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Pfizer Will Continue Supply Of Drugs To Russia, But Will Stop New Clinical Trials
Pfizer Inc, the global pharmaceutical company based in the United States, said on Monday that it would continue to deliver pharmaceuticals and drugs to Russia on a humanitarian basis but would not conduct new clinical trials or recruit participants for current research… Read More ›
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Stocks Of Chinese Tech Firm Tencent Plunges Following Report Of Record Fine For Money Laundering
Tencent’s stock dropped sharply in Hong Kong on Monday after the Wall Street Journal reported that the Chinese internet giant might face a record punishment for breaking anti-money laundering regulations. According to the Wall Street Journal, WeChat Pay, Tencent’s mobile… Read More ›
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US Set To Impose Ban On Import Of Russian Diamond And Vodka
In the latest response to Russia’s conflict in Ukraine, US President Joe Biden has placed a ban on Russian diamonds, seafood, and vodka imports. Russia’s position as an equal trading partner will be revoked by the United States, the European… Read More ›
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Data From Goldman Sachs Shows The Most Difficult Global Financial Conditions Since May 2009
Global financial conditions have reached their tightest since May 2009, according to a widely regarded Goldman Sachs index, which might indicate a global economic slowdown. The financial circumstances of an economy represent the availability of capital in that economy, and… Read More ›
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SPAC Offerings By Chinese Firms Are Picking Up Steam As Harsher Offshore IPO Restrictions Loom
At a time when China’s tougher monitoring of its companies has hampered capital raising through foreign IPOs, smaller Chinese companies in need of capital are racing for quick offshore listings through the merger route with blank-check enterprises, according to corporate executives and bankers. The businesses… Read More ›
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Apple Likely To Be More Appealing To Low-Purchasing Consumers In Asia With 5G iPhone SE
According to analysts, the low-cost 5G model of its iPhones would help Apple Inc to boost its appeal in the Asian market, – a market where the iPhone maker is rivalling with a slew of rivals ranging from South Korea’s… Read More ›
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Adidas Anticipates A Hit In Russia In 2022, But Expects A Recovery In China
Adidas said that shutting operations in Russia and Covid-19 difficulties in Vietnam would hurt sales, but an improved China forecast helped the German sportswear company’s shares rise 10% on Wednesday. The firm has approximately 500 storefronts in Russia, accounting for… Read More ›
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Brain Shrinkage, And Memory Loss Can Be Caused By Covid-19, Claims Study
According to Oxford University research, Covid-19 can cause the brain to shrink, diminish grey matter in areas that govern emotion and memory, and impair areas that control the sense of smell. The effects were found in persons who had not… Read More ›
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Russian Rouble Sets A New Record Low Due To Thin Offshore Trade
On Monday, the Russian rouble hit a new low in weak offshore activity, with local markets suspended for trading until at least Wednesday. According to Refinitiv data, the rouble fell to 133.5 per dollar after closing at 121.037 on Friday…. Read More ›
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US And Its European Allies Are Discussing A Ban On Russian Oil Imports
According to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, the US and its European allies are considering blocking importing of Russian oil, and the White House is working with critical Congressional committees on imposing a ban of their own. European countries are significantly… Read More ›