Sections

ideals
Business Essentials for Professionals
Markets
Companies
M&A
Innovation
People
Management
Lifestyle
World
Misc

Lifestyle

Most Popular

China's Steel Production Cuts Signal Strategic Shift in Industry Dynamics

Deflation and Price Wars Wreak Havoc on China's Restaurant Scene

UK Detects First Case of Bird Flu in a Sheep, Stoking Fears of Spread

India Moves to Slash Tariffs on U.S. Imports Amid Trade Tensions: Reports

European Investors Demand Tangible Returns from AI Investments

Investors Flock to Weight-Loss Drugs as Gene Therapy Falters

Auto Industry Faces Disruptions as Trump’s 25% Tariffs Shake Market

Trump’s Tariff Reduction Proposal for China for TikTok Deal

Global Oil Outlook: Abundant Supply and Soft Prices Amid Demand Uncertainty

India’s Reliance Industries Halts Venezuelan Oil Imports Amid U.S. Tariff Hurdles

Tariffs to Drive Up Car Prices and Shrink Options for U.S. Buyers

China’s Huawei’s Resurgence: Overcoming Adversity to Hit Revenue Peaks

Latest News

China’s Huawei’s Resurgence: Overcoming Adversity to Hit Revenue Peaks

Tariffs to Drive Up Car Prices and Shrink Options for U.S. Buyers

Reader's Pick

China Cracks Down On Stock Market Fake News And AI Misinformation 16/03/2025

New Leadership At Intel Sparks 10% Surge Amid Turnaround Hopes 13/03/2025

Starlink And India’s Reliance Jio Forge Satellite Internet Pact Amid Regulatory Uncertainty 12/03/2025

DeepSeek Sparks A New Wave In Chinese AI Investment 12/03/2025

Air India Eyes Dozens of New Widebody Jets to Accelerate Its Turnaround 20/03/2025

Latest Business News
China’s Huawei’s Resurgence: Overcoming Adversity to Hit Revenue Peaks

China’s Huawei’s Resurgence: Overcoming Adversity to Hit Revenue Peaks

Companies

Huawei, after years of struggling under harsh international pressures, appears to be reclaiming its former glory. The company’s recent performance shows that it is inching back to revenue levels reminiscent of its pre-sanctions era. Several key developments underpin this turnaround, each offering insight into how adversity can fuel innovation and strategic reinvention.   Huawei’s revenue...
Tariffs to Drive Up Car Prices and Shrink Options for U.S. Buyers

Tariffs to Drive Up Car Prices and Shrink Options for U.S. Buyers

Markets

Automakers are compelled to increase vehicle prices as tariffs raise production costs significantly. To offset these expenses, manufacturers are forced to reduce or simplify various vehicle features. The result is that consumers now face cars that offer less customization and fewer luxury options compared to earlier models.    This reduction in features is not merely a cost-saving...
Trump’s Tariff Reduction Proposal for China for TikTok Deal

Trump’s Tariff Reduction Proposal for China for TikTok Deal

Companies

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again leveraged tariffs as a strategic tool in trade and technology negotiations, this time in an effort to finalize the sale of TikTok’s U.S. operations. His willingness to reduce tariffs on China in exchange for a deal underscores the broader role of tariffs beyond economic protectionism, extending into diplomatic and security arenas. This move...
Auto Industry Faces Disruptions as Trump’s 25% Tariffs Shake Market

Auto Industry Faces Disruptions as Trump’s 25% Tariffs Shake Market

Markets

The U.S. auto industry has been thrown into turmoil following former President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 25% tariff on all imported vehicles and auto parts. The move, aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing, has sparked concerns across the global automotive sector, leading to stock market volatility, rising consumer costs, and disruptions in North American supply chains. With...
India’s Reliance Industries Halts Venezuelan Oil Imports Amid U.S. Tariff Hurdles

India’s Reliance Industries Halts Venezuelan Oil Imports Amid U.S. Tariff Hurdles

Companies

The United States has recently imposed a 25% tariff on nations purchasing Venezuelan crude. This significant tariff is designed to curb Venezuela’s ability to sell oil internationally and has directly impacted global buyers. The new tariff measure has forced countries to reassess their oil import strategies, as it raises the cost of Venezuelan crude dramatically. The policy marks a decisive shift...
European Investors Demand Tangible Returns from AI Investments

European Investors Demand Tangible Returns from AI Investments

Markets

European companies have made substantial investments in generative AI technology over recent years. This surge in capital expenditure reflects the high hopes placed on the transformative potential of AI to revolutionize business operations and boost efficiency. Firms have committed significant funds to harness the benefits of cutting‐edge AI solutions, aiming to stay ahead in the competitive...
Global Oil Outlook: Abundant Supply and Soft Prices Amid Demand Uncertainty

Global Oil Outlook: Abundant Supply and Soft Prices Amid Demand Uncertainty

Markets

Top commodity traders remain confident that the oil market is well supplied for the foreseeable future. Executives from leading trading houses have pointed out that current supply levels are robust, with plenty of production capacity available to meet global demand. The consensus is that, for the next couple of years, oil markets will continue to benefit from steady production, even as OPEC+...
India Moves to Slash Tariffs on U.S. Imports Amid Trade Tensions: Reports

India Moves to Slash Tariffs on U.S. Imports Amid Trade Tensions: Reports

Markets

India is weighing a significant tariff cut on more than half of its U.S. imports—a move that could impact goods valued at around $23 billion. This preemptive step is designed to offset the potential damage of U.S. reciprocal tariffs that threaten to disrupt trade flows. By lowering its tariffs, India aims to shield its export sectors and lessen the negative impact on its broader trade...
China's Steel Production Cuts Signal Strategic Shift in Industry Dynamics

China's Steel Production Cuts Signal Strategic Shift in Industry Dynamics

Markets

In a move reflecting Beijing's ongoing efforts to address industrial overcapacity and environmental concerns, several steel producers in northwestern China's Xinjiang region have commenced production cuts. Notably, Xinjiang Ba Yi Iron and Steel Co, a subsidiary of the world's largest steel producer, China Baowu Steel Group, has reduced its daily crude steel output by 10% starting Monday....
Investors Flock to Weight-Loss Drugs as Gene Therapy Falters

Investors Flock to Weight-Loss Drugs as Gene Therapy Falters

Markets

Investor sentiment in the biopharma sector has experienced a marked realignment over the past few years. High-cost, high-risk gene therapies that once captured the imagination of venture capitalists are now being sidelined in favor of sectors that promise more immediate returns. As the market becomes increasingly competitive, many investors are redirecting funds away from innovative but expensive...
Deflation and Price Wars Wreak Havoc on China's Restaurant Scene

Deflation and Price Wars Wreak Havoc on China's Restaurant Scene

Markets

The slowing economy in China has taken a heavy toll on the restaurant industry. As consumer spending tightens, dining out is increasingly viewed as a luxury that many can no longer afford. This downturn has contributed to a deflationary spiral that is shrinking revenues across the board, with many eateries reporting significant drops in customer numbers and spending.    Local business...
Global Debt Surpasses $100 Trillion as Borrowing Costs Surge

Global Debt Surpasses $100 Trillion as Borrowing Costs Surge

Markets

Government and corporate bonds worldwide have now surged past the $100 trillion mark, setting a historic record that underscores the unparalleled fiscal pressures faced by economies around the globe. This milestone reflects decades of cumulative borrowing by nations and companies alike, as they have relied on debt financing to support everything from infrastructure projects to corporate growth....

World

UK Detects First Case of Bird Flu in a Sheep, Stoking Fears of Spread

UK Detects First Case of Bird Flu in a Sheep, Stoking Fears of Spread
In an unprecedented development, UK authorities have confirmed the first-ever case of bird flu (H5N1) in a sheep. The case was detected in northern England, where routine monitoring of farmed...

2024: A Year Marked By Escalating Climate Extremes

2024: A Year Marked By Escalating Climate Extremes
In 2024, the global community faced unprecedented climate challenges, with human-induced climate change significantly intensifying extreme weather events. A comprehensive analysis by World Weather...

First Severe Human Bird Flu Case In U.S. Highlights Growing Health Concerns; Emergency Declared

First Severe Human Bird Flu Case In U.S. Highlights Growing Health Concerns; Emergency Declared
The United States has reported its first severe human case of bird flu in 2024, involving a Louisiana resident who is hospitalized in critical condition. This marks a significant shift in the ongoing...

Methane Emissions From Tropical Wetlands: A Growing Threat To Global Climate Goals

Methane Emissions From Tropical Wetlands: A Growing Threat To Global Climate Goals
Tropical wetlands, long known for their ability to absorb vast amounts of carbon, are now emerging as a major contributor to methane emissions, significantly complicating global efforts to tackle...

Conflict-Affected Nations Demand Urgent Climate Funding At COP29

Conflict-Affected Nations Demand Urgent Climate Funding At COP29
As COP29 unfolds in Azerbaijan, conflict-affected nations are making a unified call to double climate funding to over $20 billion annually by 2026. This demand comes against the backdrop of...

People

Trump Declines Further Debates As Harris Emerges As Debate Winner In Polls

Trump Declines Further Debates As Harris Emerges As Debate Winner In Polls
Republican nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he would not participate in a third presidential debate against his Democratic rival, Vice President Kamala...

Kamala Harris Targets GOP Economic Criticism With New Policy Proposals

Kamala Harris Targets GOP Economic Criticism With New Policy Proposals
Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday presented a comprehensive economic policy agenda aimed at countering criticisms from Republicans and addressing key middle-class concerns. Speaking in Raleigh,...

Musk Gives To An Organisation That Supports Trump's Election: Bloomberg

Musk Gives To An Organisation That Supports Trump's Election: Bloomberg
According to a Bloomberg story quoting sources, billionaire Elon Musk, who has been criticising US President Joe Biden more and more, has contributed to a political organisation that aims to elect...

New Study Finds People Who Were Class Bullies Could Make Higher Incomes In Their Middle Age

New Study Finds People Who Were Class Bullies Could Make Higher Incomes In Their Middle Age
A recent study challenges the widely held belief that school bullies would eventually get their comeuppance by indicating that they are likely to end up with greater earnings. The Institute for...

In A New York Corporate Fraud Lawsuit, Trump Slapped Fines And Interest Of $454 Million

In A New York Corporate Fraud Lawsuit, Trump Slapped Fines And Interest Of $454 Million
A New York judge ruled in the former president's civil business fraud trial on Friday, ordering him to pay a total of approximately $454 million in penalties.   According to an attorney...