China's Record Imports Defy Protectionism, Boosting Global Economy
In 2024, China imported a record 18 trillion yuan ($2.47 trillion), a 2.3 percent increase, defying global protectionism and solidifying its position as the world's second-largest importer for the 16th consecutive year; this strategy aims to boost global economic growth despite trade tensions with t...
China's Record Imports Defy Protectionism, Boosting Global Economy
In 2024, China imported a record 18 trillion yuan ($2.47 trillion), a 2.3 percent increase, defying global protectionism and solidifying its position as the world's second-largest importer for the 16th consecutive year; this strategy aims to boost global economic growth despite trade tensions with t...
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44% Bias Score
Meta's Ad Policy Faces Continued EU Scrutiny
Meta's revised "pay or consent" policy, launched in October 2023 and modified in November following EU regulatory pressure, allows users to pay €5.99 monthly for ad-free Facebook and Instagram access, but consumer advocates claim it still violates EU law.
Meta's Ad Policy Faces Continued EU Scrutiny
Meta's revised "pay or consent" policy, launched in October 2023 and modified in November following EU regulatory pressure, allows users to pay €5.99 monthly for ad-free Facebook and Instagram access, but consumer advocates claim it still violates EU law.
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44% Bias Score
Trump's Davos Speech Boosts European Markets, Except Energy
President Trump's virtual Davos address spurred European stock market gains, particularly in the banking sector, while energy stocks fell due to lower oil prices following his call for OPEC price reductions; tech stocks showed mixed results.
Trump's Davos Speech Boosts European Markets, Except Energy
President Trump's virtual Davos address spurred European stock market gains, particularly in the banking sector, while energy stocks fell due to lower oil prices following his call for OPEC price reductions; tech stocks showed mixed results.
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44% Bias Score
WEF Meeting Highlights Weak Global Economy, Urges Cooperation Amid Protectionism Concerns
The 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, highlighted a weak global economic recovery, with 56 percent of surveyed chief economists expecting a decline in 2025, while the IMF projects growth below the 2000-2019 average. Concerns over rising protectionism and geopoliti...
WEF Meeting Highlights Weak Global Economy, Urges Cooperation Amid Protectionism Concerns
The 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, highlighted a weak global economic recovery, with 56 percent of surveyed chief economists expecting a decline in 2025, while the IMF projects growth below the 2000-2019 average. Concerns over rising protectionism and geopoliti...
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36% Bias Score
STC Increases Telefónica Stake to 9.97%, Seeks Board Seat
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) now holds a 9.97% stake in Telefónica, making it the second-largest shareholder after the Spanish government, and is seeking a board seat, prompting concerns about national security but also opening possibilities for business collaborations.
STC Increases Telefónica Stake to 9.97%, Seeks Board Seat
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) now holds a 9.97% stake in Telefónica, making it the second-largest shareholder after the Spanish government, and is seeking a board seat, prompting concerns about national security but also opening possibilities for business collaborations.
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36% Bias Score
China's $137.2 Billion Plan to Stabilize A-Share Market
China unveiled a multiyear plan to inject roughly $137.2 billion annually into its A-share market, starting in 2025, involving State-owned insurance companies, mutual funds, and a pilot program for insurers' long-term stock investment funds, aiming to boost investor confidence and stabilize the mark...
China's $137.2 Billion Plan to Stabilize A-Share Market
China unveiled a multiyear plan to inject roughly $137.2 billion annually into its A-share market, starting in 2025, involving State-owned insurance companies, mutual funds, and a pilot program for insurers' long-term stock investment funds, aiming to boost investor confidence and stabilize the mark...
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44% Bias Score
Lawmakers Investigate Trump's Meme Cryptocurrencies Amid Foreign Influence and Conflict of Interest Concerns
Democratic lawmakers are asking federal regulators to investigate President Trump and Melania Trump's meme cryptocurrencies, "$TRUMP" and "$MELANIA", valued at over $7.4 billion, due to concerns about foreign influence and conflicts of interest, citing the foreign emoluments clause.
Lawmakers Investigate Trump's Meme Cryptocurrencies Amid Foreign Influence and Conflict of Interest Concerns
Democratic lawmakers are asking federal regulators to investigate President Trump and Melania Trump's meme cryptocurrencies, "$TRUMP" and "$MELANIA", valued at over $7.4 billion, due to concerns about foreign influence and conflicts of interest, citing the foreign emoluments clause.
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56% Bias Score
China Launches $137 Billion Plan to Stabilize A-Share Market
China unveiled a multiyear plan to inject roughly $137.2 billion annually into its A-share market through increased investments from State-owned entities and mutual funds, aiming to stabilize the market and boost investor confidence.
China Launches $137 Billion Plan to Stabilize A-Share Market
China unveiled a multiyear plan to inject roughly $137.2 billion annually into its A-share market through increased investments from State-owned entities and mutual funds, aiming to stabilize the market and boost investor confidence.
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China Prioritizes Infrastructure Upgrades for Belt and Road Initiative in 2025
In 2025, multiple Chinese provinces and municipalities prioritized infrastructure upgrades for the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), including expanding the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, enhancing rail links, and developing key freight hubs, aiming to boost connectivity and international ...
China Prioritizes Infrastructure Upgrades for Belt and Road Initiative in 2025
In 2025, multiple Chinese provinces and municipalities prioritized infrastructure upgrades for the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), including expanding the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, enhancing rail links, and developing key freight hubs, aiming to boost connectivity and international ...
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60% Bias Score
Thames Water Seeks £3bn Bailout Amidst Downgrade and Potential Nationalisation
Thames Water, burdened by a £15bn debt and facing potential collapse, is seeking £3bn in emergency funding; Moody's downgraded its debt rating, and the UK government is preparing contingency plans including special administration.
Thames Water Seeks £3bn Bailout Amidst Downgrade and Potential Nationalisation
Thames Water, burdened by a £15bn debt and facing potential collapse, is seeking £3bn in emergency funding; Moody's downgraded its debt rating, and the UK government is preparing contingency plans including special administration.
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48% Bias Score
Chinese Consumers Prioritize Wellness, Experiences Amid Cautious Spending
AlixPartners' report on 3,000 Chinese consumers shows increased spending on wellness and experiences (41% on health, 30%+ on groceries/clothing/travel), led by Gen Z in top cities and affluent seniors, despite cautious overall sentiment; online channels dominate.
Chinese Consumers Prioritize Wellness, Experiences Amid Cautious Spending
AlixPartners' report on 3,000 Chinese consumers shows increased spending on wellness and experiences (41% on health, 30%+ on groceries/clothing/travel), led by Gen Z in top cities and affluent seniors, despite cautious overall sentiment; online channels dominate.
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16% Bias Score
China's Record Oil and Gas Production Reduces Reliance on Imports
In 2024, China's oil and gas production surpassed 400 million metric tons of oil equivalent for the first time, driven by increased domestic output and technological innovation, leading to a 1.9 percent decrease in crude oil imports as demand for gasoline and diesel fell due to the rise of electric ...
China's Record Oil and Gas Production Reduces Reliance on Imports
In 2024, China's oil and gas production surpassed 400 million metric tons of oil equivalent for the first time, driven by increased domestic output and technological innovation, leading to a 1.9 percent decrease in crude oil imports as demand for gasoline and diesel fell due to the rise of electric ...
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36% Bias Score