Tag #Economy

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Putin's Ukraine War Concerns Shift to Economic Strain

President Vladimir Putin claims Russia has met key military objectives in Ukraine, weakening its military and securing territory linking Russia to Crimea; however, he is increasingly concerned about the war's economic impact on Russia, including stifled private investment due to high borrowing costs...

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Trump Threatens Tariffs on China and EU, Sparking Market Volatility

President Trump threatened 10% tariffs on China and the EU on his second day in office, citing trade deficits and fentanyl, following earlier threats against Canada and Mexico; European leaders responded with calls for unity and market adjustments, while the situation creates considerable uncertaint...

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Trump Challenges EU in Davos Address

President Trump, addressing the World Economic Forum in Davos via video conference, criticized the EU's slow bureaucracy and unfair trade practices, advocating for US manufacturing with low taxes but potential tariffs for non-compliant companies.

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China's EV Revolution: Reshaping Cities and Global Energy

China's electric vehicle sales surged to 11 million in 2024, a 40% increase from 2023, leading to decreased oil demand and quieter cities, contrasting with the US approach under Trump.

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Climate Action
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Herald Investment Trust Defeats Takeover Bid, Exposing Regulatory Gaps

Minority investors in Herald Investment Trust overwhelmingly rejected a takeover bid by Saba's Boaz Weinstein, highlighting shortcomings in industry body AIC, regulator FCA, and investment platforms' responses; the vote's success impacts six other targeted trusts.

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Schneider Electric Tops Global Sustainability Ranking

Corporate Knights named Schneider Electric the world's most sustainable company in its annual Global 100 index, ranking 8,359 companies with over \$1 billion in revenue based on sustainability and ethical factors; the index, however, underperformed the MSCI ACWI in 2024.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Trump Pressures Putin to Negotiate End to Ukraine War Amid Russia's Economic Strain

Newly-elected President Trump is pressuring Vladimir Putin to negotiate an end to the nearly three-year-long war in Ukraine, amid growing concerns in the Kremlin over Russia's worsening wartime economy, characterized by labor shortages and high interest rates.

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nos.nl
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US Withdrawal from Global Minimum Tax Agreement Threatens International Cooperation

President Trump's decision to withdraw the US from the global minimum tax agreement, designed to prevent corporate tax evasion through a 15% minimum tax rate across 139 countries, threatens international cooperation and may initiate trade conflicts and higher prices globally.

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Trump Threatens Tariffs, Promises US Economic Dominance at Davos

President Trump, addressing the World Economic Forum via video, threatened import tariffs unless products are made in America, announced a massive Saudi Arabian investment, and plans to make the US a superpower in AI and cryptocurrency, while simultaneously promoting domestic oil and gas production,...

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Netflix's Record Subscriber Growth Exposes Traditional Media's Struggle

Netflix reported record-breaking subscriber growth of 19 million in Q4 2023, reaching 302 million total subscribers and an 8.5% market share, contrasting sharply with layoffs at CNN and downsizing at NBC, whose streaming services hold significantly smaller market shares.

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theglobeandmail.com
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Trump Initiates Trade Deficit Investigations, Raising Stakes for Mexico and Canada

President Trump, despite delaying a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian imports, initiated investigations into US trade deficits, potentially using tariffs as leverage for trade renegotiations by April 1st. This has significant implications for global trade and US-Canada relations.

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Elbit Systems' Stock Soars Amidst Global Defense Spending Surge

Elbit Systems' share price has soared 70% since June to record highs, reaching a $13.3 billion market cap, fueled by increased global defense budgets and strong demand for its products, particularly in Israel following the recent conflict; despite a ceasefire, continued growth is expected.

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