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Trump Shifted on Tariffs After Bond Holders Got Jittery. He Held Millions Himself.

As of August, the president’s investment portfolio showed significantly more in bonds than in stocks. It is unclear if his personal holdings had any bearing on his decisions regarding tariffs.

Why the Bond Market Holds Sway Over Trump

The bond market has emerged as one of the few brakes on the White House at it pursues its agenda on trade, taxes, personnel and more.

Trump’s Attack of Powell Tempered by Risk of Market Panic

President Trump again attacked the chair of the Federal Reserve this week, but advisers say the president has turned more cautious on policies that could stoke extreme financial volatility again.

Are Easter Baskets Getting Out of Hand?

Social media feeds are awash in images of lavish baskets overflowing with expensive gifts. Some parents are giving their children bikes. Others are pushing back.

Head of I.R.S. Being Ousted Amid Treasury’s Power Struggle With Elon Musk

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent complained to President Trump that the acting commissioner had been installed without his knowledge.

Elaine Wynn, Who Built Wynn Resorts Empire in Las Vegas, Dies at 82

She and Steve Wynn were known as the king and queen of Las Vegas. After their divorce, Ms. Wynn became a force in her own right.

Meat Is Back, on Plates and in Politics

After years in which “plant-based” was the mantra, meat once again dominates the national conversation about dinner.

Google Makes History With Rapid-Fire Antitrust Losses

Within a year, two federal judges declared the tech giant a monopoly in search and ad technology. The tide may be turning for antitrust.

Is there a ‘silver lining’ for China in the tariff war with the US?

Donald Trump’s trade war may offer Beijing a chance to build bridges with Europe and its Asian neighbours and bolster its image internationally.

How QVC’s CEO Is Dealing With the Threat of Tariffs and TikTok

The chief executive of QVC Group, David Rawlinson II, on tariffs, TikTok, and other threats to the company’s future.

Meloni and Trump Oval Office Meeting Cements Special Rapport

In Washington, President Trump lavished praise on Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy. He also accepted her invitation to visit Rome.

Tightened standards to block many LGFVs from selling bonds in Shanghai, Fitch says

China has pledged to trim debts among local government financing vehicles by 2.3 trillion yuan (US$315 billion) by 2028.

Tesla can’t make Optimus robot for US$20,000 without China, humanoid experts say

As US-China trade war tariffs bite, mass production of Tesla’s Optimus ‘likely to be put on hold’, threatening Elon Musk’s plans, according to Chinese industry insiders.

The $5 Limit on Overdraft Fees May Soon Be Struck Down

The cap, approved last year, never took effect, though some banks voluntarily lowered or eliminated their fees. Here are some tips on how to avoid or reduce your costs.

More rich Americans are opening Swiss bank accounts fearing U.S. risks

Swiss banks say they have seen a surge of interest and business from high-net-worth Americans opening investment accounts in recent months.

Canadian small businesses are taking Trump's tariffs personally

Canadian national pride has sparked resistance and inspired action from small businesses.

Daily Pill May Work as Well as Ozempic for Weight Loss and Blood Sugar

Eli Lilly said clinical results of its GLP-1 in pill form showed safety and efficacy data similar to blockbuster injectable drugs.

With Harvard Threat, Trump Tries to Bend the I.R.S. to His Will

Since the post-Nixon era, the Internal Revenue Service has had a degree of independence from the White House. President Trump is seeking to change that.

US lays out plans to hit Chinese ships with port fees

The charges will start in 180 days and rise in the coming years.

U.S. Gas Exports to China Stopped After Beijing Imposed Tariffs

The United States accounted for only 3 percent of China’s natural gas imports last year. Those purchases could now dry up entirely in the trade war.

China-Built Airport in Nepal Was Littered With Corruption, Inquiry Finds

A Nepali investigation blamed lawmakers and officials for looking the other way. The $216 million airport receives only one international flight a week.

As trade war heats up, China’s premier wants focus on positive market expectations

Li Qiang tells State Council study session in Beijing that market economy is ‘largely an expectation economy’.

Long-Term Investing Has Gotten Riskier as Trump’s Tariffs Shake the Markets

President Trump’s policies have shaken the markets. Protect yourself first, and, only then, take advantage of investment bargains, our columnist says.

A Reporter Gets a Buzz From Thousands of Bees

The plight of American honeybees drew a journalist away from his usual beat covering energy.

Myanmar earthquake may have disrupted China’s rare earth supplies, analysts say

The disaster may have damaged mines and transport routes in Myanmar, which is China’s main supplier of rare earth elements, analysts say.

Trump Meets With a European He Likes, Meloni of Italy, and Discusses Tariffs

Giorgia Meloni visited the White House representing Italy and the rest of Europe, which are seeking more lasting tariff relief.

Google Is Illegally Monopolizing Online Advertising Tech, Judge Rules

It was the second time in a year that a U.S. court found that the company had acted illegally to remain dominant.

Trump adviser Stephen Miran demands other nations pay up for ‘global public goods’

Chairman of US president’s Council of Economic Advisers also wants multilateral ‘Mar-a-Lago Accord’ to weaken US dollar.

Former Times Editor Testifies in Sarah Palin Defamation Case

James Bennet, the former New York Times Opinion editor, took responsibility for an error in an editorial at the center of the case.

Netflix maintained its 2025 guidance. That may not be the sign of confidence it seems

Netflix's choice not to bump guidance suggests caution despite the company predicting limited effect from macroeconomic turbulence.

Netflix Boasts That It’s Stable, Even in a Tough Economy

The streaming giant brought in $10.5 billion in revenue in the first three months of the year. For the first time, it didn’t disclose its quarterly subscriber figures.

Netflix posts major earnings beat as revenue grows 13% in first quarter

The report marks the first time Netflix did not disclose quarterly subscriber data, as it shifts its strategy to focus on revenue and other metrics.

Brazil briefly records trade deficit with China before closing quarter with surplus

The deficit, which hit $3.2 billion in February, is largely attributed to surge in Chinese imports, including solar panels.

Google has illegal advertising monopoly, judge rules

It is the second major case Google has lost in a year, after it was found to have a monopoly on online search.

LVMH Names Jonathan Anderson as Dior Men’s Artistic Director

A one-sentence statement served as the notice that Mr. Anderson, who reimagined LVMH’s Loewe brand, would lead men’s wear design at Dior.

American Express’ wealthy cardholders are mostly untouched by tariff jitters

American Express results show that the company's wealthier customers may insulate it somewhat from concerns that tariffs and stubborn inflation have caused.

Target CEO Cornell meets with Sharpton to discuss DEI rollback as civil rights leader considers boycott

Target CEO Brian Cornell will meet with the Rev. Al Sharpton as the company contends with a slump in foot traffic after walking back some DEI initiatives.

Chinese tea chain Chagee climbs 15% in stock market debut

Chagee, a Chinese tea chain, made its U.S. public market debut on the Nasdaq as trade tensions between Washington and Beijing rise.

Tax attorneys say IRS has become a 'zombie' as agency cuts staff and halts audits of the wealthy

With the IRS expected to lose about a third of its staff after firings and buyouts, wealthy taxpayers and attorneys are struggling to navigate the new regime.

Harvard's battle with the Trump administration is creating a thorny financial situation

Even for America's richest university, covering federal funding cuts is no small task.

LVMH’s Chief Counted Trump as a Friend. He Still Faces Tariffs.

The trade war has hurt the Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy luxury empire. Bernard Arnault, head of the company, said a failure to strike a deal with President Trump would be “the fault of Brussels.”

Trump Administration Aims to Sell Housing Department Headquarters

The building has been added to a list of properties that the administration says it is trying to offload in order to eliminate waste.

Why Does Harvard Have Tax-Exempt Status and Can the IRS Revoke It? What to Know.

The university, like many colleges and charities, is exempt from property and federal income taxes, saving it billions of dollars. President Trump has questioned whether it should enjoy that status.

Trump Says Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s ‘Termination Cannot Come Fast Enough’

Jerome Powell has said that the Federal Reserve can be patient as the effects of tariffs become more clear. President Trump, pushing for interest rate cuts, said, “Powell’s termination cannot come fast enough!”

E.C.B. Cuts Rates Amid Uncertainty Over Trump’s Tariffs

Policymakers lowered rates a quarter point and said that the region’s growth outlook had “deteriorated” because of rising trade tensions.

Nvidia C.E.O. Meets With Chinese Trade Officials in Beijing

The day before the visit by Jensen Huang, lawmakers in Washington said they were investigating whether the chipmaker’s sales in China violated U.S. rules.

Can China Fight Deflation and Trump’s Tariffs at the Same Time?

China is facing a double whammy: corrosive deflation and tariffs that threaten to block trade. Chinese workers will be the biggest casualties.

UnitedHealth's stock is plunging on higher medical costs. That may mean trouble for more insurers

The warning sign from a health-care giant seen as the insurance industry's bellwether may mean trouble for companies with Medicare Advantage plans.

UK ban on EU cheese and meat: What it means for you

The temporary measure by the government is aimed at stopping the spread of foot and mouth disease.

Maryland Mental Hospital With Painful History to Rebuild

The former Hospital for the Negro Insane of Maryland was once the state’s most crowded psychiatric institution. Pulling off a plan to redevelop it won’t be easy.

A Cheapskate in London: Travel on a Budget

Our Frugal Travel columnist took a budget-stretching, four-day trip to one of the world’s most expensive cities. Would chasing bargains lessen, or enhance, her experience?

Some Online Scam Victims Can Now Seek Tax Relief on Firmer Ground

The Internal Revenue Service issued a memo last month that said victims of certain impersonation and investment schemes might be eligible for a tax break.

White House Eyes Overhaul of Federal Housing Aid to the Poor

The Trump administration has considered sharply curtailing vouchers as part of its budget for the 2026 fiscal year.

No global recession despite US tariffs, says IMF

The international economic group predicts "notable markdowns, but not recession".

Eli Lilly’s weight loss pill succeeds in first late-stage trial on diabetes patients; shares jump 14%

The results bring Eli Lilly's pill orforglipron one step closer to becoming a new, needle-free alternative in the booming weight loss and diabetes market.

Trump attacks Fed boss Powell for not cutting interest rates

The US president says Jerome Powell's "termination" as central bank chair "cannot come fast enough!"

IMF Warns Trump Tariffs Will Weaken Economy and Increase Inflation

Kristalina Georgieva, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund, warned in a speech that protectionism erodes productivity.

TikTok craze offers hope to Chinese exporters caught in trade war crossfire

With tariffs at record levels, mainland suppliers to US market get creative – but industry insiders remain cautious as duties bite.

China’s post-PhD students hit record levels as global talent race heats up

Amid competition for elite researchers, mainland goes from strength to strength - but experts say more can be done to attract international students.

Watch: BBC joins retirees aboard China's 'silver trains' that aim to boost economy

China is encouraging it's retirees to spend their savings on fun initiatives to help boost its economy, as the country's trade war with the US rages on.

Supermarket price war looms as Sainsbury's joins fight

The supermarket giant forecasts pressure on profits as competition for customers intensifies.

Powell Faces Pressure From the Markets and Trump Over Rates

The Fed chair signaled the central bank will stand pat on borrowing costs despite President Trump’s trade fight. Investors and the president aren’t happy.

UK bans EU cheese and meat to stop disease spreading

People coming into Great Britain can no longer bring cured meats or cheese from the EU following an outbreak of foot and mouth disease.

Tesla whistleblower wins latest legal battle in fight against Musk

Engineer Cristina Balan raised a safety concern about a design flaw which could affect the cars' braking in 2014.

Desperate for sales, China’s traders chase risky deals in emerging markets

With the US market closed off, Chinese exporters are scouring the globe to find new buyers – with mixed results.

Chinese developers of drones, flying taxis set sights on US, even with high tariffs

China’s ambitions have set off a production boom that may be too much for today’s domestic market, says Fudan University finance professor.

'Scammers used fake app to steal from me in person'

Fake bank apps mimic legitimate mobile banking platforms, allowing fraudsters walk away with high-value items.

Shein and Temu warn tariffs will raise prices in US

The firms said operating expenses have risen "due to recent changes in global trade rules and tariffs".

Gold hits new record over US-China trade war fears

Prices rose after the US Fed's chair warned tariffs could hit economic growth and fuel inflation.

I.R.S. Is Said to Be Considering Whether to Revoke Harvard’s Tax-Exempt Status

The move would be a major escalation of the Trump administration’s attempts to choke off federal money and support for the leading research university.

Trump Joins Japan Trade Talks, Says ‘Big Progress’ Made

For his first face-to-face talks on tariffs, the president chose Japan, a U.S. ally that decades ago stirred his anger over the unequal balance of trade and his penchant for tariffs.

Trump’s tariff war is ‘hurting all US assets’, investor warns

The trade war ‘puts the US in a bad situation’ as it accelerates a shift away from the dollar, veteran investor Mark Dowding says.

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.

As tariffs cut US-China supply chains, how are firms picking up the pieces?

With full US-China decoupling looking closer than ever – though not a certainty – suppliers are rapidly evaluating their relationships and options.

Finding 314 Things the Government Might Know About You

Two reporters spent over a month compiling and analyzing information about the reams of data the U.S. government collects about Americans.

Powell Warns Trump Tariffs Could Trigger Higher Inflation and Slower Growth

Jerome H. Powell warned that President Trump’s tariffs could lead to a “challenging scenario” for the central bank.

Nvidia shares plunge amid $5.5bn hit over export rules to China

The chip manufacturing giant will require licences to export its H20 AI chip to China.

Stocks Fall on Jerome Powell’s Concern About Tariffs and Tech’s Pullback

Semiconductor stocks fell after the Trump administration blocked companies from selling certain chips to China without a license.

Nissan aims to 'max out' U.S. production plant amid Trump's tariffs

Nissan 6-million-square-foot facility in Smyrna, Tennessee, is capable of producing 640,000 vehicles a year on three shifts, Meunier said.

Unions Form Pro Bono Legal Network for Federal Workers Targeted by Trump

Organized labor has taken a leading role in challenging the Trump administration’s downsizing agenda in court. A new service will offer more individualized representation.

Shein and Temu Will be Hit by Trump’s China Tariffs. Americans Are Worried.

The Trump administration’s plan to add steep fees to packages from China will deal a blow to Temu, Shein and some TikTok Shop sellers, worrying American consumers.

CBP says latest tariffs have generated $500 million, well below Trump's estimate

Trump has repeatedly said the United States is taking in $2 billion per day from tariffs.

Wall Street trading desks are feasting on the volatility from Trump’s global upheaval

The six biggest U.S. banks put up $16.3 billion in stock trading revenue, 33% more year over year and higher than the 2020 pandemic or the 2008 financial crisis.

Spotify 'back and functioning normally' after global outage

Downdetector, which tracks platforms, showed more than 20,000 people reported Spotify was not working on Wednesday.

Medical product manufacturers are divided over Trump's tariffs

Medical technology and device makers are fighting for tariff exemptions, while PPE makers are applauding the levies.

Court Scraps $8 Limit on Credit Card Late Fees

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau switched sides and backed a federal lawsuit by banks and business groups seeking to eliminate a fee cap the bureau set last year.

In ‘Your Friends & Neighbors,’ the Watches Steal the Show

“Your Friends & Neighbors” strives to comment on the vacuousness of wealth while simultaneously glorifying the spoils of being really, really rich.

US tariffs will make global trade shrink, says WTO

The Geneva-based institution says American tariffs will send international trade into reverse.

How China Took Over the World’s Rare Earths Industry

China seized mines and built factories. Japan took note and invested in Australia. But the United States did little despite concerns about control of supplies.

Nvidia and Other Chip Giants Are Caught in Trade War Crossfire

Nvidia and others are the latest casualties of escalating tensions between Washington and Beijing, as analysts press business leaders about the tariffs fallout.

Heineken initially downplayed tariffs. Now the brewer is concerned

Heineken shrugged off the threat of tariffs earlier this year, but in the company's latest earnings report, it said it's becoming increasingly cautious.

Trump Seeks to Lower Drug Prices Through Medicare and Some Imports

President Trump directed his administration to help states import drugs from Canada. But a proposal to alter a Medicare program to reduce costs could wind up raising prices.

Trump’s 10% Tariff May Be Less Onerous but Still Raises Prices and Threatens Trade

The blanket tariffs, once considered extreme, still threaten to harm world trade and make everything more expensive for businesses and consumers.

United Airlines gives two 2025 profit outlooks, calling economy 'impossible' to predict

United Airlines said a deterioration in bookings could lead it to lower its 2025 outlook to $7 to $9 a share from $11.50 to $13.50.

Universal's new Epic Universe park set to generate $2 billion for Florida in year one

Epic Universe is not only expected to bolster theme park revenues for Universal, but it will also bring in billions of dollars to the local economy.

Patients Cut Off From Cheaper Obesity Drugs as FDA Halts Sales of Copycats

U.S. regulators are trying to shut down the industry for compounded weight-loss drugs, which could result in higher costs or suspend treatment for patients.

JPMorgan Chase sues more customers who allegedly stole cash in 'infinite money glitch'

The episode highlights the lengths JPMorgan Chase, the biggest U.S. bank by assets, will go to claw back funds it is owed and to deter future crimes.

‘Human Made’: Artists Push Back on A.I. Dolls and Action Figures

Amid the rush to take part in a recent trend, some artists, concerned about the use of ChatGPT, are hand-drawing their own versions.

China’s container bookings to plunge up to 60% as US tariffs wipe out trade: report

But shipping traffic in the rest of Asia is bouncing back as traders rush to take advantage of US ‘reciprocal’ tariff pause.

White House Ends a Regular Reporting Slot for Independent Newswires

The move, which affects The Associated Press, Bloomberg News and Reuters, is another effort by the Trump administration to exert more control over the press corps that covers it.

SAIC Motor joins Huawei in new China EV venture to halt multi-year slide in sales

SAIC, which assembles petrol cars with GM and VW, has been left trailing as Chinese consumers switch to EVs sold by Tesla, Xpeng, Nio and Li Auto.

Proposed SNAP cuts could pressure low-income shoppers — and retailers that serve them

Potential changes to the federal food assistance program could impact millions of U.S. shoppers, retailers and food and beverage companies.

U.S. vehicle supply is falling amid tariff fear-buying

Supplies of new and used vehicles for sale are declining rapidly as consumers flock to stores ahead of potential price increases due to tariffs.

UK inflation rate has fallen. Here's why it won't last long

Economic uncertainty globally and in the UK means there are conflicting forces at play with prices.

Food bank cuts staff due to funding shortage

The food bank in Darlington says it can no longer afford to pay four out of five of its staff.

Falling petrol prices push UK inflation down

Inflation falls in the year to March as the price of petrol drops.

EY faces investigation over Post Office Horizon audit

The UK accounting regulator says it will look at whether EY met accounting standards.

Tariff Confusion and Recession Fears Leave Advertisers ‘Paralyzed’

Hundreds of billions of marketing dollars are in flux as companies struggle to plan. For some sectors, the timing “couldn’t be worse.”

Why are prices rising in the UK?

The rate at which prices are rising remains above the Bank of England's 2% inflation target.

China appoints new trade envoy in face of tariff turmoil

The shift comes as Beijing refuses to back down in an escalating trade war with Washington.

A Reporter on Steak Fries: Tasty Spud or Dud?

A culinary mystery and a change in perspective on the classic dish.

Taiwan’s Chip Companies Are Caught in the U.S.-China Tariff War

President Trump has threatened tariffs on Taiwan and the chip industry. China has signaled it will not let the trade war keep it from the technology it needs.

Hong Kong Suspends Packages to the U.S., Wading Into the Trump Trade War

The move comes before President Trump’s planned imposition of new tariffs on small packages sent to the United States from Hong Kong and China.

China appoints new trade representative as US tariff war heats up

Li Chenggang will replace Wang Shouwen as China’s top international trade negotiator at the Ministry of Commerce.

China Girds for Economic Stress of Trump’s Tariffs

The economy grew steadily from January through March, but U.S. tariffs pose a risk for China in the coming weeks and months.

China’s premier cites ‘profound changes’ in urging boost to domestic consumption

Li Qiang looks to ‘further unleash the potential of China’s massive market’, provide more support for property sector.

China’s economy grows 5.4% in first quarter ahead of full-blown US trade war

The country’s GDP growth beat expectations to March, but worries persist about the looming impact of the US trade conflict.

After Made in China 2025, are foreign firms at risk of losing tech edge, market share?

EU Chamber of Commerce in China report assesses impact of decade-long initiative to make China less reliant on other countries for critical tech and related resources.

Brazilian butt lift ads banned by UK regulator

The ads used time-limited deals to "irresponsibly pressurise" customers into booking, says the Advertising Standards Authority.

Trump's chips strategy: The US will struggle to take on Asia

America is trying to create a chip industry through isolation and protectionism, when what allowed it to emerge in Asia is the opposite: collaboration.

China’s trade with Asia could plug hole left by US tariffs, economists say

Deeper, more expansive trade with neighbours could help offset damage to China’s GDP growth, according to economic surveillance office.

Sarah Palin’s Libel Trial Against The New York Times Begins

In opening statements, lawyers for Sarah Palin and The Times each presented arguments on whether the editorial board had published a statement knowing it was false.

Low-deposit mortgage deals highest for 17 years

Choice of home loans requiring small deposits of 5% or 10% reaches levels last seen in the 2008 financial crisis.

American Airlines Will Offer Free Wi-Fi on Most Flights Next Year

Starting in January, members of the airline’s AAdvantage loyalty program will have free access to wireless internet on 90 percent of its fleet, the company said.

Bank of America tops analysts' estimates on better-than-expected interest income, trading

Bank of America shares have sold off in recent weeks on concern that President Donald Trump's tariff policies could cause a recession.

'A number of businesses in limbo' in China after US tariffs on imports

BBC China correspondent Laura Bicker has been speaking to companies at the world's longest running import-export fair.

'This is so hard': The Chinese small businesses brought to a standstill by Trump's tariffs

Stock is piling up in warehouses as exporters grapple with new levies that total up to 145%, reports the BBC's China correspondent Laura Bicker.

Airlines bank even more on splurging vacationers as clouds form on economy

Carriers are hoping that wealthier leisure travelers will continue to treat themselves to pricier, roomier seats.

UK cautious over future Chinese steel investment

Business Secretary says steel is a 'sensitive sector' after crucial materials arrive at British Steel

How China could turn Trump’s tariffs into a geopolitical opportunity

Notwithstanding conflicting positions on issues such as Chinese exports and Ukraine, the EU and China now have much more common ground.

Citigroup results exceed analysts' estimates on gains in fixed income and equities trading

CEO Jane Fraser said Tuesday that the bank was continuing to earn credibility with investors and that she remains focused on executing on her strategy.

A UK-US deal sounds good but it is all about the detail

British exports have been hit with tariffs by US despite having no trade deficit, but the UK may have some leverage.

China’s Canton Fair traders say US buyers step back as tariff spectre haunts

Meanwhile, China’s showcase of electronic advancements are seen providing a much-needed boost to sentiment surrounding “Made in China” in uncertain times.

American Airlines to make Wi-Fi free on most of its fleet in 2026

American Airlines is following other airlines such as Delta and JetBlue in making Wi-Fi free on board.

China frets about its dependence on Africa’s resources as US muscles in

China has heavily invested to secure raw materials from African nations, but US accusations over those deals pose new risks.

UK jobs market weakens as employment costs grow

The number of job vacancies and people on payrolls fell ahead of changes to National Insurance and wages.

Hit by Trump’s tariffs, China’s chip traders decry ‘no point in working’ as orders tank

One of the world’s largest electronics markets, Huaqiangbei shows how fast the supply chain was upended by the tariff escalation with Washington.

Chinese factories in Vietnam see ‘crazy’ surge in orders amid US tariff pause

US businesses are putting factories in Vietnam under pressure to front-load as many shipments as possible within the 90-day window.

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?

‘Open door red’ to ‘summer blue’: will second quarter slam China’s GDP again?

Recent years have seen China’s economic growth decelerate in the second quarter – a pattern that threatens to continue this summer amid an intensifying trade war.

Auto stocks rise as Trump says he wants to 'help' some car companies

The comments pushed stocks such as Ford, GM and Chrysler parent Stellantis higher, swinging from trading levels or negative to being up between 1% and 4%.

Goldman Sachs tops estimates on boom in equities trading revenue

Goldman Sachs joins rivals JPMorgan Chase and Morgan Stanley in posting better-than-expected equities trading revenue.

Pfizer scraps daily weight loss pill after liver injury in one patient

The decision to stop developing danuglipron adds to a string of setbacks in the pharmaceutical giant's bid to win a slice of the booming market for GLP-1s.

China launches all-out effort to boost consumption as US trade war boils over

Local authorities roll out more supportive policies as commentators urge officials to ‘strengthen people’s confidence’.

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.

‘Final hurrah’: China’s exports up 12.4% in March amid pre-tariff rush

Trade figures reflect resilience of export machine and rapid reorientation of shipments as uncertainty swirls over eventual scope and impact of tariffs.

For China’s electronics firms, US tariff exemptions offer more confusion than relief

The exemptions only cover a small slice of China’s vast electronics supply chain, and Trump’s ‘sectoral tariffs’ add fresh uncertainty.

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?

E-tail giants to help China’s tariff-hit exporters pivot to home market

Industry groups and platforms such as JD.com pledge to help streamline domestic access for trade firms.

Sports teams adopt tactile tech for blind and low-vision fans

Professional sports teams are partnering with startups to introduce technology for blind and visually impaired fans to better experience live games.

China’s sci-fi industry shoots for the stars as Beijing pushes ‘quality’ growth

With successes like The Three-Body Problem, the genre has never been more popular – and authorities have taken note.

3 steps China should take in response to Trump’s latest trade war

As China is clearly Trump’s target, its response must go past tariffs to include fiscal stimulus, domestic rebalancing and broad engagement.

Luxury malls in Beijing, Shanghai slash rents, change tenant mix as consumer spending dips

Mall vacancy rates in Beijing stood at 10.6 per cent last year and 9.5 per cent in Shanghai, according to Cushman & Wakefield.

Australia’s avocados tipped for next ‘priority’ as China trade ties recover

After years of lobbying and a costly trade war that battered exports, Australian fruit producers brace for market access.

Trump's ongoing 25% auto tariffs expected to cut sales by millions, cost $100 billion

Expectations include millions of less vehicle sales, higher new and used vehicle prices and increased costs of more than $100 billion for the industry.

American firm dodges China’s tariff hikes, selling off millions in inventory

Jeff Bowman had a sense that the tariffs would escalate, so ‘we just emptied out the warehouse’.

US, EU, German business chambers in China brace for ‘long-lasting’ trade war

Some say China-US strife offers an opportunity for other third countries to re-evaluate their relationship with China.

Cities power growth. China has more megacities than anyone else

Many Chinese cities have country-sized economies. Places some Westerners haven’t heard of would have UN seats if they were countries.

Economist says China’s overseas assets at risk as trade war hits boiling point

Yu Yongding, a former central bank adviser, says Beijing’s foreign holdings could become another battleground in the US-China trade war.

Tesla halts importing Model S, X in China as tariffs price them out of reach, out of race

Tesla has stopped taking orders to import the US-made models to China; to persuade buyers to consider the Shanghai-made Model Y and Model 3.

What tariff rate do China’s goods now actually face in the US?

The latest “reciprocal” duties are only part of the total levies applied to Chinese imports.

US fires fresh broadside at China’s shipyards with new executive order

The US has softened a controversial port-fee proposal, but is preparing yet more tariffs targeting China’s dominant shipbuilding sector.

China ups tariffs on American goods to 125%, will ‘ignore’ future US hikes

Latest move matches tariff level announced by US President Donald Trump, and officials say any future US increases will not be met with reply.

Volatile market prompts Chinese retail investors to demand details of firms’ US exposure

China’s more than 100 million retail investors have seen the A-share market shed about 4.5 trillion yuan of value this month.

China’s exporters on edge as trade war casts shadow over Canton Fair

China’s oldest and largest trade fair unlikely to be a bonanza as exporters prepare for lean times amid tariff-induced uncertainty.

Chinese nuclear giant’s recruitment boast sparks backlash from young jobseekers

China National Nuclear Corporation says it received 1.196 million résumés from young jobseekers after offering 8,000 positions.

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

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

Apple’s supply chain under pressure from tariffs amid iPhone price hike speculation

The new tariffs will not hit iPhones assembled in China, but price hikes are expected with the iPhone 17 series this year.

Watch: Was Trump's 90-day tariffs pause really a grand plan?

News of the US president's plan to halt higher-band taxes came as a surprise on Wednesday, but was it part of a plan?

‘Everything’s on the table’: are the US and China edging toward financial war?

Fears are growing that the US-China trade war could enter an unpredictable – and potentially devastating – new phase.

China kicks off hunt for rare quartz, with hi-tech aspirations, self-sufficiency in mind

The critical mineral, used to produce silicon, is a foundational material for strategic industries like semiconductors and photovoltaics – and now it can be mined in China.

The Briefing Room

David Aaronovitch and guests discuss the strategy behind Trump's tariff policy.

China vows big changes to export controls – fresh safeguards amid a raging trade war

Efforts also aim to protect China’s ‘sovereignty, security and development interests’.

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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

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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

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Rachel Reeves is feeling the heat ahead of her Spring Statement

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Disasters spur investment in flood and fire risk tech

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