Boeing job cuts start to hit nearly 13,000 workers

A drop in travel due to the pandemic worsened the situation for the company, which was already in crisis.

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

Boeing is slashing around 10 per cent of its workforce, and the aircraft maker says more cuts are coming.

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

Boeing is slashing around 10 per cent of its workforce, and the aircraft maker says more cuts are coming.

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

Boeing is slashing around 10 per cent of its workforce, and the aircraft maker says more cuts are coming.

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

Boeing is cutting more than 12,000 jobs through layoffs and buyouts as the coronavirus pandemic seizes the travel industry. And the aircraft maker says more cuts are coming.

Boeing cutting more than 12,000 US jobs with thousands more planned

Boeing Co said Wednesday it was eliminating more than 12,000 U.S. jobs, including laying off 6,770 U.S. workers as the largest American ...

Boeing cutting more than 12,000 U.S. jobs with thousands more planned

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Boeing Co said Wednesday it was eliminating more than 12,000 U.S.

Boeing cutting more than 12,000 US jobs, thousands more planned

Boeing Co said on Wednesday it was eliminating more than 12,000 U.S. jobs, including 6,770 involuntary layoffs, as the largest American ...

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

Boeing is cutting more than 12,000 jobs through layoffs and buyouts as the coronavirus pandemic seizes the travel industry. And the aircraft maker says more cuts are coming.

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as coronavirus impacts travel industry

A Boeing spokesperson said Wednesday's actions represent the largest number of job cuts, but several thousand additional jobs will be eliminated in the next few months

Boeing to eliminate more than 12,000 U.S. jobs

Boeing announced on Wednesday it is immediately cutting more than 12,000 U.S. jobs, and several thousand more will be eliminated over the next few months. This week, the company will lay off 6,770 employees. Boeing said an additional 5,520 workers accepted buyout offers, and will leave within the next few weeks. Globally, the company has about 160,000 employees, and most of the layoffs are expected to be in the Seattle area, where workers focus on commercial airplanes, The Associated Press reports. Air travel is down tremendously because of the coronavirus, and Boeing CEO David Calhoun wrote in a memo to employees on Wednesday that because of this, there will be "a deep cut in the number of commercial jets and services our customers will need in the next few years, which in turn means fewer jobs on our lines and in our offices." Catherine Garcia

Boeing cutting more than 12,000 US jobs, thousands more planned

WASHINGTON, May 28 — Boeing Co said yesterday it was eliminating more than 12,000 US jobs, including 6,770 involuntary layoffs, as the largest American planemaker restructures in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. Boeing also disclosed it plans “several thousand remaining layoffs” in...

Boeing Cuts Jobs for 12,000 Workers in the US

Boeing has been reeling from a drop in demand for aircraft, as travel plunges amid the pandemic and worsens the pressure on the company, which was already in crisis...

Boeing to lay off more than 13,000 workers including 6,700 involuntary job cuts as the aerospace giant reels from coronavirus crisis

Boeing announced Wednesday it will lay off around 13,000 workers including 6,770 involuntary cuts while 5,520 staffers were accepted for voluntary severance packages.

Boeing cutting more than 12,000 US jobs, thousands more planned

Boeing Co said on Wednesday it was eliminating more than 12,000 U.S. jobs, including 6,770 involuntary layoffs, as the largest American ...

Boeing Slashes Over 12,000 US Jobs Amid COVID-19, Thousands More Planned

Boeing Co said Wednesday it was eliminating more than 12,000 US jobs, including involuntary layoffs of 6,770 US workers as the largest American planemaker restructures in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

The Transportation Security Administration said it screened 264,843 people at airports on Tuesday, a drop of 89% compared with the same Tuesday a year ago.

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

Boeing is cutting more than 12,000 jobs through layoffs and buyouts as the coronavirus pandemic seizes the travel industry, and more cuts are coming.

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

The layoffs are expected to be concentrated in the Seattle area, home to Boeing's commercial-airplanes business. The defense and space division is stable and will help blunt the impact of the decline in air travel and demand for passenger jets.

Boeing cuts 12,000 jobs, resumes production of grounded jet

Boeing is cutting more than 12,000 U.S. jobs through layoffs and buyouts as the coronavirus pandemic seizes the travel industry. And the aircraft maker says more cuts are coming.

Boeing cuts 12,000 jobs, resumes production of grounded jet

Boeing is cutting more than 12,000 U.S. jobs through layoffs and buyouts as the coronavirus pandemic seizes the travel industry. And the aircraft maker says more cuts are coming.

Boeing cutting more than 12,000 U.S. jobs

Boeing Co said on Wednesday it was eliminating more than 12,000 U.S. jobs, including 6,770 involuntary layoffs, as the largest American planemaker restructures in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. Boeing also disclosed it plans "several thousand remaining layoffs" in coming months but did not say where those would take…

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

Boeing is cutting more than 12,000 jobs through layoffs and buyouts as the coronavirus pandemic seizes the travel industry, and more cuts are coming.

COVID-19: Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

Air travel within the US tumbled 96% by mid-April, to fewer than 100,000 people on a day

Boeing restarted 737 Max production just hours after saying it would lay off thousands of workers

Boeing said it had resumed construction of the 737 Max at its Renton, Washington, plant, just hours after announcing layoffs.

Boeing sends layoff notices to more than 6,000 employees

May 27 (UPI) -- Boeing said Wednesday it is laying off more than 6,000 employees in the first phase of its plans to reduce its workforce by 10 percent as the airline industry reels from the coronavirus pandemic.

Boeing restarted 737 Max production just hours after saying it would lay off thousands of workers, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Boeing said it had resumed construction of the 737 Max at its Renton, Washington, plant, just hours after announcing layoffs.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Boeing will lay off nearly 7,000 workers as the industry is decimated by the COVID-19 pandemic

Boeing said on Wednesday that it will lay off 6,770 US employees, “the first” wave of an expected round of job cuts as the coronavirus pandemic wreaks havoc on the aerospace sector.

Boeing will lay off nearly 7,000 workers as the industry is decimated by the COVID-19 pandemic, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The company described the layoffs as "the first," with more expected later in the year.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

Boeing is cutting more than 12,000 jobs through layoffs and buyouts as the coronavirus pandemic seizes the travel industry. And the aircraft maker says more cuts are coming.

Boeing Cutting More Than 12,000 US Jobs With Thousands More Planned

Boeing said Wednesday it was eliminating more than 12,000 U.S. jobs, including laying off 6,770 U.S. workers as the largest American planemaker restructures in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. From a report: Boeing also disclosed it plans "several thousand remaining layoffs" in the next few mon...

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs

Boeing is cutting more than 12,000 jobs through layoffs and buyouts as the coronavirus pandemic seizes the travel industry, and more cuts are coming.

Boeing cutting more than 12,000 jobs with layoffs, buyouts

The company said it will lay off 6,770 workers this week, and another 5,520 are taking buyouts.

Boeing Resumes 737 MAX Production After Announcing Over 12,000 Job Cuts

The 737 MAX hasn't been allowed to fly since March of 2019, following deadly crashes.

Boeing Slashes Over 12,000 Jobs, With More Cuts Coming

The cuts come as the commercial airline industry has seen a historic fall in demand.

Boeing cutting more than 12,000 U.S. jobs, thousands more planned

Boeing cutting more than 12,000 U.S. jobs, thousands more planned

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as coronavirus seizes travel industry

The layoffs are expected to be concentrated in the Seattle area, home to Boeing's commercial-airplanes business.

Japan approves fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat pandemic pain

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s cabinet approved on Wednesday a new $1.1 trillion stimulus package that includes significant direct spending, to stop the coronavirus pandemic pushing the world’s third-largest economy deeper into recession.

Factbox: Key spending in Japan's second stimulus package of $1.1 trillion

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan’s cabinet approved on Wednesday a fresh stimulus package worth $1.1 trillion, among the world’s largest fiscal plans to cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic.

Japan approves fresh $1.1 trn stimulus to combat Covid-19 economic fallout

The latest package includes 33 trillion yen in direct spending, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said.

Japan's new stimulus package to be worth ¥117.1 tril

Japan will compile a new 117.1 trillion yen ($1.1 trillion) stimulus package that includes significant direct spending, to stop the coronavirus pandemic pushing the world's third-largest economy deeper into recession, a budget draft seen by Reuters showed on Wednesday. The stimulus, which will be funded partly by a second extra…

Japan outlines fresh stimulus package for virus-hit economy

Japan announced fresh stimulus plans worth nearly $300 billion on Wednesday to pep up the economy after the coronavirus pandemic tipped the ...

Japan approves fresh $1.1-trillion stimulus to combat economic impact of coronavirus

The record stimulus of 117 trillion yen, which will be funded partly by a second extra budget, followed another 117 trillion yen package rolled out last month

Japan approves fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat coronavirus pain

The record stimulus of 117 trillion yen, which will be funded partly by a second extra budget, followed another 117 trillion yen package rolled out last month.

Japan outlines fresh stimulus package for virus-hit economy

'With this world's biggest package equivalent to 40% of our GDP, we'll protect the Japanese economy through this once-in-a-century crisis,' says Prime Minister Shinzo Abe

Japan eyes fresh $1.1t stimulus to combat pandemic pain

The stimulus, which will be funded partly by a second extra budget, will be on top of a $1.1 trillion package already rolled out last month.

Japan doubles down on stimulus with extra $1 trillion in aid

Package includes financing for companies, rent subsidies and healthcare assistance

Japan eyes fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat pandemic pain

TOKYO — Japan will compile a new $1.1 trillion stimulus package that includes significant direct spending, to stop the coronavirus pandemic pushing the world’s third-largest economy deeper into recession, a budget draft seen by Reuters showed on Wednesday.

Japan eyes fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat pandemic pain

To fund the costs, Japan will issue an additional 31.9 trillion yen in government bonds under the second supplementary budget for the current fiscal year ending in March 2021, according to the draft.

Japan eyes fresh US$1.1t stimulus to combat pandemic pain

TOKYO, May 27 — Japan will compile a fresh stimulus package worth US$1.1 trillion (RM4.8 trillion) that will include a sizable amount of direct spending to cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic, a draft of the budget obtained by Reuters showed today. The stimulus, which will be...

Japan eyes fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat pandemic pain

Japan will compile a fresh stimulus package worth $1.1 trillion that will include a sizable amount of direct spending to cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic, a draft of the budget obtained by Reuters showed on Wednesday. The stimulus, which will be funded partly by a second extra

Japan's new budget to include US$302b in direct spending, reports Mainichi

TOKYO, May 27 — Japan's government plans to include US$302 billion (RM1.32 trillion) in direct spending under a second extra budget to be compiled today, to cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic, the Mainichi newspaper reported. The 32.5 trillion yen (RM1.32 trillion) in...

Renault-Nissan announce plan to deepen cooperation to ensure group's survival

TOKYO (Reuters) - Renault SA, Nissan Motor Co and Mitsubishi Motors Corp on Wednesday announced details of a new strategy plan pledging to deepen cooperation in developing and producing cars to survive as an automaking group.

Timeline: From boom to bottom: Renault and Nissan bet on deeper cooperation

(Reuters) - Renault SA (RENA.PA), Nissan Motor Co (7201.T) and Mitsubishi Motors have no plans to merge and will instead focus on a new production sharing plan to cut costs and improve efficiency, Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard said on Wednesday.

Renault and Nissan deepen cooperation in bid for survival

TOKYO, May 27 — Renault, Nissan Motor Co and Mitsubishi Motors Corp said today they would each take a lead on car manufacturing in different regions in a wide-ranging revamp of their partnership to slash costs and survive. The three carmakers are reeling from the coronavirus pandemic which...

Renault-Nissan announce plan to deepen cooperation to ensure group's survival

Renault SA , Nissan Motor Co and Mitsubishi Motors Corp on Wednesday announced details of a new strategy plan pledging to deepen cooperation in ...

Renault and Nissan deepen cooperation in bid for survival

Renault and Nissan deepen cooperation in bid for survival

EU Aims to Back Struggling South With Fiscal Shock and Awe

The European Commission unveiled an unprecedented stimulus plan to tackle the worst recession in living memory and underwrite struggling Italy’s membership of the 27-nation bloc.

European Union unveils €750 billion economy rescue plan

Bloc will borrow funds from the market and disburse them in loans and grants.

EU to propose €750bn Covid recovery package for states

Ireland in line for grants of €1.9 billion in package weighted by how badly economies have been hit

EU to propose €750bn Covid-19 recovery package

Ireland in line for grants of €1.9bn in scheme weighted by how badly economies have been hit

Brussels wants €750bn borrowing power to fund virus recovery

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen must win backing from reluctant capitals

The EU plans a record-breaking new stimulus package of $826 billion to soothe Europe’s economic pain from the coronavirus

The European Commission unveiled a planned deployment of 750 billion euros ($826 billion) on Wednesday as part of its new long-term budget and recovery plan to help fight the impact of the coronavirus on the continent’s economy.

EU plans a record-breaking $826 billion stimulus package to soothe Europe's economic pain from the coronavirus

The European Commission on Wednesday proposed a €750 billion (about $826 billion) stimulus package to help the European Union recover from ...

EU proposes $825 billion COVID-19 'Recovery Plan for Europe'

May 27 (UPI) -- The European Union on Wednesday proposed a $825 billion stimulus plan to help stabilize member states amid a recession brought on by the COVID-19 crisis.

EU proposes $825-billion coronavirus recovery fund

The EU remains deeply divided over what conditions should be attached to the funds, and Wednesday’s proposal from the bloc’s executive arm is likely to set off weeks of wrangling

EU to Propose €750bn Covid Recovery Package to Tackle 'Unprecedented Crisis'

The plan comes as the 27-member bloc faces the prospect of a deep EU-wide recession. Nearly all member states have breached EU deficit limits as they have rushed to...

EU Commission proposes €750 billion recovery fund in wake of Covid-19 crisis

The European Commission is proposing a €750 billion recovery fund to reboot economies hit hard by the coronavirus outbreak, EU officials said on Wednesday.

EU to unveil massive stimulus plan for post-coronavirus recovery

To help member states recover from coronavirus slump.

European Commission proposes €750B EU recovery package

‘Today we face our very own defining moment,’ Ursula von der Leyen says.

Coronavirus: What is involved in the EU’s recovery plan?

Q&A: What are the main stumbling blocks, and how will the plan affect Ireland?

EU Commission proposes €750bn recovery fund

The EU Commission will propose on Wednesday a €750bn recovery package, economics commissioner Paolo Gentiloni said in a tweet, calling it a "turning point" in the Covid-19 crisis. It comes on top of the one-trillion euro EU budget and the €540bn already a...

What is in the EU’s €750bn recovery plan and how will it affect Ireland?

Q&A: What are the main stumbling blocks, and how will the plan affect Ireland?

The EU plans a record-breaking new stimulus package of $826 billion to soothe Europe's economic pain from the coronavirus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The European commission aims to fund its recovery plan by raising unprecedented sums on the financial markets.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

EU proposes €750 billion coronavirus recovery fund

The European Commission has proposed a recovery fund of €750 billion, which it says is designed to repair the economic damage caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

Nokia veteran Sari Baldauf takes over as 5G battle rages

HELSINKI (Reuters) - Sari Baldauf took over as chairwoman of telecoms equipment maker Nokia (NOKIA.HE) on Wednesday, succeeding Risto Siilasmaa who chaired the Finnish firm for eight years.

Nokia veteran Sari Baldauf takes over as 5G battle rages

Sari Baldauf took over as chairwoman of telecoms equipment maker Nokia on Wednesday, succeeding Risto Siilasmaa who chaired the Finnish firm for ...

Sari Baldauf takes over as Nokia chair from Siilasmaa

HELSINKI (Reuters) - Sari Baldauf took over as chairwoman of telecoms equipment maker Nokia on Wednesday, succeeding Risto Siilasmaa who chaired the Finnish firm for eight years.

Nokia veteran Sari Baldauf takes over as 5G battle rages

Nokia veteran Sari Baldauf takes over as 5G battle rages

Tesla just cut its car prices by up to $5,000 to jump-start sales during the pandemic

The Tesla Model X SUV and Model S sedan are $5,000 cheaper, while the Model 3 got a $2,000 cut. The move comes as COVID-19 tanks overall car sales.

Tesla just cut its car prices by up to $5,000 to jump-start sales during the pandemic

Tesla has slashed pricing for its Model 3, Model X, and Model S models as the coronavirus pandemic ravages US car sales, as Reuters reports.

Tesla knocks $5,000 off Model X price as coronavirus hurts demand

Just call it the coronavirus discount. Tesla this week cut the prices of its vehicles in North America as auto demand has taken a hit thanks to pandemic-related lockdowns across the region. The Model

Tesla just cut its car prices by up to $5,000 to jump-start sales during the pandemic, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The Tesla Model X SUV and Model S sedan are $5,000 cheaper, while the Model 3 got a $2,000 cut. The move comes as COVID-19 tanks overall car sales.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Tesla slashes EV prices by as much as six percent in North America

Tesla has slashed the price of its electric vehicles by as much as six percent in North America due to waning demand caused by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

Tesla reduces price of nearly every car by $2,000 or more

A nice surprise from Tesla.

Tesla lowers car prices in Canada by a few thousand dollars

I don't think saying Tesla is holding a sale would be accurate, but the automaker has discounted most of its cars.

Tesla reduces car prices in North America and China

Adjustments in prices come amidst the reduction in car demand during the coronavirus crisis. Tesla has announced that prices of cars will be cut in North America, and China in a bid to increase sales.

Tesla Cuts Prices of Electric Cars by up to 6 Percent in North America

It's Supercharger quick-charger is also no longer free for new Model S and X customers.

Tesla reduces prices of its cars in the US

Tesla today surprised everyone by announcing price cuts for its cars. This new price cut is applicable in both China and the US. The price cut varies from $2000 to $5000 depending on the model. Find the details below.

Tesla to cut prices for some models in North America, China

U.S. electric vehicle maker Tesla Inc said on Wednesday it will cut prices in North America, as the firm ramps up car production in its Fremont, ...

Tesla slashes EV prices by up to $5,000 in North America and China

Tesla has given its more expensive models, the Model S and the Model X, the biggest price cut, slashing $5,000 off their old purchase price. The Model S Long Range Plus EV is now listed for $74,990 from $79,990, while the Performance version now costs $94,990.

Tesla cuts car prices by up to $5,000

Its prices in China are also being reduced.

Tesla to cut car prices in North America, China

BEIJING — Tesla Inc said on Wednesday it will cut prices of its electric vehicles in North America as the firm ramps up car production at its Fremont, California, factory after the easing of coronavirus lockdowns.

Tesla Cuts Prices In North America And China By Up To 6% To Ease Sales Slump

Tesla’s flagship Model S is one of the vehicles that are now thousands of dollars cheaper in a bid to encourage sales, after the pandemic cut demand for new cars.

Tesla to cut car prices in North America, China

The price cut comes as states after lockdowns during which demand for cars waned.

McDonald's to reopen all UK and Ireland stores in June

Burger chain will reopen all 1,000 branches by 4 June with coronavirus safety measures

McDonald's to reopen drive-thrus but with no breakfast items, no milkshakes and no wraps

LONG queues are expected next week when McDonald's reopens 924 branches across Britain and Ireland for drive-thru customers.

McDonald's to open all drive-thru restaurants by next Thursday

Fast food chain McDonald's will open its 28 drive-thru restaurants in Northern Ireland by Thursday of next week.

McDonald's sets exact date every branch in UK will reopen

More than 1,000 are throwing open their drive-thru lanes

McDonald's confirms date it will reopen 975 branches in the UK

This will take the total number of McDonald's restaurants back open to 1,019

McDonald's shares exact date every drive-thru in UK and Ireland will reopen

EXCLUSIVE: The restaurant chain has revealed when hundreds more stores across the UK will reopen to the public - including many branches up north as coronavirus measures are slowly relaxed

IEA forecasts a 20% drop in global energy investment in 2020

The Paris-based IEA said this could have serious repercussions for energy security and the transition to clean energy as the global economy recovers from the pandemic

Virus sparks record drop in energy investment: IEA

The energy industry is set to suffer a record drop in investment due to the coronavirus fallout, the IEA said on Wednesday, and while renewables are likely to fare better than oil, any swift economic recovery could create a global fuel crunch. In its annual report on energy investments, the…

COVID-19 crisis is causing biggest fall in global energy investment in history: IEA

The unparalleled decline is staggering in both its scale and swiftness, with serious potential implications for energy security and clean energy transitions

COVID-19 crisis causing biggest fall in global energy investments

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The COVID-19 pandemic has set in motion the largest drop in global energy investment in history with spending expected to plunge in every major sector this year – from fossil fuels to renewables and efficiency – the International Energy Agency said in a new report released today. The unparalleled …

Energy investment on pace for record decline, IEA analysis says

May 27 (UPI) -- Global energy investment could sink to its lowest level in history due to fallout from the coronavirus pandemic, the International Energy Agency said in an annual report Wednesday.

The IEA warns global energy investment will fall by $400 billion in 2020, the biggest drop in the sector’s history

Global investment in the energy sector is expected to plunge by almost $400 billion in 2020 compared to last year as the pandemic takes a beating on the energy sector, the International Energy Agency warned on Wednesday.

Virus sparks record drop in energy investment: IEA

The Paris-based International Energy Agency (IEA) estimated the plunge will be of the order of one-fifth from 2019 levels, or almost $400 billion.

The IEA warns global energy investment will fall by $400 billion in 2020, the biggest drop in the sector's history, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Before the crisis, the IEA was expecting global energy investment to increase by 2% now it expects a decline of 20% compared to last year.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Virus sparks record drop in energy investment: IEA

All the energy sectors -- oil, gas, renewables -- everything is affected but the biggest impact is on shale oil, the agency's director Fatih Birol said

Global energy investment to drop by $400bn

An IEA report indicates that Covid-19 has set in motion the largest drop in global energy investment in history from fossil fuels to renewables and efficiency.

Virus sparks record drop in energy investment: IEA

The energy industry is set to suffer a record drop in investment due to the coronavirus fallout, the IEA said on Wednesday, and while renewables are likely to fare better than oil, any swift economic ...

Global energy investment may see a record fall in 2020 over Covid-19: IEA

Governments are easing restrictions put in place to curb the spread of the virus after the confinement of around 3 billion people brought the global economy to a near standstill

Virus sparks record drop in energy investment – IEA

The International Energy Agency estimates global energy investment may plunge by almost $400 billion in 2020

IEA: Covid-19 crisis causing biggest fall in global energy investment in history

In a report published on Wednesday, the Paris-based International Energy Agency (IEA) highlighted that the coronavirus crisis causing biggest fall in

Global energy investment expected to tumble 20pc in 2020 due to Covid-19 crisis, says IEA

PARIS, May 27 — Global energy investment is expected to plunge by around 20 per cent or US$400 billion (RM1.74 trillion) in 2020, its biggest fall on record, because of the new coronavirus outbreak, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said today. The Paris-based IEA said this could have serious...

Global energy investment expected to tumble 20% in 2020 due to COVID crisis: IEA

PARIS (Reuters) - Global energy investment is expected to plunge by around 20% or $400 billion in 2020, its biggest fall on record, because of the new coronavirus outbreak, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Wednesday.

Global energy spending to fall $400bn due to coronavirus crisis

IEA says investments in low-carbon technologies falling far short of climate goals

SoftBank-backed Ola buys Dutch electric scooter company Etergo

SoftBank Group-backed Indian ride-hailing company Ola will acquire Amsterdam-based electric scooter company Etergo as part of its plan to locally build electric vehicles (EVs), the company said on

SoftBank-backed Ola buys Dutch electric scooter company Etergo

SoftBank Group-backed Indian ride-hailing company Ola will acquire Amsterdam-based electric scooter company Etergo as part of its plan to locally ...

Ola Electric to launch electric two-wheeler in India in 2021

Ola Electric acquires Etergo in order to enter electric two-wheeler segment. Ola will leverage Etergo technical knowhow and battery tech. Click here to know more.

SoftBank-backed Ola Electric buys Dutch scooter company Etergo

SoftBank Group-backed Indian ride-hailing company Ola will acquire Amsterdam-based electric scooter company Etergo as part of its plan to locally ...

Ola Electric to launch global electric two-wheeler; buys dutch scooter firm

Deal will bolster Ola Electric's engineering and design capabilities with Etergo's extensive vehicle development experience with leading auto firms Tesla, General Motors, Ferrari, Jaguar and BMW

Ola Electric acquires Amsterdam-based Etergo, to launch electric two-wheeler next year

Ola Electric Mobility (OEM) on Wednesday said it has acquired Amsterdam-based Etergo BV, a move that will help the Indian firm foray into the global premium electric two-wheeler market.

Ola Electric Acquires AppScooter Maker Etergo, To Launch Its Two-Wheeler In India Next Year

Ola Electric is currently running several pilots to deploy electric vehicles and charging solutions across cities

SoftBank-backed Ola Electric buys Dutch scooter company Etergo

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - A unit of SoftBank Group-backed Indian ride-hailing company Ola will buy Amsterdam-based electric scooter company Etergo as part of its plan to locally build electric vehicles (EVs), the company said on Wednesday.

Ola Electric acquires Etergo; will launch scooter in 2021

Ola Electric has acquired Amsterdam-based EV startup Etergo, and will launch an electric scooter in India next year.

Ola Electric buys Dutch scooter company Etergo valued at $92 million

Etergo's scooters use swappable, high energy density batteries that give it a range of up to 240 km.

Ola Electric to launch e-scooter in 2021

AUTO News: Ola Electric will be launching its electric two-wheeler in Indian and global markets in 2021. Etergo's AppScotter, which is an all-electric two-wheele

Ola Electric acquires Amsterdam-based AppScooter maker Etergo, to launch electric two-wheeler next year

Ola Electric, without disclosing the deal value, said it aims to launch its electric two-wheeler in India in 2021, and the acquisition of Etergo will further bolster OEM's engineering and design capabilities.

Ola Electric acquires Netherland-based scooter-maker Etergo

While the company did not share the financial details of the deal, according to industry estimates, Etergo was valued at about $80-85 million last year

Amazon in advanced talks to buy self-driving startup Zoox - WSJ

Amazon.com Inc is in advanced talks to buy self-driving startup Zoox Inc, in a move that would expand the e-commerce giant's reach in ...

Amazon may buy robo-taxi startup Zoox: WSJ

Amazon and Zoox are in advanced negotiations of a deal that would value the startup at less than the US$3.2 billion it was estimated to be worth in a funding round two years ago.

Amazon Eyes Zoox Acquisition For Autonomous Cars

Amazon is in talks to buy self-driving car startup Zoox in a move that would advance the eCommerce giant's reach in autonomous vehicle technology.

Amazon in advanced talks to buy self-driving startup Zoox: WSJ

Amazon.com Inc is in advanced talks to buy self-driving startup Zoox Inc, in a move that would expand the e-commerce giant's reach in ...

Amazon In Advanced Talks To Buy Self-Driving-Car Tech Company Zoox

Amazon is in advanced talks to buy Zoox in a move that would expand the e-commerce giant's reach in autonomous-vehicle technology. The Wall Street Journal reports: The companies are discussing a deal that would value Zoox at less than the $3.2 billion it achieved in a funding round in 2018, accordi...

Amazon in advanced talks to buy self-driving startup Zoox: WSJ

(Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc (AMZN.O) is in advanced talks to buy self-driving startup Zoox Inc, in a move that would expand the e-commerce giant's reach in autonomous-vehicle technology, the Wall Street Journal reported on.wsj.com/36wXJUV on Tuesday.

Amazon in talks to buy driverless-technology startup Zoox

Amazon.com Inc. is in advanced talks to buy Zoox Inc. in a move that would expand the e-commerce giant’s reach in autonomous-vehicle technology.

Amazon in advanced talks to buy self-driving startup Zoox - WSJ

Amazon.com Inc is in advanced talks to buy self-driving startup Zoox Inc, in a move that would expand the e-commerce giant’s reach in autonomous-vehicle technology, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday.

Amazon may buy robo-taxi startup Zoox: Wall Street Journal

Amazon is in talks to buy robo-taxi startup Zoox, accelerating its efforts when it comes to self-driving vehicles, the Wall Street Journal

Exclusive: Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector - sources

HONG KONG/FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Volkswagen AG (VOWG_p.DE) is in final talks to seal its largest investment deals with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) firms, two sources said, as the German automaker accelerates its push into the world’s largest market for environmentally friendlier cars.

Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector: Sources

Volkswagen AG is in final talks to seal its largest investment deals with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) firms, two sources said, as the German ...

Volkswagen in final talks to seal top M&A deal in China EV sector: Report

The firm is poised to buy 50 per cent of Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Holding, the parent of EV partner JAC Motors, for at least 3.5 billion yuan

VW reportedly close to sealing biggest-ever deals in China's EV sector

Volkswagen AG is in final talks to seal its largest investment deals with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) firms, two sources said, as the German automaker accelerates its push into the world's largest market for environmentally friendlier cars. The firm is poised to buy 50% of Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Holding, the parent of EV partner JAC Motors , for at least 3.5 billion yuan ($491 million), the people said on condition of anonymity as the matter was private. Volk

Exclusive: Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector - sources

Volkswagen AG is in final talks to seal its largest investment deals with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) firms, two sources said, as the German ...

Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in Chinese EV sector

The deals would make Volkswagen the latest foreign automaker to increase ownership in China since the government started to relax ownership rules in 2018 here with Germany's BMW AG quick to take control of its main local venture

Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector: Sources

The firm is poised to buy 50% of Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Holding, the parent of EV partner JAC Motors, for at least 3.5 billion yuan ($491 million), the people said on condition of anonymity as the matter was private. It is also set to become the biggest shareholder of EV battery maker Guoxuan High-tech Co Ltd, the people said, adding both deals could be announced as early as Friday.

Exclusive: Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector - sources

Exclusive: Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector - sources

Boeing set to announce significant U.S. job cuts this week: union

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Boeing Co is expected to announce U.S. job cuts this week after disclosing last month it planned to shed 10% of its worldwide workforce of 160,000 employees, people briefed on the plans and a union said.

Boeing set to announce significant US job cuts this week

Boeing Co is expected to announce U.S. job cuts this week after disclosing last month it planned to shed 10per cent of its worldwide workforce of ...

Boeing set to announce significant US job cuts this week: Union

In April, Boeing chief executive Dave Calhoun said the company had “begun taking action to lower our number of employees by roughly 10 percent".

Boeing set to announce significant US job cuts this week: Union

Boeing Co is expected to announce US job cuts this week after disclosing last month it planned to shed 10% of its worldwide workforce of 160,000 employees, people briefed on the plans and a union

Boeing set to announce significant US job cuts this week: union

Boeing Co is expected to announce U.S. job cuts this week after disclosing last month it planned to shed 10per cent of its worldwide workforce of ...

COVID-19 Impact: Boeing expected to announce job cuts in US after aviation sector rocked by plunging travel demand

In April, Boeing chief executive Dave Calhoun said the company had “begun taking action to lower our number of employees by roughly 10 percent through a combination of voluntary layoffs, natural turnover and involuntary layoffs as necessary.”

Boeing set to announce significant US job cuts this week: Union

Boeing Co is expected to announce US job cuts this week after disclosing last month it planned to shed 10% of its worldwide workforce of 160,000 employees

Boeing set to announce significant US job cuts this week

A spokesman for the Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace (SPEEA) union that represents 17,600 Boeing employees told Reuters Tuesday the company informed the union it should expect layoff notices on Friday.

Coronavirus pushes global credit rating downgrade threat to record high

A total of 1,287 of S&P's ratings are now on a downgrade warning

S&P Global Reports Record Number of Potential Downgrades

In total, 1,287 of S&P’s ratings are now on a downgrade warning, more than in April 2009.

Coronavirus pushes global credit rating downgrade threat to record high

LONDON (Reuters) - The number of companies or countries at risk of having their credit ratings cut has been pushed to an all-time high by the coronavirus pandemic, S&P Global analysis shows.

Coronavirus pushes number of S&P credit-downgrade warnings to all-time high

A total of 1,287 of S&P’s ratings are now on a downgrade warning – either with ‘negative outlooks’ where a move might take two years, or on ‘CreditWatch with negative implications’ where the risk is almost immediate

Coronavirus pushes global credit rating downgrade threat to record high

A total of 1,287 of S&P's ratings are now on a downgrade warning.

Renault and Nissan rule out merger as they unveil survival plan

PARIS/TOKYO (Reuters) - Renault (RENA.PA), Nissan Motor Co (7201.T) and Mitsubishi Motors Corp (7211.T) ruled out a merger on Wednesday and doubled down on a plan to cooperate more closely on car production to save costs and salvage their troubled alliance.

Renault and Nissan rule out merger as they unveil survival plan

Renault , Nissan Motor Co and Mitsubishi Motors Corp ruled out a merger on Wednesday and doubled down on a plan to cooperate more closely on car ...

Renault, Nissan rule out merger, unveil plan to save troubled alliance

Renault and Nissan were among the weakest global automakers going into the coronavirus crisis

Renault and Nissan rule out merger as they unveil survival plan

Companies to cooperate more closely on car production to save costs

Renault and Nissan rule out merger

As they unveil survival plan.

ByteDance has become the world's most valuable startup - Gizchina.com

ByteDance has become the world's most valuable startup. The company is the parent company of the controversial TikTok app

Tiktok maker ByteDance hit $3-billion in net profit last year

TikTok parent company ByteDance generated more than $17-billion in revenue and more than $3-billion in net profit last year, making it a serious rival to Facebook and Google.

ByteDance Hit $3 Billion in Net Profit Last Year

TikTok’s parent ByteDance Ltd. generated more than $3 billion of net profit on over $17 billion in revenue last year, figures that show the world’s most valuable startup is still growing at a brisk rate, according to people familiar with the matter.

TikTok owner made over R52 billion net profit last year – Report

TikTok’s parent ByteDance Ltd. generated more than $3 billion of net profit on over $17 billion in revenue last year, figures that show the world’s most valuable startup is still growing at a brisk rate, according to people familiar with the matter.

With overseas IPO for Jio Platforms, Mukesh Ambani may look to cash in on tech cold war with China

Going to the New York Stock Exchange or Nasdaq would make sense. U.S.-traded Chinese technology firms such as JD.com Inc. and NetEase Inc. are looking for an alternative home closer to the mainland in case tensions between Washington and Beijing escalate, as my colleague Nisha Gopalan wrote this week.

Is India's richest man Mukesh Ambani betting on US-China tech war?

US-traded Chinese technology firms such as JD.com and NetEase are looking for an alternative home closer to the mainland in case tensions between Washington and Beijing escalate

Mukesh Ambani's Jio listing can profit from US-China tech war

Will Wall Street be so hospitable as to give Ambani, say, a $100 billion valuation?

A Tech Billionaire May Find Use in a Cold War

Mukesh Ambani may have found the perfect time to pitch Jio to American investors, as U.S.-China tensions rise.

Ackman dumps stake in Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway

Hedge fund manager says he can be ‘more nimble’ than his mentor’s conglomerate

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway loses billionaire Bill Ackman as an investor

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has lost Bill Ackman as an investor. The hedge-fund manager revealed the sale of his Pershing Square fund's ...

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway loses Bill Ackman as an investor, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Ackman's sale of his $1 billion stake is surprising as he boosted his Berkshire holdings by more than a third in the first quarter.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Bill Ackman dumps investments in Berkshire Hathaway, Blackstone

The billionaire investor said volatility might create better opportunities to deploy capital on higher-returning investments than Warren Buffett's company.

Billionaire Bill Ackman Exits Position In Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway

We continue to think Berkshire will be a strong investment over the longer term, but we also think the current environment means there may be more than typical opportunities for us to see very high-returning investments.

Stocks rally on EU stimulus plan, euro gains

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Equity markets rallied on Wednesday, lifted by enthusiasm for the European Union’s plans for a 750 billion euro ($823 billion) recovery fund, but crude prices slid on concerns about unrest in Hong Kong over Beijing’s proposed national security laws.

Stocks rally on EU stimulus plan, euro gains

NEW YORK, May 28 — The euro and equity markets advanced yesterday as enthusiasm for the European Union’s plans for a €750 billion (RM3.5 trillion) recovery fund offset concerns about unrest in Hong Kong over Beijing’s proposed national security laws. US Treasury yields retreated from gains...

Global stocks rise as lockdown measures ease further

Stock markets rose on Wednesday as more easing of coronavirus lockdowns created a positive buzz on trading floors, analysts said.

Stocks, euro rise on massive EU stimulus plan

Unrest in Hong Kong over Beijing's proposed national security laws weighed on global shares and oil prices on Wednesday, offsetting optimism about ...

Drugmaker Sanofi to raise over $11 billion via sale of Regeneron shares

PARIS (Reuters) - Sanofi (SASY.PA) will raise over $11 billion from the sale of 21.6 million shares in its U.S. partner Regeneron (REGN.O), the French drugmaker said on Wednesday, adding it would use the proceeds for innovation and general growth.

Drugmaker Sanofi to raise over $11 billion via sale of Regeneron shares

Earlier this week, Regeneron had said it would repurchase about $5 billion of its shares directly from Sanofi, without altering their over-a-decade-long partnership

Drugmaker Sanofi to raise over US$11 billion via sale of Regeneron shares

Sanofi will raise over US$11 billion from the sale of 21.6 million shares in its U.S. partner Regeneron, the French drugmaker said on Wednesday, ...

Drugmaker Sanofi to raise over $11 billion via sale of Regeneron shares

Earlier this week, Regeneron had said it would repurchase about $5 billion of its shares directly from Sanofi, without altering their over-a-decade-long partnership.

U.S. states sue Trump administration over fuel efficiency rollback

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A group of 23 U.S. states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit on Wednesday challenging a Trump administration decision to weaken Obama-era fuel efficiency standards.

U.S. states sue Trump administration over fuel efficiency rollback

WASHINGTON — A group of 23 U.S. states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit on Wednesday challenging a Trump administration decision to weaken Obama-era fuel efficiency standards.

23 U.S. states sue Trump administration over fuel efficiency rollback

A group of 23 U.S. states led by California, the District of Columbia and four major cities are filing suit Wednesday to challenge a Trump administration decision to weaken Obama administration fuel efficiency standards. In March, the Trump administration issued final rules requiring 1.5% annual increases in efficiency through 2026 - far weaker than the 5% increases in the discarded Obama-era rules - but abandoned its August 2018 proposal to freeze requirements at 2020 levels through 2026. Las

Tesla cuts prices by as much as 6% in North America to boost demand

BEIJING (Reuters) - Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) has cut prices of its electric vehicles by as much as 6% in North America following a decline in auto demand in the region during weeks of lockdown that have now started to ease.

Tesla cuts prices by as much as 6per cent in North America to boost demand

BEIJING: Tesla Inc has cut prices of its electric vehicles by as much as 6per cent in North America following a decline in auto demand in the ...

Tesla cuts prices by as much as 6% in North America to boost demand

Auto retail sales in the United States likely halved in April from a year earlier, showed data from J.D. Power.

Why U.S. energy CEOs will get big payouts despite oil meltdown

BOSTON/NEW YORK (Reuters) - National Oilwell Varco Inc (NOV) has had a rough few years: Since 2017, the Houston company, whose drilling equipment is in major oilfields worldwide, has lost two-thirds of its value, costing shareholders a combined $9 billion.

Why US energy CEOs will get big payouts despite oil meltdown

National Oilwell Varco Inc (NOV) has had a rough few years: Since 2017, the Houston company, whose drilling equipment is in major oilfields ...

Why U.S. energy CEOs will get big payouts despite oil meltdown

Why U.S. energy CEOs will get big payouts despite oil meltdown

Novavax aims to make one billion COVID-19 vaccine doses after buying plant

(Reuters) - Novavax Inc (NVAX.O) is buying a manufacturing plant from privately held Serum Institute of India, the world’s largest maker of vaccines by volume, as the U.S. company aims to produce 1 billion doses of its COVID-19 vaccine candidate next year.

Novavax aims to make 1 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses after buying plant

The U.S. company said on Wednesday it would buy Czech Republic-based Praha Vaccines, a unit of India's Cyrus Poonawalla Group, which also owns Serum Institute, for $167 million in cash. Novavax is one of several companies in the race to develop a vaccine for COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel

US Firm Aims To Make 1 Billion COVID-19 Vaccine Doses After Buying Plant

Novavax Inc is buying a manufacturing plant from privately held Serum Institute of India, the world's largest maker of vaccines by volume, as the U.S. company aims to produce 1 billion doses of its COVID-19 vaccine candidate next year.

Exxon shareholders soundly reject splitting CEO/chairman roles

(Reuters) - Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM.N) shareholders soundly rejected climate-related proposals and splitting the chairman and chief executive’s roles at the oil major’s shareholder meeting on Wednesday.

BlackRock votes to split CEO, chairman roles at Exxon Mobil

HOUSTON (Reuters) - Top fund manager BlackRock Inc on Wednesday said it cast an advisory vote in favor of an independent chairman at Exxon Mobil Corp and cast votes against the reelection of two directors over the company's approach to climate risks.

BlackRock says voted to split CEO, chairman roles at Exxon Mobil

HOUSTON (Reuters) - Top fund manager BlackRock Inc on Wednesday said it cast an advisory vote in favor of an independent chairman and against the reelection of two directors at Exxon Mobil Corp over the company's approach to climate risks. Exxon shareholders on Wednesday rejected all four shareholder resolutions with none getting more than 38% of the votes cast. The independent chairman proposal fell with 32.7% in favor of an appointment when the next chief executive is named.

Wall Street gains with economic hopes; bank stocks jump

The S&P 500 edged higher in choppy trading on Wednesday as optimism over a pick up in business activity helped offset worries over simmering ...

Wall Street opens higher on recovery optimism

Wall Street's major indexes were set for another session of gains on Wednesday as a revival in business activity drove hopes of an economic ...

S&P 500 rises on boost from bank shares

The S&P 500 edged higher in choppy trading on Wednesday as optimism over a pick up in business activity helped offset worries over simmering ...

Wall Street gains amid economic hopes; tech shares decline

The S&P 500 edged higher in choppy trading on Wednesday as optimism over a pick up in business activity helped offset worries over simmering ...

Wall St rises with economic hopes; bank stocks jump

By Caroline Valetkevitch (Reuters) - U.S. stocks rose on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 closing above 3,000 for the first time since March 5, as the further easing of lockdowns lifted optimism for an economic recovery

Wall Street rises with economic hopes; bank stocks jump

NEW YORK, May 28 — US stocks rose yesterday, with the S&P 500 closing above 3,000 for the first time since March 5, as the further easing of lockdowns lifted optimism for an economic recovery. Bank stocks powered the day’s advance, with the S&P 500 financial index leading gains among...

Wall Street gains amid economic hopes; tech shares decline

By Caroline Valetkevitch (Reuters) - The Dow and S&P 500 rose on Wednesday, powered by banks stocks, as optimism for an economic recovery as lockdowns continued to ease overshadowed worries of simmering U.S.-China tensions. Declines in technology shares limited the advance, with the Nasdaq underperforming the other major indexes. The S&P 500 financial index provided the biggest boost to the benchmark index, sending it past the psychologically key 3,000 level in intraday trading for a second day in a row.

Wall Street gains with economic hopes; bank stocks jump

By Caroline Valetkevitch (Reuters) - U.S.

Tech selloff weighs on S&P 500, Nasdaq

Wall Street's major indexes were set for another session of gains on Wednesday as a revival in business activity drove hopes of an economic ...

Stock indexes rise on optimism of recovery, shrink back

US stock indexes rose at the open on Wednesday as a pickup in business activity fueled hopes of a post-pandemic economic recovery, but marts later gave up some of their gains as investors remained

Dow rises on reopening hopes, extending rally

NEW YORK, May 27 — Wall Street stocks were mostly higher early today on continued optimism about the reopening of the US economy as investors shrug off rising tensions between Washington and Beijing. About 15 minutes into trading, the Dow Jones Industrial Average stood at 25,308.55, up 1.3 per...

The close: Markets rise with economic hopes; RBC reclaims top spot as Canada’s most valued stock

Strength in the financial sector offset losses in the materials sector

Today's top business news: Fitch says Indian economy to contract 5% in FY21, stocks rally ahead of F&O expiry, oil refiners ramp up demand, and more

Updates from the world of economy, markets, and finance

Dow Busts Move Higher on Late Buying as Traders Bank on Financials to Shine

Dow Busts Move Higher on Late Buying as Traders Bank on Financials to Shine

S&P 500 rises on boost from bank shares

S&P 500 rises on boost from bank shares

Stocks - Dow Jumps as Financials Take Spotlight Amid Stumble in Tech

Stocks - Dow Jumps as Financials Take Spotlight Amid Stumble in Tech

Tech selloff weighs on S&P 500, Nasdaq

Amazon.com, Microsoft Corp and Facebook Inc, which have led a recent rally, weighed on the tech-heavy Nasdaq, while healthcare and technology stocks - which outperformed in the coronavirus-led market slump - were among the S&P 500 sector indexes in the red.

Global stocks shake off concern over US-China tensions

Stimulus plans in Europe and Japan trump worries about Beijing’s moves in Hong Kong

Global stocks mixed on unease over Hong Kong security law

Benchmarks in Shanghai and Hong Kong retreated after the White House said a proposed national security law might jeopardize the Chinese territory's status as a global financial center.

Hong Kong unrest worries curb global shares rally

TOKYO, May 27 — Unrest in Hong Kong over Beijing’s proposed national security laws weighed on global shares and oil prices today, offsetting optimism about the re-opening of the world economy. Riot police fired pepper pellets on protesters in Hong Kong’s main business district, rekindling...

Hong Kong unrest worries curb global shares rally

Unrest in Hong Kong over Beijing's proposed national security laws weighed on global shares and oil prices on Wednesday, offsetting optimism about ...

Asian stocks pull back as Hong Kong uncertainty weighs

Asian shares shed some of their recent gains on Wednesday as investor concerns about rising tensions between the United States and China tempered ...

Asia stocks mixed on uncertainty over Hong Kong security law

Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tension over Hong Kong competed with optimism about recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.

Asia stocks mixed on uncertainty over Hong Kong security law

Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tension over Hong Kong competed with optimism about recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. Benchmarks in Shanghai and Hong Kong retreated after the White House said a proposed national security law might jeopardize the Chinese territory’s status as a global financial center. The…

Asian stock market: Mixed as Tuesday’s optimism fades on fresh US-China tension

Asian equities fail to reprint the previous day’s flying colors as market players fall back upon US-China tussle amid increasing odds of the US sancti

Asian shares slip as new Hong Kong tensions rise

Hong Kong shares led declines among major regional indexes, with Hang Seng falling 0.46%, though it kept a bit of distance from a two-month low touched on Monday. MSCI's ex-Japan Asia-Pacific index lost 0.12%, with mainland Chinese shares down a similar amount.

Asian shares slip as new Hong Kong tensions rise

Nikkei down 0.2%, ex-Japan Asian loses 0.3%.

Asia stocks mixed on uncertainty over Hong Kong security law

Major Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tension over Hong Kong competed with optimism about recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.Benchmarks in Shanghai and Hong Kong retreated after the White House said a proposed national security law might jeopardize the Chinese territory's status as a global financial center.“Mounting U.S.-China tensions bodes ominous for the global economy amid pandemic fragilities,” said Mizuho Bank in a report.Overnight, Wall Street closed at its highest level in nearly three months on hopes for economic recovery as more governments reopen factories, shops and other businesses.The Hang Seng index in Hong Kong sank 0.5% to 23,279.39 and the Shanghai Composite

Asian stocks pull back as Hong Kong uncertainty weighs

NEW YORK, May 27 — Asian shares shed some of their recent gains today as investor concerns about rising tensions between the United States and China tempered optimism about a re-opening of the world economy. US President Donald Trump said late yesterday he is preparing to take action against...

Global stocks mixed on unease over Hong Kong security law

Global stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tensions over Hong Kong vied with optimism about recovering from the coronavirus pandemic.

Hong Kong unrest worries curb global shares rally

Hong Kong unrest worries curb global shares rally

Walmart is now selling used goods from Nike, Coach, Michael Kors and more as it dives into the $32 billion resale market

Walmart is partnering withe the resale site ThredUp to sell used clothing, shoes, accessories, and handbags on its website.

Walmart is now selling used goods from Nike, Coach, Michael Kors and more as it dives into the $32 billion resale market, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Walmart is partnering withe the resale site ThredUp to sell used clothing, shoes, accessories, and handbags on its website.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Walmart is now selling used goods from Nike, Coach, Michael Kors and more as it dives into the $32 billion resale market

Walmart is partnering withe the resale site ThredUp to sell used clothing, shoes, accessories, and handbags on its website.

Walmart is now selling used goods from Nike, Coach, Michael Kors and more as it dives into the $32 billion resale market

Walmart will for the first time sell used clothing, accessories, and shoes on its website through a partnership with the resale site ThredUp.

Walmart is now selling used goods from Nike, Coach, Michael Kors and more as it dives into the $32 billion resale market

Walmart is diving into the $32 billion resale market through a partnership with the second-hand-sales site ThredUp.

Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) CEO Andrew Anagnost on Q1 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) Q1 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Abhey Lamba - Vice President, Investor Relations Andr

Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) CEO Andrew Anagnost on Q1 2021 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) Q1 2021 Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Abhey Lamba - Vice President, Investor Relations Andr

Columbus McKinnon Corporation's (CMCO) CEO Richard Fleming on Q4 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Columbus McKinnon Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCO) Q4 2020 Results Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020, 08:00 AM ET Company Participants Deborah Pawlowski - Investor

Redhill Biopharma Ltd (RDHL) CEO Dror Ben-Asher on Q1 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Redhill Biopharma Ltd (NASDAQ:RDHL) Q1 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020, 08:30 ET Company Participants Dror Ben-Asher - Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO

HEICO Corporation (HEI) CEO Laurans Mendelson on Q2 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

HEICO Corporation (NYSE:HEI) Q2 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Laurans Mendelson - Chairman & Chief Executive Of

Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (SBLK) CEO Petros Pappas on Q1 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (NASDAQ:SBLK) Q1 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Petros Pappas - Chief Executive Officer Ha

Bank of Montreal (BMO) CEO Darryl White on Q2 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Bank of Montreal (NYSE:BMO) Q2 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020, 07:15 ET Company Participants Jill Homenuk - Head, IR Darryl White - CEO & Direct

Royal Bank of Canada (RY) CEO David McKay on Q2 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Call Start: 08:15 Call End: 09:23 Royal Bank of Canada (NYSE:RY) Q2 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020 08:15 AM ET Company Participants Nadine Ahn - Sen

National Bank of Canada (NTIOF) CEO Louis Vachon on Q2 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

National Bank of Canada (OTCPK:NTIOF) Q2 2020 Results Conference Call May 26, 2020 5:30 PM ET Company Participants Linda Boulanger - VP, IR Louis Vachon - Presi

Ooma, Inc. (OOMA) CEO Eric Stang on Q1 2021 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Ooma, Inc. (NYSE:OOMA) Q1 2021 Earnings Conference Call May 26, 2020 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Matt Robison - Director of IR and Corporate Development Eri

Dow Closes Above 25,000 For First Time Since March

The S&P also broke above 3,000, its best close since March.

Dow Jumps 300 Points As Wall Street Bets On A Successful Reopening Of The Economy

The Dow broke above 25,000.

A car-rental company previously owned by Hertz just filed for bankruptcy for the third time since 2008

The intertwined stories of Hertz and Advantage reveal how dozens of financial and strategic blunders sank both firms into massive debt.

A car-rental company previously owned by Hertz just filed for bankruptcy for the third time since 2008, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The intertwined stories of Hertz and Advantage reveal how dozens of financial and strategic blunders sank both firms into massive debt.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

A car-rental company previously owned by Hertz just filed for bankruptcy for the third time since 2008

A former subsidiary of Hertz just went bankrupt, claiming more than $500 million in debt.

Bankrupt Hertz just told all of its landlords it won't pay rent for six months in the latest slam to commercial real estate, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The notice came several days before Hertz, saddled with a debt of $19 billion, declared bankruptcy on May 22.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

The CEO of Bluemercury explains how her luxury beauty company adapted its innovative, hands-on retail strategy to survive in a digital-first world amid the pandemic

Marla Beck founded Bluemercury in 1999 because she didn't like the way department stores sold beauty products.

The CEO of Bluemercury explains how her luxury beauty company adapted its innovative, hands-on retail strategy to survive in a digital-first world amid the pandemic

As people are spending more time than ever in their homes, skincare is seeing a major boom in popularity. Business Insider’s Kate Taylor reported in March that Americans in isolation have turned to skincare as a form of self-care and comfort, and as a result, skincare sales have rapidly outpaced the general beauty market in recent months.

The CEO of Bluemercury explains how her luxury beauty company adapted its innovative, hands-on retail strategy to survive in a digital-first world amid the pandemic

Marla Beck founded Bluemercury in 1999 because she didn't like the way department stores sold beauty products.

The CEO of Bluemercury explains how her luxury beauty company adapted its innovative, hands-on retail strategy to survive in a digital-first world amid the pandemic, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Marla Beck founded Bluemercury in 1999 because she didn't like the way department stores sold beauty products.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Amtrak Plans Deep Workforce Cuts Ahead of Slow Pandemic Recovery

Amtrak projects ridership will return to just half of 2019 levels in its upcoming fiscal year beginning in October, Amtrak Chief Executive Officer William Flynn said in a memo to employees. 

Amtrak set to cut up to 20% of workforce by October

Amtrak is preparing to cut up to 20% of its workforce in the next fiscal year as the national railroad continues to suffer from a huge decline in ridership...

All the Stocks Are the Same Now

Also insider trading and virtual roadshows.

Steep US stock correlations show virus’s impact on markets

S&P 500 three-month realised correlation elevated despite VIX slump.

Carl Icahn Exits Bankrupt Hertz at Loss of Almost $1.6 Billion

Billionaire investor Carl Icahn sold out of Hertz Global Holdings Inc., the rental-car company that filed for bankruptcy last week, calling off a roughly six-year bet that lost him almost $1.6 billion.

Carl Icahn Exits Hertz After Six-Year Bet Ends With Bankruptcy

Billionaire investor Carl Icahn has sold out of Hertz Global Holdings Inc., the rental-car company that filed for bankruptcy last week and counted him as its biggest shareholder.

France promises €8bn to bail out struggling car industry

French carmakers have seen a 90% drop off in sales since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.

France unveils $8.7 billion plan to rescue ailing car industry

The plan focuses on the production of environmentally-friendly vehicles

Macron's $8.8 billion plan would make France Europe's top clean car producer

President Emmanuel Macron announced an 8 billion euro (7 billion pounds) plan on Tuesday to make France the top producer of clean vehicles in Europe and urged French carmakers to make vehicles in their own country. French car plants are only just starting to rev up production after the coronavirus lockdown, which hit the auto sector badly, and Macron wants to accelerate the transition to electric cars to help revive the industry. "We need a motivational goal: make France Europe's top producer

France unveils US$8.8b plan to revive auto sector through electric cars

ETAPLES, France: President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday (May 26) announced an 8-billion euro (US$8.8 billion) plan to revive France's auto industry ...

Macron unveils US$8.8b French auto rescue, champions electric cars

ETAPLES, France: President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday (May 26) announced an eight billion euro (US$8.8 billion) plan to revive France's auto ...

France unveils stimulus plan worth €8 billion for car industry

The package includes an increase to the state subsidies given to motivate potential buyers of new electric and hybrid cars. The plan also includes a state loan worth €5 billion for troubled carmaker Renault.

EU pledges 40 billion euros for 'just transition' from fossil fuels

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission has increased five-fold its proposed European Union fund to wean carbon-intensive regions off fossil fuels, with fresh cash from a new recovery fund to help Europe’s ailing economies rebound after the new coronavirus pandemic.

EU pledges €40b for ‘just transition’ from fossil fuels

BRUSSELS, May 27 — The European Commission has increased five-fold its proposed European Union fund to wean carbon-intensive regions off fossil fuels, with fresh cash from a new recovery fund to help Europe’s ailing economies rebound after the coronavirus pandemic. Countries are already...

LATAM becomes largest airline driven to bankruptcy by coronavirus

(Reuters) - LATAM Airlines Group (LTM.SN), the continent’s largest carrier, filed for U.S. bankruptcy protection on Tuesday, becoming the world’s largest carrier so far to seek an emergency reorganization due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Latam becomes largest airline driven to bankruptcy by coronavirus

NEW YORK, May 27 — Latam Airlines Group, the continent's largest carrier, filed for US bankruptcy protection yesterday, becoming the world's largest carrier so far to seek an emergency reorganisation due to the coronavirus pandemic. The filing highlights the financial weakness of Latin America's...

Tech reboot in store for EU as plans recovery from crisis

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - From ramping up 5G’s rollout to exploiting its data, the European Union is turning to technology to help it bounce back from the coronavirus crisis and compete better in key areas with the United States and China.

Tech reboot in store for EU as plans recovery from crisis

Tech reboot in store for EU as plans recovery from crisis

Renault's Senard says it does not need to merge with Nissan

PARIS (Reuters) - Renault (RENA.PA) Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard said on Wednesday that there was no need for a merger with its partners Nissan (7201.T) and Mitsubishi (7211.T).

Renault's Senard says it does not need to merge with Nissan

Renault Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard said on Wednesday that there was no need for a merger with its partners Nissan and Mitsubishi. "We do not need a merger to be efficient," Senard said at a news

Banks, financial stocks help Sensex, Nifty rise over 3%, check what propelled the rally on D-Street

Axis Bank was the top Sensex gainer, ending the session with a growth of 13.46 per cent. While Sun Pharma was the top Sensex laggard, after reporting Q4 earnings which were below expectations

Market Update: Sensex rallies 996 points; banking and IT stocks in the lead

Sensex rallies 996 pts ahead of F&O expiry at closing; Nifty tops 9,300

The BSE Sensex rallied 996 points on Wednesday, led by massive gains in banking and IT stocks ahead of the expiry of monthly derivatives amid firm overseas cues. After hitting a high of 31,660.60

Sensex rises 996 points to close at 31,605; Nifty reclaims 9,300

(Representative image) NEW DELHI: Equity indices finished higher on Wednesday with the benchmark BSE sensex rising nearly 1,000 points led … Sensex rises 996 points to close at 31,605; Nifty reclaims 9,300 Read More »

Sensex rises 1,000 points as banking stocks shine

Axis Bank leads pack with 13.46% gain

Sensex rises 996 points to close at 31,605; Nifty reclaims 9,300

India Business News: Equity indices finished higher on Wednesday with the benchmark BSE Sensex rising nearly 1,000 points led by gains in banking and financial stocks. The

Sensex rallies 996 points ahead of F&O expiry; Nifty tops 9,300

The BSE Sensex rallied 996 points on Wednesday, led by massive gains in banking and IT stocks ahead of the expiry of monthly derivatives amid firm overseas cues. After hitting a high of 31,660.60 duri

Sensex rallies 996 points, Nifty reclaims 9,300-mark

Axis Bank was the top gainer as banking stocks led the rally in a highly volatile session.

Kotak Mahindra Bank share price jumps 4% ahead of QIP launch; stock surges 20% from March lows

The board of Kotak Mahindra Bank had earlier approved a proposal to raise capital through a fresh issue of 6.5 crore.

Why Kotak Mahindra Bank share price rose 8% today

Share price of Kotak Mahindra Bank rose up to 7.81% to  Rs 1,242.55 compared to the previous close of Rs 1,152 on BSE

Sensex surrenders opening gains, drops over 60 points; Nifty near 9,000 level

NSE Nifty fell 13.70 points.

Stocks in Focus on May 27, 2020 | Markets News

New Delhi: Markets gave up early gains to end slightly lower on Tuesday. The BSE Sensex fell 63.29 points or … Stocks in Focus on May 27, 2020 | Markets News Read More »

Market Update: Sensex surrenders opening gains, drops over 60 points

Kotak Bank jumps 4% on QIP launch; floor price set at Rs 1,147.75 per share

The bank set the floor price of the issue at Rs 1,147.75 per share, which was at just half a per cent discount to Tuesday's closing price of Rs 1,152.45.

Sensex up 183 points, banking stocks rally | Markets News

New Delhi: Markets opened on a positive note led by rally in banking stocks. The BSE Sensex was trading 183.81 … Sensex up 183 points, banking stocks rally | Markets News Read More »

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

TORONTO — Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

TORONTO — Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

TORONTO — Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in deal worth $51-million

The move comes as the country’s top media executives meet with the federal government in Ottawa to discuss the industry’s plight

Media company Torstar to go private after sale to NordStar Capital in $52M deal

NordStar Capital LP, a private firm owned by businessmen Paul Rivett and Jordan Bitove, plans to take Torstar private

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52-million deal

Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52 million deal

Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Dow soars 553 points on mounting optimism around a strong economic recovery

US stocks rose on Wednesday as investors were encouraged by signs that global authorities were taking measures to boost economies. The European ...

Dow soars 553 points on mounting optimism around a strong economic recovery

US stocks rose on Wednesday as investors were encouraged by signs that international authorities were taking measures to boost the global economy.

Dow soars 553 points on mounting optimism around a strong economic recovery, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Stocks got a boost in midday trading when chipmaker Micron issued a quarterly sales forecast that beat estimates.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Dow climbs 350 points as investors cheer efforts to boost global economies

US stocks rose on Wednesday as investors were encouraged by signs that global authorities were taking measures to boost economies. The European ...

Dow climbs 325 points as investors cheer efforts to boost global economies

US stocks rose Wednesday as investors were encouraged by signs that international authorities are taking measures to boost the global economy.

Dow climbs 325 points as investors cheer efforts to boost global economies, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The European Commission proposed on Wednesday a $826 billion stimulus package intended to aid recovery from the ongoing recession.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Trump’s Economic Advisers Are Wrong

Forget a V-shaped recovery, or even a U.

Congress has yet to agree on the latest coronavirus relief package, so don't expect another stimulus check in June

Many Democratic lawmakers are pushing to send more stimulus checks to households, but it's unlikely to happen in June.

Congress has yet to agree on the latest coronavirus relief package, so don’t expect another stimulus check in June

Americans probably shouldn’t count on getting another coronavirus stimulus check in June.

Congress has yet to agree on the latest coronavirus relief package, so don't expect another stimulus check in June, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Many Democratic lawmakers are pushing to send more stimulus checks to households, but it's unlikely to happen in June.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Economists expect another 2.1 million Americans filed for unemployment insurance last week

The falling rate of weekly claims suggest the US is "well beyond the peak of inflows into unemployment," said Deutsche Bank economist Justin Weidner.

Economists expect another 2.1 million Americans filed for unemployment insurance last week

Millions of Americans are still filing for unemployment insurance on a weekly basis, even after many states begin to open their economies from lockdowns to contain COVID-19.

Economists expect another 2.1 million Americans filed for unemployment insurance last week, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The falling rate of weekly claims suggest the US is "well beyond the peak of inflows into unemployment," said Deutsche Bank economist Justin Weidner.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Unemployment will be higher in the US than in other advanced economies through 2021, Goldman says

A lack of stricter job-preservation policies and expanded unemployment benefits will prolong the US's labor-market recovery, Goldman economists said.

Unemployment will be higher in the US than in other advanced economies through 2021, Goldman says

Lasting fallout in the US labor market will keep the unemployment rate higher than in peer countries for more than a year, Goldman Sachs economists said in a Tuesday note.

Unemployment will be higher in the US than in other advanced economies through 2021, Goldman says, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - A lack of stricter job-preservation policies and expanded unemployment benefits will prolong the US's labor-market recovery, Goldman economists said.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

These 5 'stay at home' stocks are getting pounded as the US economy reopens

All 50 US states as of Memorial Day weekend have relaxed at least some of the restrictions put in place mid-March to contain the spread of COVID-19.

These 5 ‘stay at home’ stocks are getting pounded as the US economy reopens

A group of popular “stay at home” stocks are slumping as investors cheer the US economy reopening.

These 5 'stay at home' stocks are getting pounded as the US economy reopens, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - All 50 US states as of Memorial Day weekend have relaxed at least some of the restrictions put in place mid-March to contain the spread of COVID-19.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Here's why 3 Wall Street analysts just boosted their Apple price targets

All three analysts see Apple stock gaining further this year, moving past the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the tech giant.

Here’s why 3 Wall Street analysts just boosted their Apple price targets

A slew of Wall Street analysts boosted their Apple price targets this week, citing increased demand for iPhones, store reopenings, and services as reasons that the tech giant is poised to gain.

Here's why 3 Wall Street analysts just boosted their Apple price targets, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - All three analysts see Apple stock gaining further this year, moving past the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the tech giant.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

7 charts that show the silver linings of an otherwise horrible pandemic, from people saving more to the cleanest air in decades

From cheaper cars and houses to cleaner air and better financial decisions, there are some glimmers of hope amid the gloom.

7 charts that show the silver linings of an otherwise horrible pandemic, from people saving more to the cleanest air in decades

By all measures, the coronavirus pandemic has crippled the United States economy: Unemployment is at record highs, lines for food banks circle entire city blocks, and the rate of business bankruptcies has accelerated.

7 charts that show the silver linings of an otherwise horrible pandemic, from people saving more to the cleanest air in decades, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - From cheaper cars and houses to cleaner air and better financial decisions, there are some glimmers of hope amid the gloom.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Seeking nominations for the top women transforming the sneaker industry, from designers to resellers

Business Insider is putting together a power list of the top female-identifying designers and professionals who are transforming the sneaker industry.

Seeking nominations for the top women transforming the sneaker industry, from designers to resellers

From designers to developers, women are making their voices heard in the multi-billion dollar sneaker industry, which has been known to often exclude female creatives and fans.

Seeking nominations for the top women transforming the sneaker industry, from designers to resellers, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Business Insider is putting together a power list of the top female-identifying designers and professionals who are transforming the sneaker industry.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

An ongoing list of food businesses, delivery services, and restaurants donating to healthcare workers on the front lines

Donating food is an easy way to support and fuel healthcare workers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic.

An ongoing list of food businesses, delivery services, and restaurants donating to healthcare workers on the front lines, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Donating food is an easy way to support and fuel healthcare workers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

An ongoing list of food businesses, delivery services, and restaurants donating to healthcare workers on the front lines

As frontline heroes in the fight against the coronavirus, healthcare workers like doctors and nurses often sacrifice their own physical and mental well-being in order to take care of others.

Off-price retailer Tuesday Morning has filed for bankruptcy with plans to close 230 stores

Tuesday Morning, which has nearly 700 stores specializing in off-price home goods, has filed for bankruptcy.

Off-price retailer Tuesday Morning has filed for bankruptcy with plans to close 230 stores

Off-price retailer Tuesday Morning has filed for bankruptcy. The company plans to close approximately 230 of its stores.

Off-price retailer Tuesday Morning has filed for bankruptcy with plans to close 230 stores, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Tuesday Morning, which has nearly 700 stores specializing in off-price home goods, has filed for bankruptcy.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Food trucks may be the perfect solution to feed customers' nostalgia for dining out as the future of the restaurant industry remains uncertain

Mobility is now a necessity to reach patrons at home and in parks and open spaces, says Ross Resnick, CEO of food truck company Roaming Hunger.

Food trucks may be the perfect solution to feed customers’ nostalgia for dining out as the future of the restaurant industry remains uncertain

Coronavirus is changing everything, including how we eat, and the impact on the food industry can’t be overstated. During the first 22 days of March alone, the restaurant industry saw a $25 billion loss in revenue. That number soared to $80 billion in April, but concern goes beyond sobering statistics.

Food trucks may be the perfect solution to feed customers' nostalgia for dining out as the future of the restaurant industry remains uncertain, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Mobility is now a necessity to reach patrons at home and in parks and open spaces, says Ross Resnick, CEO of food truck company Roaming Hunger.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Amazon is reportedly in talks to buy secretive self-driving car company Zoox for less than $3.2 billion

Zoox hinted it's had interest from multiple buyers.

Amazon is reportedly in talks to buy secretive self-driving car company Zoox for less than $3.2 billion

Amazon is in late-stage discussions to acquire secretive self-driving car company Zoox, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Amazon is reportedly in talks to buy secretive self-driving car company Zoox for less than $3.2 billion, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Zoox hinted it's had interest from multiple buyers.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Pandemic recovery funds could help jump-start European Green Deal initiative

The €750 billion recovery plan and the separate €1.1 trillion budget for 2021–27, which were unveiled Wednesday, have earmarked billions for renewable...

As Europe Unveils “green” Recovery Package, Trans-Atlantic Rift On Climate Policy Widens

The European Union is using the economic downturn to accelerate its clean energy transition. In the US, a surprise new policy that would provide relief to the oil and gas sector shows it has different priorities during the crisis.

Rupee slips 8 paise to 75.74 against US dollar in early trade

The rupee depreciated 8 paise to 75.74 against the US dollar in opening trade on Wednesday as market participants were concerned about rising tensions between Washington and Beijing in the wake of

Rupee slips 8 paise to 75.74 against US dollar in early trade

The rupee opened weak at 75.72 at the interbank forex market and then fell further to 75.74, down 8 paise over its last close.

Rupee settles 5 paise lower at 75.71 against US dollar

The rupee opened weak.

Rupee settles 5 paise lower at 75.71 against US dollar

The rupee depreciated 5 paise to settle at 75.71 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, as market participants were concerned about rising tensions between the US and China amid coronavirus

Rupee slips 8 paise to 75.74 in early trade, forex traders concerned about rising US-China tensions

The rupee depreciated 8 paise to 75.74 against the US dollar in opening trade on Wednesday as market participants were concerned about rising tensions between Washington and Beijing in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic

Oil falls on demand concerns, US-China tensions

Oil prices fell on Wednesday on concerns over how quickly fuel demand will recover even as lockdowns ease in many countries with falling coronavirus cases, with U.S.-China tensions adding to the

Oil slips on demand worries, Hong Kong tensions

Brent crude futures fell 21 cents, or 0.6%, to $35.96 by 0120 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures were down 31 cents, or 0.9%, at $34.04 a barrel.

Oil falls on demand concerns, US-China tensions

Oil prices fell on Wednesday on concerns over how quickly fuel demand will recover even as lockdowns ease in many countries with falling ...

Oil prices slip on demand worries even as Covid lockdowns begin to ease

Brent crude futures fell 21 cents, or 0.6 per cent, to $35.96 by 0120 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures were down 31 cents, or 0.9 per cent, at $34.04 a barrel

Oil falls on U.S.-China tensions over Hong Kong

Brent crude fell 45 cents, or 1.2 per cent, to $35.72 a barrel by 0906 GMT and U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude was down 26 cents, or almost 1 per cent, at $34.09

Oil slips on demand worries, Hong Kong tensions

Oil slips on demand worries, Hong Kong tensions

Lufthansa's $15b rescue hits surprise hurdle as board rejects EU conditions

Lufthansa's German government bailout was thrown into doubt after the airline's supervisory board refused to accept the conditions attached by Brussels.

Lufthansa's $15b rescue hits surprise hurdle as board rejects EU conditions

Lufthansa's German government bailout was thrown into doubt after the airline's supervisory board refused to accept the conditions attached by Brussels.

Lufthansa's $15b rescue hits surprise hurdle as board rejects EU conditions

Lufthansa's German government bailout was thrown into doubt after the airline's supervisory board refused to accept the conditions attached by Brussels.

Lufthansa board rejects EU conditions on $10 billion bailout

By Arno Schuetze and Ilona Wissenbach FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Lufthansa's $10 billion government bailout was thrown into doubt on Wednesday after the German airline's supervisory board refused to accept the conditions attached by Brussels. The board, which had been expected to sign off on the aid, instead refused EU requirements that Lufthansa permanently give up take-off and landing slots at Frankfurt and Munich airports, where it commands a two-thirds market share. The bailout plan nevertheless remains

Lufthansa board rejects EU conditions on US$10 bln bailout

German airline Lufthansa's supervisory board on Wednesday rejected conditions imposed by Brussels on a proposed government bailout, casting fresh ...

Lufthansa supervisory board postpones approval of bailout package

Lufthansa's supervisory board was unable to approve a 9-billion euro (US$9.90 billion) bailout in light of conditions imposed by the European ...

Lufthansa supervisory board unable to approve bailout package

Lufthansa's supervisory board was unable to approve a 9-billion euro (US$9.90 billion) bailout in light of conditions imposed by the European ...

Lufthansa board rejects EU conditions on $10 billion bailout

Lufthansa board rejects EU conditions on $10 billion bailout

The Coronavirus Hit the U.S. Economy Swiftly and Unevenly

Live events and airlines are among the sectors suffering, as people switch to buying cushions and ordering food.

Amazon Will Take Robot Cars to a Whole New Level

Zoox's driverless car ambitions fit perfectly with Amazon's mission to get more things to more customers faster and cheaper.

The European Union Is on the Brink of Historic Change

The Commission’s $825 billion rescue fund would break many taboos, possibly paving the way for EU taxes and an EU treasury

Congress Should Give Returning Workers a Bonus

A one-time lump-sum payment would also help the overall economy.

Covid-19 Blows a $400 Billion Hole in Global Energy

Investment in oil and gas supply is in retreat, creating an opportunity to do things differently in the recovery.

Are the Coronavirus Bailouts Working? What We Know So Far

If the crisis persists, Congress, the Treasury Department and the Federal Reserve may have to rewrite their playbooks.

Paul Krugman Is Pretty Upbeat About the Economy

In a Q&A, the Nobel-winning economist says the pandemic recovery probably won’t be like the one from the last recession.  

The Fed Boldly Saves Markets. Now It’s Worrying About Main Street Business

The Federal Reserve’s next front in the battle to support the U.S. economy is to prevent millions of American small businesses from becoming the Achilles heel of the recovery.Fed Chairman Jerome Powell told the Senate Banking Committee last week that he’s concerned about America’s “jobs machine” -- its small and medium sized firms -- tipping into bankruptcy and destroying the “work of many families and generations.” If that happens, there will be fewer jobs when state governors declare it’s safe

Hedge Funds Pay Up in U.S. to Poach From Rivals Stung by Turmoil

Izzy Englander sent his Millennium Management staff to work from home in early March. Since then, about 100 people have quietly joined the $42 billion hedge fund.

Euro-Area Economy Closer to ECB’s Worst-Case Estimates, Lagarde Says

The euro-area economy is faring worse than hoped, facing a recession as bad as the European Central Bank’s more pessimistic forecasts.

Detroit to Get Mask Factory With Investment From Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s Beximco Group will set up a plant in Detroit to make masks as demand for protective gear in the U.S., the nation with the most coronavirus cases, surges.

CoCo Bond Investors Face a Covid-19 Reckoning

The coronavirus pandemic is even starting to affect the highly specialized world of bank capital

Stocks Have a Psychologically Important Day

Passing key landmarks on the S&P 500 may have caused traders to reconsider why they have pushed the market so far.

Boeing Job Cuts to Start Hitting Seattle-Area Workers This Week

Boeing Co. is poised to unveil deep job cuts to its Seattle-area engineering ranks this week as the planemaker shrinks its workforce to cut costs amid the sharpest contraction in aviation history.

New York Gold Traders Drown in a Glut They Helped Create

The New York gold market has been flipped on its head in just a couple of months, with a scramble for the metal turning into a glut.

U.S. Stocks End Rally With China Tensions Rising: Markets Wrap

U.S. stocks erased gains and ended lower after President Donald Trump said he’d hold a press conference Friday to discuss China, potentially stoking tensions between the world’s two largest economies.

How Small Businesses Can Soften the Blow of Bankruptcy

Some dos and don’ts for those teetering on the brink

SoftBank’s Vision Fund Is Planning to Cut 10% of Staff

SoftBank Group Corp.’s Vision Fund is planning deep cuts in staffing after reporting about $18 billion in losses from the declining value of its startups, according to people familiar with the matter.

Bitcoiners Go Wild After Goldman Revives Tulip Mania Comparison

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. just forged a lot of new enemies -- in the crypto world.

Government may need to pump $20 billion into coronavirus-hit state banks: Report

India Business News: India may need to inject up to Rs 1.5 lakh crore ($19.81 billion) into its state-owned lenders as their pile of soured assets is expected to double du

Government may need to pump $20 billion into coronavirus-hit state banks: Report

MUMBAI/NEW DELHI: India may need to inject up to Rs 1.5 lakh crore ($19.81 billion) into its state-owned lenders as … Government may need to pump $20 billion into coronavirus-hit state banks: Report Read More »

India may need to pump Rs 1.5 lakh crore into coronavirus-hit state banks

India may need to inject up to Rs 1.5 lakh crore ($19.81 billion) into its state-owned lenders as their pile of soured assets is expected to double during the coronavirus pandemic, three government

India may need to pump Rs 1.5 L crores into coronavirus-hit state banks

India may need to inject up to Rs. 1.5 lakh crore ($19.81 billion) into its state-owned lenders as their pile of soured assets is expected to double during the coronavirus pandemic, three government

India may need to pump $20 bln into coronavirus-hit state banks: Sources

India may need to inject up to 1.5 trillion rupees ($19.81 billion) into its state-owned lenders as their pile of soured assets is expected to double during the coronavirus pandemic, three government

India may need to pump Rs 1.5 trn into coronavirus-hit state banks: Report

"The situation is very grim," the source said, adding that banks would require fresh funds soon

India may need to pump $20 billion into coronavirus-hit state banks: Sources

The government initially considered a budget of around 250 billion rupees for bank recapitalisations but that has risen significantly, a senior government source with direct knowledge of the matter said, with loan defaults likely to rise as businesses take a severe hit from nationwide lockdowns to tackle the coronavirus.

India may need to pump $20 billion into coronavirus-hit state banks

The capital plans were still being discussed and a final decision could be taken in the second half of the fiscal year, a second government source said.

SBI cuts interest rates on FDs

Mumbai: India's largest public sector bank State Bank of India (SBI) on May 27 cut fixed deposit interest rate by 40 basis points across all tenors. This is the second rate cut in a month. The...

SBI reduces FD rates by 40bps, RBI stops sale of 7.75% bond

India Business News: State Bank of India (SBI) has reduced interest rate on its term deposits of most maturities by 40 basis points (100bps = 1 percentage point). Followin

Fixed Deposits: State Bank of India (SBI) cuts FD interest rate by 0.4% across all tenure – Check new rates

SBI Latest FD Rates: The new rates of interest will apply to fresh deposits and renewals of maturing deposits.

UCO Bank slashes lending rate by 40 basis points, MSME loans to get cheaper

The government expects banks to reduce lending rates, which is required to kick start the economy hit hard by the coronavirus-forced lockdown, among other factors

SBI cuts fixed deposit rates by 40 bps; check out new rates

The new rates on retail term deposits are applicable from May 27, according to data available on the bank's website

SBI cuts FD rates by 40 bps across all tenors. Check the new rates here

After the steep rate cut, SBI's 1 year to less than 2 year FDs will fetch 5.1 per cent, 3 years to less than 5 years will earn 5.3 per cent and 5 years and up to 10 years will earn investors 5.4 per cent.

UCO Bank slashes lending rate by 40 basis points

The government expects banks to reduce lending rates, which is required to kick start the economy hit hard by the coronavirus-forced lockdown, among other factors.

Govt amends norms; companys' contribution to PM Cares Fund to qualify as CSR expenditure

India Business News: The government has amended the norms whereby contributions by corporates to the PM CARES Fund will qualify as corporate social responsibility (CSR) sp

Govt amends norms; companys’ contribution to PM Cares Fund to qualify as CSR expenditure

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Govt amends norms; companies' contribution to PM CARES Fund to qualify as CSR expenditure

The government has amended the norms whereby contributions by corporates to the PM CARES Fund will qualify as CSR spending under the companies law

Government amends norms; companies' contribution to PM CARES Fund to qualify as CSR expenditure

The PM CARES Fund would be utilised to deal with any emergency or distress situation such as coronavirus outbreak.

Donations by companies to PM-CARES Fund notified as CSR, says govt

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had tweeted on March 29 that CSR Funds can now donate to PM CARES Fund

PM CARES now eligible to receive contribution under CSR; govt amends Act

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has allowed the CSR contributions by making changes to the Companies Act via notification dated May 26

Modi govt amends Companies Act, makes PM CARES eligible to receive CSR funds

The notification was brought in to make PM CARES fund eligible to receive CSR funding. It will be implemented with a retrospective effect and shall deem to have come into force on March 28. 

Contributions to PM CARES Fund will be considered as CSR: Centre

The Centre has notified that contributions to the PM CARES Fund will be considered as part of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) of companies. “In Schedule VII, item (viii), after the words ‘Prime

American Airlines CEO quells U.S. bankruptcy talk, says demand improving

(Reuters) - American Airlines Group Inc (AAL.O) is not considering a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, Chief Executive Doug Parker said on Wednesday and dismissed speculation that a major U.S. carrier could disappear due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Moderna rally loses steam over COVID-19 vaccine worries

(Reuters) - Shares of biotechs racing to make coronavirus vaccines, including Moderna Inc (MRNA.O), fell about 10% on Wednesday, as investor concerns grew about the prospects of the experimental products that are still in early stages of development.

Disney plans to reopen Walt Disney World starting on July 11

(Reuters) - Walt Disney Co (DIS.N) plans to reopen the world’s largest theme park, Walt Disney World, in phases beginning on July 11, if the governor of Florida approves.

Occidental is sued by shareholders, bondholders over Anadarko merger

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Occidental Petroleum Corp (OXY.N) has been sued by investors who claim they suffered billions of dollars of losses because the heavily indebted company concealed its inability to weather plunging oil prices, after paying $35.7 billion to acquire Anadarko Petroleum Corp.

Online shopping highlights Cuba's inequality in time of coronavirus

HAVANA (Reuters) - The coronavirus pandemic is highlighting growth in inequality in Communist Cuba as worsening shortages force most citizens to spend hours in line to purchase basic goods while the better-off are shopping online.

Chevron shareholders approve calls for more transparency on climate lobbying

(Reuters) - Chevron Corp shareholders on Wednesday voted to approve a proposal demanding that the company issue a report on its climate change related lobbying activities, a major win for activists against big oil.

Carlyle-backed ZoomInfo looks to raise about $800 million in Nasdaq listing

(Reuters) - ZoomInfo Technologies Inc expects to raise up to $801 million in its U.S. initial public offering (IPO), as the market for new issues rebounds after the COVID-19 pandemic put several debuts on hold for a couple of months.

Factbox: Key climate spending in EU's 'green recovery' plan

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission unveiled a 750 billion euro ($826.3 billion) package on Wednesday which it says will put fighting climate change at the heart of the bloc’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.

Roche, Novartis highlight intensifying rivalry in eye disease, MS

ZURICH (Reuters) - Swiss drugmakers Roche and Novartis underscored how their portfolios are increasingly clashing on the commercial battlefield, announcing on Wednesday new data on drugs aimed at capturing market share from each other.

Antibody drug tech firm AbCellera raises $105 million as it works on COVID-19

(Reuters) - Canadian drug discovery technology company AbCellera, which analyzes and identifies antibodies for pharmaceutical companies working on a coronavirus treatment and other medicines, said on Wednesday it had raised $105 million in funds.

Factbox: Renault and Nissan's plan to rebuild their alliance

TOKYO (Reuters) - The automaking alliance of Renault SA (RENA.PA), Nissan Motor Co (7201.T) and Mitsubishi Motors Corp (7211.T) outlined a new strategy on Wednesday whereby the strongest partner takes the lead in areas such as new technologies and parts procurement.

Top investor in Italy's Nexi cuts stake as M&A looms

MILAN (Reuters) - The top investor in Nexi has sold 8.8% of the Italian payments group, cutting its holding in a move seen by investors as easing the way for a long-awaited potential merger with rival SIA.

CATL explores new EV battery services, to add capacity: chairman

BEIJING (Reuters) - China’s top electric vehicle (EV) battery maker Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd (CATL) is exploring new battery-related services and will expand manufacturing capacity in the next two years, its chairman told Reuters.

Israel Discount Bank Q1 profit dips on spike in credit loss provision

JERUSALEM, May 27 (Reuters) - Israel Discount Bank reported a 31% decline in quarterly profit due to a sharp increase in credit loss expenses aimed to protect itself from potential bad loans stemming from the coronavirus outbreak.

Israel's Bank Leumi moves to Q1 loss due to coronavirus outbreak

TEL AVIV, May 27 (Reuters) - Bank Leumi, one of Israel’s two largest lenders, swung to a loss in the first quarter due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Effective test, track and tracing 'can reduce lost working hours by 50%'

UN research shows strong systems can reduce public fear and minimise workplace disruption

World’s largest all-electric aircraft set for first flight

Nine-seater plane should take to skies on Thursday and produce no carbon emissions

Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD returns to $1,712 and turns positive on the day

XAU/USD has bounced up from two-week lows sub $1700 on Wednesday and is turning positive on the daily charts. The precious metal has reached $1,712 ar

Gold slips below $1700 mark, over 2-week low

Gold dropped to fresh two-week lows in the last hour, with bears now looking to extend the downward trajectory further below the $1700 mark. A combina

Gold trades with modest losses, holds above $1700 amid escalating US-China tensions

Gold dropped to fresh two-week lows during the early European session and was last seen trading with modest losses, just above the $1700 mark. The com

Gold prices hit two-week low on optimism around reopening of economies

Spot gold dipped 0.3 per cent to $1,705.94 per ounce by 0502 GMT, after hitting its lowest level since May 13

Gold hits 2-week low on optimism around reopening of economies

Spot gold dipped 0.3% to $1,705.94 per ounce by 0502 GMT, after hitting its lowest level since May 13 of $1,703.40 earlier in the session. US gold futures were down 0.6% to $1,695.80.

Gold prices hit two-week low on optimism around reopening of economies; US-China tensions temper losses

Gold prices touched a two-week low on Wednesday due to optimism around the reopening of several economies, but increasing Sino-US frictions over Beijing’s proposed security law for Hong Kong tempered losses

ED attaches JP Morgan assets worth Rs 187 Cr, MNC in SC denies wrong doing in Amrapali case

During the arguments, senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi appearing for JP Morgan India, said that on Tuesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached the account of the multi-national firm to recover money to the extent as per the apex court's directions.

ED attaches JP Morgan assets worth Rs 187 cr, MNC in SC denies wrong doing in Amrapali case

The firm, JP Morgan India on other hand denied any wrong doing and said that attachment of properties by the Enforcement Directorate is blatantly illegal as it was not part of any kind of financial dealing with Amrapali Group and it was JP Morgan Singapore and Mauritius which had allegedly invested in the real estate group.

JP Morgan's Rs 187 Crore-Assets Attached, Firm Denies Wrongdoing In Top Court

The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday informed the Supreme Court that it has attached the assets worth Rs 187 crore of multi-national firm JP Morgan alleged to have been involved in syphoning of Amrapali Group home buyers money.

Amrapali case: ED attaches JP Morgan assets worth Rs187 cr, firm cries foul

A bench of Justices Arun Mishra and U U Lalit asked the Enforcement Directorate to file a short reply on the grievance raised by the JP Morgan India

Amrapali case: ED attaches JP Morgan India accounts worth Rs 187 crore

The Supreme Court on Friday had allowed the agency to attach the investment banking firm's assets to recover the amount identified as proceeds of crime under PMLA

NTPC to foray into distribution, keen to buy majority stake in BRPL, BYPL

In a letter written to Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) on May 26, 2020, the power giant said, "NTPC has decided to foray into power distribution sector and keen on acquiring the distribution assets (BRPL and BYPL)".

NTPC eyes majority stake in Delhi distribution cos.

Plans to enter distribution business

NTPC to enter distribution space, eyes ADAG's two BSES discoms in Delhi

The ADAG has two discoms namely BSES Rajdhani Power Ltd (BRPL) and BSES Yamuna Power Ltd (BYPL)

NTPC eyes majority stake in ADAG’s Delhi power utilities

Power giant, the first PSU in the race for stake in two BSES firms

NTPC to foray into distribution, keen to buy majority stake in BRPL, BYPL

This assumes significance because NTPC is primarily power generation company.