Business Trump reverses course on Intel CEO amid US-China chip showdown Just days after demanding that Intel's CEO step down over alleged conflicts tied to China, Trump met with him in the White House — a whiplash reversal that sent the company's stock soaring. 12/08/2025
Business EU clears Just Eat takeover but imposes strict anti-cartel ruling Brussels approves Naspers’ takeover of Just Eat Takeaway.com but orders Delivery Hero’s owner to sell down rival shares to safeguard competition in Europe’s food delivery market. 11/08/2025
Business Brexit sends Brits to Europe for Louboutins in a blow to UK luxury British shoppers are heading to Europe for ‘cheaper’ luxury, while the UK loses its competitive edge as the only major destination with no VAT-free shopping for international visitors. 09/08/2025
Markets Crypto giant Binance gets BBVA backing to fix reputation, report says After a history of questionable trading practices, mega crypto exchange Binance is teaming up with Spain’s BBVA to let traders park their assets with the bank — a major shift for the digital asset world. 08/08/2025
Economy China’s exports grow despite tariff turmoil as trade pivots to Africa While a trade deal with the US is still being fine-tuned and talks are underway, the Chinese economy reports export growth and a rerouting of trade to Africa. 07/08/2025
Economy Trump cranks up India tariffs to 50% in an attempt to pressure Russia Brazil and India now face the world’s steepest blanket tariff at 50%, with India targeted for Russian oil purchases undermining US sanctions. 06/08/2025
Economy Despite tough talk, most Canadian, Mexican goods dodge Trump tariffs Canada and Mexico have been at the centre of Trump's tariff positioning from day one, but it seems that the pre-existing USMCA deal protects most goods from US tariffs. 06/08/2025
Markets Pfizer earnings strong despite Trump’s new 'up to 250%' tariff threat Pfizer beat earnings expectations and improved its outlook for the rest of the year, despite fresh statements from Trump announcing pharma tariffs next week. 05/08/2025
Economy Boeing strike stalls production of new and advanced Trump fighter jet The walkout of more than 3,200 Boeing workers on Monday could delay the rollout of the next‑generation F‑47 fighter jet, a cornerstone of plans to cement future US air superiority. 04/08/2025
Business Why copper, aluminium and steel drive Trump’s MAGA agenda Trump’s 50% tariffs on steel, copper and aluminium go beyond mere economics — they’re a bid to reclaim lost US industries and energise his MAGA base. 04/08/2025
Business Amazon, Apple post solid earnings but tariffs dampen investor appetite Tariffs and the AI race have made tech investors more cautious, with Amazon and Apple’s second quarter results showing that the market is no longer betting on Big Tech as a whole — only on those with a clear edge. 01/08/2025
Economy 'Liberation Day' 2.0: What's coming and who will feel it the most Trump’s sweeping package of tariffs, released on so-called "Liberation Day", targeted nearly every corner of the globe. Now, after months of pauses and delays, it’s soon set to come into force. 01/08/2025
Markets Microsoft surpasses $4 trillion valuation after stellar earnings Microsoft revealed for the first time that Azure, the engine of its AI ambitions, now pulls in more than €65 billion a year — cheering investors. 31/07/2025
Business Seven all-American products that are actually 'Made in Europe' Trump’s tariffs are aimed at ostensibly boosting US production and fostering a “local for locals” sensibility. Except, it turns out that several American product staples are actually... "Made in Europe"? 31/07/2025
Economy Trump announces tariffs on India and penalty for Russian imports Ahead of Friday's new tariff package, Trump announced that a 25% tariff would be imposed on India along with another unspecified penalty for importing Russian oil and weapons despite US sanctions. 30/07/2025
Business Mercedes sees profits slump by more than half amid US tariff turmoil German carmaking powerhouse Mercedes-Benz also issued new predictions for this year’s revenue, indicating that it will be significantly below last year's total. 30/07/2025
Business Automotive giant Stellantis faces €1.5 billion hit from US tariffs Stellantis is bracing for €1.5 billion in losses due to US tariffs this year, placed both on cars and car parts. 29/07/2025
Economy China announces fertility subsidy programm as births hit historic lows After decades of curbing births, China is urgently trying to reverse a population slump that puts its economic and political future at risk. 29/07/2025
Economy US and China push through high-stakes tariff talks in Sweden Representatives of the world’s two largest economies meet in Sweden as the expiration date for a 90‑day pause on tariffs draws near. 29/07/2025
Markets Investors pivot to UK stocks as US faces continued instability UK stocks boost performance as foreign investors shift away from US assets, citing 'higher-risk' concerns. 29/07/2025