India’s strong economic growth impresses amid doubts on ‘overstated’ data
The better-than-expected growth of India’s economy, driven by strong performance in the domestic consumer and manufacturing sectors, highlights…
China Factory Activity Slumps for Longest Stretch on Record
China’s factory activity improved but remained in contraction in November, extending its streak of declines to a record…
Switzerland Moves Close to Securing Improved 15% Tariff Deal
Switzerland is close to securing a 15% tariff on its exports to the US, in what would be…
China lifts ban on exports of some dual-use materials to the US – POLITICO
China suspended a ban on exporting some dual-use materials to the U.S., the Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced…
Chinese Exports Unexpectedly Slump First Time Since February
China’s exports unexpectedly contracted in October as global demand failed to offset the deepening slump in shipments to…
China Factory Activity Disappoints in Sign of Faltering Momentum
China’s manufacturing activity expanded less than forecast in October, a private survey showed, adding to worrying signs about…
China to Suspend Some Rare Earth Curbs, Probes on US Chip Firms
China will effectively suspend implementation of additional export controls on rare earth metals and terminate investigations targeting US…
China’s pause on rare earth export controls extends to EU – POLITICO
China has tightened its grip on critical minerals, expanding export controls on rare earths and other materials vital…
Trump Touts Rare-Earth Win in Talks That Showed Xi’s Strong Hand – Bloomberg.com
Trump Touts Rare-Earth Win in Talks That Showed Xi’s Strong Hand Bloomberg.comWhat the US-China deal means for rare earths,…
US Says China to Buy 87 Million Tons of Soybeans Through 2028
The US said China has agreed to buy millions of tons of soybeans through 2028, providing some relief…
Russia’s Lukoil to sell off foreign assets as US sanctions bite – POLITICO
A former Lukoil executive, granted anonymity to speak freely, said the move could see the company’s revenues and…
Europe lost its drive for humane animal transport. Denmark hasn’t. – POLITICO
Member countries have been at odds over how to handle transport in hot weather, the movement of young…