hub's competitiveness, city

Hong Kong says stock market to stay open during typhoons from Sept 23
Business|Finance|Technology

Tesla kicks off legal fight to reinstate Musk's pay

Tesla began its fight for legal recognition of a shareholder vote favoring Elon Musk's record compensation, telling a Delaware judge that it "significantly

Tesla kicks off legal fight to reinstate Musk's pay
Business|Economy|Europe

Norway's Schibsted to cut 250 jobs in cost drive

Norwegian online classified ads group Schibsted will cut around 250 jobs in the Nordic region as part of a restructuring plan to reduce costs and boost efficiency, the company said on

Norway's Schibsted to cut 250 jobs in cost drive
Business|Finance|Technology

You.com startup is raising $50 million as it targets AI-assistant market, says source

The startup behind You.com is raising $50 million in fresh capital, a person familiar with the effort said, as it seeks a foothold in the growing market for

You.com startup is raising $50 million as it targets AI-assistant market, says source
Business|News

Tractor Supply Co. backtracks on DEI roles and goals

Tractor Supply Co. backtracks on DEI roles and goals

Tractor Supply Co. backtracks on DEI roles and goals
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

GameStop shares tumble after CEO says store network will shrink

Shares of GameStop tumbled on Monday after CEO Ryan Cohen told investors that the videogame retailer plans to operate a smaller network of stores, but did

GameStop shares tumble after CEO says store network will shrink
Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Health|Stock Markets

Boots chief quits after Walgreens' sale plan stalls

The boss of British health and beauty retailer Boots is quitting after U.S. owner Walgreens Boots Alliance's plans for a sale or stock market listing of the chain stalled, according to a

Boots chief quits after Walgreens' sale plan stalls
Business|Economy|Finance|Food

Nestle sees stable sales growth from Q2, CEO tells paper

Swiss food giant Nestle is targeting stable growth in sales volumes from the second quarter throughout the remainder of the year as cost inflation eases, its CEO told Swiss

Nestle sees stable sales growth from Q2, CEO tells paper
Business|Finance

Market conditions drive international airlines away from Brazil, Airbus says

Complicated market conditions have prevented foreign airlines from launching local operations in Brazil, planemaker Airbus' head in the country told

Market conditions drive international airlines away from Brazil, Airbus says
Business|Finance|Technology

Ford expects profitable $30,000 EV in two and a half years, CNBC reports

Ford Motor Co expects to launch a $30,000 EV that could be profitable in about two and a half years but did not provide any further details on the vehicle, CNBC reported on Friday.

Ford expects profitable $30,000 EV in two and a half years, CNBC reports
Food

An analyst ordered 75 Chipotle burrito bowls to test portion sizes

An analyst ordered 75 Chipotle burrito bowls to test portion sizes

An analyst ordered 75 Chipotle burrito bowls to test portion sizes
Business|Lifestyle|Uncategorized

6-year-old girl gets special ribbon cutting ceremony for entrepreneurship

6-year-old girl gets special ribbon cutting ceremony for entrepreneurship

6-year-old girl gets special ribbon cutting ceremony for entrepreneurship
Business|Environment

Tractor Supply is ending DEI and climate efforts after conservative backlash online

Tractor Supply says it is ending an array of corporate diversity and climate efforts

Tractor Supply is ending DEI and climate efforts after conservative backlash online
Business|Finance

3M to transfer about $2.5 billion of US pension obligations to Met Tower Life Insurance

3M said on Thursday it would transfer about $2.5 billion of its U.S. pension payment obligations and related plan assets for nearly 23,000 U.S. retirees and beneficiaries to Metropolitan

3M to transfer about $2.5 billion of US pension obligations to Met Tower Life Insurance
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Automakers lead European shares lower; Italian stocks slide

European shares slipped on Thursday, with automakers falling on continued jitters over the European Union's new tariffs on imported Chinese electric

Automakers lead European shares lower; Italian stocks slide
Business|Entertainment|US|Videos

Disney, Florida's DeSantis end spat with deal on 15-year expansion plan

Disney and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis have put an end to their feud with a deal that allows the entertainment giant to develop the Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando for the next 15

Disney, Florida's DeSantis end spat with deal on 15-year expansion plan
News|US

Yellen: US growth needs public, private investments, China subsidies excessive

U.S.

Yellen: US growth needs public, private investments, China subsidies excessive
Business|Technology

Brazil's TIM may benefit from Telecom Italia's network sale

The chief executive of TIM Brasil, Alberto Griselli, said on Thursday that its parent company Telecom Italia's agreement to sell its physical network

Brazil's TIM may benefit from Telecom Italia's network sale
News|US

Blue Origin, SpaceX and United Launch Alliance picked for Pentagon rocket launch contracts

The U.S.

Blue Origin, SpaceX and United Launch Alliance picked for Pentagon rocket launch contracts
Business|Finance|Technology|US

Musk's small-investor army cheers approval of $56 billion Tesla pay package

Elon Musk's army of small-investor allies took a victory lap on Thursday as the Tesla CEO won a critical shareholder vote for his $56 billion pay package

Musk's small-investor army cheers approval of $56 billion Tesla pay package
Business|Finance

China Evergrande's ex-CEO sells Hong Kong home at almost half of purchase price

China Evergrande's former CEO, who Chinese regulators recently said was "uncontactable", has sold his home in Hong Kong at a loss of HK$74 million ($9.48 million) from the

China Evergrande's ex-CEO sells Hong Kong home at almost half of purchase price
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

UK's Crest Nicholson says Bellway's new proposal undervalues group

British homebuilder Crest Nicholson said on Friday rival Bellway's revised and unsolicited 650 million pound ($828 million) all-share takeover offer "significantly undervalued" the group,

UK's Crest Nicholson says Bellway's new proposal undervalues group
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|Technology

Norway wealth fund to continue 'constructive dialogue' with Tesla after AGM

Norway's $1.7 trillion wealth fund, a top shareholder in Tesla, will continue "a constructive dialogue" with the automaker after its annual general meeting endorsed CEO Elon Musk's $

Norway wealth fund to continue 'constructive dialogue' with Tesla after AGM
Business|Economy|Finance|US

NYCB acquired Signature Bank assets with total fair value of $37.8 billion

New York Community Bancorp said on Thursday it acquired the assets of the failed Signature Bank with an estimated total fair value of $37.8 billion.

NYCB acquired Signature Bank assets with total fair value of $37.8 billion
Business|Europe|Finance

Tesco chairman says 'no difficulty' defending CEO's $13 million pay package

The chairman of Tesco told investors on Friday he had "no difficulty" defending the near 10 million pound ($13 million) pay package of the British supermarket group's

Tesco chairman says 'no difficulty' defending CEO's $13 million pay package
Business

OpenAI CEO says company could become for-profit corporation, The Information reports

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told some shareholders that the company is considering changing its governance structure to a for-profit business that the firm's nonprofit board doesn't control, The

OpenAI CEO says company could become for-profit corporation, The Information reports
Business|News|Sports

The Dutchman who gets Nike and Lego into wartime Russia’s stores

Nike stopped selling its sportswear to Russia soon after Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of

The Dutchman who gets Nike and Lego into wartime Russia’s stores
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|News

Japan core machinery orders down in April but seen firming up ahead

Japan's core machinery orders fell in April for the first time in three months, government data showed on Monday, due to a pullback from the prior month's big

Japan core machinery orders down in April but seen firming up ahead
Asia|Business

SK Group to protect affiliates from hostile takeover after chairman's divorce ruling

South Korea's SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won said on Monday the conglomerate would prevent the outcome of his recent divorce payment ruling from leaving SK companies

SK Group to protect affiliates from hostile takeover after chairman's divorce ruling
Business|Europe

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri chairman found dead at home

Claudio Graziano, the chairman of Italian state-controlled shipbuilder Fincantieri and a former army general, has died, the company said in a statement on Monday.

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri chairman found dead at home
News

Business boom builds Qatar-Saudi entente as Gulf rift fades

When

Business boom builds Qatar-Saudi entente as Gulf rift fades
Asia|Business|Finance

Aramco to buy 10% stake in Renault-Geely thermal engines venture

Oil producer Saudi Aramco will buy a 10% stake in a thermal engines joint venture between French carmaker Renault and Chinese automaker Geely, the companies said on

Aramco to buy 10% stake in Renault-Geely thermal engines venture
Americas|Business|Technology

Amazon, Vrio to launch satellite internet in South America, competing with Starlink

Amazon and telecommunications firm Vrio will jointly launch a satellite internet service in seven South American countries, the two parties said on

Amazon, Vrio to launch satellite internet in South America, competing with Starlink
Asia|Economy|News

Thai consumer confidence at 7-month low on slow growth, political uncertainty

Thai consumer confidence dropped for a third straight month in May, falling to its lowest level since October last year on concerns over a slow economic recovery and political

Thai consumer confidence at 7-month low on slow growth, political uncertainty
Business|Finance|Technology

Tesla shareholder meeting: How investors are voting on Musk's $56 billion pay package

Investors will vote on Tesla CEO Elon Musk's $56 billion compensation package and the company's reincorporation in Texas, from Delaware, at a shareholder meeting on Thursday.

Tesla shareholder meeting: How investors are voting on Musk's $56 billion pay package
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Who is Kimbal Musk, the Tesla director in cowboy hat?

Tesla shareholders will vote on Thursday on whether to ratify CEO Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package which was voided by a Delaware judge in January.

Who is Kimbal Musk, the Tesla director in cowboy hat?
Business|Finance|Technology

Financial industry grappling with AI's gifts and perils, executives say

The spread of artificial intelligence-based systems offers big opportunities for financial services firms, executives say, but asset managers also

Financial industry grappling with AI's gifts and perils, executives say
Business|Economy|Food|US

Toblerone still sold in Russia even as Mondelez nixed imports

Russians are still indulging in foreign-made Toblerone chocolate, according to internal sales documents seen by Reuters, showing the difficulty of U.S.

Toblerone still sold in Russia even as Mondelez nixed imports
Business|Finance|US

Southwest CEO will not resign, will consider input from activist investor Elliott

Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan said on Wednesday he will not resign as the air carrier faces pressure from activist investor Elliott Investment Management

Southwest CEO will not resign, will consider input from activist investor Elliott
Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Nike stock plunges as gloomy sales forecast fans growth concerns

Nike's stock slumped 20% on Friday as a forecast for a surprise drop in annual sales amplified investor concerns about the pace of the

Nike stock plunges as gloomy sales forecast fans growth concerns
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

European shares post quarterly loss as markets await French elections

European shares gave up early gains to close lower on Friday as a drop in shares of beauty giant L'Oreal weighed, while the benchmark

European shares post quarterly loss as markets await French elections
Business|Economy|Finance

Dealmakers optimistic on global M&A prospects despite sluggish growth

Global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity grew at a sluggish pace in the second quarter, yet many dealmakers are upbeat, forecasting

Dealmakers optimistic on global M&A prospects despite sluggish growth
Asia|Business|Finance|Stock Markets

At least four companies launch Hong Kong IPOs to raise about $500 million

At least four companies ranging from a U.S.-based jet manufacturer to a Chinese generative AI firm launched Hong Kong initial public offerings on Friday to raise up

At least four companies launch Hong Kong IPOs to raise about $500 million
Business|Finance|US

Aon, Development Finance Corp offer $350 million in Ukraine war insurance

Insurance broker Aon and the U.S.

Aon, Development Finance Corp offer $350 million in Ukraine war insurance
Business|Finance|US

Alexander Hamilton's bank is getting a new name: BNY

The oldest U.S. bank is getting a new name. Bank of New York Mellon is embracing BNY as its new moniker, it announced on Tuesday.

Alexander Hamilton's bank is getting a new name: BNY
Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets

Insurance Australia tops benchmark index on reinsurance deals

Shares of Insurance Australia Group rose 9% on Friday after the company bought reinsurance protection from a unit of Berkshire Hathaway and Canada Life Reinsurance in a

Insurance Australia tops benchmark index on reinsurance deals
Asia|Business|Technology

Fujifilm once struggled to sell cameras. Now, it can't keep up with demand

For years, Japan's Fujifilm pivoted away from its legacy camera business to focus on healthcare.

Fujifilm once struggled to sell cameras. Now, it can't keep up with demand
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

Australia approves ANZ's $3.3 billion buyout of Suncorp Bank

Australia on Friday gave the go-ahead for ANZ Group's A$4.9 billion ($3.26 billion) buyout of Suncorp's banking business, clearing the deal to proceed after almost two years of

Australia approves ANZ's $3.3 billion buyout of Suncorp Bank
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

European auto shares hit by retaliation fears after EU tariffs on Chinese EVs

Shares in some of Europe's biggest automakers dropped on Wednesday on fears of Chinese retaliation after the European Commission said it would impose duties on imported

European auto shares hit by retaliation fears after EU tariffs on Chinese EVs
Asia|News|World

South Korea opposition leader Lee indicted over funds transfer to North Korea

South Korea's main opposition leader was indicted on Wednesday on bribery charges in an alleged scheme to use an underwear maker to transfer funds to North Korea and facilitate a

South Korea opposition leader Lee indicted over funds transfer to North Korea
News|US

US Senate committee probes oil producers on price collusion with OPEC

The U.S.

US Senate committee probes oil producers on price collusion with OPEC
Business|Finance|US

Billionaire investor Ryan Cohen beats Bed Bath & Beyond shareholder lawsuit

The billionaire activist investor Ryan Cohen won the dismissal on Tuesday of a shareholder lawsuit accusing him of profitably cashing out of Bed Bath & Beyond

Billionaire investor Ryan Cohen beats Bed Bath & Beyond shareholder lawsuit
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|US

US small business sentiment up in May, but looming election clouds outlook

U.S. small-business confidence and hiring plans increased in May to their highest levels of the year, but the looming U.S. presidential election also drove uncertainty to nearly a four-

US small business sentiment up in May, but looming election clouds outlook
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US core capital goods orders fall sharply in May

New orders for key U.S.-manufactured capital goods unexpectedly fell in May, suggesting that business spending on equipment weakened in the second quarter as borrowing costs

US core capital goods orders fall sharply in May
Business|Technology|US

Boeing plane deliveries drop by half in May year-on-year

Boeing said on Tuesday it delivered 24 commercial planes in May, about half of the 50 jets it handed over to customers during the same month a year earlier, as it

Boeing plane deliveries drop by half in May year-on-year
Technology

Apple's AI push could reinvigorate iPhone sales as customers look to upgrade

Apple's developer conference on Monday was about more than infusing its software with the latest artificial intelligence technology,

Apple's AI push could reinvigorate iPhone sales as customers look to upgrade
Business|Europe|Finance

IAG offers remedies to EU over Air Europa deal

British Airways owner IAG has again offered remedies to the European Commission aimed at securing EU approval of its takeover of Spain's Air Europa.

IAG offers remedies to EU over Air Europa deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Zeekr's sales jump as Chinese dominate Russian EV market

Sales of Zeekr electric vehicles have shot up in Russia in the last year, putting Chinese carmakers ahead of local competition in Russia's

Zeekr's sales jump as Chinese dominate Russian EV market
Business|Finance|Technology

Nokia sells submarine networks business ASN to French state

Nokia on Thursday said it had agreed to sell its submarine networks business ASN to the French state for 350 million euros ($374 million), but that the deal would not impact its

Nokia sells submarine networks business ASN to French state
Business|Finance|Technology|US

France's OVHcloud tops Q3 sales forecast on US growth, shares jump

French cloud services provider OVHcloud reported third quarter revenue ahead of market expectations on Thursday, driven by strong demand from U.S. tech

France's OVHcloud tops Q3 sales forecast on US growth, shares jump
Asia|Business|Technology

Mitsubishi Heavy exec: timing not right for decision on passenger jet market

A Mitsubishi Heavy Industries executive said Thursday that despite the government's commitment to made-in-Japan aircraft, now is not the time to decide whether to re-enter the

Mitsubishi Heavy exec: timing not right for decision on passenger jet market
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|News

China's industrial profits growth slows sharply in May amid patchy recovery

China's industrial profits rose at a sharply slower pace in May, official data showed on Thursday, underlining the struggles faced by the world's second-largest economy as weak

China's industrial profits growth slows sharply in May amid patchy recovery
Business|Economy|Finance

Australia business conditions soften in May, cost pressures pick up

Australian business conditions eased further in May to below their long-run average as growth in sales and profits slowed, a survey showed on Tuesday, while cost pressures showed

Australia business conditions soften in May, cost pressures pick up
Asia|Business|Technology

Boeing resuming widebody airplane deliveries to China, source says

Boeing is resuming widebody jet deliveries to China which were halted in recent weeks due to a Chinese regulatory review,

Boeing resuming widebody airplane deliveries to China, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Chipmaker Intel to halt $25-billion Israel plant, news website says

Intel Corp is halting plans for a $25-billion factory in Israel, Israeli financial news website Calcalist said on Monday, in a report that the chipmaker did not confirm or deny.

Chipmaker Intel to halt $25-billion Israel plant, news website says
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

Qatar Airways looking to buy up to 20% stake in Virgin Australia, AFR reports

Qatar Airways is in talks to buy up to a 20% stake in Bain Capital-owned Virgin Australia, the Australian Financial Review (AFR) reported on Wednesday, as carriers fight for more market

Qatar Airways looking to buy up to 20% stake in Virgin Australia, AFR reports
Business|Health

Haleon to sell nicotine replacement therapy business outside US for $633 million

Haleon will sell its nicotine replacement therapy business outside the U.S. to a unit of India's Dr.

Haleon to sell nicotine replacement therapy business outside US for $633 million
Finance|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street ends slightly up, trade choppy ahead of inflation data

Major U.S. stock indexes closed with modest gains on Wednesday after a choppy trading session, with investors holding their cards

Wall Street ends slightly up, trade choppy ahead of inflation data
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Bosch weighs offer for appliance maker Whirlpool, sources say

German engineering group Robert Bosch is weighing a bid for U.S. appliances manufacturer Whirlpool, according to three people familiar with the matter,

Bosch weighs offer for appliance maker Whirlpool, sources say
Business|Europe|Finance|Technology

Onepoint withdraws from Atos restructuring talks, Kretinsky wants to rejoin

French technology firm Atos said on Wednesday a consortium led by investor David Layani's Onepoint had withdrawn from discussions on its restructuring, but that it still planned to reach a

Onepoint withdraws from Atos restructuring talks, Kretinsky wants to rejoin
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

European shares slip as bond yields weigh, French elections awaited

European shares slipped on Wednesday as government bond yields rose on concerns about persistent global price pressures ahead of a

European shares slip as bond yields weigh, French elections awaited
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Chinese developer Shimao's liquidation hearing adjourned to July 31

A liquidation case against Chinese property developer Shimao Group has been adjourned to July 31 as it has again extended a deadline for creditors in relation to a debt

Chinese developer Shimao's liquidation hearing adjourned to July 31
Australia|Business

Troubled casino firm Star names new CEO amid regulator enquiries, management exodus

Australia's Star Entertainment has appointed Steve McCann as its group CEO and managing director to lead the embattled casino operator out of a regulator inquiry into its

Troubled casino firm Star names new CEO amid regulator enquiries, management exodus
Business|Technology

Documenting the history of American Express as an in-house historian

Ira Galtman is part of a small community of corporate archivists

Documenting the history of American Express as an in-house historian
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US business equipment borrowings up 11% in May, ELFA says

U.S. companies borrowed 11% more to finance equipment investments in May compared to a year ago, industry body Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA) said on Tuesday.

US business equipment borrowings up 11% in May, ELFA says
Business|Technology

Albemarle plans more lithium auctions to boost market transparency

Albemarle, the world's largest lithium producer, plans to hold more auctions for the metal used in electric vehicle batteries to boost price transparency and

Albemarle plans more lithium auctions to boost market transparency
Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Nike set for weak quarterly sales growth as On, Hoka chip away market share

Nike is set to post its slowest revenue growth in two years when it reports fourth-quarter results on Thursday, due to a lack of innovation amid growing competition

Nike set for weak quarterly sales growth as On, Hoka chip away market share
Business|Technology

AI image-generator startup Stability AI looks for reshoot with new CEO and investor group

The troubled artificial intelligence company behind image-generator Stable Diffusion is looking for a reshoot with a new CEO and a surge of investment from a group that includes former top executives at Facebook and Google

AI image-generator startup Stability AI looks for reshoot with new CEO and investor group
Business|Technology

Cash-strapped Stability AI raises $80 million with new CEO and board

Stability AI said on Tuesday it has raised funds and appointed industry veteran Prem Akkaraju as its top boss, months after the exit of founder and CEO Emad

Cash-strapped Stability AI raises $80 million with new CEO and board
Health|Science|Technology

Lilly partners with OpenAI to develop medicines for drug-resistant bacteria

Eli Lilly said on Tuesday it will collaborate with OpenAI to leverage its generative AI to develop antimicrobials that can be used to treat drug-resistant bacteria.

Lilly partners with OpenAI to develop medicines for drug-resistant bacteria
Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance

LVMH Chief Arnault owns stake in luxury rival Richemont, Bloomberg reports

French billionaire Bernard Arnault, Europe's richest man and the chairman of high fashion to champagne group LVMH, has bought a stake in smaller luxury rival Richemont, Bloomberg

LVMH Chief Arnault owns stake in luxury rival Richemont, Bloomberg reports
News|US

US FDA rejects AbbVie's Parkinson's disease therapy for the second time

The U.S.

US FDA rejects AbbVie's Parkinson's disease therapy for the second time
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Healthcare payments firm Waystar's shares slip in Nasdaq debut

Waystar's shares fell in their Nasdaq debut on Friday, after the healthcare payments company raised $968 million in its U.S. initial public offering, in

Healthcare payments firm Waystar's shares slip in Nasdaq debut
Business|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Shari Redstone receives fewest votes in Paramount board election

Paramount Global controlling shareholder Shari Redstone received the fewest votes among other directors in the company's board election, a filing on Friday showed.

Shari Redstone receives fewest votes in Paramount board election
Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Berkshire buys additional 2.57 million shares in Occidental Petroleum, filing shows

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway bought around 2.57 million shares of common stock in Occidental Petroleum over June 5-7, according to a U.S. securities filing.

Berkshire buys additional 2.57 million shares in Occidental Petroleum, filing shows
Business|Finance|US

Elliott takes nearly $2 billion stake in Southwest Airlines, WSJ reports

Activist investor Elliott Investment Management has built a nearly $2 billion stake in Southwest Airlines and plans to push for changes aimed at reversing the airline's underperformance,

Elliott takes nearly $2 billion stake in Southwest Airlines, WSJ reports
Australia|Business|Entertainment

Australia's Nine Entertainment says Peter Costello steps down as chairman

Australian broadcaster Nine Entertainment Co Holdings Ltd said its chairman Peter Costello resigned on Saturday and has been replaced by non executive deputy chair Catherine West.

Australia's Nine Entertainment says Peter Costello steps down as chairman
Asia|Business|Technology

Nissan to start producing EVs for Dongfeng Motor by year-end, Nikkei reports

Nissan Motor will produce electric vehicles for its Chinese joint-venture partner Dongfeng Motor at its Wuhan factory by year-end, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Tuesday, a sign of

Nissan to start producing EVs for Dongfeng Motor by year-end, Nikkei reports
Asia|Business|Technology|US

Chinese AI firms woo OpenAI users as US company plans API restrictions

Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) companies are moving swiftly to attract users of OpenAI's technology, following reports the U.S. firm plans to restrict access in China and

Chinese AI firms woo OpenAI users as US company plans API restrictions
Asia|Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Shareholder support for SoftBank CEO Son's reappointment falls to 79%

Shareholder support for the reappointment of SoftBank Group Chief Executive Masayoshi Son has fallen to 79.22% from 95.93% a year ago after proxy advisor Institutional Shareholder

Shareholder support for SoftBank CEO Son's reappointment falls to 79%
Economy|Europe|Finance|News

Investors concerned by French elections, Paris stock market head says

The prospect of a politically extreme party with little or no government experience taking power after France's parliamentary elections is worrying investors, the

Investors concerned by French elections, Paris stock market head says
Business|Europe|Finance|Technology

Airbus cuts key targets and takes hefty Space charge

Airbus softened key industrial and financial targets and took a hefty 900-million-euro ($965 million) charge for its troubled space activities as Europe's largest

Airbus cuts key targets and takes hefty Space charge
Business|Economy|Finance

Hertz considers $700 million sale of secured debt plus convertibles, Bloomberg says

Rental car firm Hertz is weighing a sale of at least $700 million in secured debt and a convertible notes offering, as it looks to shore up its balance sheet, Bloomberg News reported on

Hertz considers $700 million sale of secured debt plus convertibles, Bloomberg says
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

S&P 500, Nasdaq close slightly down ahead of US payrolls data

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite finished a shade lower on Thursday ahead of a key labor market report, retreating from record highs reached in the previous

S&P 500, Nasdaq close slightly down ahead of US payrolls data
Business|Europe|Technology

Airbus deliveries fall 16% in May

Airbus delivered 53 aircraft in May, down 16% from the same month last year and bringing the number of airplanes handed over to customers since Jan. 1 to 256, the planemaker said on

Airbus deliveries fall 16% in May
Business|Technology

Airbus builds new A320neo assembly line in historic hangar swap

Airbus has started building a new A320neo-family assembly line in Toulouse to replace an older and less efficient facility and help speed up production from next year.

Airbus builds new A320neo assembly line in historic hangar swap
Entertainment|News

Off the TV screen and into real life: An MSNBC event illustrates the rise of 'event journalism'

For one weekend day this fall in New York — and for a price — MSNBC fans can see many of their favorite personalities in real life

Off the TV screen and into real life: An MSNBC event illustrates the rise of 'event journalism'
Business|Economy|News

Car dealerships in North America revert to pens and paper after cyberattacks on software provider

Car dealerships across North America are still wrestling with disruptions that started last week

Car dealerships in North America revert to pens and paper after cyberattacks on software provider
Business|Economy|Finance

Private equity deal drought overshadows annual meet up for second year

Advisers and investors congregated at the annual SuperReturn conference in Berlin this week as a still struggling private equity market cast

Private equity deal drought overshadows annual meet up for second year
Business|Lifestyle|Sports

New Era Cap to acquire '47 in lifestyle brand tie-up, sources say

New Era Cap, a supplier of major U.S. sports league headware, has agreed to acquire sports lifestyle brand '47, people familiar with the matter said on Thursday.

New Era Cap to acquire '47 in lifestyle brand tie-up, sources say
Americas|Business|Food

Mubadala-backed Zamp to buy Starbucks brand rights, stores in Brazil

Brazilian restaurant chain operator Zamp has agreed to buy the rights to operate the Starbucks brand and some stores in the South American country, it said on Thursday, sending

Mubadala-backed Zamp to buy Starbucks brand rights, stores in Brazil
Australia|Business|Economy

Australia to make supermarket industry code mandatory, breaches may result in huge fines

Australia could impose billion dollar fines on big supermarket chains that fail to comply with an industry code of conduct, the federal government said on Monday as it

Australia to make supermarket industry code mandatory, breaches may result in huge fines
Arts|Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Chanel's creative director Virginie Viard to leave brand

Chanel artistic director Virginie Viard is leaving the label, the luxury brand said on Thursday, kicking off speculation over who will replace her in one of the fashion

Chanel's creative director Virginie Viard to leave brand
Business|Technology|Travel|US

Delta seeks new Seattle flight as airlines jockey over DC slots

Delta Air Lines plans to announce on Thursday it will apply for a new flight between Seattle and Washington Reagan National Airport as airlines battle over

Delta seeks new Seattle flight as airlines jockey over DC slots
Asia|Business|Technology

China's Nio expects second-quarter EV sales to more than double

Chinese electric vehicle maker Nio said on Thursday it expected deliveries in the second quarter to more than double from a year earlier to between 54,000 and 56,000.

China's Nio expects second-quarter EV sales to more than double
Crime|Europe|Uncategorized

Bribery demands on Italian households decline, official survey reports

Corruption in Italy has declined over the last few years but remains a problem, with business owners and the self employed the most affected, a report published on Thursday by the

Bribery demands on Italian households decline, official survey reports
Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Prudential plans $2 billion share buyback

Insurance group Prudential plans a $2 billion share buyback programme which will be completed no later than mid-2026, the company said in a statement on Sunday.

Prudential plans $2 billion share buyback
Business|Technology|US

Yaccarino shakes up X amid Musk's pressure on costs, FT says

The chief executive of social media platform X, Linda Yaccarino, has shaken up her inner circle in the face of pressure from owner Elon Musk to boost sales and cut costs, the Financial

Yaccarino shakes up X amid Musk's pressure on costs, FT says
Americas|Asia|Business|Technology|World

Peru's Boluarte will meet China's Xi after Congress OKs late June trip

Peru's President Dina Boluarte will travel to China this month to meet with her Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping and leaders from mining, technology and transportation firms after the

Peru's Boluarte will meet China's Xi after Congress OKs late June trip
Business|Europe|Food

McDonald's loses Chicken Big Mac trademark in Europe

McDonald's does not have the exclusive right to the term "Big Mac" for poultry products in Europe after five straight years of not using it, the region's second top

McDonald's loses Chicken Big Mac trademark in Europe
Business|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|US

Under Armour to pay $434 million to settle lawsuit over sales disclosures

Under Armour on Friday said it has agreed to pay $434 million to settle a 2017 class action lawsuit accusing the sports apparel maker of defrauding shareholders about its revenue growth in

Under Armour to pay $434 million to settle lawsuit over sales disclosures
Business|Technology

Stability AI appoints new CEO, the Information reports

British artificial intelligence startup Stability AI has appointed Prem Akkaraju as its new chief executive officer, the Information reported on Friday, citing a person involved in the

Stability AI appoints new CEO, the Information reports
Business|Sports

Texas-based Friedkin Group enters exclusive talks for majority stake of Premier League Everton

Everton says the Texas-based Friedkin Group is in exclusive discussions to buy a majority stake in the Premier League club

Texas-based Friedkin Group enters exclusive talks for majority stake of Premier League Everton
Business|Economy|US

US business activity inches up in June; price pressures abating

U.S. business activity crept up to a 26-month high in June amid a rebound in employment, but price pressures subsided considerably, offering hope that a recent slowdown in

US business activity inches up in June; price pressures abating
Business|Finance|US

Walmart, Capital One settle lawsuit over credit card partnership

Walmart settled its lawsuit against Capital One over their credit card partnership, which had made Capital One the exclusive issuer of Walmart-branded consumer

Walmart, Capital One settle lawsuit over credit card partnership
Asia|Crime|News|World

4 members of a billionaire family get prison in Switzerland for exploiting domestic workers

An Indian-born billionaire and three family members have been sentenced to prison for exploiting domestic workers at their lakeside villa in Switzerland

4 members of a billionaire family get prison in Switzerland for exploiting domestic workers
Asia|Business|News|Technology

Nissan halts production at Changzhou plant as China woes persist

Nissan Motor has halted production at its Changzhou plant in China as it seeks to optimise its operations, the Japanese automaker said on Friday

Nissan halts production at Changzhou plant as China woes persist
Business|Economy|Finance

India business activity grew faster in June, job creation at 18-year high, PMI shows

Business activity in India expanded at a faster clip this month from May thanks to gains in manufacturing and services, according to a business survey that also showed

India business activity grew faster in June, job creation at 18-year high, PMI shows
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

FTSE 100 snaps five-week losing streak as inflation back to BoE's target

London stocks closed the week on a positive note after domestic inflation fell to the Bank of England's 2% target earlier this week, raising bets of an

FTSE 100 snaps five-week losing streak as inflation back to BoE's target
Asia|Business|Health

Takeda gives Sun Pharma, Cipla rights to commercialize gastro drug in India

Japan's Takeda Pharmaceutical gave India's Sun Pharmaceutical and Cipla the rights to commercialize gastrointestinal drug Vonoprazan in the country.

Takeda gives Sun Pharma, Cipla rights to commercialize gastro drug in India
Asia|Business|Economy

China's robust services activity drives up employment, Caixin PMI shows

China's services activity in May accelerated at the quickest pace in 10 months while staffing levels expanded for the first time since January, a private sector survey showed on

China's robust services activity drives up employment, Caixin PMI shows
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

South Africa business activity grows again in May, PMI shows

South African private sector activity grew in May as new order volumes stabilised and business confidence improved, a survey showed on Wednesday.

South Africa business activity grows again in May, PMI shows
Business|Technology

Like a pop star, Nvidia's CEO Huang stirs up 'Jensanity' in Taiwan

In the week and a half since Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang arrived in Taiwan, his every move has been breathlessly followed.

Like a pop star, Nvidia's CEO Huang stirs up 'Jensanity' in Taiwan
Business|Economy

UK services firms report slower growth and weaker inflation, PMI shows

Growth among Britain's services businesses eased in May from April's 11-month high and inflation pressures dropped to their lowest in three years, a survey showed

UK services firms report slower growth and weaker inflation, PMI shows
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

HanesBrands to sell sportswear business Champion to Authentic Brands in $1.2 billion deal

HanesBrands said on Wednesday it would sell its sportswear brand Champion to Authentic Brands Group in a deal valued at $1.2 billion, as the company looks to streamline business and focus

HanesBrands to sell sportswear business Champion to Authentic Brands in $1.2 billion deal
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US services sector activity rebounds while private payrolls growth slows

The U.S. services sector snapped back into growth mode in May after a short-lived contraction in the prior month, with a measure of business activity improving by the most in

US services sector activity rebounds while private payrolls growth slows
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

BOJ tankan expected to show big manufactures confident on outlook: Reuters poll

Confidence among big Japanese manufacturers likely improved slightly in the three months to June, while non-manufacturers' mood slipped a bit, the Bank of Japan's (BOJ) closely-

BOJ tankan expected to show big manufactures confident on outlook: Reuters poll
Business|Finance|Technology

Stocks dip but up for the week, US dollar climbs

A gauge of global stocks declined for a second straight session on Friday, weighed down by weakness in technology shares, while the dollar hit

Stocks dip but up for the week, US dollar climbs
Asia|Business|Technology

SoftBank CEO talks up artificial super intelligence ambitions

SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son said on Friday that the group's mission was to help in humanity's progress by realising artificial super intelligence, which he said

SoftBank CEO talks up artificial super intelligence ambitions
Asia|Business|Economy

Japan's June factory activity eases as costs rise, PMI shows

Japan's factory activity expanded for a second straight month in June but the pace of growth eased as orders weakened and cost pressures intensified, a business survey showed on

Japan's June factory activity eases as costs rise, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Finance

Exxon-Hess arbitration panel incomplete, Hess sale to Chevron stalled

A contract arbitration panel that could block or green-light the $53 billion sale of Hess Corp to Chevron remains incomplete three months after the case was filed,

Exxon-Hess arbitration panel incomplete, Hess sale to Chevron stalled
Business|Economy|Finance|US

IRS says 'vast majority' of 1 million pandemic-era credit claims show a risk of being improper

The Internal Revenue Service said Thursday a review of 1 million claims for the Employee Retention Credit representing $86 billion shows the “vast majority” are at risk of being improper

IRS says 'vast majority' of 1 million pandemic-era credit claims show a risk of being improper
Business|Technology

CDK cyber outage hits US auto dealers for second day in a row

A cyber outage at retail technology and software provider CDK entered its second consecutive day on Thursday, impacting automobile dealers

CDK cyber outage hits US auto dealers for second day in a row
Business|Technology|Travel

Airlines and energy firms clash over green fuel supplies

Airlines and energy firms clashed over scarce availability of alternative fuels on Tuesday as carriers ended a three-day summit

Airlines and energy firms clash over green fuel supplies
Business|Technology

Silicon Box to pick Piedmont for $3.4 billion Italian chip plant, sources say

Singapore-based semiconductor firm Silicon Box plans to pick the town of Novara in the industrialised northwest Piedmont region as the

Silicon Box to pick Piedmont for $3.4 billion Italian chip plant, sources say
Business|News|Political

The Supreme Court upholds a tax on foreign income over a challenge backed by business interests

The Supreme Court has upheld a tax on foreign income over a challenge backed by business and anti-regulatory interests

The Supreme Court upholds a tax on foreign income over a challenge backed by business interests
Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets|Technology|US

S&P 500 closes lower after record high, weighed by chips stocks, economic data

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed lower on Thursday, as market bellwether Nvidia retreated from earlier gains, while investors evaluated recent economic data and commentary from

S&P 500 closes lower after record high, weighed by chips stocks, economic data
Australia|Business|World

Australia's Qantas back Boeing to bounce back from crisis

Australian airline Qantas on Tuesday backed Boeing to bounce back from an unprecedented crisis that has led to an overhaul of the American planemaker's management and drawn scrutiny

Australia's Qantas back Boeing to bounce back from crisis
Asia|Business|Travel

Cathay Pacific looking to add more Belt and Road destinations, CEO says

Airline Cathay Pacific is looking to add more destinations on China's Belt and Road project, CEO Ronald Lam said on Sunday, after a new route to Riyadh starts up

Cathay Pacific looking to add more Belt and Road destinations, CEO says
Business|Technology|US

Boeing's Calhoun says board will decide his successor

Boeing's outgoing CEO David Calhoun told Reuters on Tuesday that the planemaker's board would decide his successor and he would support its

Boeing's Calhoun says board will decide his successor
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Saudi non-oil activity growth slows in May, PMI shows

Growth in non-oil business activity in Saudi Arabia eased in May as new orders rose at the slowest pace in 25 months, a survey showed on Tuesday.

Saudi non-oil activity growth slows in May, PMI shows
Business|Finance

Ackman's Pershing Square raises $1.05 billion in stake sale ahead of potential IPO

Billionaire Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management has raised $1.05 billion by selling 10% stake in the hedge fund to a consortium of institutional investors and family offices,

Ackman's Pershing Square raises $1.05 billion in stake sale ahead of potential IPO
Business|Finance|Technology

UK tech founder Mike Lynch's lawyers seek acquittal at US fraud trial

Mike Lynch's lawyers on Monday portrayed the British tech pioneer as a savvy entrepreneur while prosecutors in a San Francisco court labeled him

UK tech founder Mike Lynch's lawyers seek acquittal at US fraud trial
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Tesla stands by Musk pay after ISS urges shareholders to reject package

Tesla on Monday defended a proposal to ratify CEO Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package and said a new compensation would be costlier, days after a top proxy advisory firm recommended

Tesla stands by Musk pay after ISS urges shareholders to reject package
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Onsemi to invest up to $2 billion in Czech semiconductor plant

U.S. chipmaker Onsemi will invest up to $2 billion to boost its semiconductor output in the Czech Republic, it said on Wednesday, expanding the company's European

Onsemi to invest up to $2 billion in Czech semiconductor plant
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UK factories return to growth, prices rise by most in a year, PMI shows

British manufacturers reported a return to growth last month after a long slowdown, according to a survey published on Monday, but the higher prices charged by firms may add to the

UK factories return to growth, prices rise by most in a year, PMI shows
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Euro zone manufacturing sees potential signs of recovery in May, PMI shows

The long-running downturn in euro zone manufacturing may have turned a corner last month, according to a survey which showed new orders declined at their slowest pace in two years,

Euro zone manufacturing sees potential signs of recovery in May, PMI shows
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Nippon Steel's Mori returns to US this week for talks on US Steel takeover

Nippon Steel's vice chairman plans to return to the United States this week for more talks over the proposed acquisition of U.S.

Nippon Steel's Mori returns to US this week for talks on US Steel takeover
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Japan's Q1 capex rises, suggesting upward revision to poor GDP

Japanese companies raised spending on plant and equipment in January-March, helped by demand for automobiles and labour-saving investment and suggesting the

Japan's Q1 capex rises, suggesting upward revision to poor GDP
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India's May factory growth slipped to 3-month low but remained sturdy, PMI shows

India's manufacturing growth slowed to a three-month low in May as a heatwave prompted some companies to reduce working hours, but factory activity remained

India's May factory growth slipped to 3-month low but remained sturdy, PMI shows
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Qatar Airways in talks for Airbus, Boeing order

Qatar Airways is in talks with plane makers Airbus and Boeing for a major wide-body order, its chief executive said on Monday.

Qatar Airways in talks for Airbus, Boeing order
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Russia's factory activity continues to expand in May, PMI shows

Activity in Russia's manufacturing sector grew marginally faster in May, a business survey showed on Monday, propelled by a sharp rise in employment as demand picked up.

Russia's factory activity continues to expand in May, PMI shows
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Downturn in German manufacturing may be bottoming out, PMI shows

The downturn in Germany's manufacturing sector, which accounts for about a fifth of Europe's biggest economy, showed signs of bottoming out in May as output and new orders declined

Downturn in German manufacturing may be bottoming out, PMI shows
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Next Boeing CEO should understand past mistakes, airlines boss says

The next CEO of Boeing should have an understanding of what led to its current crisis and be prepared to look outside for examples of best

Next Boeing CEO should understand past mistakes, airlines boss says
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Qatar Airways closes in on major Boeing, Airbus widebody order, Bloomberg News reports

Qatar Airways PJSC is nearing a decision on a major widebody order split between Boeing and Airbus, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Qatar Airways closes in on major Boeing, Airbus widebody order, Bloomberg News reports
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Emirates boss says Boeing needs strong CEO to end crisis

The head of Dubai airline Emirates urged Boeing to pick an engineering and business heavyweight to lead a deep overhaul of the U.S. aerospace

Emirates boss says Boeing needs strong CEO to end crisis
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Apple kills off its buy now, pay later service barely a year after launch

Apple is discontinuing its buy now, pay later service known as Apple Pay Later barely a year after its initial launch in the U.S., and will rely on companies who already dominate the industry like Affirm and Klarna

Apple kills off its buy now, pay later service barely a year after launch
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Luxury sales are flattening amid a self-inflicted creativity crisis and price hikes, study finds

The post-pandemic surge in global sales of luxury handbags, shoes and apparel is on pace to stall this year amid a creativity crisis and price hikes focused on the biggest spending customers

Luxury sales are flattening amid a self-inflicted creativity crisis and price hikes, study finds
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Soccer-Everton takeover by US private equity firm falls through

Everton's takeover agreement with prospective owner 777 Partners has expired, the Premier League club said on Saturday, after the U.S. private equity firm failed to complete the

Soccer-Everton takeover by US private equity firm falls through
Business|Travel

Delta Air sees healthy demand, especially on international routes

Delta Air Lines is running its largest ever transatlantic schedule this year as it sees healthy travel demand, especially on international

Delta Air sees healthy demand, especially on international routes
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Boeing's woes a 'burden' for entire sector, Airbus executive says

Safety and quality problems exposed at Boeing following a door plug blowout earlier this year risk shaking travellers' confidence in flying, a top executive at rival Airbus said.

Boeing's woes a 'burden' for entire sector, Airbus executive says
Americas|Business|Finance

Amid bankruptcy process, Brazil airline Gol swaps finance chief

Brazilian airline Gol announced on Friday that its board elected Eduardo Gotilla as its new chief financial officer, while also posting preliminary results for April including

Amid bankruptcy process, Brazil airline Gol swaps finance chief
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Fitch lowers Boeing 2024 aircraft delivery, cash flow forecasts

Fitch Ratings lowered its 2024 forecasts for Boeing's aircraft delivery and free cash flow on Friday as the planemaker grapples with investigations and slumping production of its strongest-

Fitch lowers Boeing 2024 aircraft delivery, cash flow forecasts
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Schumer asks DOJ to investigate FTC claim oil exec colluded with OPEC

U.S.

Schumer asks DOJ to investigate FTC claim oil exec colluded with OPEC
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Bankruptcy judge approves sale of Express Inc to group led by WHP Global

A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved the sale of the majority of Express Inc.’s operations to a consortium led by brand acquisition and management firm WHP Global — providing a lifeline to the struggling retailer and its hundreds of remaining stores

Bankruptcy judge approves sale of Express Inc to group led by WHP Global
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Judge orders railway to pay Washington tribe nearly $400 million for trespassing with oil trains

A federal judge has ruled that BNSF Railway must pay nearly $400 million to a Native American tribe in Washington state

Judge orders railway to pay Washington tribe nearly $400 million for trespassing with oil trains
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Gamestop shares slump following annual shareholder meeting

Gamestop’s CEO Ryan Cohen said the struggling video game retailer will focus on cutting costs and long-term profitability in an annual shareholder meeting Monday

Gamestop shares slump following annual shareholder meeting
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FAA will not allow Boeing to boost 737 MAX production yet

The Federal Aviation Administration will not immediately allow Boeing to increase 737 MAX production as it addresses ongoing safety issues, its administrator

FAA will not allow Boeing to boost 737 MAX production yet
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Nissan paid ex-operations chief $3.7 million over departure

Nissan Motor paid former Chief Operating Officer Ashwani Gupta $3.7 million in compensation following his sudden departure last year, the Japanese automaker disclosed in a

Nissan paid ex-operations chief $3.7 million over departure
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Nasdaq falls 1%; Salesforce shares weigh on tech

U.S. stocks ended lower on Thursday, with the Nasdaq falling more than 1% and technology shares leading declines after a disappointing Salesforce forecast.

Nasdaq falls 1%; Salesforce shares weigh on tech
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UK business optimism hits eight-year high, Lloyds says

British businesses are their most confident in eight years and their hiring plans are the strongest since 2017, according to a survey published on Friday that added to signs of a

UK business optimism hits eight-year high, Lloyds says
Business|Finance

Aircraft shortages turn into cash bonanza for some airlines

Aircraft shortages are turning into a moneymaker for some airlines as the dearth of supply allows carriers to sell new planes to leasing companies at much

Aircraft shortages turn into cash bonanza for some airlines
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Rosneft says Q1 net income more than doubled to $4.4 billion from Q4

Russia's largest oil producer Rosneft said on Thursday its first-quarter net income attributable to shareholders more than doubled to 399

Rosneft says Q1 net income more than doubled to $4.4 billion from Q4
Business|Finance

Hertz exploring options to raise financing, Bloomberg News reports

Hertz Global is exploring options to raise financing, weeks after its new CEO pledged to get the company back on track following a failed bet on electric vehicles, Bloomberg News reported,

Hertz exploring options to raise financing, Bloomberg News reports
Business|News

WestJet Encore reaches tentative agreement with pilots

WestJet Encore has reached a tentative agreement with its pilots union over a new contract, the labor group said on Thursday, averting a strike at the Canadian regional carrier.

WestJet Encore reaches tentative agreement with pilots
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OpenAI responds to warnings of self governance by former board members, the Economist reports

OpenAI's board on Thursday pushed back on allegations from its former members that concerns over artificial intelligence safety at the startup necessitated Sam Altman's shocking ouster

OpenAI responds to warnings of self governance by former board members, the Economist reports
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US Steel, Nippon Steel receive all non-US approvals for merger

U.S. Steel Corp and Japan's Nippon Steel have received all regulatory approvals outside of the United States for their proposed $14.9 billion merger, the companies said on Thursday.

US Steel, Nippon Steel receive all non-US approvals for merger
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Vietnamese EV maker VinFast considers delaying $4 billion US plant, source says

Vietnamese electric car maker VinFast is looking at further delaying a planned $4 billion factory in North Carolina, a person briefed

Vietnamese EV maker VinFast considers delaying $4 billion US plant, source says
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US judge rejects Amazon bid to get FTC lawsuit over Prime program tossed

A U.S. judge in Seattle on Tuesday rejected Amazon.com's request to dismiss a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) lawsuit that accuses the company of enrolling

US judge rejects Amazon bid to get FTC lawsuit over Prime program tossed
Business|Technology|US

Boeing making progress on 737 MAX engine issue delaying certification of some models

Boeing said on Wednesday it was making progress on developing a permanent solution to address an issue with the 737 MAX engine anti-ice system that has

Boeing making progress on 737 MAX engine issue delaying certification of some models
Business|Technology

PwC to become OpenAI's largest enterprise customer amid genAI boom

PwC will become the largest customer and first reseller of OpenAI's enterprise product as part of a new deal, the accounting giant said on Wednesday, as businesses rush to adopt and

PwC to become OpenAI's largest enterprise customer amid genAI boom
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Volkswagen distributor D'Ieteren flags softer auto glass repair demand in N America

Belgian car distributor D'Ieteren on Wednesday reported 3.06 billion euros ($3.30 billion) in first-quarter sales and flagged lower volumes for its

Volkswagen distributor D'Ieteren flags softer auto glass repair demand in N America
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

SK Group chief ordered to pay $1 billion in divorce case; shares in SK Inc soar

A South Korean court ruled SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won must pay more than $1 billion to his estranged wife as part of their planned divorce,

SK Group chief ordered to pay $1 billion in divorce case; shares in SK Inc soar
Business|News

Saudi Aramco's Amin Nasser: homegrown engineer who reached the top

At an industry event in Riyadh two years ago, the Saudi energy minister paused at about 9 p.m

Saudi Aramco's Amin Nasser: homegrown engineer who reached the top
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Car battery makers to fight EU cartel charges at hearing next week, sources say

A group of car starter battery makers will contest European Union accusations of operating a cartel to fix battery prices at a closed hearing next week, people with

Car battery makers to fight EU cartel charges at hearing next week, sources say
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Chevron shareholders re-elect all directors, CEO confident on Hess deal

Chevron shareholders on Wednesday re-elected all its 12 board directors, in a sign of support for the oil major at a time when it is caught in the regulatory crosshairs over its $53

Chevron shareholders re-elect all directors, CEO confident on Hess deal
Business|Finance

Brazil airline Azul does not foresee antitrust hurdles to codeshare deal with Gol

Brazilian airlines Azul and Gol have informed local antitrust regulator CADE of their new codeshare agreement and do not expect hurdles to be imposed, Azul's

Brazil airline Azul does not foresee antitrust hurdles to codeshare deal with Gol
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Stellantis CEO cites failures in US operations, ready to compete head-on with Chinese EVs

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has expressed dissatisfaction at the operation of some U.S. plants on Thursday as the automaker struggles with lower shipments and falling revenues

Stellantis CEO cites failures in US operations, ready to compete head-on with Chinese EVs
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Top exec Sforza to be appointed Benetton CEO - sources

Italian executive Claudio Sforza has been chosen as chief executive of loss-making clothing group Benetton, replacing outgoing Massimo Renon, two sources close to the matter said on

Top exec Sforza to be appointed Benetton CEO - sources
Asia|Business

Proxy firms Glass Lewis, ISS recommend vote against Toyota chairman

Proxy advisory firms Glass Lewis and Institutional Shareholder Services have recommended Toyota Motor shareholders vote against re-electing Chairman Akio Toyoda at the Japanese

Proxy firms Glass Lewis, ISS recommend vote against Toyota chairman
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Trading app Robinhood unveils maiden stock buyback plan of $1 billion

Trading app Robinhood Markets launched its first-ever share buyback plan on Tuesday, saying it would repurchase $1 billion worth of stocks as it looks to grow beyond its startup phase.

Trading app Robinhood unveils maiden stock buyback plan of $1 billion
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Musk offers factory tours to investors as he seeks support for his pay package

Elon Musk is offering tours of Tesla's factory next month to 15 shareholders who vote on his $56 billion pay package, the latest effort by the electric vehicle

Musk offers factory tours to investors as he seeks support for his pay package
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Amid merger speculation, Brazilian airline Gol parent talks with Azul

The parent company of Brazilian airline Gol

Amid merger speculation, Brazilian airline Gol parent talks with Azul
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UAE president visits South Korea with defence and energy on agenda

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in South Korea on Tuesday, where his plane was met by an honorary escort of four fighter jets

UAE president visits South Korea with defence and energy on agenda
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Aethon Energy to buy Tellurian upstream assets for $260 million

Aethon Energy said on Wednesday it would buy Tellurian's upstream assets for $260 million and signed a deal that could allow the investment firm to purchase two million tons per annum of

Aethon Energy to buy Tellurian upstream assets for $260 million
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U.S. bank profits jump 79.5% as large firms shake off failed bank costs

Profits for the U.S. banking sector surged 79.5% to $64.2 billion in the first quarter of 2024, boosted primarily by large banks not shouldering billions in

U.S. bank profits jump 79.5% as large firms shake off failed bank costs
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Sabadell rules out M&A defence against BBVA bid, CEO says

Spain's Sabadell is not planning to try and buy a competitor as part of a potential defence strategy against rival BBVA's hostile takeover

Sabadell rules out M&A defence against BBVA bid, CEO says
Business|Europe|Technology

EV switch to hit auto suppliers hard, Stellantis CEO says

The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) would impose a "significant burden" on auto suppliers, Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares said on Wednesday as Western automakers race to cut

EV switch to hit auto suppliers hard, Stellantis CEO says
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BHP walks away from $49 billion takeover offer for Anglo American

BHP Group said on Wednesday it did not intend to make a formal offer for Anglo American, walking away from its $49 billion takeover deal, after the London-listed rival refused to extend

BHP walks away from $49 billion takeover offer for Anglo American
Business|News|US

Southwest Airlines CEO says he won't resign. A hedge fund is trying to get him fired

The CEO of Southwest Airlines says he is not resigning in the face of pressure from a hedge fund that wants him fired

Southwest Airlines CEO says he won't resign. A hedge fund is trying to get him fired
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Cyprus scraps $1.3 billion port concession in legal wrangle

Cyprus has scrapped a 1.2 billion euro ($1.30 billion) concession agreement for the development of Larnaca port, in a legal wrangle that the state and the contractor traded blame

Cyprus scraps $1.3 billion port concession in legal wrangle
Business|Finance|Technology

Adam Neumann ends bid to buy WeWork, NYT Dealbook reports

Adam Neumann has ended his bid to re-acquire WeWork as the coworking business he co-founded has chosen to emerge from bankruptcy with an "unrealistic" plan, he told the New York Times

Adam Neumann ends bid to buy WeWork, NYT Dealbook reports
Business|Finance|US

Norfolk Southern appoints ex-Canadian National chief Mongeau as its new board chair

Norfolk Southern has named former Canadian National Railway CEO Claude Mongeau as the new chair of its board, effective immediately, the company said in a statement on Tuesday.

Norfolk Southern appoints ex-Canadian National chief Mongeau as its new board chair
Business|Entertainment|Technology

Edgar Bronfman Jr. drops bid, paving way for Paramount's takeover by Skydance Media

Media veteran Edgar Bronfman Jr. has withdrawn from the race for Paramount Global, clearing the way for Skydance Media to take control of Shari Redstone's empire and ending one of the most

Edgar Bronfman Jr. drops bid, paving way for Paramount's takeover by Skydance Media
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

German energy company Uniper says a tribunal awarded it billions in damages from Russia's Gazprom

German energy company Uniper says a tribunal has awarded it more than 13 billion euros (nearly $14 billion) in damages for gas that Russia's Gazprom hasn’t supplied since 2022

German energy company Uniper says a tribunal awarded it billions in damages from Russia's Gazprom
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

German business sentiment stagnates in May

German business morale stagnated in May, a survey showed on Monday, falling short of a forecast improvement and suggesting the recovery of Germany's economy this

German business sentiment stagnates in May
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Thai economy to expand 2.5% this year, finance minister says

Thailand's economy is expected to grow 2.5% this year, but should be expanding at least 3.5% annually, its finance minister Pichai Chunhavajira said on Monday.

Thai economy to expand 2.5% this year, finance minister says
Asia|Business|Technology

Prosecution appeal begins for Samsung chief Lee over 2015 merger case

A South Korean high court began on Monday hearing a prosecution appeal over a decision by a lower court to clear Samsung Electronics chairman Jay Y.

Prosecution appeal begins for Samsung chief Lee over 2015 merger case