China demands tariff removal amid US soybean purchase halt
China has urged the United States to eliminate what it calls “unreasonable tariffs” and foster conditions conducive to expanding bilateral…
Sarkozy convicted in Libya funding trial, faces prison term
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been convicted of criminal conspiracy in a high-profile trial centred on allegations that his…
Accenture beats expectations but warns of federal spending headwinds
Accenture Plc posted stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results, showing resilience despite investor concerns over federal spending cuts and a broader slowdown in…
US Q2 GDP growth revised up to 3.8%, exceeding expectations
The US economy’s rebound in the second quarter was stronger than previously reported, and signs suggest momentum carried into the…
US jobless claims fall to 218,000, lowest since July, signalling resilient labor market
Initial applications for unemployment benefits in the United States fell to the lowest level in more than two months, underscoring…
Chile eyes “responsible” 2026 budget as Codelco seeks copper recovery
Chile’s government will propose a “responsible” budget for 2026, with limited growth in spending relative to previous years, Finance Minister…
Brazil’s central bank sees inflation near target in 2028 but still missing goal
In its latest quarterly monetary policy report, published on Thursday, Brazil’s central bank forecast inflation to be near its official…
Commodities wrap: Oil drops on oversupply, copper wary on Grasberg closure
Most commodities were in bear territory on Thursday with gold slipping from its record highs touched earlier this week. Oil…
Google faces prospect of second EU fine under landmark tech rules: report
Alphabet Inc.’s Google is bracing for a second financial penalty under the European Union’s sweeping Digital Markets Act (DMA), Reuters…
European gas prices stabilise as Norwegian exports resume
The European gas market has seen a slight dip in benchmark prices, with the TTF benchmark falling to EUR 32…