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Multinationals Boost China Investment Amidst US-China Trade Optimism
Multinational corporations are increasing investment in China, citing its large consumer base, robust supply chains, and commitment to industrial upgrading, following recent US-China trade talks resulting in a 90-day extension of the tariff pause; foreign-invested companies' trade value reached $1.0...
Multinationals Boost China Investment Amidst US-China Trade Optimism
Multinational corporations are increasing investment in China, citing its large consumer base, robust supply chains, and commitment to industrial upgrading, following recent US-China trade talks resulting in a 90-day extension of the tariff pause; foreign-invested companies' trade value reached $1.0...
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CISCE 2025: Over 6,000 Agreements Highlight China's Global Supply Chain Role
The 2025 China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) concluded with over 6,000 cooperation agreements signed, attracting 1,200 companies from 75 countries (35% foreign, including a 15% year-on-year increase in US exhibitors), showcasing China's role as a global supply chain hub amidst rising prote...
CISCE 2025: Over 6,000 Agreements Highlight China's Global Supply Chain Role
The 2025 China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) concluded with over 6,000 cooperation agreements signed, attracting 1,200 companies from 75 countries (35% foreign, including a 15% year-on-year increase in US exhibitors), showcasing China's role as a global supply chain hub amidst rising prote...
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Global Minimum Tax Shifts Focus to Tax Base Reduction
A new global minimum 15% corporate tax, agreed upon by over 130 countries, aims to stop the race to the bottom in corporate tax rates; however, the EU's Fiscal Observatory study shows this may shift competition towards tax base reduction incentives instead, as evidenced by a 2.7 percentage point dec...
Global Minimum Tax Shifts Focus to Tax Base Reduction
A new global minimum 15% corporate tax, agreed upon by over 130 countries, aims to stop the race to the bottom in corporate tax rates; however, the EU's Fiscal Observatory study shows this may shift competition towards tax base reduction incentives instead, as evidenced by a 2.7 percentage point dec...
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Starbucks UK Posts £35 Million Loss, Pays No Corporation Tax
Starbucks's UK retail arm reported a £35 million loss for the year to 29 September 2024, resulting in zero corporation tax, despite £525.6 million in sales, due to £40 million in royalty payments to its parent company amidst economic challenges, a consumer boycott, and increased competition.
Starbucks UK Posts £35 Million Loss, Pays No Corporation Tax
Starbucks's UK retail arm reported a £35 million loss for the year to 29 September 2024, resulting in zero corporation tax, despite £525.6 million in sales, due to £40 million in royalty payments to its parent company amidst economic challenges, a consumer boycott, and increased competition.
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Spain Finally Implements EU Minimum Corporate Tax
Spain implemented a 15% minimum tax on large multinational corporations, a year behind schedule, following an EU directive and addressing tax base definition and information exchange; the delay resulted in legal action from the European Commission.
Spain Finally Implements EU Minimum Corporate Tax
Spain implemented a 15% minimum tax on large multinational corporations, a year behind schedule, following an EU directive and addressing tax base definition and information exchange; the delay resulted in legal action from the European Commission.
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China Welcomes Increased Foreign Investment Amid Economic Uncertainty
On March 23, 2025, Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng met with CEOs from eight leading multinational companies in Beijing to discuss China's economic prospects and encourage further foreign investment, emphasizing the country's economic resilience and commitment to opening up.
China Welcomes Increased Foreign Investment Amid Economic Uncertainty
On March 23, 2025, Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng met with CEOs from eight leading multinational companies in Beijing to discuss China's economic prospects and encourage further foreign investment, emphasizing the country's economic resilience and commitment to opening up.
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Multinational Corporations Reinforce Commitment to Chinese Market
Following US-China trade talks in Stockholm, multinational corporations are increasing investments in China due to its large consumer market and focus on technological advancement; foreign-invested companies' trade value reached $1.04 trillion in the first seven months of 2025.
Multinational Corporations Reinforce Commitment to Chinese Market
Following US-China trade talks in Stockholm, multinational corporations are increasing investments in China due to its large consumer market and focus on technological advancement; foreign-invested companies' trade value reached $1.04 trillion in the first seven months of 2025.
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Global Firms Strengthen Supply Chain Ties at Beijing Expo
The third China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing, held July 16-20, 2025, attracted 651 companies from 75 countries, showcasing increased global confidence in China's supply chain and economic stability, with major players like Nvidia and McDonald's highlighting its importance.
Global Firms Strengthen Supply Chain Ties at Beijing Expo
The third China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing, held July 16-20, 2025, attracted 651 companies from 75 countries, showcasing increased global confidence in China's supply chain and economic stability, with major players like Nvidia and McDonald's highlighting its importance.
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48% Bias Score
Telefónica Reports €1.107 Billion Loss from Argentinian Subsidiary Sale
Telefónica's sale of its Argentinian subsidiary to Telecom Argentina for approximately €1.189 billion on February 24th, 2025, resulted in a €1.107 billion loss due to currency conversion differences, to be reflected in the first-quarter 2025 results; other divestitures in Colombia and Peru are also ...
Telefónica Reports €1.107 Billion Loss from Argentinian Subsidiary Sale
Telefónica's sale of its Argentinian subsidiary to Telecom Argentina for approximately €1.189 billion on February 24th, 2025, resulted in a €1.107 billion loss due to currency conversion differences, to be reflected in the first-quarter 2025 results; other divestitures in Colombia and Peru are also ...
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China Remains Attractive to Foreign Investors Despite Global Uncertainties
During an interview in mid-March, BSH Home Appliances Group's senior vice-president for China, Hubert de Haan, stated that China remains a worthwhile investment, citing the country's vast consumer market, efficient manufacturing, robust infrastructure, and skilled workforce as key factors.
China Remains Attractive to Foreign Investors Despite Global Uncertainties
During an interview in mid-March, BSH Home Appliances Group's senior vice-president for China, Hubert de Haan, stated that China remains a worthwhile investment, citing the country's vast consumer market, efficient manufacturing, robust infrastructure, and skilled workforce as key factors.
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56% Bias Score
Shanghai Attracts Record Foreign Investment with New Certifications
Shanghai solidified its position as a top foreign investment destination by certifying 30 new multinational regional headquarters and 10 R&D centers on Friday, adding to its existing 1,027 headquarters and 597 centers, attracting significant foreign capital and boosting its global economic standing.
Shanghai Attracts Record Foreign Investment with New Certifications
Shanghai solidified its position as a top foreign investment destination by certifying 30 new multinational regional headquarters and 10 R&D centers on Friday, adding to its existing 1,027 headquarters and 597 centers, attracting significant foreign capital and boosting its global economic standing.
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56% Bias Score
Lawsuit Accuses Bolloré Group of Illicit Port Concessions in Africa
Eleven African associations sued Bolloré Group for allegedly illicitly obtaining port concessions in Togo, Guinea, Côte d'Ivoire, and Cameroon, seeking restitution of the €5.7 billion from the 2022 sale of Bolloré Africa Logistics, citing evidence of corrupt practices and leveraging political connec...
Lawsuit Accuses Bolloré Group of Illicit Port Concessions in Africa
Eleven African associations sued Bolloré Group for allegedly illicitly obtaining port concessions in Togo, Guinea, Côte d'Ivoire, and Cameroon, seeking restitution of the €5.7 billion from the 2022 sale of Bolloré Africa Logistics, citing evidence of corrupt practices and leveraging political connec...
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