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EssilorLuxottica bets on glasses replacing smartphones as value hits €100bn
Eyewear giant chief Francesco Milleri says wearable technology developed with Meta will fuel growthBusiness - Financial Times - November 1 -
The New Investment Superpower Outflanking China and the U.S. in Africa
The tiny United Arab Emirates has invested billions in east Africa, where it is now emerging as a significant player, at times muscling out China and annoying the U.S.World - The Wall Street Journal - 3 days ago -
Apple returns to top 5 smartphone ranking in China with iPhone 16 as Huawei battle ramps up
Apple returned to the top five ranking of China's smartphone market, helped by the launch of the iPhone 16, but its growth was still outpaced by Huawei.Business - CNBC - October 25 -
Apple hits an all-time high as new smartphone data sides with the bulls in a sea of negativity
Shipments of iPhones rose 3.5% year over year in the third quarter, according to IDC.Business - CNBC - October 15 -
Blasts across Lebanon as Israel targets Hezbollah banks
The Israeli military tells people in more than 20 areas in Lebanon to leave, ahead of its overnight strikes.Top stories - BBC News - October 21 -
Israel strikes banks across Lebanon to hit Hezbollah's finances
ZOUK MOSBEH, Lebanon — The Israeli military hit bank branches across Lebanon overnight to target Hezbollah’s finances, expanding its offensive in an assault that sparked panic as the U.S. launched ...Top stories - NBC News - October 21 -
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UK borrowing costs hit highest level this year as gilt sell-off intensifies
Bond markets unnerved by scale of extra borrowing in chancellor Rachel Reeves’ BudgetBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
Western consumer groups unconvinced by China’s economic stimulus efforts
Falling sales for luxury, beauty and beer companies fuel doubts about Beijing’s attempts to boost confidenceBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
How a TV Hit Sparked Debate About Birthrates in Africa
The Sani family in northern Nigeria has six children, more than the parents can afford but fewer than their own parents had. Birthrates, and the decisions couples make about family size, are ...World - The New York Times - October 21 -
Views of China hit new low: Survey
Americans have a deteriorating view of China and its relations with the U.S., according to a Thursday report published by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. Participants ranked the country 26 ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
Mercedes-Benz and Porsche look for cost cuts after China slump hits profits
German carmakers exposed to Asian nation’s economic malaise after benefiting from its booming auto marketBusiness - Financial Times - October 25 -
China warning hits another medical equipment maker
Smith & Nephew shares slumped on Thursday as it became the second health equipment company in a week to warn that Chinese sales were getting hit hard.Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
China's Ministry of Finance is taking aim at local debt problems before tackling broader economic challenges
In his opening remarks on Saturday, Minister of Finance Lan Fo'an laid out four measures, starting with increasing support for local governments in resolving debt risks.Business - CNBC - October 14 -
U.S. crude oil prices fall more than 2% after OPEC cuts demand forecast again
Soft demand in China has weighed on the market for months.Business - CNBC - October 14 -
China to boost financing for approved housing projects to $560 billion to counter property slump
China has announced it will expand the amount of financing available for housing projects on a “white list” to 4 trillion yuan ($562 billion), seeking to reverse a slump in the property industryWorld - ABC News - October 17 -
BHP chief sparks fresh Anglo bid speculation after South Africa trip
Mike Henry and miner’s M&A executive met with government officials as standstill period expires next monthBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
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Nigeria’s army chief, who led country through one of Africa's longest conflicts, dies
Nigeria’s army chief, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, who led soldiers through a critical period in the fight against Islamic extremists in the West African nation’s hard-hit northeast, has died ...World - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Blasts heard across Beirut after Israel warns it will hit Hezbollah-linked finance group
Hundreds evacuate after Israeli military says it will strike areas linked to Al-Qard Al-Hassan association, a US-sanctioned banking system. See all our Middle East coverage Hundreds of Beirut ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Spain's king and queen pelted with mud in flood-hit Valencia
Protesters shouted "murderer" at Felipe VI, and the prime minister had to be evacuated as the crowd grew hostile.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
Mud and insults thrown as Spanish king and PM visit flood-hit town
King Felipe heckled in Paiporta, one of the municipalities worst affected by last week’s floods. Hundreds of people have heckled Spain’s King Felipe and Queen Letizia, as well as the prime minister ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Angry crowds hurl mud and insults at Spain's king in flood-hit Valencia
Angry residents in the town of Paiporta shouted "murderers" and threw mud at Spanish King Felipe VI as he was surveying the damage from historic flash floods that killed more than 200 people in the ...Top stories - NBC News - 6 days ago -
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BHP chief sees signs of recovery in China after September stimulus
Mike Henry says ‘green shoots’ in property, where miner’s iron ore and copper fuel constructionWorld - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
UK regulator sets out plans for earlier banker bonuses
Prudential Regulation Authority chief says 8-year deferral period, introduced after financial crisis, could be cut to 5 yearsBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
‘800lb gorilla’: luxury brands battle China’s hit grey-market app
Sales of top brands on DeWu make up estimated 70% of country’s grey market as consumers hunt for lower pricesWorld - Financial Times - October 15 -
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Luxury goods shares fall as China slowdown hits LVMH
Owner of Louis Vuitton and Dior brands reports 16% drop in third-quarter sales in Asia excluding JapanBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
China cuts interest rates in battle to hit year-end growth target
Beijing steps up efforts to reboot economy amid mounting pressure to achieve goal of about 5% growthWorld - Financial Times - October 21 -
U.S. Farmers Brace for Hit to China Exports Under Trump
The President-elect’s promised tariffs on Chinese imports will be met with retaliatory duties on American imports, which have hit the agricultural sector hard since 2018.Business - Inc. - 2 days ago -
King Charles becomes Samoan ‘high chief’ and drinks narcotic kava at welcoming ceremony
Locals also planned to raise the issue of climate change with the monarch, who is on his first visit to Samoa as king. King Charles III has taken part in a traditional kava-drinking ceremony before ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
Edwards hits late free throws to lift the Timberwolves past the Kings, 117-115
Anthony Edwards hit a pair of free throws with 2.4 seconds remaining and the Timberwolves spoiled Sacramento’s opener by beating the Kings 117-115Sports - ABC News - October 25 -
WATCH: Protesters throw mud at Spain’s King Felipe during visit to flood-hit area
Spain's King Felipe VI was confronted Sunday by some angry residents while visiting a town devastated by catastrophic flooding, with some pelting him with mud and chanting "asesinos," or "murderers."Top stories - ABC News - 5 days ago
