Canada confronts Trump's threatened tariffs at inauguration
Canadian business leaders and politicians are attending the inauguration of Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., to counter his threatened 25-percent tariffs on Canadian goods, emphasizing the economic interdependence and shared history between Canada and the U.S., while acknowledging the risk of a sig...
Canada confronts Trump's threatened tariffs at inauguration
Canadian business leaders and politicians are attending the inauguration of Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., to counter his threatened 25-percent tariffs on Canadian goods, emphasizing the economic interdependence and shared history between Canada and the U.S., while acknowledging the risk of a sig...
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56% Bias Score
Escribano Brothers Take Helm of Indra, Shifting Focus to Defense
From a small repair shop founded in 1989, the Escribano brothers have risen to lead Indra, a major Spanish defense company, after acquiring a significant stake and implementing a strategic shift towards defense contracting, following a period of internal restructuring at Indra.
Escribano Brothers Take Helm of Indra, Shifting Focus to Defense
From a small repair shop founded in 1989, the Escribano brothers have risen to lead Indra, a major Spanish defense company, after acquiring a significant stake and implementing a strategic shift towards defense contracting, following a period of internal restructuring at Indra.
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40% Bias Score
Billionaire Wealth Surges to $15 Trillion Amid Stagnant Global Poverty
Oxfam's 2025 report reveals a $2 trillion surge in billionaire wealth to $15 trillion in 2024, the second-largest annual increase on record, while global poverty remains unchanged since 1990, with 44% of the population living below $6.85 per day; Oxfam attributes 60% of billionaire wealth to inherit...
Billionaire Wealth Surges to $15 Trillion Amid Stagnant Global Poverty
Oxfam's 2025 report reveals a $2 trillion surge in billionaire wealth to $15 trillion in 2024, the second-largest annual increase on record, while global poverty remains unchanged since 1990, with 44% of the population living below $6.85 per day; Oxfam attributes 60% of billionaire wealth to inherit...
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56% Bias Score
Stuttgart Stock Exchange: Crypto Demand to Surge Under Trump, EU Regulations
The Stuttgart Stock Exchange predicts surging cryptocurrency demand due to a US administration perceived as crypto-friendly and new EU regulations governing crypto trading and custody, expecting user growth to reach 100-150 million by the end of the decade and a more mature market.
Stuttgart Stock Exchange: Crypto Demand to Surge Under Trump, EU Regulations
The Stuttgart Stock Exchange predicts surging cryptocurrency demand due to a US administration perceived as crypto-friendly and new EU regulations governing crypto trading and custody, expecting user growth to reach 100-150 million by the end of the decade and a more mature market.
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48% Bias Score
French Unions and Employers Begin Talks on Pension Reform
French unions and employers initiated three months of talks on January 17th to reform the pension system, a significant shift from President Macron's previous approach, aiming to find compromises on financing and other key issues, potentially impacting the future role of social partners in French po...
French Unions and Employers Begin Talks on Pension Reform
French unions and employers initiated three months of talks on January 17th to reform the pension system, a significant shift from President Macron's previous approach, aiming to find compromises on financing and other key issues, potentially impacting the future role of social partners in French po...
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56% Bias Score
China's 2024 Economic Performance: Growth in High-Tech Sectors Amidst Global Uncertainty
In 2024, China's total import and export trade increased by 5 percent, while Belt and Road Initiative-related trade grew by 6.4 percent; despite a slight decrease in overall foreign investment, high-tech sectors showed strong growth, indicating economic resilience and a shift towards innovation.
China's 2024 Economic Performance: Growth in High-Tech Sectors Amidst Global Uncertainty
In 2024, China's total import and export trade increased by 5 percent, while Belt and Road Initiative-related trade grew by 6.4 percent; despite a slight decrease in overall foreign investment, high-tech sectors showed strong growth, indicating economic resilience and a shift towards innovation.
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48% Bias Score
China Urges US Businesses to Invest Amidst Han Zheng-Musk Meeting
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with Elon Musk in the US on Sunday, urging American businesses to seize opportunities in China's growing economy; Musk pledged Tesla's continued investment and cooperation.
China Urges US Businesses to Invest Amidst Han Zheng-Musk Meeting
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with Elon Musk in the US on Sunday, urging American businesses to seize opportunities in China's growing economy; Musk pledged Tesla's continued investment and cooperation.
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48% Bias Score
Biden Vetoes Nippon Steel's US Steel Acquisition
President Biden blocked a $15 billion acquisition of US Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel, citing national security concerns and supply chain risks, despite bipartisan support for the veto and criticism from the involved companies.
Biden Vetoes Nippon Steel's US Steel Acquisition
President Biden blocked a $15 billion acquisition of US Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel, citing national security concerns and supply chain risks, despite bipartisan support for the veto and criticism from the involved companies.
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44% Bias Score
Trump's Return: Expected Policy Shockwave
Upon his return to the White House, President Trump intends to sign numerous executive orders addressing the economy, illegal immigration, and international relations, potentially causing significant domestic and international upheaval.
Trump's Return: Expected Policy Shockwave
Upon his return to the White House, President Trump intends to sign numerous executive orders addressing the economy, illegal immigration, and international relations, potentially causing significant domestic and international upheaval.
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56% Bias Score
Northvolt's Collapse: A Setback for Europe's Green Tech Ambitions
The near-bankruptcy of Swedish battery maker Northvolt, despite substantial funding and government support, reveals the challenges Europe faces in competing with China's established dominance in battery technology, particularly given its rapid growth strategy and quality control issues resulting in ...
Northvolt's Collapse: A Setback for Europe's Green Tech Ambitions
The near-bankruptcy of Swedish battery maker Northvolt, despite substantial funding and government support, reveals the challenges Europe faces in competing with China's established dominance in battery technology, particularly given its rapid growth strategy and quality control issues resulting in ...
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56% Bias Score
Yuan Depreciation Amidst US-China Monetary Divergence
The Chinese yuan is weakening against a strengthening U.S. dollar due to diverging monetary policies and China's economic challenges, prompting the PBOC to prioritize exchange rate stability over further monetary easing to prevent a sharp currency fall.
Yuan Depreciation Amidst US-China Monetary Divergence
The Chinese yuan is weakening against a strengthening U.S. dollar due to diverging monetary policies and China's economic challenges, prompting the PBOC to prioritize exchange rate stability over further monetary easing to prevent a sharp currency fall.
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52% Bias Score
France's Uncoordinated Energy Policy Risks Economic Hardship
French Senator Ronan Dantec warns of a lack of coordination in France's energy policy, highlighting the significant cost difference between nuclear (120€/MWh) and solar (17€/MWh) energy, and the risk of overproduction due to the lack of integration with cheaper European electricity.
France's Uncoordinated Energy Policy Risks Economic Hardship
French Senator Ronan Dantec warns of a lack of coordination in France's energy policy, highlighting the significant cost difference between nuclear (120€/MWh) and solar (17€/MWh) energy, and the risk of overproduction due to the lack of integration with cheaper European electricity.
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52% Bias Score