Economy
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Financial Markets
Nasdaq, Dow, S&P 500 hit records as tech surges, Fed’s Powell says economy in ‘remarkably good shape’
A tech rally boosted US stocks on Wednesday, with all three major indexes hitting new record closes, as investors digested…
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Politics
Would Trump impose 100 percent tariffs on BRICS nations? | Business and Economy
US President-elect Donald Trump has threatened 100 percent tariffs on BRICS nations if they replace the dollar in international trade.…
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Blog
Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky pleads guilty to two fraud counts | Business and Economy News
Mashinsky was one of several crypto moguls charged with fraud after a slump in prices in 2022 caused firms to…
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Companies
Chow Tai Fook embraces ‘wearability’ and a more casual consumer amid post-COVID life tough economy
Chow Tai Fook Jewellery’s new flagship store, which opened in Hong Kong’s Central neighborhood in September, has a subtle design,…
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Politics
Feeling pinched despite a strong economy? Welcome to the ‘vibecession’
Day 69:54The coiner of ‘vibecession’ says it’s a real thing. Politicians ignore it at their peril. Picture this: groceries feel…
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Politics
Canada’s economy grew 1% in the third quarter
The Canadian economy grew at an annualized rate of one per cent in the third quarter, boosted by higher household…
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Blog
Apartheid economy continues to haunt South Africa | Health
On November 3, Lesedi Mulaudzi, a 10-year-old girl from Alexandra, a sprawling township in Johannesburg, South Africa, passed away from suspected…
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Politics
Cars to fruit: The goods set to get pricier under Trump’s tariff plans | Economy
United States President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to impose tariffs of 25 percent on Canadian and Mexican imports, and an…
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Blog
Canada sues Google alleging anti-competitive conduct in advertising | Business and Economy News
The antitrust watchdog wants Google to sell two ad tech tools and is seeking a penalty as well. Canada’s Competition…
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Politics
Australia passes legislation banning under-16s from social media | Business and Economy News
Social media companies that do not enforce the ban could receive fines of up to AUS$50 million (US$32.5m). Australia’s Parliament…
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