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Mortgages under 4% are back but dangers lurk for borrowers

There is greater competition among mortgage firms but no guarantee that rates will keep falling, brokers say.

Trump opened Pandora’s box on ‘Liberation Day’. Can it ever be closed again?

Near the end of his first 100 days, Trump’s tariffs have put the global economy in disarray – does it matter if he is having second thoughts?

How Pope Francis Wooed Donors

Efforts to fix the Vatican’s broken finances helped restore confidence among big givers. But the work isn’t finished.

How to Talk to Your Children About Money in These Uncertain Times

Children may not understand the stock market or inflation, but they can pick up on their parents’ financial worries. Experts offer advice on dealing with the subject.

Virginia Giuffre, Voice in Epstein Sex-Trafficking Scandal, Dies at 41

She accused Jeffrey Epstein and his co-conspirator, Ghislaine Maxwell, of recruiting her to join their predatory ring. She also sued Prince Andrew for sexual assault.

Buy now, stock up or delay: Here's what consumers are snapping up or putting off in the face of tariffs

Fears of tariff-related higher prices have motivated consumers to buy cars early, but it's also contributing to a hesitance to buy and a hunger for deals.

Plane tickets are getting cheaper as domestic travel demand weakens

Airlines are trimming their domestic schedules as leisure traveler demand comes in lighter than expected.

More Americans are financing groceries with buy now, pay later loans — and more are paying those bills late, survey says

Consumers are using buy now, pay later plans to pay for essentials such as groceries, as concerns around the economy grow.

Bessent Seeks to Reassure Global Leaders on Dollar’s Role as Safe Haven

Participants at the I.M.F and World Bank meetings this week reckoned with the prospect that the U.S. safe haven could lose its luster.

How Tariffs Could Make Americans’ Hobbies More Expensive

As tariffs threaten the cost of synth knobs, wine corks, specialty butters and trading card sleeves, the stuff that makes American life fun may become out of reach.

Harvard’s War With Trump Forces Question of How Endowments Should Be Spent

The Trump administration’s war on elite universities has forced them to consider whether it’s ever worth dipping into the trust.

M&S stops online orders and issues refunds after cyber attack

The firm has stopped taking orders on its website and apps, including for food and clothes.

How Sarah Paiji Yoo, the Co-Founder of Blueland, Spends Her Sundays

Sarah Paiji Yoo, the co-founder of Blueland, spends her Sunday hunting for ice cream, avoiding single-use plastic and getting a foot massage with her husband.

Why are European luxury brands caught in China-US trade war crossfire?

Amid US-China trade war, videos showcasing China’s manufacturing prowess went viral but also drew controversy.

Could South America benefit from Trump's trade tariffs?

Countries in the continent may see exports rise as both the US and China need new suppliers.

MercadoLibre CEO says US-China trade war is a big opportunity for Latin America

Galperin told CNBC's Robert Frank he believes there will be a "permanent shift" in U.S.-China trade relations.

Markets Rise Amid Investors’ Hope of Tariff Easing

The S&P 500 rose 4.6 percent this week, with Wall Street grasping for scraps of information about tariffs and other crucial issues that can shift daily.

Reeves suggests UK trade with EU more important than US

The chancellor indicates that moving closer to the EU on trade is a bigger priority than the US.

International tourism to the U.S. slumps, but Americans can't stop traveling overseas

United Airlines and Delta Air Lines say international and premium travel is robust while domestic coach-class travel and some corporate travel has slowed.

China Rejects Trump Claim of Tariff Talks With Xi

President Trump said that “we’re meeting with China” on tariffs, comments aimed at soothing jittery financial markets. But Chinese officials say no talks have taken place.

China Is Weighing Tariff Exemptions on Some U.S. Imports

An American business group said Chinese officials had surveyed companies about American products that are crucial to their supply chains.

Novo Nordisk scores major legal win that bars many compounded versions of Wegovy, Ozempic

Patients flocked to those Ozempic, Wegovy copycats when the branded drugs were in short supply, or if they didn't have insurance coverage for the treatments.

Tariff Uncertainty and Recession Fears Fuel the ‘No Buy’ Movement

The uncertainty surrounding President Trump’s tariffs has invigorated an underconsumption movement that took off early this year on TikTok and other platforms.

Trump Budget to Take Ax to ‘Radical’ Safety Net Programs

A draft document outlines steep cuts or the elimination of funding for programs that provide child care, housing assistance, foreign aid and health research.

Gatwick to accept 'stricter limits' on plane noise

Gatwick has responded to the Secretary of State's request for feedback on additional conditions.

F.D.A. Scientists Are Reinstated at Agency Food Safety Labs

After 20 percent of the agency’s work force was cut, federal health officials have decided to bring back some experts and review firings to fill gaps in critical roles.

Hairdresser fears she could lose home over tax hikes

The British Hair Consortium is calling on Rachel Reeves to cut VAT to 10% in June's spending review.

Why Trump keeps attacking the US central bank

The US central bank is one of Trump's favourite punching bags. But how serious is the threat?

With Khloud, Khloe Kardashian Will Release a Protein-Packed Popcorn

Social media has fueled a “proteinification” of snacks, and Khloé Kardashian is hopping on board with a line of enhanced popcorn.

Uncertainty Over Trump’s Tariffs Paralyzes U.S. Businesses

The Times heard from hundreds of American companies, most of them small businesses, that face a reckoning because of President Trump’s steep import taxes.

RFK Jr. Wants to Ban Food Dyes. Manufacturers Are in No Hurry.

Companies make packaged food without synthetic dyes in other countries. But despite pressure from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the change isn’t likely to happen quickly in the United States.

Alaska Airlines warns of slower demand as second-quarter profit outlook falls short

Alaska Airlines warned of weaker demand, pressuring airfares.

Private jet demand declines as tariffs spook would-be buyers

A new survey of jet brokers shows that even buyers with deep pockets are pulling back.

‘It’s everything’: 5-year-high pork cancellation signals China weaning off US farm goods

American farmers likely to face dire consequences in trade war as the mainland rolls out high tariffs, cancels orders: analysts.

Israel’s A.I. Experiments in Gaza War Raise Ethical Concerns

Israel developed new artificial intelligence tools to gain an advantage in the war. The technologies have sometimes led to fatal consequences.

Facing the Trump Tariffs, Markets Are Bracing for an Economic Storm

The markets face a baffling prospect: continual disruptions from the White House with potentially severe consequences.

Will Cars, Phones and Other Goods Be Too Big to Tariff?

Washington and Beijing increasingly look likely to de-escalate their trade war. But the economic damage and ongoing uncertainty may persist for a while.

Inflation falls to 2.3% in Jersey

The latest inflation figures from Statistics Jersey show prices rose by 2.3% in the last quarter.

In China, pure EVs regain market leadership on lithium cost, battery technology

Lithium prices are just one-ninth of the peak in 2022, allowing EV makers to win over new buyers in mainland China.

As Trump targets Harvard and nonprofits, wealthy donors are wary of stepping up their giving

Many philanthropists are wary of getting caught in the political crossfire, but some are stepping up during the funding crisis.

Annual energy bills predicted to fall by £166 in July

The forecast fall in the cost of energy would reverse three consecutive increases in the price cap.

US firms cautious about investing in China amid rising tensions, AmCham says

Many American companies no longer prioritising Chinese market despite Beijing’s efforts to woo foreign investors, new report finds.

Reeves: There is a deal to be done with the US

Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks to the BBC ahead of talks with her US counterpart in Washington on Friday.

Water bosses could now face jail for cover-ups

New powers mean law-breaking executives can be sent to prison for up to two years.

Retail sales see biggest rise for nearly four years

Sales rose for the third month in a row in March as warmer weather helped to boost trade.

Whiskey Fraud Strikes Britain and Ireland

Small investors in Britain and Ireland have fallen prey to companies selling casks that turn out to be untraceable or nonexistent.

At G20 in Washington, top Chinese officials slam trade war as talks remain elusive

Central bank governor and finance minister address G20 ministers but conclude trip without official dialogue with US counterparts.

Company bosses warn over tariffs impact

Several firms have cut their profit forecasts or withdrawn them citing economic uncertainty.

China’s exporters face domestic challenges amid intensifying trade war, low demand

Beijing has announced measures to support firms hurt by US tariffs, but businesses warn of challenges in domestic market.

China has halted rare earth exports, can Australia step up?

Australia has proposed to create a strategic reserve of critical minerals.

China puts onus on stability as Beijing vows domestic support amid US trade war

China’s Politburo says authorities will roll out specific plans to companies and individuals affected by the trade war.

Shanghai launches plan to lead development of China’s commercial space sector

China’s financial hub steps up challenge to American space giants such as SpaceX and Blue Origin.

Mum's pop-up shop aims to make prom affordable

Julie Sarahs decided to take action after her daughter's prom was cancelled twice.

Struggling food bank to limit people to one bag

St Mary's Church in Darlington says its food bank service costs £200 per week and faces closure.

Why the Post Office paid £600m to stay shackled to the faulty Horizon system

Not owning crucial code has meant it has been unable to replace the system that led to a scandal.

Trump’s ‘anxious’ tariff remark, Hong Kong Mandarin Oriental makeover: SCMP’s 7 highlights

From China unveiling a stealth jet advance to Hong Kong Mandarin Oriental hotel’s makeover, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

U.S. Urges Japan and South Korea to Commit to Alaska L.N.G. Project

A group advising President Trump on energy policy is seeking meetings with Japan and South Korea’s trade ministries, with the hope of announcing progress in early June.

California passes Japan as fourth largest economy

The US state expresses worries that President Donald Trump's tariffs could stunt future growth.

Elon Musk Backs Away From Washington, but DOGE Remains

The Department of Government Efficiency has already made an immense imprint on the government, but it has not come close to Elon Musk’s pledge of cutting $1 trillion.

Elon Musk and DOGE’s Savings May Be Erased by New Costs

An expert on the federal work force estimates that the speed and chaos of Mr. Musk’s cuts to the bureaucracy will cost taxpayers $135 billion this fiscal year.

Could China ever learn to live with GDP growth of less than 5 per cent?

Three Chinese economists argue rigid growth target causes local governments to misallocate resources and take on excessive debt.

Who will win the race to develop a humanoid robot?

Humanoid robots are attracting a lot of investment but will China dominate the industry?

Publisher of PCMag and Mashable Sues OpenAI

Ziff Davis, which owns more than 45 media properties, is accusing the tech company of infringing on the publisher’s copyrights and diluting its trademarks.

Multinationals vow big China investments, defying tariffs and bucking wait-and-see trend

A US$2 billion deal between Toyota and Shanghai shows how foreign direct investment is still finding its way to China despite trade war with the US.

China should boost consumption to offset slowdown and trade war with US, IMF says

Having cut China’s growth forecast, fund officials also suggest stronger social protections and doing more to address property sector woes.

Comcast stock drops as investors balk at weakness in broadband

Comcast lost 199,000 total domestic broadband customers, reflecting the continued pressure on the cable giant's cornerstone business.

Stocks Extend Gains as Investors Weigh Fed Rates and Tariff Talk

After an early wobble, markets resumed rising after Chinese officials contradicted suggestions from President Trump and others about tariff negotiations.

Merck lowers profit outlook, partly due to $200 million expected tariff hit

Merck said the expected tariff charge primarily reflects levies between the U.S. and China, but does not account for Trump's planned pharmaceutical tariffs.

Pepsico Cuts Growth Forecast Amid Tariffs and Slowed Consumer Spending

PepsiCo’s earnings call pointed to anxious consumers as to why sales had slowed, echoing comments by Chipotle and Procter & Gamble.

Companies from Chipotle to Delta are worried about Trump's tariffs. Here's what they're saying

PepsiCo, Chipotle and Procter & Gamble are among the companies that lowered their forecasts.

Trump Cuts Threaten Agency Running Meals on Wheels

A tiny division responsible for overseeing services for people with disabilities and older Americans is being dismantled as part of an overhaul by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary.

The Cybercriminals Who Organized a $243 Million Crypto Heist

How luxury cars, $500,000 bar tabs and a mysterious kidnapping attempt helped investigators unravel the heist of a lifetime.

Corporate America shelled out millions for Trump's inauguration. Now he's upending many of their businesses

Corporations like Target, McDonald's and Delta donated to Trump's inaugural committee after skipping the last two cycles. Now he has roiled their businesses.

March home sales drop to their slowest pace since 2009

Home sales in March were weaker than expected, due to higher mortgage rates and concern over the broader economy.

American liquor exports hit record high in 2024, driven by tariffs

U.S. Spirits exports reached a record $2.4 billion in 2024 driven in large part by tariff fears.

Chinese Factory Owners Make Appeals to Americans on TikTok: Buy Direct

Videos on the social media app, filmed at factories in China, urge viewers to buy luxury goods directly, as tariffs drive up prices. Americans are receptive.

Cyber attack causes further chaos for M&S shoppers

Customers have reported problems with click and collect orders as well as card and contactless payments.

Tariffs on China Aren’t Likely to Rescue U.S. Medical Gear Industry

The few domestic companies that still make protective gear for health care workers have clamored for federal intervention. But they worry President Trump’s trade war with China won’t help.

China tells Trump: If you want trade talks, cancel tariffs

China denies any trade talks with the US as it calls for sweeping tariffs to be cancelled.

Ed Miliband 'considering' regional energy pricing

Ed Miliband says "zonal pricing" or reformed national pricing are the only available options to overhaul the energy market.

Procter & Gamble CEO says price hikes are 'likely,' as Tide owner cuts outlook due to tariffs, uncertainty

Procter & Gamble's quarterly earnings topped estimates, but its revenue fell short of expectations.

Hasbro forecasts as much as $300 million impact if China tariffs don't come down

Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks said the company will be forced to raise prices and warned of potential job losses as the company tries to absorb costs.

American Airlines withdraws 2025 forecast on murky economic outlook

American Airlines joined Delta, Southwest and Alaska in pulling its 2025 financial guidance.

Trump’s Tariffs Expected to Grind Germany’s Growth to a Halt

The German government scaled back its prediction for 2025 to zero economic growth, citing the turbulence caused by U.S. tariffs, as well as stubborn bureaucracy and high energy prices.

Sky-high US tariffs to hit Boeing, Chinese airliners and China’s home-grown jets

As the trade war fallout continues to spread, full domestic sourcing of parts for China-made planes ‘is unlikely to happen before 2035’, analyst says.

PepsiCo cuts earnings forecast as it predicts 'uncertainty' in tariffs, consumer spending

PepsiCo cut its forecast for its core constant currency earnings per share, citing new tariffs.

With Underdog Brand, Jason Kelce Takes ‘Made in the U.S.’ Seriously

For his new Underdog line of sweatshirts and T-shirts, the retired football star had specific thoughts on fit, materials and where the garments were made.

Tax-free parcels rule used by Shein and Temu under review

Retailers argue that cheap foreign rivals are undercutting business using a tax-free status on small parcels.

The Briefing Room

Can the UK become an AI superpower as the government hopes?

Bristol Myers Squibb tops quarterly estimates, hikes outlook as drugmaker braces for tariffs

The guidance revisions include the estimated impact of current tariffs on U.S. products shipped to China, but not Trump's planned pharmaceutical tariffs.

2025 Shanghai Auto Show: Chinese carmakers hit the brakes on auto-driving hype after crash

‘Safety’ is the big buzzword as firms adjust tone amid Beijing’s closer scrutiny after a fatal crash involving a driver-assistance system.

Southwest to cut flights this year, pulls guidance, citing 'macroeconomic uncertainty'

Southwest Airlines said it plans to cut flights in the second half of 2025 and pulled its 2025 and 2026 guidance.

China’s wealthy are hoarding cash amid an uncertain economy, survey finds

Chinese high-net-worth investors are wary of taking risks during a period of intense turbulence.

Has Trump’s Tariff Fight Passed Its Peak?

Many investors and business leaders increasingly believe President Trump will dial back his trade battles. Not everyone is willing to commit to that bet.

How China is expanding and accelerating its ‘special bonds’ programme

Beijing is issuing more ultra-long-term government bonds as it strives to shore up the Chinese economy amid an intensifying US trade war.

Leaders of Mental Health Giant Promised Big Bonuses to Deal With Federal Investigations

Acadia Healthcare’s chief executive was awarded a $1.8 million bonus to respond to “unprecedented governmental inquiries” into allegations of holding psychiatric patients against their will.

Tripped Up: I Gave Up My Seat for $800, but Frontier Forgot to Pay Me.

When the low-cost airline asked for 20 volunteers to take a later flight, one of them never received the promised voucher. Was a handwritten list to blame?

‘Fake news’: China dismisses claims of US trade talks

Government ministries say trade negotiations not being considered after US President Donald Trump suggested the two countries have been in contact.

The Inquiry

Why Donald Trump has chosen to upend global trading

China’s latest market access negative list opens new sectors to private firms

NDRC reduces number of areas in which restrictions apply from 117 to 106.

Trump crypto soars as president offers dinner to top holders

The meme coin's website says its 220 top investors will be invited to a gala event with the president.

For China’s Trolls, ‘Chairman Trump’ and ‘Eyeliner Man’ Are Easy Targets

Online mockery of President Trump is fodder for the Communist Party’s propagandists. For liberal-minded Chinese, it is a creative expression of shock at his policies.

Boeing CEO says China has stopped taking its aircraft amid trade war

CEO Kelly Ortberg said that a few 737 Max planes that were in China set to be delivered to carriers there have been flown back to the U.S.

Why China’s robot makers are unfazed by US tariffs: ‘we’re the only supplier’

Many firms say they feel little pressure to lower prices, as there are few viable alternatives to their products.

Karen Durbin, 80, Dies; ‘Fearless’ Feminist Who Edited The Village Voice

A fierce advocate of sexual liberation, she pushed the alternative weekly to cover women’s issues, as well as gay rights and avant-garde culture.

Trump’s Tariffs Bump Into Reality as Economic Strategy Wavers

President Trump has said his punishing tariffs would force companies to build factories in the United States. But it is far from clear that they will have the effects he predicted.

New Study Could Bolster Climate Laws to Make Polluters Pay

Vermont was the first state to try to hold polluters accountable for climate disasters. New research aims to assign specific responsibility.

EU Fines Apple and Meta Total of $800 Million in First Use of Digital Competition Law

The European Commission said the Silicon Valley companies violated the Digital Markets Act, a law meant to crimp the power of the largest tech firms.

Eli Lilly sues four telehealth sites selling compounded Zepbound, Mounjaro

Eli Lilly & Co. is suing four telehealth companies selling compounded versions of Lilly's weight-loss drug Zepbound and its diabetes drug Mounjaro.

China’s ‘involution’ trap is hurting nation’s competitiveness, state media warns

Economic Daily commentary says ‘neijuan’ – a self-defeating cycle of too much competition – is still prevalent and poses a threat to sustainable growth.

Perkins Coie and WilmerHale Ask Judges to Block Trump’s Orders

Perkins Coie and WilmerHale asked two federal judges on Wednesday to permanently put an end to President Trump’s threats to their businesses.

Trump Offers a Private Dinner to Top 220 Investors in His Memecoin

The offer, which caused President Trump’s memecoin to surge in price, was his family’s latest effort to profit from cryptocurrencies.

YouTube Turns 20: From ‘Lazy Sunday’ to ‘Hot Ones’

The video-streaming platform has revolutionized how we watch things. Here’s a timeline of its biggest moments.

Trump considering exemption for automakers on some tariffs, White House says

Trump is considering exemptions for automakers from some tariffs announced by his administration, the White House confirmed Wednesday.

Chipotle is seeing a 'slowdown' in consumer spending as 2025 gets off to a rough start

Chipotle's same-store sales fell in the first quarter for the first time since 2020.

Trump Team Races to Form Trade Deals After Tariffs Sow Global Chaos

The president’s threats of tariffs have brought countries like Japan, South Korea and India rushing to negotiate, but they have sown chaos with bigger trading partners like China.

How Safe Are Helicopter Sightseeing Tours?

The F.A.A. allows many of these popular flights to operate under less stringent rules than other commercial aviation, opening the door to dangers like pilot fatigue.

Boeing to seek FAA approval this year to increase 737 Max production as losses narrow

Boeing's first quarter loss narrowed to $31 million in the first quarter and it burned less cash than analysts estimated.

Boeing Reports Smaller Loss but Trade War Threats Loom

The plane maker, which has been trying to recover from a quality crisis, could lose orders in China as a result of President Trump’s tariffs.

Discord’s Jason Citron Steps Down as CEO of the Social Chat App

Jason Citron was a co-founder of the company, which is said to be working toward an initial public offering at some point this year.

Columbia Journalism Review Faces the Kind of Crisis It Usually Covers

The publication is now trying to find a successful business model without its top editor, who was abruptly fired last week.

‘Conclave’ Streaming Numbers Jump After Pope Francis’ Death

Experts said that the 2024 film accurately portrayed the papal selection process.

Arthur Fleischer Jr., Veteran Corporate Takeover Lawyer, Dies at 92

He was a top deal maker in the world of mergers and acquisitions, during the 1980s takeover boom and beyond. He also had a keen interest in art.

Can Trump Fire Powell? He Says He Won’t, But His Fed Battle May Not Be Over.

The president said he has “no intention” of ousting Jerome H. Powell, the Fed chair, but the administration’s willingness to challenge norms regarding the central bank’s political independence is causing concern.

Trump wants automakers to move vehicle production to the U.S. It's not that simple

Relocating production lines takes years of planning and construction and requires massive amounts of space and capital.

Scott Bessent Accuses IMF and World Bank of ‘Mission Creep’

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent argued in a speech that the multilateral economic institutions have veered away from their missions.

Rachel Reeves Says U.K. Will Not Alter Standards for U.S. Trade Deal

The British government is hoping to reach an agreement with the United States to soften the economic blow British businesses are facing from higher tariffs.

Opportunity for big US-China trade deal, says Bessent

The comments from the US Treasury Secretary come as the trade war between the world's two biggest economies has escalated.

China sends Boeing planes back to US over tariffs

Boeing's boss says it's looking to sell 50 more planes China has on order to other countries.

The Dispatch Buys SCOTUSblog, a Supreme Court Mainstay

The Dispatch, a right-of-center political news and commentary start-up, plans to keep the legal news website available at no cost. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Apple and Meta attack 'unfair' €700m EU fines

The tech giants have reacted with fury, accusing the EU of unfairly pursuing US companies.

Ford launches exclusive experience program for its priciest pickups

Ford is offering its most premium pickup truck customers a new package, including a personal concierge, accessory discounts and a maintenance plan.

Minister pledges 10,000 extra driving tests a month to clear backlog

Transport secretary Heidi Alexander said the government would provide at least 10,000 extra driving tests a month.

Elon Musk Warns China’s Rare Earth Restrictions May Delay Tesla Robots

China’s halt this month on exports of magnets containing heavy rare earth metals has affected Tesla’s plans to manufacture Optimus robots.

At Meta’s Antitrust Trial, a Bygone Internet Era Comes Back to Life

In the landmark antitrust case, tech executives have harked back to a Silicon Valley age when social apps like Facebook, Path, Orkut and Google Plus boomed.

Why cable companies like Comcast and Charter are leaning into mobile service

Less than a decade after cable giants like Comcast and Charter jumped into the mobile business, the segment has become a significant financial driver.

German firms in China count cost of rising US-China trade tensions

While many are adopting a wait-and-see approach, 38% are stepping up localisation efforts in China.

Asian Americans take bigger share of sports viewership, Nielsen says

Asian Americans are taking a bigger share of live sports viewership, according to a recent report from Nielsen.

Pressure builds on UK finances as Reeves pushes for US trade deal

The government borrowed more than expected last year, placing more pressure on the public finances ahead of the full impact of US tariffs.

Investors Prefer the ‘Nice’ Trump, but Want Results

Global markets are rebounding as the president softened his protectionist rhetoric and his criticism of the central bank. But investors want to see results on trade.

Chinese robotaxi firm Pony.ai eyes global expansion, unveils 3 models at Shanghai car show

The industry will see wider adoption and a big jump in the number of robotaxis in the next three years, Pony.ai CEO James Peng says.

As Guangdong GDP growth lags, is Jiangsu on track for No 1 spot in China?

Property sector woes have outsize impact on southern province that pioneered reform and opening up.

Musk to reduce Doge role after Tesla profits plunge

The tech boss says he intends to spend only one to two days a week on Trump administration matters.

Trump’s ‘anxious’ tariff comments put China in control, analysts say

Beijing can afford to hold out for a better trade deal as the pressure on the US side ramps up, analysts say.

China’s troubled energy-storage sector reels from price war, tariff blows

Slower capital spending and weaker prices projected as tariffs set to hit China’s biggest export market for energy-storage systems.

As China’s birth rates drop, has Guangdong become the country’s ‘golden child’?

While the rest of China attempts to boost birth rates as the population ages, why has the southern province stayed relatively resilient?

Chinese EV makers take spotlight as Tesla skips Shanghai Auto Show for second time

Firms including BYD, Nio, Geely, Xiaomi and Leapmotor will showcase new and existing models at the two-week event starting on Wednesday.

The record-breaking tunnel being built from Denmark to Germany

The rail and road link will slash journey times between much of Scandinavia and continental Europe.

China rolls out plan to promote its own payment system as US trade war simmers

The country aims to reduce its reliance on the dollar-based global financial system as it confronts Washington’s aggressive trade policies.

IMF slashes GDP growth estimates for China, US and world as trade tensions rise

Outlook for American economy this year took a hit during the first quarter, according to the latest World Economic Outlook report.

China’s shipyards breathe sigh of relief as US scales back port-fee plan

But major shipping carriers face even greater risks as new rules scrap upper limit for levies.

After a whirlwind month, how will China’s Politburo counter Trump’s tariffs?

The meeting of the decision-making body, expected to be held at the end of April, will need to account for rapid escalation of trade conflict.

China’s solar panel makers explore options as Washington sets tariffs for Southeast Asia

Some Chinese manufacturers of photovoltaic products are speeding up their overseas factory deployment, hoping to secure a less-expensive route to the US.

More of China’s spending power needs to be unleashed. Here’s how

Childcare, healthcare and elderly care are precisely the parts of China’s consumer demand that remain significantly untapped.

China’s critical metal exports plummet as trade war curbs take effect

Shipments of several critical minerals have halted entirely, putting the US tech sector under pressure.

China adds nearly 2 million private firms in first quarter as calls for support rise

Top market regulator says 40 per cent of business registrations from January-March were in emerging sectors and new technologies.

Trump’s tariffs give China its biggest chance for economic reform since 1997 crisis

As it did during the Asian financial crisis, China has a chance to rethink its economy in a way that will lay the groundwork for future growth.

China sets ‘critical’ rules to corral safe self-driving EVs after Xiaomi’s fatal crash

Caution came as China’s level 2 driving automation system ‘has entered a critical period of large-scale application’.

China’s yuan sees payment popularity rise amid ‘soaring volatility’ in US Treasury market

Washington’s policies seen opening door to greater yuan internationalisation, undermining but not removing US dollar’s dominance in global trade.

Chinese scholars take on Trump adviser pushing tariff war as prelude to financial revamp

Stance of Council of Economic Advisers chairman Stephen Miran likened to ‘collecting protection money on the streets’.

Hong Kong may feel pain from the trade war but not for too long

While the city’s status as a free port and logistics hub will shield it from total economic ruin, diversifying trade partners is key.

JD.com vs Meituan: accusations of monopolistic practices arise in food delivery rivalry

In a public letter, JD.com accused a ‘rival platform’ of preventing delivery riders from using multiple platforms, for which Meituan was fined in 2021.

China weaning itself off US soybeans as decade-long outlook could hit American farmers

The days of China relying on America for soybeans could be numbered as agricultural ministry outlook report for next decade puts onus on self-sufficiency.

Russian tourists in China, non-nuclear hydrogen bomb test: 5 weekend reads you missed

From French people discovering Taobao to Russian tourists in China, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

China says Trump trade tactics will backfire, like ‘bargaining with a tiger for its skin’

Ministry of Commerce calls for countries to resist US trade coercion after report said Washington asked them to curb economic ties with China in exchange for tariff relief.

Add oil: China eyes sweaty success as sports-economy boom brings big gains

The game is on as local authorities across country try to capitalise on interest in all things sport – an area in which consumers are willing to splash extra cash.

Five ways for first-time buyers to get on the housing ladder

Mortgage experts share their tips for anyone starting out on the journey to owning their own home.

Chinese table tennis fans splash cash in Macau as authorities eye sports boom

‘Handsome’ Wang Chuqin and ‘role model’ Sun Yingsha pull in tourists amid efforts to capitalise on growth in sports sector.

Currently

Duncan Weldon explores the political and economic reality of relying on the bond markets.

China has a secret weapon in US trade war – the renminbi

Taking a leaf from Russia, China should make ‘unfriendly’ countries like the US use Chinese currency for trade transactions.

French flock to Chinese e-commerce bargains, hunt for ‘agent Taobao’ to deliver

Amid US-China trade war, TikTok accounts show users how to purchase cheap goods directly from Chinese factories to avoid pricing mark-ups and tariffs.

Malaysian durian sales surge in China amid growing demand for naturally ripened fruit

While Thailand dominates durian sales in China, sales of the Malaysian fruit have grown tenfold from last year, industry insiders say.

Why China curbing rare earth exports is a blow to the US

As the trade war continues to escalate, China has hit back at Trump by suspending exports of rare earth minerals.

Firms say Meta not helping them to recover hacked accounts

Businesses around the world say they are unable to get back into their Facebook and Instagram pages.

Finland's bid to win Europe's start-up crown

Helsinki wants to become a top European start-up hub, but can it challenge London and Stockholm?

Was China the reason Guyana faced higher Trump tariff?

A Guyanese political commentator says Washington objects to Beijing's "very strong foothold" in the country.

The curious case of why a billionaire wants to buy Royal Mail

From the end of April, the 500-year-old Royal Mail will be controlled by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky who co-owns a football club - but why does he want it?

Do we need cocoa-free chocolate and is it nice?

Cocoa prices are soaring so new chocolate firms are looking at an alternative ingredient.

The plans to put data centres in orbit and on the Moon

Proponents say space-based data centres will be more secure, but sceptics say big hurdles remain.

The Canadians and Danes boycotting American products

As anger grows over Trump's tariffs, apps and social media groups are helping people avoid US goods.

A revolution is under way in India's trainer industry

India wants to boost the domestic trainer industry but will small domestic makers suffer?

Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy

What made the US step back from the system that it profited handsomely from for decades?

Starmer's response to Trump tariffs is both to slow down and go faster

What's happening in Whitehall to try to limit the harm to the UK, perhaps by making a deal with the US, and make the most of any opportunities?

David Dimbleby: I thought the free market was with us forever - then Trump came along

Why the reign of the free market is facing its biggest ever challenge

Rachel Reeves is feeling the heat ahead of her Spring Statement

The Chancellor hints at a more guarded approach amid global uncertainty - and issues a warning ahead of her announcements.

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