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27/06/2025 Xiaomi shares soar to record highs as its new EV that undercuts Tesla draws strong response
Chinese smartphone company Xiaomi priced its luxury YU7 SUV within expectations — but undercut Tesla’s Model Y.
27/06/2025 Nike says tariffs will cost it $1 billion before price increases, supply chain shifts
Nike said its fiscal fourth quarter will see the worst of its turnaround efforts, but investors are wondering if sales and profits still have more room to fall.
26/06/2025 China urges Beijing-backed development bank to focus more on Belt and Road Initiative
Chinese Premier Li Qiang called on the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank to increase its support for Beijing’s Belt and Road Initiative.
25/06/2025 ESPN renews media deal with professional lacrosse, takes an equity stake in the league
ESPN is renewing its media deal with the Premier Lacrosse League and taking an equity stake in the organization.
25/06/2025 China's Li urges not to turn trade into a political or security issue
Chinese Premier Li Qiang was speaking at the opening plenary of the World Economic Forum’s annual conference in China, often dubbed "Summer Davos."
25/06/2025 China doubles down on promoting yuan as confidence in U.S. dollar takes a beating
From expanding investment channels to building digital infrastructure, Beijing has been laying the groundwork to promote international use of its currency.
24/06/2025 Getting Trump's full tax break on car loans may mean buying a $130,000 vehicle
Middle-income households that buy luxury cars would be able to claim the full financial benefit of a $10,000 tax deduction on car loan interest.
24/06/2025 Goldman Sachs and Citadel back crypto firm Digital Asset in $135 million funding round
The company said it will use the funding to advance adoption of the Canton Network, a blockchain for financial institutions.
24/06/2025 The Iran-Israel conflict isn't denting Chinese business optimism in the Middle East
"Overall, Chinese merchants are relatively optimistic," says Bear Huo, China general manager at FundPark, a fintech startup.
23/06/2025 Major U.S. health insurers say they will streamline controversial process for approving care
Insurers such as CVS and UnitedHealthcare will implement the changes across commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans, benefiting 257 million Americans.
23/06/2025 The Iran-Israel conflict isn't denting Chinese business optimism in the Middle East
"Overall, Chinese merchants are relatively optimistic," says Bear Huo, China general manager at FundPark, a fintech startup.
21/06/2025 Why electricity prices are surging for U.S. households
Electricity prices are outstripping the pace of inflation by a wide margin — a trend likely to continue in coming years, experts said.
20/06/2025 AI avatars in China just proved they are ace influencers. It only took a duo 7 hours to rake in more than $7 million
Digital versions of human beings are now able to sell more than real people can, thanks to artificial intelligence, a recent business collaboration showed.
20/06/2025 Labubu-maker's shares slump as Chinese state media calls for stricter regulation, Morgan Stanley trims interest
Pop Mart, the Chinese toy company behind the recent Labubu craze, saw its shares fall this week after Morgan Stanley removed the stock from a focus list.
19/06/2025 AI humans in China just proved they are better influencers. It only took a duo 7 hours to rake in more than $7 million
Digital versions of human beings are now able to sell more than real people can, thanks to artificial intelligence, a recent business collaboration showed.
18/06/2025 Stellantis' Ram brand to offer industry-leading pickup truck warranty as part of turnaround plan
The warranty covers the engine, transmission, transfer case, driveshafts, differentials, and axles for 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.
18/06/2025 Nasdaq-traded Chinese herb stock with no revenues rallies 59,000% to top Lululemon in market value
The developer of traditional Chinese herbal treatments for childhood ADHD and autism is up roughly 59,000% year to date.
16/06/2025 China's May retail sales grow at fastest pace since December 2023 as subsidies help boost consumption
Growth in industrial output slowed to 5.8% year on year in May from 6.1% in the prior month.
16/06/2025 Why aren’t Chinese consumers spending enough?
China’s consumer spending shows little sign of picking up soon, given uncertainty about future wealth, changing preferences and lack of a social safety net.
15/06/2025 Boeing Dreamliner crash, military escalations darken mood at Paris Air Show
The trade event is a big draw for the industry every year, as Boeing, Airbus and other aerospace giants host parties, sign deals and show off new aircraft.
14/06/2025 Airlines divert, suspend flights after Israel's strike on Iran closes airspace in Middle East
Several flights diverted after Israel’s Iran strikes early Friday while Delta and United canceled their service to Tel Aviv.
12/06/2025 Trade tensions aren't stopping Chinese companies from pushing into the U.S.
Chinese companies are so intent on global expansion that even a new IPO on the mainland counts the U.S. as one of its biggest markets, on par with China.
11/06/2025 China, U.S. officials reach agreement for allowing rare-earth, tech trade. Now it's up to Trump and Xi
The U.S. and China have reached consensus on trade, representatives from both sides said after high-level talks in London.
10/06/2025 As GOP weighs Obamacare cuts, the party's constituents are more likely to use marketplace coverage, poll finds
Republicans are considering a massive domestic policy bill that would slash funding for Affordable Care Act exchanges. But many GOP voters rely on them.
10/06/2025 Bulgaria is set to join the euro zone. But its citizens aren't convinced
The European Commission and European Central Bank have signed off on Bulgaria joining the euro zone.
09/06/2025 UK finance watchdog teams up with Nvidia to let banks experiment with AI
The initiative is designed for financial services firms in the "discovery and experiment phase" with AI, the Financial Conduct Authority said.
09/06/2025 The world could be facing another ‘China shock,’ but it comes with a silver lining
A new round of "China shock" appears to be under way as Beijing doubles down on manufacturing and exports to offset the drag in domestic consumption.
06/06/2025 The world could be facing another ‘China shock,’ but it comes with a silver-lining
A new round of "China shock" appears to be under way as Beijing doubles down on manufacturing and exports to offset the drag in domestic consumption.
06/06/2025 Long-awaited Trump-Xi call isn't enough to resolve looming critical mineral shortage this summer
A high-stakes U.S.-China call has yet to resolve a metals shortage that businesses say could halt production of cars and other industrial parts this summer.
04/06/2025 Trump says ‘extremely hard’ to make a deal with China’s Xi as trade stalemate fuels calls for leaders to talk
The two countries have blamed each other for violating a trade agreement reached in Switzerland on May 12.
03/06/2025 U.S. growth forecast cut sharply by OECD as Trump tariffs sour global outlook
The U.S. economy is now expected to expand by just 1.6% in 2025, while the global economy is set to grow by 2.9%.
03/06/2025 Euro zone inflation falls to cooler-than-expected 1.9% in May, below ECB target
Economists polled by Reuters had been expecting the May reading to come in at 2%, which is the European Central Bank’s target.
30/05/2025 Trump tariffs would still 'pinch' consumers even if trade court block holds, economist says
Tariffs on automobiles, steel and aluminum would cost households nearly $1,000 this year, on average, even if country-specific duties are blocked in court.
30/05/2025 U.S.-China talks 'a bit stalled' and need Trump and Xi to weigh in, Treasury Secretary Bessent says
U.S.-China trade talks are "a bit stalled," requiring the two countries’ leaders to speak directly, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Fox News.
29/05/2025 China’s EV price war is heating up. What’s behind the big discounts?
China’s electric car market is getting even more competitive, with significant consequences for the domestic economy and even the global auto market.
28/05/2025 European businesses have never been this gloomy about China
An annual survey of European companies in China found record lows across several metrics due to slower growth and geopolitical worries.
28/05/2025 The West is recycling rare earths to escape China’s grip — but it’s not enough
China is tightening its grip on the global supply of key minerals that are needed in every car, particularly electric vehicle motors.
26/05/2025 Xiaomi takes aim at Tesla's bestselling car in China with its longer-range YU7
Xiaomi late on Thursday revealed its YU7 SUV and claimed it would have a driving range of at least 760 kilometers (472 miles) on a single charge.
23/05/2025 Tariffs or not, a Chinese baby products company is ramping up its U.S. expansion
One Chinese baby products company announced it is officially entering the United States, the world’s largest consumer market — regardless of the trade war.
21/05/2025 Target will report earnings before the bell. Here's what to expect
Target is trying to get back to growth as tariffs, economic uncertainty and company missteps dampen demand.
21/05/2025 Toyota redesigns America's top-selling RAV4 SUV to exclusively be a hybrid
Toyota Motor will offer the 2026 RAV4 only as a hybrid or plug-in hybrid, eliminating a traditional gas engine in the vehicle.
20/05/2025 Home Depot will report earnings before the bell. Here's what to expect
Home Depot is in its peak spring sales season, but must contend with high interest rates, a sluggish housing market and tariff-related cost pressures.
20/05/2025 Tariffs or not, a Chinese baby products company is ramping up its U.S. expansion
One Chinese baby products company announced it is officially entering the United States, the world’s largest consumer market — regardless of the trade war.
19/05/2025 China's retail sales disappoint as stimulus fails to spur demand; industrial output defies tariffs
Industrial output grew 6.1% in April, stronger than analysts’ expectations for a 5.5% rise, indicating the impact from U.S. tariffs was not particularly pronounced.
16/05/2025 How NFL quarterback Lamar Jackson is leveraging his horse racing team to build up Baltimore
Jackson said he has no immediate plans to take ownership in other sports teams. Instead, he hopes to bring new opportunities to the young people of Baltimore.
16/05/2025 Big Chinese companies like Alibaba show that AI-powered ads are giving shopping a boost
Alibaba, Tencent and JD.com reported earnings that showed better Chinese consumer spending — and the growing benefits of artificial intelligence in advertising.
15/05/2025 Walmart will report earnings before the bell. Here's what to expect
Investors and economists are trying to gauge the strength of the U.S. consumer and the impact of higher tariffs on the retail industry.
13/05/2025 Germany's business leaders have a message for the country's new government: It's time to deliver
At the Tegernsee summit, business leaders urged Germany’s new government to turn campaign promises into reality.
13/05/2025 Fintechs that raked in profits from high interest rates now face resilience test
Fintechs like Revolut and Monzo got a revenue boost from higher interest rates. Now, they face a key test as rates decline.
13/05/2025 U.S.-China tariff reprieve is enough to get products on the shelves in time for Christmas
Nearly a fifth of U.S. retail sales last year came from Christmas shopping, according to CNBC calculations based on data from the National Retail Federation.
09/05/2025 Germany’s new economy boss has a plan — and it starts with risk, speed and big bets
The German economy has long been sluggish, and little reprieve is in sight.
09/05/2025 Why the Bank of England governor thinks uncertainty is here to stay despite a trade deal
"A U.K.-U.S. trade agreement is very welcome... But the U.K. is a very open economy," Andrew Bailey told CNBC.
07/05/2025 Here's what to expect when Disney reports earnings before the bell
Disney will report its fiscal second-quarter earnings before the bell on Wednesday.
06/05/2025 Newark air traffic controllers couldn't see or talk to planes, leading to last week's airport meltdown
The FAA said air traffic controllers took time off to recover from the stress of the event.
05/05/2025 China risks a spiral into deeper deflation as it diverts U.S.-bound exports to domestic market
Prices will need to drop for buyers for them to absorb goods meant for exports, experts warn — risking deeper deflation in China.
03/05/2025 United cuts Newark schedule after hundreds of flight disruptions, blaming FAA staffing, technology problems
United Airlines said FAA staffing and technology problems have contributed to hundreds of flight delays this week.
02/05/2025 Euro zone inflation unchanged at 2.2% in April, leaving path open for further ECB interest rate cuts
Economists polled by Reuters had been expecting the reading to come in at 2.1% in April.
02/05/2025 U.S. tariff uncertainty puts China-made Christmas presents in question
As Chinese factories and their U.S. buyers try to navigate tariff uncertainty, there’s a concern about whether products will arrive in time for Christmas.
01/05/2025 McDonald's is about report earnings. Here's what to expect
Shares of McDonald’s have climbed 15% this year, raising its market value to nearly $26 billion.
30/04/2025 Euro zone economy expands by better-than-expected 0.4% in the first quarter
The figure was ahead of the 0.2% forecast in a Reuters poll of economists, and comes amid severe tariff headwinds.
30/04/2025 Germany's economy expands by 0.2% in the first quarter, in line with expectations
A Reuters poll had projected 0.2% growth from the previous quarter.
30/04/2025 UBS posts profit beat but 'material risk' from Trump tariffs darkens outlook
UBS on Wednesday beat bottom line expectations as the lender seeks to rein in steep share declines that have cost it the crown of continental Europe’s largest bank amid sweeping U.S. tariffs.
30/04/2025 British bank Barclays beats on profit, braces for potential tariffs-led economic slowdown
British bank Barclays on Wednesday reported slight beats on revenue and profit, boosted by stronger investment bank performance.
30/04/2025 Eric Trump: 'If banks don’t watch what’s coming, they’ll be extinct in ten years'
"The modern financial system is broken, it’s slow, it’s expensive," the executive vice president of the Trump Organization told CNBC.
30/04/2025 Britain at risk of losing ground to rival fintech and crypto hubs, execs warn
"I think the U.K. will get it right — but there is a risk if you get it wrong that you drive innovation to other markets," Coinbase’s U.K. head told CNBC.
30/04/2025 Trump signs order easing some auto tariffs
The measures Tuesday aim to reduce the overall tariff level on vehicle imports that had resulted from separate levies "stacking" on top of one another.
29/04/2025 Deutsche Bank posts 39% jump in profit, lifts credit provisions amid U.S. tariffs uncertainty
German banks stand to benefit as the country’s political environment settles under the potential stewardship of a centrist coalition.
29/04/2025 General Motors is set to report earnings before the bell. Here's what Wall Street expects
Wall Street analysts expect adjusted earnings per share of $2.74 and revenue of $43.05 billion.
28/04/2025 German fiscal boost won't outweigh tariff drag for euro zone, IMF's Europe head says
Following downgrades to its growth outlooks for the U.S., U.K. and many Asian countries, the International Monetary Fund last week cut its euro zone forecast.
28/04/2025 Chinese factories are stopping production and looking for new markets as U.S. tariffs bite
Chinese manufacturers are pausing production and turning to new markets as the impact of U.S. tariffs sets in, according to companies and analysts.
25/04/2025 China pledges to ramp up targeted support for businesses as U.S. trade war hits
China plans to help struggling businesses with targeted measures in the face of "increased external shocks," according to a readout of a high-level meeting.
25/04/2025 Trump asserts trade talks with China are underway after Beijing denies any ongoing negotiations
The statement followed China’s denial of any talks with the U.S. and calls for abolishing ’unilateral’ tariff measures for resolving trade issues.
24/04/2025 China says no ongoing trade talks with the U.S., calls for canceling 'unilateral' tariffs
U.S. President Donald Trump and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent this week indicated that there might be an easing in tensions with China.
24/04/2025 British fintech Revolut tops $1 billion in profit as revenue jumps 72%
Digital banking unicorn Revolut said Thursday that net profit for the year ending Dec. 31, 2024, totaled £1.1 billion ($1.5 billion), up 149% year over year.
23/04/2025 Auto groups lobby Trump administration against parts tariffs in rare unified message
The group – representing franchised dealers, suppliers and nearly all major automakers – say the upcoming levies could jeopardize U.S. automotive production.
21/04/2025 China vows retaliation against countries that follow U.S. calls to isolate Beijing
In a shift toward a harder stance this month, China retaliated against U.S. tariffs with levies of 125% on imports of American goods.
18/04/2025 Where 'Made in China 2025' missed the mark
Beijing’s Made in China’ 2025 had ambitious goals. 10 years on, it’s failed to meet several targets
17/04/2025 China targets U.S. services and other areas as it decries 'meaningless' tariff hikes on goods
Beijing has wielded a wide range of punitive measures in recent days to strike back at Washington, including steps targeting American services sector.
15/04/2025 Online trading platform Webull soars 375% in second day on market after SPAC merger
Webull, which competes with Robinhood, has racked up 23 million users, including some who signed up after receiving stimulus checks.
14/04/2025 Goldman Sachs is about to report first-quarter earnings
Goldman Sachs may prove to be a beneficiary of the recent market environment.
14/04/2025 Goldman Sachs is about to report first-quarter earnings
Goldman Sachs may prove to be a beneficiary of the recent market environment.
11/04/2025 UK economy expands by 0.5% in February, more than expected
U.K. GDP rose by 0.5% on a monthly basis, far more than the 0.1% forecast by analysts.
11/04/2025 How China's exporters are scrambling to mitigate the impact of punishing U.S. tariffs
For China’s exporters, trying to mitigate new U.S. tariffs means raising prices for Americans while diversifying where possible, at home and abroad.
11/04/2025 JPMorgan Chase is set to report first-quarter earnings – here's what the Street expects
JPMorgan Chase will be the first major U.S. bank to report earnings for the most recent quarter in a time of rising economic uncertainty.
11/04/2025 JPMorgan Chase is set to report first-quarter earnings – here's what the Street expects
JPMorgan Chase will be the first major U.S. bank to report earnings for the most recent quarter in a time of rising economic uncertainty.
10/04/2025 Tanking oil prices could more than double Saudi Arabia's deficit to $75 billion and threaten spending plans: Goldman Sachs economist
Saudi Arabia needs oil at more than $90 a barrel to balance its budget. Goldman Sachs this week lowered its Brent crude price forecast for 2025 to $62 a barrel.
09/04/2025 China says it will continue to take 'resolute and forceful' countermeasures as U.S. tariffs kick in
China’s foreign ministry reiterated Wednesday that it will take "resolute and forceful" measures to protect its own interests.
09/04/2025 The oil-rich Gulf states are better-positioned to weather the tariff storm — but crashing crude prices could spell trouble
The countries of the GCC — Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar — hold approximately 32.6% of the world’s proven crude oil reserves.
09/04/2025 Wall Street starts to cut China growth forecasts as trade tensions with U.S. escalate
Citi on Tuesday became one of the first investment firms to lower its China growth forecast on escalating trade tensions with the U.S.
08/04/2025 Walmart is facing tariffs and recession fears. It may have a secret weapon to keep growing
Walmart said its Walmart+ members account for about half its e-commerce sales, a key source of revenue as tariffs raise worries about the economy.
08/04/2025 Market turbulence will not impact Mediobanca deal, Monte dei Paschi CEO says
Monte dei Paschi di Siena downplayed the potential impact of ongoing market turbulence on its 13-billion-euro offer for Mediobanca, telling CNBC it expects to complete the deal this summer.
07/04/2025 Bitcoin drops below $80,000 as cryptocurrencies join global market rout
Last week, bitcoin bucked the broader market meltdown, holding above $80,000 and rising to end the week.
07/04/2025 Beijing's strong counter tariffs raise the specter of an intense trade war with Washington
In a shift in tone, China dropped its call for negotiations on trade in a weekend statement that condemned U.S. tariffs.
07/04/2025 French fintech Pennylane doubles valuation to $2.2 billion as Alphabet's venture capital arm takes stake
Accounting software startup Pennylane has raised 75 million euros ($83 million) in a new funding round led by Sequoia Capital.
07/04/2025 Trump is losing the confidence of business leaders, billionaire investor Bill Ackman says
Bill Ackman said that America is heading towards a self-inflicted "economic nuclear winter" as a result of President Donald Trump’s tariff policy rollout.
04/04/2025 El-Erian says U.S. recession risks are now 'uncomfortably high'
"If the U.S. slows down, the rest of the world will slow down more," the veteran economist warned.
04/04/2025 China's cities may see 'flying taxis' as soon as three years, aviation company Ehang predicts
Flying taxis will become a viable transportation method in China, according to a senior executive at Ehang, in another show of Chinese tech innovation.
04/04/2025 China’s response to new U.S. tariffs will likely focus more on stimulus, building trade ties
China’s reaction to new U.S. tariffs will likely focus on domestic stimulus and strengthening ties with trading partners, analysts said.
03/04/2025 European Union vows countermeasures to Trump tariffs if talks fail, von der Leyen says
The EC president said that Trump’s move was a "major blow" to the world economy.
03/04/2025 Trump will 'buckle under pressure' if Europe bands together over tariffs, German economy minister says
U.S. President Donald Trump could change his trade policies if he comes under pressure from trading partners, German economy minister Robert Habeck suggested.