Rules-based global trading system at risk of derailment
The head of the United Nations said on Wednesday that the global trade system was facing major challenges due to tariffs, with developing countries worst…
Trump administration plans to distribute farmer aid amid shutdown
The administration of President Donald Trump is planning to distribute billions in aid for farmers and reopen some activities of the U.S. Department of Agriculture…
Trump plan to import Argentine beef angers US farmers
U.S. farmers on Monday criticized President Donald Trump's suggestion that the country may import more beef from Argentina, after they recently lost out to the…
General Motors lifts forecast as tariff outlook improves
General Motors lifted its financial outlook for the year and slightly lowered its expected hit from tariffs, as the automaker awaits expected relief on tariffs…
Goldman Sachs flags risk of disruption in supply of rare earths, key minerals
Goldman Sachs flagged mounting risks to global supply chains of rare earths and other critical minerals, emphasizing China's dominance in mining and refining, and outlining
Genuine Parts cuts profit forecast on restructuring costs, tepid auto part demand
Genuine Parts Co on Tuesday cut its full-year profit forecast on higher restructuring costs and weak demand for auto parts. The company also missed its…
Stocks rise and gold dips as investors regain confidence
Stocks edged up on Tuesday, taking comfort from a possible easing in trade tensions between the U.S. and China and an ebbing of nerves over…
Earnings wave checks trade and shutdown hopes
While U.S. and world markets got a bounce to start the week, spurred by optimism on trade, hopes for an end to the Washington shutdown…
UNCTAD16 opens in Geneva amid deep trade uncertainty
The 16th United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD16) opened in Geneva under the theme “Shaping the future: Driving economic transformation for equitable, inclusive…
Trump says US will increase tariffs on Colombia as drug trade feud escalates
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday night he would raise tariffs on Colombia and stop all payments to the South...
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