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Baby milk should have plain packaging in hospitals, regulator says
Standardised packaging would "eliminate" brand influence after parents leave hospitals, the regulator says.
Read more'Mould, damp and decay': Homes excluded from insulation scandal help
Help to fix unsuitable insulation under government schemes only applies to work done since 2022.
Read moreShould Tulips Replace Roses for Valentine’s Day? Florists Think So.
Roses have long been the flower of choice for the holiday, but some see an opening for the humble tulip.
Read moreJeff Bezos space firm Blue Origin to cut a tenth of jobs
The company is looking to trim manager ranks and focus on ramping up rocket launches.
Read moreWhere China’s Exports Begin: Inside the Vast Markets of Guangzhou
Along the Pearl River in southern China, a fast-growing industry is churning out cheap clothes and toys that are flooding the world duty-free.
Read moreChina issues US$8.2 billion in bills in Hong Kong to stabilise yuan amid trade tensions
Move is the latest in a series by China’s central bank that support Hong Kong’s status as a global hub for offshore yuan business.
Read moreModi hails US-India 'mega partnership' in Trump meeting
Trump and Modi, who share warm personal ties, met in the shadow of trade tensions complicating US-India relations.
Read moreJapan’s China investment drops 60% in 10 years as firms rethink strategies
Geopolitical considerations and intense competition from domestic firms have led Japanese companies to move their China investments elsewhere.
Read moreInside the Murdochs’ Succession Drama
More than 3,000 pages of documents reveal how years of betrayals led to a messy court battle that threatens the future of Rupert’s empire.
Read moreApple and Google Restore TikTok to App Stores in the U.S.
The popular social media app was removed to comply with a new law that banned it in the United States. President Trump has paused enforcement of the ban.
Read moreTrump launches plan to target countries with new tariffs
The US president ordered his staff to develop a response to countries with trade policies he says are unfair.
Read moreTikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores in the US
TikTok is again available on app stores in the US after President Donald Trump delayed a ban on the app.
Read moreElon Musk’s Attacks on CFPB Remove Obstacle to Building ‘X Money’
Former officials at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said Elon Musk’s payment-business aspirations were driving his efforts to hobble the agency.
Read moreHot Inflation Raises Stakes of Trump’s Tariffs
Economists warn that enacting tariffs at a time of persisting price pressures is a risky move.
Read moreJoann Customers React to Store Closings and Bankruptcy
For quilters, knitters and crafters, Joann, which expects to close more than half of its stores after filing for bankruptcy, has been a one-stop shop — and more.
Read moreTrump Announces ‘Reciprocal’ Tariffs Across the Globe
The president said his advisers would devise new tariff levels reflecting countries’ tariffs, taxes, subsidies and other policies affecting trade with the United States.
Read moreScientists work on 'superhuman' vision systems for robots
Researchers have given a robot a powerful radio-based vision system which can see through smoke.
Read moreJim Guy Tucker, Ex-Arkansas Governor Caught Up in Whitewater, Dies at 81
He was among those targeted by the investigation that consumed much of Bill Clinton’s presidency. But his conviction was later questioned.
Read moreTexas Judge Fines New York Doctor and Orders Her to Stop Sending Abortion Pills to Texas
It is the first ruling in a case challenging “shield laws” intended to protect doctors in states that support abortion rights who send abortion pills to states with bans.
Read moreHow China is betting big on state-led research to drive a tech revolution
Though start-ups like DeepSeek are winning headlines, a key pillar of China’s tech revolution is its massive state-directed research programme.
Read moreESPN host Stephen A. Smith says he would be U.S. president as long as he doesn't have to campaign
ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith told CNBC Sport that he is not interested in campaigning but would be interested in being president.
Read moreTaiwan Prepares for Trump’s Tariffs, and a Changed Washington
Taiwanese officials, facing a more transactional U.S. relationship, have traveled to Washington to float energy deals and defend the island’s semiconductors.
Read moreCVS shares are up 45% this year — here's why it may be starting to turn its business around
Some analysts are more optimistic about CVS' ability to navigate higher-than-expected medical costs in its insurance unit moving forward.
Read moreD.C. Plane Crash Happened After Years of Warnings
Concerns that a deadly collision could occur at Reagan National Airport had long been building. But attempts to draw attention to potentially dangerous conditions sometimes went unheeded.
Read moreTrump’s Funding Freezes Bruise a Core Constituency: Farmers
A rapid-fire array of directives by the Trump administration have left farmers and businesses in rural America reeling.
Read moreElon Musk Says He Will Drop OpenAI Bid if Company Keeps Corporate Structure
In a court filing, Mr. Musk said he and other investors would pull their $97.4 billion bid if OpenAI withdrew its plan to change its structure.
Read moreAs Trump eyes more tariffs, South Korea remains safe haven for GM and Hyundai
Automakers such as Hyundai Motor and General Motors have increasingly used South Korea as a tariff-free export market to the U.S.
Read moreBritain’s Economy Squeezes Out 0.1% Growth
The unexpected increase eases pressure on the government, which has been trying to spur investment and development.
Read moreIgloo Recalls Coolers Over Fingertip Amputation and Crushing Risk
More than one million coolers sold in North America were recalled after a dozen injuries. Consumers are advised to stop using them and contact the company.
Read moreFinding Devoted Sports Fans in the Coldest Place on Earth
An innocent question from a friend inspired one reporter to seek out sports buffs in a remote and chilly place: Antarctica.
Read moreThe Restaurant That Started Panda Express
The parent restaurant of Panda Express underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation. The deep, comforting pleasures are still on the menu.
Read moreGoogle Maps blocks Gulf of America reviews after rename criticism
It controversially updated the Gulf's name for US users after President Trump ordered it to be changed.
Read morePrebiotic soda brand Olipop valued at $1.85 billion in latest funding round
Olipop's annual sales surpassed $400 million in 2024 as competition heats up with rivals such as Poppi.
Read moreSome mortgage rates cut below 4% as competition picks up
It's the first time mortgage deals with rates below 4% have been available since November.
Read moreQuestions raised over Rachel Reeves's CV and expenses
The BBC has established the Chancellor left the Bank of England nine months earlier than she states in her LinkedIn profile.
Read moreDonald Trump’s Chicken-and-Egg Inflation Problem
A surge in egg prices underscores how persistent inflation is spooking the markets and could check the president’s boldest economic policies.
Read moreChina’s poultry industry faces crisis as prices plunge amid oversupply
While the US faces egg shortages, China’s poultry farmers are dealing with the opposite problem: plunging prices due to chronic overproduction.
Read moreUK signals it will seek US steel tariff exemption
Business secretary Jonathan Reynolds says the government has a strong case to avoid tariffs on UK-made steel entering the US.
Read moreU.S. investors, Big Pharma race to find new medicines in China
U.S. investors and large pharmaceutical companies are increasingly doing deals in China as the country's biopharma sector transforms.
Read moreComcast and NBCUniversal receive FCC inquiry on DEI initiatives
The Federal Communications Commission has sent a letter to Comcast inquiring about its DEI practices, a company spokesperson confirmed Wednesday.
Read moreHong Kong to ease IPO rules for mainland Chinese firms in boost for global ambitions
Market watchdog and exchange are studying the issue and will propose changes this year, treasury chief Christopher Hui says.
Read moreHow Trump’s new trade war could hurt US and fix what ails China
Trump’s tariffs will endanger US growth while providing Chinese authorities a chance to make a badly needed pivot towards consumption.
Read moreHonda-Nissan multi-billion dollar merger collapses
The Japanese car making giants aimed to combine their businesses to compete against Chinese rivals.
Read moreWith DeepSeek, China’s economic growth suddenly seems tied to AI
Tech innovation has rapidly become key to boosting labour productivity that will be necessary to sustain China’s economic momentum.
Read moreHow Trump Is Gutting Regulatory Agencies Like the SEC, CFPB and EEOC
The furious pace of deregulation is gutting agencies intended to protect ordinary Americans, consumer advocates say. But business groups have long favored regulatory relief.
Read moreUnofficial TikTok downloads surge in the US
Many people are turning to so-called "sideloading" because the app is unavailable on official stores.
Read moreSurprise growth in UK economy at end of 2024
The economy expanded by 0.1% between October and December, official figures suggest.
Read moreHelp! Our Paris Rental Apartment Was Robbed and Airbnb Won’t Compensate Us.
A family’s belongings disappeared when a thief used a key left under their Airbnb’s doormat. The French police confirmed the story, but Airbnb’s insurance adjuster took the side of the host.
Read moreAs Salaries Boom, It’s a Good Time to Be an NFL Coach
Pay packages, even for first-time coaches, have risen sharply since the 1990s as teams seek those who can turn their franchises into perennial Super Bowl contenders.
Read moreHonda and Nissan Scrap $50 Billion Merger Plan
The Japanese companies’ decision to call off negotiations highlights the challenges legacy automakers face in partnering to tackle new technologies.
Read moreAs dialogue resumes, will warmer ties increase China-UK economic engagement?
First UK-China Strategic Dialogue meeting in nearly seven years could help to create climate for further investment.
Read moreTreasury Secretary Makes Trip to Kyiv
The visit by Scott Bessent was the first by a Trump official since the president’s return to office and came amid uncertainty about the future of U.S. support for Ukraine.
Read moreChina hedges its energy bets as Russia pipeline plan remains on hold
The controversial Power of Siberia 2 pipeline seems less likely to commence after China spent 2024 diversifying its energy imports.
Read moreElon Musk and the Right Are Recasting Reporting as ‘Doxxing’
Right-wing influencers are criticizing journalists who have published public information about government employees.
Read moreF.A.A. Facing Criticism After Three Deadly Plane Crashes
The agency in charge of air travel safety is facing criticism and demands for change after a yearslong streak of no major commercial jet accidents ended in catastrophe.
Read moreUS inflation in surprise increase
US inflation increased by more than expected last month, pushing up the cost of living for Americans.
Read moreChina’s CATL eyes global dominance in EV battery market with US$5 billion Hong Kong IPO
Overseas business made up 31 per cent of CATL’s total sales in the first nine months of 2024, versus 32.7 per cent in 2023, according to exchange filings.
Read moreTrump Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum May Raise U.S. Manufacturing Costs
Duties of 25 percent on steel and aluminum will flow through to car buyers, beer drinkers, home builders, oil drillers and other users of metal goods.
Read more‘They’re hiring less’: China’s ‘iPhone City’ falls quiet as market rivalry intensifies
The giant iPhone assembly plant in Zhengzhou has cut back on hiring as Apple loses market share in China and Foxconn shifts production overseas.
Read moreErasing Escobar: Will Colombia ban the sale of memorabilia of the drug lord?
Politicians in the country want to prohibit the sale of such items, but they face opposition.
Read moreAP Accuses White House of Violating First Amendment
The Associated Press said the White House had blocked its journalists from attending press events because the news agency had not started using the term Gulf of America.
Read moreEx-N.Y. Official Accused of Working for China Faces Bribery Allegation
Linda Sun, a former aide to Gov. Kathy Hochul and Gov. Andrew Cuomo, is also accused of violating the Foreign Agents Registration Act, according to a superseding indictment.
Read moreCFPB’s new leadership begins staff purge with dozens of employees terminated
The terminations have sowed more confusion at the bureau, as several of those being laid off had already accepted federal buyout offers, said one of the people.
Read moreStock Market Falls After Inflation Report
Investors are now betting that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates just once more this year, a drastic shift in expectations since late 2024.
Read moreCVS shares pop 15% on big earnings beat, even as high medical costs drag down insurance unit
It caps off the first full quarter with David Joyner, a longtime CVS executive, as CEO of the troubled retail drugstore chain.
Read moreThe Rising Price of Eggs Is Also Hurting Your Local Restaurant
The soaring cost of eggs is hitting your local breakfast spot hard.
Read moreCPI Report: Inflation Rose Unexpectedly in January
The Consumer Price Index rose 3.0 percent from a year earlier as food and energy prices picked up.
Read moreChevron to Lay Off Up to 20% of Staff
The second-largest U.S. oil company may cut as many as 9,000 workers worldwide in an effort to cut costs.
Read moreTrump Softens Tone on Inflation After Pledging to Lower Prices
President Trump pledged to lower costs on “Day 1” as a candidate. His administration now acknowledges it will take more time.
Read moreEverton sponsor leaves UK after porn ad probe
Gambling site Stake will leave the UK as a regulator investigation continues.
Read moreTop N.I.H. Official Abruptly Resigns as Trump Orders Deep Cuts
Dr. Lawrence Tabak, the No. 2 official at the National Institutes of Health, did not give a reason for his departure.
Read moreFCC Chair Orders Investigation Into Comcast’s DEI Practices
The investigation follows inquiries by the agency into NPR, PBS and CBS News.
Read moreCVS CEO defends pharmacy middlemen, accuses drugmakers of 'monopolistic' practices
CVS CEO David Joyner's comments come as lawmakers on both sides of the aisle and President Donald Trump have signaled interest in cracking down on PBMs.
Read moreBank of America CEO on inflation impact on U.S. economy: ‘Rates are going to stay where they are’
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported hotter-than-expected growth in the U.S. consumer price index, forcing markets to recalibrate rate expectations.
Read moreRepublicans Love Trump’s Spending Cuts. Just Not in Their States.
Even as they praise the president’s unilateral actions to slash federal spending, G.O.P. lawmakers have quietly moved to seek carve outs or exemptions for their own constituents.
Read moreWhat Modi and India Can Offer Trump on Trade
As two-way trade expands, India’s surplus is growing. President Trump is expected to press Prime Minister Narendra Modi to lower tariffs.
Read moreNatural Gas Could Get Priority Over Renewable Energy in Largest U.S. Grid
Federal regulators approved a proposal from the nation’s largest grid operator that will give primacy to 50 new power plants, a decision to help meet the country’s growing electricity demand.
Read moreZelle payments top $1 trillion in 2024 as network's growth outpaces rivals including PayPal
Zelle said its user base jumped 12% to 151 million accounts in 2024, and that the total dollars sent on the platform jumped 27% from the year earlier.
Read moreBiogen beats estimates on cost cuts and new drugs like Leqembi, but profit outlook falls short
Biogen expects Leqembi and new rare disease and depression treatments to help offset revenue lost from multiple sclerosis products.
Read moreCanned Tuna Sold at Trader Joe’s and Costco Is Recalled Over Botulism Risks
Tuna sold in 26 states and in Washington, D.C., was recalled over concerns that it may have been contaminated. The stores affected include Trader Joe’s, Genova, Van Camp’s and H-E-B.
Read moreRestaurant Brands reports 2.5% same-store sales growth, fueled by Burger King and Popeyes
Restaurant Brands' revenue climbed 26% in the quarter.
Read moreSuper Bowl 59 attracts record 127.7 million viewers
Super Bowl 59 attracted 127.7 million viewers across Fox's broadcast network as well as streaming platforms, according to Nielsen.
Read moreElon Musk’s Oval Office Talk Dispels Doubts About His Power
Dispelling doubts, the billionaire showed off his unprecedented power to disrupt and remake the government — with President Trump’s blessing.
Read moreTom Brady buys ownership stake in sports collectibles company
Tom Brady will acquire a 50% stake in CardVault, a sports card and memorabilia retailer, the company announced on Wednesday.
Read moreGM expects to mitigate up to 50% of potential North American tariffs, which Ford describes as 'chaos'
CEO Mary Barra said GM has contingency plans ready for if tariffs are levied on auto parts and vehicles coming into the U.S. from Canada and Mexico.
Read moreHeathrow expects third runway take offs in 10 years
The chief executive of the UK's largest airport will unveil plans to develop terminals two and five.
Read moreIn the US-China battle for critical minerals, where will Australia stand?
Canberra is stuck in the middle of Beijing and Washington’s tussle over resources, which has intensified in recent days.
Read moreThree American goods that could rise in price due to metal tariffs
Donald Trump's plans for tariffs risk raising prices for items from cars to canned food.
Read moreGoldman axes diversity rule that has 'served purpose'
The bank ditches a policy that stopped it acting on flotations for firms with an all male, all white board.
Read moreNext ad banned as pose made model look too thin
The advertising watchdog says it was "irresponsible" to emphasise the thinness of the model's legs.
Read moreChina’s richest cities say medical costs are bleeding dry health insurance funds
What happens when China’s ageing population meets a rising reluctance among healthy people to pay for voluntary insurance?
Read moreCoca-Cola says it may use more plastic due to Trump tariffs
Beverage giant's boss says his company may need to action if aluminium cans become more expensive.
Read moreTrump has fired his first tariff salvo at China. Are Japan and South Korea next?
The two Asian countries’ sizeable trade surpluses may make them targets for the US president’s next round of import duties.
Read moreCalifornia’s FAIR Plan Gets $1 Billion Bailout After L.A. Fires
The move will likely lead to higher costs for households across the state, and may push more insurers to leave, intensifying a home insurance crisis.
Read moreFed Chair Jerome Powell Shows Little Urgency to Lower Rates
Jerome H. Powell testifies as inflation risks are resurfacing, regulatory changes are in flux and the Federal Reserve’s policy independence is in the spotlight.
Read moreWhat to Know About the Anti-Bribery Law Trump Is Targeting
Federal prosecutors and securities regulators have gone after large companies for violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, which prohibits them from bribing foreign officials.
Read moreGermany's once-mighty car industry is in crisis. What will it take to fix it?
With the economy a key factor in German elections this month, can the auto sector get back on the road to recovery?
Read moreBP Vows ‘Fundamental Reset’ in Strategy as Profit Plunges
The energy giant was vague on details, but analysts say the changes is likely to include less spending on renewable sources and a bigger investment in oil and natural gas production.
Read moreChina’s rust-belt regions at risk of being left behind as coastal economies surge
Local-level debt, an imbalanced industrial structure and population outflows continue to take a hefty toll on efforts to revitalise China’s poorer regions.
Read moreTequila, mezcal are the only spirits growing in sales, but tariffs would be 'catastrophic,' industry group says
U.S. spirits sales declined in 2024 despite maintaining its market share ahead of beer and wine. Tequila and Mezcal grew, but tariffs could change that.
Read moreSilicon Valley is Embracing Christianity (With the Help of Peter Thiel)
When tech luminaries talk about their Christian faith, people listen.
Read moreElon Musk’s Business Empire Scores Benefits Under Trump Shake-Up
Government investigations into Mr. Musk’s companies are stalling amid President Trump’s firings and Biden administration resignations.
Read moreGoldman Sachs Ditches Big Diversity Rule As Wall Street Backs Off DEI
Goldman Sachs will drop a demand that corporate boards of directors include women and members of minority groups as financial firms backpedal from D.E.I. promises.
Read moreCoca-Cola sales easily top estimates as global demand rises
Shares of Coke have risen 7% over the past year, raising its market cap up to $275 billion.
Read moreFord Chief Executive Says Trump Policies May Lead to Layoffs
The executive, Jim Farley, said President Trump’s tariff and auto policies would raise costs and could force the automaker to cut jobs.
Read moreA First-Timer’s Guide to Skiing in Japan
Don’t expect raucous party scenes or over-the-top après-ski. In Japan, it’s all about the snow. Here’s a primer on where to go, stay and eat.
Read moreEurope Vows to Respond to Trump’s Tariffs, but Holds Back on Details
European leaders said they would respond firmly to higher levies on steel and aluminum, but they had yet to say what that retaliation would look like.
Read moreChina’s ‘Ne Zha 2’ Shatters Box Office Records With $1.2 Billion
The runaway success of “Ne Zha 2” is another sign that Chinese audiences are choosing domestic movies over Hollywood blockbusters.
Read moreGlobalstar CEO Paul Jacobs explains why satellite company moved from NYSE to Nasdaq
Globalstar, a satellite and communications services provider, debuted on the Nasdaq on Tuesday morning.
Read moreCFPB heads of supervision and enforcement announce resignations after stop-work order
The resignations add further to uncertainty at the CFPB, which has been targeted by trade groups and conservatives for years.
Read moreCoca-Cola says it will sell more soda in plastic bottles if aluminum tariffs take effect
Coca-Cola can also find domestic aluminum sources and increase the price for customers, CEO James Quincey said.
Read more'We are not for sale,' ChatGPT boss says after Musk bid
Musk's attorney confirmed he had submitted the bid for "all assets" of the company on Monday.
Read moreTrump halts prosecution of firms accused of bribery abroad
Trump has paused enforcement of an anti-corruption law, saying it "overreached" and stopped US firms from winning business overseas.
Read more‘Doomers’ Review: Hunkered Down, Debating the Peril and Promise of A.I.
Matthew Gasda directs his new play, which was inspired by Sam Altman’s 2023 ouster from OpenAI.
Read moreUK not planning to hit back at US on steel tariffs
Trade Minister Douglas Alexander said the UK would not have "a knee-jerk reaction" but "a clear-headed" response.
Read moreAI chatbots unable to accurately summarise news, BBC finds
The BBC's head of news and current affairs says the developers of the tools are "playing with fire."
Read moreBP set to scale back green investments as profits drop sharply
The oil giant is widely expected to say it will scale back on renewables later this month.
Read moreBehind Elon Musk’s Hostile Bid for Control of OpenAI
The tech mogul is unlikely to win. But his goal may be more about making life difficult for the A.I. start-up and its leader, Sam Altman.
Read moreDonald Trump says China runs the Panama Canal. Is he right?
The Latin American country and its vital waterway have been thrust into the spotlight as part of a broader rivalry between the US and China.
Read moreAI-powered sports media company raises $13 million, led by Alexis Ohanian and Giannis Antetokounmpo
ScorePlay's technology is used by more than 200 sports organizations around the world and helps teams streamline their highlights and clips using AI.
Read moreWith Trump's tariffs looming - will countries scramble to cut deals?
US steel suppliers have just over a month to decide how to respond before the new tariffs take effect.
Read moreCATL applies to sell stock in Hong Kong, in what could be city’s largest IPO since 2021
At US$5 billion, the speculated jumbo deal by the world’s largest EV battery maker would be the biggest since Kuaishou’s IPO in January 2021.
Read moreA $4 million Bugatti and Michael Jordan's BMW brought car auction company a record year
Bring a Trailer's strong results defied the broader slowdown in the classic car market.
Read moreUS tariffs? China’s steel industry has far bigger problems than that
Chinese steelmakers are more concerned about sluggish domestic demand and persistent industry overcapacity.
Read moreCFPB Employees Left Stranded and Confused After Stop-Work Orders
Since the acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued stop-work orders, employees have been trying to decipher exactly what they mean.
Read moreHow Trump’s Canadian Oil Tariff Would Hit U.S. Refineries
The 10 percent tariff the president said he might impose in March could cause U.S. refineries to cut production and lead to higher prices.
Read moreChina goes all-out to keep foreign investors onshore amid Trump threats
China has approved a new plan to attract overseas investors, after recording its steepest drop in foreign direct investment since the 2008 financial crash last year.
Read moreTrump’s latest trade offensive is more about power than economics
Tariffs can be a double-edged sword, but the administration has decided to use economic pressure to achieve broader strategic objectives.
Read moreTrump Imposes 25% Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum From Foreign Countries
The president imposed a 25 percent tariff on global metals, repeating a move from his first term. Economists and foreign governments know what will come next.
Read moreDo Trump's tariffs mean the end of the post-war free trade world?
President Trump has proposed a sweeping set of tariffs. Does this mark the end of the post-war free trade world?
Read moreWhy do kindness influencers get criticised?
Kindness influencers give away money and gifts but not everyone supports their work.
Read moreChina dreams of building a world-class jumbo jet. Can it do it without the West?
China is working to develop widebody planes to take on Airbus and Boeing, but its plans may hinge on cooperation from Western regulators and suppliers.
Read moreMcDonald's revenue disappoints, as U.S. sales see worst drop since pandemic
Shares of McDonald's have risen just 2% over the past year.
Read moreHow a CEO's exit and a Jeep 'comeback' led to Stellantis being the only automaker to advertise during Super Bowl 59
CMO Olivier Francois said while other automakers skipped advertising during Super Bowl 59, it was critical for Stellantis to air ads during this year's game.
Read moreNetflix Scurries to Stem Oscar Fallout From ‘Emilia Pérez’ Scandal
Netflix had thought the movie could deliver the company its first best picture award. But comments from its star have put it on the defense.
Read moreSuper Bowl 59 ads recap: Watch the best commercials from the big game
Super Bowl 59 is in the books. Reigning champion Kansas City Chiefs took on the Philadelphia Eagles in New Orleans, but fell short of the three-peat.
Read moreFashion's most hated garment — the skinny jean — is making a comeback
The oft-maligned skinny jean has crept back onto the runway and is headed for a comeback as soon as this fall.
Read moreTrump is unlikely to end Medicare drug price talks — here's what that means for patients and pharma
Trump could either weaken the negotiations in a way that benefits the pharmaceutical industry, or try to achieve even deeper savings to outdo his predecessor.
Read moreTrump’s Panama tensions augur risk for Chinese investments
US claims of Chinese influence in Panama Canal may not affect operations, analysts said, but Beijing’s investments in the region could be a target.
Read moreChina’s lottery sales see biggest year ever as games become ‘more fun’
Younger generation seen as especially keen on ‘experience economy’, with the thrill of the game overshadowing the slim odds of winning big.
Read moreChina sends trade mission to Central Asia as it braces for US tariff war
The delegation of Chinese oil and gas executives set off hours after Beijing imposed retaliatory tariffs on US energy imports.
Read moreState-owned Chinese carmakers Dongfeng, Changan likely to combine, eclipsing BYD
Company combining Dongfeng and Changan could allocate resources to the most competitive products and technologies, analyst says.
Read moreChina’s population woes deepen as marriage registrations plummet to lowest level since 1980
Only 6.1 million Chinese couples tied the knot in 2024, the lowest total since 1980, according to official data.
Read moreHow Spain's economy became the envy of Europe
The growth is led by a tourism boom, with Spain nearing France as the world's most visited country.
Read moreScholar Jing Qian on right-sizing China’s economy in the age of Trump and DeepSeek
The researcher surveys the dividends of ‘Made in China 2025’ and shares why he thinks Trump’s contradictions could benefit bilateral relations.
Read moreWhy China’s super-rich are spending billions to set up universities
For China’s billionaires, founding new universities offers a chance to make money – and demonstrate they are ‘politically correct’.
Read moreChina faces uphill battle to boost demand despite consumer price recovery in January
China’s consumer prices received a boost amid household spending rise in festival season, but ex-factory price fall extended.
Read moreChinese auto-part maker APT Electronics rethinks global expansion amid Trump tariffs
APT chairman Xiao Guowei said the company has become more ‘prudent and cautious’ in its overseas approach as it waits to see tariffs impact.
Read moreAnother US-China trade war? How about a war on income inequality
Instead of hiking tariffs, the US and China should focus on reducing their wealth gaps so more people can enjoy the benefits of trade.
Read moreOut of luck: how a global downturn took the shine off China’s crystal industry
‘Healing’ crystals are generating huge buzz on TikTok, but the Chinese companies that sell them say overseas customers increasingly cannot afford to buy.
Read moreGeely, Xpeng EV models threaten market leaders with cheaper, more intelligent cars
Middle-income consumers in China are becoming increasingly budget-conscious.
Read moreWarnings of China travel dangers fail to put off foreign tourists
Tips from friends carry more weight than government warnings of spiked drinks, pirates and the risk of ‘arbitrary detention’.
Read moreBeauty stocks post major losses after a week of worrying results
Several beauty stocks tanked this week, as companies such as E.l.f. Beauty and Estee Lauder reported disappointing earnings and cut guidance.
Read moreEven at $8 million per Super Bowl commercial, ad executives say it's still bang for your buck
Some advertisers are shelling out up to $8 million for a 30-second spot on this year's Super Bowl. Industry experts say the high price tag is still worth it.
Read moreTech curbs, Boeing woes stand in way of revival for 2020 China-US trade balance deal
Trump’s nominee for US Trade Representative wants to revive deal, but China analysts say there are considerable hurdles to overcome.
Read more‘Made in China 2025’ puts US at risk of ‘losing next industrial revolution’, panel told
A hearing by the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission features warnings and advice for Washington as competition with China heats up.
Read moreChina+10: how multinationals are revamping their supply chains for Trump 2.0
Businesses are rerouting goods via a host of new markets to avoid the US’ widening tariff regime – from Poland to South Africa.
Read moreKFC China operator Yum to continue opening spree, value-menu push
The company plans to add up to 1,800 new stores in 2025, maintaining a pace set last year to tap potential in lower-tier cities.
Read moreWhat’s next for CK and Tommy Hilfiger after parent’s inclusion on Chinese blacklist?
Ministry of Commerce has put parent company PVH on its Unreliable Entity List for violation of market principles.
Read moreHow to shift from lorry driver to space engineer
Students explain their hopes for the UK's first Space Systems Degree Apprenticeship.
Read moreShanghai aims to reclaim China’s carmaking crown with 100,000-unit Toyota plant
The Japanese carmaker plans to tap the local supply chain, logistics network and talent pool to produce Lexus-branded EVs from 2027.
Read moreChinese firms, trapped in Trump policy maelstrom, struggle to stay on course
Rapid announcements – and withdrawals – of new measures by the new US administration have kept Chinese exporters’ heads spinning.
Read moreAs trade war threats rain down, Premier Li says China must ‘turn pressure into motivation’
First government work day in the Year of the Snake features strong State Council message aimed at shoring up confidence in the face of venomous challenges.
Read moreChina’s Lunar New Year spending spree offers hope for consumption boost
Statistics indicate domestic consumption broke several records during this year’s holiday, with lower-end spending seeing the biggest gains.
Read moreThailand adds last piece in China rail link as bilateral ties get back on track
Thai cabinet has given green light to US$10.2 billion project, with construction set to be completed by 2030.
Read moreWorld leaders set to vie for AI domination at Paris summit
Global politicians and AI bosses will next week attend a summit to debate the disruptive technology.
Read moreHow China’s government is supercharging the rise of humanoid robots
DeepSeek, a half-marathon of running robots, and ‘sexbot’ advancements are just the tip of the iceberg as China goes all-in on innovation that will reshape local economies.
Read moreHow battery storage development can wean China off fossil fuels
As China’s green transition faces external and domestic hurdles, a focus on energy storage capacity will help Beijing meet climate targets.
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