Japan exports rise more than expected in October, rebounding from 43 month low

Japan exports rise more than expected in October, rebounding from 43-month low

Japan's trade deficit expanded to 461.2 billion yen ($2.98 billion), compared to September's revised figure of 294.1 billion yen.

Business - CNBC - 2 hours ago

China October exports record highest jump in 19 months, imports decline more than expected

The world's second largest economy has been grappling with weakening domestic consumption and a protracted property crisis, with exports being a rare bright spot.

Business - CNBC - November 7

Japan records a trade deficit in October for a 4th straight month, despite export recovery

Japan racked up a trade deficit in October for the fourth month in a row, as a weak yen and rising energy prices kept import costs high

World - ABC News - 2 hours ago

'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages

Water UK chief apologises for the industry's performance as the sector faces a "root and branch" review.

Euro zone inflation rises to higher-than-expected 2%, weakening case for jumbo rate cut

The fresh inflation print is seen as crucial in judging whether the European Central Bank could consider a half-percentage-point interest rate cut.

Business - CNBC - October 31

China's exports grew 12.7% in October, fastest pace in more than 2 years

China has reported its exports rose 12.7% in October from a year earlier, the fastest monthly growth in more than two years

World - ABC News - November 7

Private job creation totaled a stunning 233,000 in October, far more than expected, ADP says

ADP said it was the best month for job creation since July 2023.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Private job creation totaled a stunning 233,000 in October, far more than expected, ADP says

Private-job creation burst to its highest level in more than a year during October, despite a devastating storm season in the Southeast and major labor disruptions, ADP reported Wednesday.

Chicago business-activity index drops to five-month low in October

Index falls to 41.6, falling short of 46.8 consensus forecast.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

Hundreds more babies in US died than expected in months after Roe was overturned

Study shows roughly 247 more infant deaths per month in October, March and April following supreme court’s decision. In the 18 months after the US supreme court overturned Roe v Wade, leading more ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

China's steel exports expected to falter in 2025 as pain from tariffs spread

Steel producers in China face a double-whammy of mounting overseas tariffs and weakened domestic demand at home.

Business - CNBC - October 25

What Trump's return to the White House could mean for global bond yields

It is thought that Trump's pledge to introduce tax cuts and steep tariffs could boost economic growth — but widen the fiscal deficit and refuel inflation.

Business - CNBC - 1 hour ago

UK inflation surges above Bank of England's 2% target, curbing December rate cut expectations

The hike marks a sharp increase from the 1.7% rise recorded in September and exceeds the 2.2% forecast of economists polled by Reuters.

Business - CNBC - 28 minutes ago

Liverpool expect to make more than £60m a year from new Adidas kit deal

German company to replace Nike from 2025-26 season Slot says Liverpool can get better despite flying start Liverpool expect to make more than £60m a year from a new kit deal with Adidas that ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

Inside Goldman Sachs’ years-long power struggle over its China venture

A deal with a prominent Chinese banker gave the US group market access, but securing full control cost a lot more than it expected

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Trump’s victory will change America. But Europe can have a different future

Democratic norms look unusually fragile in the US. Historian Mark Mazower argues that it is an outlier, not a precursor

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

What a shuttered quarry says about Mexico’s investment climate

The forced closure of a US-owned site in Yucatán asks questions about new president Claudia Sheinbaum and the private sector

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Lebanon is studying US-drafted ceasefire proposal, official says

Resolution would move Iran-backed Hizbollah troops north of the Litani river and create multinational task force

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Mexico ups deficit forecast as economists warn of slowing growth

Budget sets out sharp cuts to public spending as new government seeks to restore fiscal credibility

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Elon Musk backs Howard Lutnick as agent for ‘change’ at US Treasury

Tesla boss publicly lobbies Trump to choose Cantor Fitzgerald boss over Scott Bessent in key economic role

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Snap shares jump after results come in better than expected

Shares of Snap Inc. rose after hours on Tuesday after the social-media platform reported third-quarter results that beat expectations and said its board authorized a stock buyback of up to $500 ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

U.S. crude oil rebounds nearly 2% after selling off last week

Traders increasingly believe Israel-Iran tensions will not lead to an oil supply disruption in the Middle East.

Business - CNBC - October 21

24 more monkeys found after 43 escape from South Carolina research facility

An additional 24 monkeys believed to be among 43 that escaped a South Carolina research facility last week have been recovered, and eyes are on a "sizable group" nearby, police said Sunday.

10-year Treasury yield ends lower after strong auction as investors await election results

Long-dated Treasury yields erased their rise to end lower Tuesday following an auction of 10-year notes that met solid demand as investors awaited the outcome of the U.S. presidential election.

Business - MarketWatch - November 5

More than half of voters expected to cast early ballot: Gallup

Americans have turned out in record numbers to cast their ballots early in the general election, with more than half of the country’s registered voters having already voted or planning to vote ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Chevron beats earnings expectations, returns more than $7 billion to shareholders

Chevron's stock is largely flat for the year, underperforming the S&P 500 energy sector which has gained more than 6%.

Business - CNBC - November 1

Maresca: 'Expected more' from captain James

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has said the club's dressing room lacks a "proper leader" and has been left "expecting more" from captain Reece James this season.

Sports - ESPN - October 26

Adnoc Gas Expects Earnings Boost From Rising Gas Demand

Adnoc Gas, one of the world’s biggest natural-gas producers, targets a jump in earnings by 2029 as it boosts supply to capitalize on growing demand for gas.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 11

October was one of the driest months in history

The month of October proved to be one of the driest months in American history with various states reporting no rain for 31 days. Cities including New York, Houston, Dallas, Philadelphia and San ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Charter’s broadband saga may have bottomed. Has its stock done the same?

Charter shed 110,000 internet customers in the quarter, but a MoffettNathanson analyst thinks the rate of decline has bottomed out.

Business - MarketWatch - November 1

Eurozone inflation rises to 2% in October

Annual figure is slightly above expectations and matched the ECB’s target

Business - Financial Times - October 31

More than 50 people rescued from Channel, says French coastguard

Several bodies pulled from sea after boat got into difficulty off coast of Audresselles on Monday night. More than 50 people have been rescued after attempting to cross the Channel and the bodies ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

The House GOP is more aligned with Trump than ever: From the Politics Desk

About two-thirds of the House GOP majority taking office next year joined Congress in 2017 or later. They only know a world where Trump has been a leader of their party.

U.S. crude oil prices rise more than 2%, extend gains to above $72 per barrel

Traders increasingly view a supply disruption in the Middle East due to Israel-Iran tensions as unlikely.

Business - CNBC - October 22

Kraft Heinz’s stock drops as sales volumes fall again, more than prices rise

Kraft Heinz misses sales expectations again, as volumes keep falling, and the stock heads for a three-month low.

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

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