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How Russia Found Its Way Into America’s Conservative Media

Federal prosecutors say Russia paid an American media company to push pro-Kremlin messages from social media influencers including Benny Johnson, Tim Pool and Dave Rubin.

Union bosses hit out at winter fuel payments cut

Union boss Sharon Graham suggests government needs to be ''brave enough'' to admit they have made a mistake.

Boeing Reaches Tentative Deal With Union Workers to Avert Strike

The proposed contract, if approved by union members on Thursday, includes a 25 percent raise over four years and a promise to build the next plane in the Seattle-Portland area.

Clark Halstead, Real Estate Broker Who Broke the Mold, Dies at 83

He employed audacious marketing campaigns to lift his agency into the top tier of New York firms representing luxury properties.

PM defends 'tough decision' over winter fuel cut

The PM says the only way to deliver change is to do "difficult things now", in his first major No 10 interview.

Inside Disney’s Succession Struggle and Bob Iger’s Return to Power

The inside story of how Bob Iger undermined and outmaneuvered Bob Chapek, his chosen successor, and returned to power at Disney.

China opens up medical sector, manufacturing to foreign ownership in growth push

Overseas investors can run hospitals in major cities while pared down ‘negative list’ lifts curbs on foreign access to manufacturing sector.

'Without emergency government fund, I wouldn't be here'

The BBC hears from those who have used the Household Support Fund, which has been extended until April 2025.

Presidential Debate Will be Big Test for ABC

ABC News is under a microscope as its journalists prepare to host one of the most scrutinized moments of the 2024 campaign.

Is it full steam ahead for China’s high-speed rail network after summer travel surge?

China’s railway network transported 887 million passengers over the two month summer season in July and August.

Chinese giant Chery could build cars in UK

Chery is weighing up the possibility of building cars in the UK, according to a senior executive.

In Shanghai, Searching for Those in Search of Connection

Every week, lonely retirees in the city gather in a public park — and an Ikea canteen — with one goal in mind: finding true love. Alexandra Stevenson shared their stories.

A Trove of Words to Remember From a Master Obituary Writer

The byline of Robert D. McFadden, who retired on Sunday, has been one of the most distinguished in the history of The Times. Here is a sampler of his artful obituaries.

Chinese tourists scour social media for hidden gems, personal touch as times change

Chinese social media platforms, such as Xiaohongshu and Douyin, are shaping how people travel abroad.

Salmonella Outbreak Prompts Egg Recall by Wisconsin Farm

Officials said 65 people in nine states have been infected in the outbreak, which has been traced to an egg farm. No deaths have been reported.

Starliner Capsule Returns, but Boeing’s Space Business Woes Remain

The capsule, which returned without astronauts, and other space programs at Boeing have suffered many delays and cost overruns.

How Telegram Became a Playground for Criminals, Extremists and Terrorists

Drug dealers, scammers and white nationalists openly conduct business and spread toxic speech on the platform, according to a Times analysis of more than 3.2 million Telegram messages.

Body Shop's remaining stores rescued from administration

The deal for the cosmetics firm appears to secure the immediate future for remaining staff.

China rolls out new Africa financing, staying course despite slowdown at home

China has reaffirmed its aid and loan commitments to Africa even as its economy slows, showing its eye remains on the bigger picture.

Michael Lerner, 81, Is Dead; Founder of a Combative Jewish Magazine

His publication, Tikkun, was a leading voice for left-wing American Jews. His ideas about “the politics of meaning” were embraced by Hillary Clinton.

White House Condemns Tucker Carlson Interview With Holocaust Revisionist

Mr. Carlson’s guest on “Tucker on X” made a variety of false claims about the Holocaust and World War II.

Can the Business of Tennis Be Fixed?

In an interview with DealBook, the U.S.T.A. chief Lew Sherr discussed the U.S. Open’s record attendance, the prospect of a new tennis league, and fighting with pickleball for court space.

The $100,000 electric truck market is here. A guide to pickups from Tesla, GM, Rivian and Ford

The U.S. electric truck market includes the Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T and GM's GMC Hummer EV, GMC Sierra Denali and Chevy Silverado.

Automakers are getting back into advertising’s biggest arena: NFL

NFL games dominate viewership on traditional TV, with an average of 17.9 million viewers per game during last year's NFL regular season, according to Nielsen.

Mushroom-Laced Candy Recall Highlights F.D.A.’s Limited Safety Role

More than 150 people were sickened from products sold at smoke and vape shops, providing evidence of the lax regulation of new food items.

Boeing Starliner returns to Earth empty, months later than planned

After undocking, Starliner is expected to take about six hours to return to Earth in a landing zone at White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico.

The Big Number: $3.8 Billion

The amount offered by Nordstrom’s founding family to buy its namesake retailer.

Is China’s trillion-yuan emerging energy-storage market already in turmoil?

Massive spending leads to new equipment sitting underused – or idle – even as the grid sorely needs it to make the best use of clean energy.

Beyond Meat to launch new steak alternative as it focuses on health

Shares of Beyond Meat have lost a third of their value this year, dragging its market value down to less than $400 million.

Stock Slide as Investors Wrestle With Shifting Bets on Rate Cuts

The stock market “can’t win” at the moment, said Andrew Brenner, head of international fixed income at National Alliance Securities. “Heads I lose, tails I lose.”

CNBC's Official NFL Team Valuations 2024: Here's how the 32 franchises stack up

CNBC ranks the 32 NFL teams on overall franchise value, calculated by CNBC senior sports reporter Michael Ozanian. How does your football team stack up?

After 30 years, China’s BeiDou is a GPS rival. Will the world enter its orbit?

China’s BeiDou navigation system now equals the US’ GPS, and even beats it in some regions. Will the world welcome an alternative?

What is the winter fuel payment and how can I still claim it?

A row over winter fuel payments exposes issues with unclaimed benefits such as pension credit.

Morgan Stanley Is Fined for First Republic C.E.O.’s Stock Sales

James Herbert was permitted to sell nearly $7 million of shares before First Republic Bank’s demise last year, Massachusetts regulators said.

U.S. Blowback to Nippon Steel-U.S. Steel Merger Vexes Japan

A looming decision in Washington to block Nippon Steel’s merger with U.S. Steel on national security grounds is raising sharp questions in Tokyo.

Carl Icahn, Activist Investor, Faces Intense Scrutiny From Wall Street

The value of the 88-year-old activist investor’s company has fallen by nearly $20 billion. Mr. Icahn said that he was “absolutely not selling.”

Starboard moves to collapse News Corp's dual class stock in challenge to Rupert Murdoch

Second homes for sale treble in Welsh county after council tax hike

There were 135 second homes up for sale in Pembrokeshire in July up from 38 the previous year.

Top 10 people most likely to reach trillionaire status

At least a half-dozen companies have hit the $1 trillion mark and now the question is: Who could be the first individual person to become a trillionaire?

For the Fed, a Sign That the Job Market Is Cooling but Not Cracking

Fed officials are hurtling toward a rate cut this month, but Friday’s jobs data left their options open on the size of that reduction.

Owner of OnlyFans paid $631m as subscriptions rise

Leonid Radvinsky's huge earnings were revealed in the online platform's latest accounts.

Selena Gomez joins billionaire celebrity rich list

The celebrity joins the billionaire ranks thanks to her Rare Beauty make-up business.

U.S. Job Market Shifts to Lower Gear

Employers added 142,000 jobs in August, fewer than economists had expected, and previous months were revised downward.

NFL's games in Brazil, Europe are key to more revenue growth, Goodell says

The NFL is banking on international markets for growth as it plays its first-ever game in Brazil.

Ted Drewes Jr., the Frozen Custard King of St. Louis, Dies at 96

Celebrity chefs and politicians paid tribute to the man behind the extra-thick shake known as the concrete, an intrinsic part of St. Louis summers.

7-Eleven Rejects Takeover Bid From Big Canadian Chain

Japan’s Seven & i Holdings, the operator of 7-Eleven, has rebuffed a buyout offer that would have been the largest foreign-led acquisition of a Japanese company.

U.S. airlines cool hiring after adding 194,000 employees in post-Covid spree

Hiring by U.S. airlines is cooling after the industry added tens of thousands of jobs to build up for the post-Covid travel surge.

The Kansas City Chiefs are the NFL’s current dynasty — here's why they are worth less than teams that regularly miss the playoffs

The Kansas City Chiefs, despite having won three of the last five Super Bowls, are only the 18th most valuable team in the league at $6.07 billion.

Oasis Fans Balked at High Ticket Prices. But Were They ‘Dynamic’?

A regulator said it was opening an investigation into Ticketmaster’s actions, but the company disputed that “dynamic pricing” came into play.

Home listings are up more than 60% in some cities. Here's where

Nationwide, active listings in August were up 36% compared with the same month last year, according to a new report from Realtor.com.

How Elon Musk Is Influencing Donald Trump

Their fast-evolving political friendship has become a potential minefield, as Mr. Musk’s sprawling businesses may present conflicts of interest if Mr. Trump is elected in November.

First-class stamp price to rise to £1.65

The company says the price rise is needed as it faces "very real and urgent" financial challenges.

Mixed jobs report adds to US economy concerns

Employers added 142,000 jobs in August, figures show, which was less than expected.

Google abusing ad tech dominance, UK competition watchdog finds

The regulator says anti-competitive practices could be harming online publishers and advertisers.

Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Another Pillar of Biden’s Student Debt Plan

The plan would affect millions of borrowers struggling with runaway interest and others who were still paying off loans after decades. It was set to take effect this fall.

China must act to avoid crisis, former Japanese central banker warns

Former central bank governors have raised the alarm over deflation and slowdown, both of which were symptoms in Japan’s ‘lost decades’.

Noel Parmentel Jr., Essayist, Polemicist and Apostate, Dies at 98

A self-described “reactionary individualist,” he mentored Joan Didion and was credited with famously comparing Nixon to a used-car salesman.

China’s economy shows up as a top concern for US companies, business council survey finds

Macroeconomic outlook emerges just behind problems tied to bilateral friction in annual survey by US-China Business Council.

How to Handle the Delay in the Release of the FAFSA Form

The student financial aid application is expected to be ready by Dec. 1, two months later than usual. Experts offer some tips on what to do in the meantime.

China’s state-owned firms splash 1 trillion yuan on emerging hi-tech industries

Funds have been directed towards hi-tech industries, such as new information technology, artificial intelligence, aerospace and new energy.

The Green Bay Packers are the one NFL team owned by its fans. Here's how it works

The Green Bay Packers, No. 12 on CNBC's Official 2024 NFL Team Valuations list, are the only publicly owned NFL team.

Trumponomics 2.0: Breaking Down Donald Trump’s Economic Plan

Higher tariffs, lower taxes, and more of Elon Musk: The former president outlined his economic vision to an audience of business leaders. But questions abound.

Man accused of using bots and AI to earn streaming revenue

Prosecutors in the US say he fraudulently earned millions of dollars through billions of streams.

Low Interest Rates Pose Risks for Investors

While rate cuts are welcome in much of the economy, they pose problems for risk-averse investors who relish high money market and bond yields.

Co-Hosts of N.B.A. Player Podcasts Have ‘Best Job on the Planet’

For the friends of some famous athletes, hosting a show can mean a little money, some fame and a whole lot of work.

What Is ‘Agentic’ AI? It Doesn’t Require a Human to Tell It What to Do

So-called agentic artificial intelligence doesn’t require a human to tell it what to do. At least, that’s the idea.

Can Hong Kong bring its ‘ghost bridge’ back to life?

With the new Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link boosting prospects for the Greater Bay Area, Hong Kong must move fast to improve transport links with nearby cities.

7-Eleven owner rejects $38bn buyout offer

Japanese owner of convenience store giant says offer from Canadian rival ‘grossly undervalues’ firm.

3 years after Evergrande crisis, China’s key banks struggle to cap property risk exposure

Banks in China are faced with an elevated non-performing loans (NPLs) ratio amid efforts to stabilise the national economy and fend off financial risks.

Chinese developer Country Garden drops PwC as its auditor

Country Garden drops PwC as its auditor, in another setback for the firm that has lost more than 50 clients this year.

Japan Tries to Reclaim Its Clout as a Global Tech Leader

Japanese chip companies are tapping billions of dollars and collaborating with foreign firms as part of new government policies that look outward.

Chinese stocks fall to 7-month low on growth concerns after PBOC’s easing hint

Chinese stocks dropped after the nation’s central bank hinted at easing monetary policy, underscoring worries about growth. Also, expectations built for more consolidation in the brokerage industry

China widens trade battlefield with precedent-setting dispute over Canada’s EV tariffs

In a just-announced investigation into Canada’s ‘discriminatory’ tariffs on EV imports, China has cited new legal language as justification.

Telegram CEO Durov says his arrest 'misguided'

Pavel Durov has hit back at French authorities following his arrest in Paris last week.

Why This Jobs Report Could Be the Most Pivotal One in Years

It’s tough to overstate how much hinges on Friday’s employment update, from the path for interest rates to the economic outlook.

4 Big Airlines Face U.S. Inquiry Over Frequent Flier Programs

The Transportation Department ordered American, Delta, Southwest and United to share more information about their rewards practices to ensure they are fair to consumers and rivals.

Trump Calls for an Efficiency Commission, an Idea Pushed by Elon Musk

Donald Trump, in a speech in New York, said the commission would conduct a sweeping audit of the federal government and recommend “drastic reforms” for cutting waste.

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Defends App in First Comments Since Arrest

Pavel Durov, held in France since last month, blamed “growing pains” for the company’s problems and pledged to make improvements.

Rising NFL valuations mean massive returns for owners. Here's how good the investment is

The returns NFL owners have seen on their initial investments dwarf the gains of traditional stocks over matching time periods.

Crash dummies and robot arms: How airline seats are tested

Building hi-tech airline seats has become a huge business in Northern Ireland.

A mega merger aims to reshape India's entertainment landscape

The deal aims to create India's largest entertainment company which will dominate the advertising market.

China eyes medical tourism boost, but still a long way to go amid regional competition

China is not generally considered a go-to option for healthcare and treatments, with the US, South Korea, Japan and Turkey already on the map.

Is China rising or slowing down? The answer is it’s complicated

China is far from collapse but its gamble to anchor growth in hi-tech innovation won’t pay off unless it shores up its traditional economy.

Larry Ellison Will Control Paramount After Skydance Merger

An F.C.C. filing shows that companies affiliated with Mr. Ellison will own most of the voting interest currently held by Shari Redstone.

Red Lobster cleared to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

A group of investors under the name RL Investor Holdings will acquire Red Lobster by the end of the month.

Trump says Musk could head 'government efficiency' force

In a speech at an economic club Thursday, the former president endorsed the Tesla boss's idea for a task force on government spending

The Cowboys are worth $11 billion. Here's how Dallas went from losing $1 million a month to topping the NFL in value

The Cowboys are the most profitable team in the NFL, ahead of the New England Patriots, according to CNBC's 2024 Valuations list.

Why the LA Rams are worth $2 billion more than the LA Chargers

The Rams have a recent Super Bowl to their name and the Chargers don't, but the gap in value is about much more than performance. It's about stadium economics.

OPEC Plus Delays Plan to Increase Oil Output

OPEC Plus will extend its cuts until at least December. Demand has weakened, and other countries, including the United States, are expected to continue to increase production.

How Swing State Politics Are Sinking a Global Steel Deal

As the Biden administration nears a decision to block the proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel, the debate over national and economic security is being dwarfed by presidential politics.

J. Richard Munro, Who Oversaw the Creation of Time Warner, Dies at 93

As chief executive, he expanded Time Inc.’s offerings, fended off a hostile takeover and built the world’s largest media company.

Family offices are about to surpass hedge funds, with $5.4 trillion in assets by 2030

The number of single-family offices is expected to rise from 8,000 to 10,720 by 2030, according to Deloitte Private.

Teenage E-Cigarette Use Drops to a 10-Year Low

The percentage of middle and high school students reporting that they vaped tobacco products declined to about a third of the peak levels in 2019, a new survey shows.

Ford truck, hybrid models lead to 13% increase in August sales

Ford Motor's U.S. vehicle sales jumped 13.4% last month, led by increases in the company's F-Series trucks and hybrid models.

UK competition watchdog launches Oasis tickets probe

The Competition and Markets Authority is investigating if Ticketmaster breached consumer protection law.

Las Vegas Places a Bet on a New Art Museum, With Help From L.A.

The city agreed to give land to a museum championed by the casino magnate Elaine Wynn, which will be a partnership with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Linda Deutsch, The A.P.’s Dean of Courtroom Reporting, Dies at 80

Covering notorious trials, she offered readers an unvarnished view of the sordid side of celebrity, told through many of the country’s most riveting legal dramas.

Second class letter deliveries on Saturdays could be cut

Changes to second class deliveries could be allowed to keep the first class service unchanged.

Start-Up Investors Push Back Against Venture Capital’s Bigger-Is-Better Mantra

A small but vocal group is forming new funds and taking new approaches to counter the swell of money into venture capital in recent years.

NFL season expected to spur record $35 billion in legal sports wagers

Licensed sportsbooks like DraftKings, FanDuel and ESPN Bet are working to claim a bigger share of the action.

NFL's next big media rights payday is years off — and subject to a shifting industry

The NFL and other leagues are waiting to see how the turmoil in the media industry shakes out before determining their future TV rights deals.

John Lewis brings back 'never knowingly undersold'

The U-turn comes as the High Street retailer tries to revive its fortunes and win back customers.

Private equity will be able to invest in the NFL but won't have much say in team decisions

NFL team owners voted to allow private equity firms to acquire up to 10% of teams. But the firms' involvement does not stretch beyond the cash.

YouTube restricts teenager access to fitness videos

The platform says it is acting on concerns about teens being over-exposed to "idealised" body types.

Here's where American Airlines is adding flights to Europe in summer 2025

American is boosting service to Italy, Spain and Greece.

Yuan’s overseas status rising, but nowhere near China’s economic ‘heft’: ex-official

Ex-Chongqing mayor Huang Qifan says China has no unrealistic ambitions for the yuan to replace the US dollar.

Tesla’s FSD software delay in China gives Xpeng a chance to take the lead

The US carmaker is expected to roll out the FSD system on the mainland in the first quarter of 2025, compared with previous expectations of end-2024.

NFL team sales are likely to stall as valuations soar

The Seattle Seahawks will likely sell in the coming years, but rising valuations and modernized estate planning may slow down other full NFL team sales.

EV maker Nio forecasts record sales as China subsidies help fuel demand, margins

Shanghai-based EV maker Nio trimmed losses in the second quarter while vehicle margin swelled.

Harris’s Capital Gains Tax Break

The vice president has proposed raising the levy on capital gains, a break from President Biden’s economic agenda, as she tries to keep big donors and progressives on side.

Rise in fines for term-time holidays won't stop us, say parents

Some say the threat of prosecution is not enough to stop them going on holiday for cheaper prices.

Tesla Cybertruck is in a category of its own for better or worse

The Cybertruck, which in many ways is more "cyber" than "truck," has created a new segment in the automotive industry that it solely holds.

Hong Kong finance minister Paul Chan pledges more connection plans with mainland

Minister hinted at the launches of more links that will better connect Hong Kong markets with those on the mainland.

Anti-pollution law to threaten water bosses with jail

New legislation gives regulators more powers to tackle water pollution in England and Wales.

Tax Policy Becomes a Fault Line for Harris

The vice president is relying on tax proposals as a way to show she is different from both President Biden and her Republican rival, Donald Trump.

Job Hunting Is a Challenge for Recent College Grads

Unemployment is still low, but job seekers are competing for fewer openings, and hiring is sluggish. That’s a big turnaround from recent years.

BLS Data on Jobs and Consumer Prices Faces a Test of Trust

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, which tracks prices and employment, faces scrutiny after several missteps. Some questions have gone unanswered.

Volvo gives up plan to sell only EVs by 2030

The car maker's decision comes as industry faces slowing demand in some major markets for electric vehicles.

No winners from US’ ‘small yard, high fence’ approach to China: economist

Yu Yongding, a former adviser to China’s central bank, comments on the US strategy that restricts Chinese access to key technologies.

China’s C919 turns in stellar report card, but profitability remains elusive

China Eastern Airlines, Air China and China Southern Airlines have all taken delivery of the home-grown C919 narrowbody passenger jet.

Biden Expected to Block U.S. Steel Takeover by Nippon

The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States is expected to raise national security concerns about selling the iconic steel producer to Japan’s Nippon Steel.

China’s robotics future is fast approaching

The rapid advancement of robotics is bringing exciting possibilities but has also raised significant ethical and safety concerns.

US plans to block Nippon Steel takeover of US Steel - US media

The controversial move comes during a heated election year in the US.

AI's solution to the 'cocktail party problem' used in court

The technology has been used to filter out background voices in audio evidence in a US murder case.

Alert over potentially deadly counterfeit vodka

The Food Standards Agency warns counterfeit bottles have been found to contain a dangerous substance.

How Partisan Media Covered Trump’s Arlington Visit

Liberal outlets criticized Mr. Trump for turning his visit into a photo opportunity, while conservative ones falsely suggested the altercation never happened.

Boeing Starliner Set to Leave Space Station Without Crew

The troubled spacecraft is scheduled to undock on Friday for a trip back to Earth while two NASA astronauts will stay in orbit.

Sell-off erases Trump Media shares' 2024 gains

Shares in Trump Media are now worth less than they were at the start of the year.

Samples of Linda Deutsch’s Reporting on 50 Years of Sensational Trials

Covering some of America’s most sensational trials, she produced urgent, pithy “ledes” in the best tradition of wire-service reporting. Here’s a sampler.

Trump Media Stock Price Down 70% From March Peak

The stock price of the former president’s social media company has often moved in tandem with investor perception of his standing in the presidential race.

Dollar Tree shares plunge 22% after discounter cuts full-year forecast

Dollar stores, in particular, have felt pinched as their core customer makes trade-offs after a prolonged period of pricier food and everyday costs.

Nordstrom Family Offers $3.8 Billion to Buy Its Namesake Retailer

The $23-per-share offer by the department store’s founding family comes as retailers struggle to navigate new shopping trends and costly real estate.

Molson Coors pumps the brakes on DEI practices

Molson Coors is joining a growing list of companies bidding farewell to DEI practices like supplier quotas and DEI-based training programs.

Summer box office bounced back thanks to 'Inside Out 2,' 'Deadpool & Wolverine'

The summer box office secured $3.6 billion in ticket sales, a 10% drop from the same period in 2023, but a better outcome than expected.

Jim Riswold, Creator of ‘Bo Knows’ and Air Jordan Ads, Dies at 66

His work for Nike — particularly commercials starring Michael Jordan and Spike Lee — blurred the line between advertising and entertainment.

Iran Emerges as a Top Disinformation Threat in U.S. Presidential Race

With a flurry of hacks and fake websites, Iran has intensified its efforts to discredit American democracy and possibly tip the race against former President Donald Trump.

China’s economy faces challenges even as it ‘holds steady’: 4 takeaways from August’s PMIs

Analysts said China’s economic momentum held broadly steady in August following the release of the purchasing managers’ indices.

TikTok Expands its Election Resources Ahead of November

The company is an increasingly popular source of political news. It’s adding more content about how elections work and media literacy.

Dick's Sporting Goods blows past earnings estimates but issues cautious guidance ahead of 2024 election

Theft at Dick's Sporting Goods had previously impacted its profits but the company now appears to be past those issues.

Airplane engines are in short supply. The business of fixing older ones is booming

Engine repair shops have swelled to a $58 billion business, according to Alton Aviation Consultancy, and are cash cow for engine makers like GE Aerospace.

China urged to ‘fully evaluate’ wider impact of US tech war

Former tax official Xu Shanda also urged Beijing to prioritise boosting consumption and the confidence of China’s private sector.

Slowdown Déjà Vu Rattles the Markets

Investors sent technology stocks and other assets tumbling on concerns that the U.S. economy could be headed for a hard landing.

China’s money-laundering crackdown needs ‘urgent’ plan to recover illicit digital assets

Growth of virtual currencies such as bitcoin and ether used in crimes has been ‘phenomenal’, law professor says.

State pension to rise by over £400 next year

This will take the full state pension for men who have retired since 1951 and women since 1953 to around £12,000 in 2025/26.

China’s localities need ‘profound reform’ to draw investment, state newspaper says

A Chinese newspaper has called for localities to alter their strategies to win investment, saying past methods are no longer viable.

China’s consumer confidence nears all-time low, calls for ‘bolder’ measures

China’s consumer confidence index hit 86 in July, according to investment bank Nomura, just above the all-time low of 85.5 in November 2022.

China’s state-controlled Changan Automobile establishes subsidiary in Germany

Company says its first subsidiary in Europe will perform marketing and engineering research to support further expansion on the continent.

China’s 3 monetary pivots under the first year of central bank governor Pan Gongsheng

China’s central bank has conducted at least three large monetary adjustments since Pan Gongsheng was named People’s Bank of China governor in July 2023.

China’s services activity expansion slows in August despite summer travel peak: Caixin PMI

China’s Caixin/S&P Global services purchasing managers’ index (PMI) slipped to 51.6 in August from 52.1 in June.

Northern China loses Din Tai Fung’s dumplings as consumers keep budgets under wraps

Din Tai Fung, a Taiwan-based restaurant chain, has announced it will close several of its mainland China stores as customers appear to have lost their appetite for pricier meals.

Chinese companies seek gold in ‘silver economy’ as population greys

Companies are shifting their focus to capitalise on opportunities presented by China’s ageing population. For some, the strategic pivot is starting to pay off.

Steph Curry says he wants to be an NBA owner in the future

Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry spoke to CNBC about his plans for after his NBA career.

China’s 2 largest shipyards plan to merge to create the world’s biggest builder

China’s two biggest shipyards are set to combine to create a group with US$17 billion of annual sales in a stock-based merger proposal.

German firms buck R&D trend in China, seek ecosystem partners to gain edge

German Chamber of Commerce in China survey shows an increasing number of firms are conducting research and development in China.

China investigates Canadian rapeseed imports following EV tariffs

China will conduct an anti-dumping investigation into rapeseed imports from Canada, days after the North American country joined the United States and European Union in imposing new tariffs on electric vehicles.

How China’s middle class is creating a ‘green gold’ rush in Africa

Trade between China, Africa and the West is yielding mutually beneficial results, and Greater Bay Area cities could have a key role to play.

Tesla delivers 17% more EVs from China factory as sales slip for rivals Li Auto, Nio

US carmaker bucks downward trend in first six months, while sales decline 5.6 per cent for Li Auto and 1.6 per cent for Nio despite larger government subsidy for buyers.

How China and Europe can best settle their EV tariff disputes

Rather than seeing bilateral solutions that can lead to zero-sum thinking, China and the EU should take a multilateral approach to get better results and spur needed trade reforms.

China’s railway operator brings in gravy train, posting profits and lowering debt ratios

China’s state-owned railway operator has bucked economic trends by registering profits and lower debt ratios for the first six months of 2024.

Shanghai bets on live-streaming economy to boost China’s anaemic consumption

Under a three-year plan, the local sector should generate nearly US$85 billion in online sales by 2026.

Young workers drive South Africa's video games industry

South Africa has a small but thriving video games industry, helped by plenty of young workers.

China’s lottery sales rise as economic prospects remain hazy

Lottery sales in China continued their rise in July, with analysts pointing to a paucity of economic confidence and a ‘herd mentality’ as major drivers for ticket purchases.

China’s yuan to continue to gain against US dollar, but outlook hinges on Fed: analysts

China’s yuan gained 1.9 per cent against the US dollar in August, which represented the largest monthly change since November.

The free childcare now available to working parents

Parents in England can now access 15 hours of free weekly childcare for children from nine months.

China moves to ‘eliminate’ money worship, undesirable trends in financial sector

China’s financial industry is undergoing significant reshuffling, with lay-offs and pay cuts part of Beijing’s efforts to reduce risks.

China celebrates Deng Xiaoping, but how has ‘true heir’ Xi Jinping taken up the reins?

In this week’s issue of the Global Impact newsletter, we look at how Xi Jinping presented himself as the true heir to Deng Xiaoping.

Chinese EV start-up Rox Motor to push overseas amid ruthless domestic price war

Shanghai-based carmaker aims to grow sales channels in the Middle East, Africa and Central Asia as price war at home erodes margins.

Chinese tycoons are using stock to borrow from private lenders as bank liquidity dries up

With Fed easing imminent, ‘clients are once again comfortable using their stocks as collateral for project funding’, HSBC executive says.

China’s factory activity returns to growth, but new export orders sound alarm: Caixin PMI

China’s Caixin/S&P Global manufacturing purchasing managers’ index rose to 50.4 in August as new orders drove production.

If Deng Xiaoping were alive, he would worry about China’s shifting priorities

Deng’s guiding philosophy of the centrality of economic development is rarely mentioned now, and has become secondary to national security.

Málaga tourism: 'People feel the city is collapsing'

Protesting locals say hordes of tourists make the city feel like a "theme park".

French economist Marc Uzan on how China can help reshape the global financial system

Marc Uzan, who has campaigned for changes to the global financial system for 30 years, says he remains optimistic about international cooperation despite the rise of unilateralism.

UK and EU airports are sticking with 100ml liquid rule - but why?

Air travellers who hoped the era of "tiny toiletries" was nearly over are facing fresh disappointment.

Will things get worse like Keir Starmer says?

The prime minister says the Autumn Budget will be "painful", so what might be in store?

Will sustainable aviation fuels take off?

Sustainable aviation fuels work, but can they be made in sufficient quantity to replace fossil fuels?

What taxes might be raised in the Budget?

The government says taxes will have to rise to fix the public finances - but which ones could go up?

Are AI-created recipes hard to swallow?

Chefs are increasingly using AI to dream up new food combinations, but the results are mixed.

'Hellway' - the new-build estate with no end of snags

Residents complain of three years of "chaos" including a collapsing staircase.

Have Swiss scientists made a chocolate breakthrough?

The whole of the cocoa fruit is used in production, rather than just the beans.

Defence firms 'need reassuring' that big orders will be long-term

Western military production has ramped up due to Ukraine, but will it continue after the war ends?

Have supermarkets reached peak self-scan?

Supermarkets are beginning to question the divisive technology after years of criticism from shoppers.

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