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China exports top forecasts as EU, ASEAN shipments offset US drop
China's exports rose more than expected last month, with official data on Thursday showing a jump in shipments to the European Union and other markets offset a drop in those to the United States.
China says trade jumped in July, beating forecasts
China's exports beat expectations and rose 7.2 percent year-on-year in July, official data showed Thursday, as overseas shipments buoyed its struggling economy even as it navigated a shaky trade war truce with the United States.
Higher US tariffs take effect on dozens of economies
Higher US tariffs came into effect for dozens of economies Thursday, drastically raising the stakes in President Donald Trump's wide-ranging efforts to reshape global trade.
Sony hikes profit forecasts after strong quarter for games
PlayStation-maker Sony raised its annual profit forecasts on Thursday, citing strong performance in its key gaming business and a smaller-than-expected negative impact of US trade tariffs.
Japanese population sees record drop in 2024
The population of Japanese nationals fell by a record amount -- more than 900,000 people -- in 2024, official data showed, as the country battles to reverse its perennially low birth rates.
United Airlines flights grounded in the US
Thousands of US air passengers were facing delays Wednesday after United Airlines halted many departures in the wake of a systemwide problem.
For Argentine farmers, Milei's free-market reforms fall short
Twenty months after Argentina's President Javier Milei came to power vowing to lead a free-market revolution in the so-called sick man of South America, the farming community is egging him on to go further.
Bank of England set to cut rate as UK economy weakens
The Bank of England is widely expected to cut its key interest rate Thursday, with policymakers mindful of US tariffs and their potential risks to an already-struggling UK economy.
Gladstone Land Announces Second Quarter 2025 Results
Please note that the limited information that follows in this press release is a summary and is not adequate for making an informed investment decision.
Tariffs Are Getting Expensive-SMX Ensures They're Paid In Truth
NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 7, 2025 / Tariffs have long been part of the global trade landscape-but in recent years, they've shifted from policy lever to front-line strategy. Countries around the world are using them more assertively to shape how goods move, how industries compete, and how economic priorities are protected.
Yellow Brick Consulting Joins Forces With Blue Cottage of CannonDesign to Create North America's Leading Healthcare Transition and Activation Consulting Service
This strategic acquisition significantly bolsters CannonDesign's growing suite of consulting services and, together with the expertise of Blue Cottage of CannonDesign, establishes the largest and most experienced healthcare transition and activation consulting team in North America.
Seaport Research Partners Announces Annual Investor Conference August 19th and 20th
130+ Public Companies | $18B Avg. Market Cap | 3,700 Investor Meetings Expected
Inspire Veterinary Partners Signs Exclusive, Non-Binding Letter of Intent to Acquire New Jersey Animal Hospital
Proposed acquisition, expected to close in Q4 2025, would add approximately $2 million in annual revenue and increase network of animal hospitals to 15
Announcing the 2025 Regina Consumer Choice Award Winners
REGINA, SK / ACCESS Newswire / August 7, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Regina & Greater Region. These businesses have been meticulously selected through independent market research, reflecting their commitment to excellence and unparalleled service in their city. Consumer Choice Award celebrates those who have consistently set the benchmark for quality and customer satisfaction. Congratulations to the 2025 Regina Consumer Choice Award Winners.
Salomon Brothers: Addressing Crypto's Wallet Problem
Abandoned Wallets Present A Risk to All Digital Wallet Holders
Announcing the 2025 Ottawa Consumer Choice Award Winners
OTTAWA, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / August 7, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Ottawa region. These businesses have been meticulously selected through independent market research, reflecting their commitment to excellence and unparalleled service in their city. Consumer Choice Award celebrates those who have consistently set the benchmark for quality and customer satisfaction. Congratulations to the 2025 Ottawa Consumer Choice Award Winners.
Announcing the 2025 York Region Consumer Choice Award Winners
NEWMARKET, ON / ACCESS Newswire / August 7, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the York Region. These businesses have been meticulously selected through independent market research, reflecting their commitment to excellence and unparalleled service in their city. Consumer Choice Award celebrates those who have consistently set the benchmark for quality and customer satisfaction. Congratulations to the 2025 York Region Consumer Choice Award Winners.
LHH Launches LHH Interview Center, with Yoodli Technology, to Ready Candidates for Real-Life Interview Experience
The LHH Interview Center builds interview and networking confidence while supporting self-guided learning and AI skill development for today's evolving job market.
Apple to invest additional $100 bn in US
Apple will invest an additional $100 billion in the United States, taking its total pledge to $600 billion over the next four years, US President Donald Trump said Wednesday.
Rare 'Hobbit' first edition auctioned for £43,000
A rare first edition of J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" sold for 43,000 pounds ($57,000) at auction on Wednesday, after it was found during a house clearance in southwest England.
Grok, is that Gaza? AI image checks mislocate news photographs
This image by AFP photojournalist Omar al-Qattaa shows a skeletal, underfed girl in Gaza, where Israel's blockade has fuelled fears of mass famine in the Palestinian territory.
In Cuba, Castro's 'influencer' grandson causes a stir
Cuban influencer Sandro Castro has chosen a very different path to his revolutionary grandfather Fidel, using his name to pursue online fame while occasionally poking fun at the island's dire shortages of food, medicine, power and fuel.
US government gets a year of ChatGPT Enterprise for $1
OpenAI on Wednesday said it was letting the US government use a version of ChatGPT designed for businesses for a year, charging just $1 for the service.
Brazil seeks WTO relief against Trump tariffs
Brazil on Wednesday approached the World Trade Organization (WTO) for relief against a hefty trade tariff imposed by President Donald Trump on more than a third of US-bound exports from the Latin American powerhouse.
Darth Vader's lightsaber could cost you an arm and a leg
Darth Vader's lightsaber, used to chop off Luke Skywalker's hand in Star Wars classic "The Empire Strikes Back", went on display in London on Wednesday, ahead of its US sale next month.
Swiss president to meet Rubio as surprise tariff hike looms
Switzerland's president met with her country's business representatives Wednesday in Washington -- ahead of scheduled talks with the US secretary of state -- in a last-minute visit as she scrambles to avoid a surprise tariff hike.
Italy approves plans for world's longest suspension bridge
Italy's government on Wednesday approved a controversial 13.5-billion-euro ($15.6-billion) project to build what would be the world's longest suspension bridge connecting the island of Sicily to the mainland.
Stocks tick up with eyes on earnings, US tariff deadline
Stock markets edged higher Wednesday as traders assessed the latest corporate earnings and awaited President Donald Trump's next wave of tariffs.
German broadcast giant backs takeover by Berlusconi group
German broadcasting giant ProSiebenSat.1 recommended Wednesday that its shareholders accept an improved takeover offer from Italy's MediaForEurope group, majority-owned by the family of late former prime minister Silvio Berlusconi.
UK watchdog bans Zara ads over 'unhealthily thin' model photos
Britain's advertising regulator on Wednesday banned two adverts by Spanish clothing group Zara for featuring models that appeared "unhealthily thin", calling the images "irresponsible".
German factory orders fall amid tariff, growth woes
German industrial orders unexpectedly fell in June, official data showed Wednesday, as Europe's biggest economy struggles with prolonged domestic weakness and volatile US trade policy.
Markets tick up but traders wary as Trump tariffs temper rate hopes
Asian equities edged higher Wednesday as traders weighed Donald Trump's trade war and fresh data that indicated further weakness in the US economy but added to interest rate cut speculation.