Singles Day, celebrated annually on November 11, is the world’s biggest shopping event, far surpassing Western sales events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Originally created in China as a day for single people to celebrate their independence, it has… Read More ›
Economy & Finance
China’s Expanding Trade Surplus Raises Global Concerns Amid Economic Imbalance
China’s trade surplus is reaching unprecedented levels, setting the stage for rising tensions with global trading partners who are already grappling with concerns over economic imbalances. As China’s exports far outpace imports, its projected trade surplus could reach nearly $1… Read More ›
Bitcoin And Crypto Markets Surge As Pro-Crypto Political Wins And Policy Changes Fuel Optimism
Bitcoin recently soared to an all-time high near $81,000, reflecting renewed investor enthusiasm fueled by U.S. election outcomes that favored pro-crypto candidates and upcoming changes in monetary policy. This surge underscores a shift in sentiment as both seasoned and new… Read More ›
Musk Endorses Presidential Influence Over The Federal Reserve, Sparking Debate On Fed Independence
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, recently sparked controversy by suggesting that the president should have a role in Federal Reserve policy decisions, adding his voice to a growing debate on Fed independence. Musk’s support for presidential influence on… Read More ›
Trump’s Tariff Threats: Is The World Heading Toward A Global Trade War?
Former President Donald Trump’s re-election has sent shockwaves through the global economy, as he has revived his hardline stance on tariffs, proposing sweeping taxes on all imported goods to the United States. Unlike his previous term, when tariffs were aimed… Read More ›
Toyota’s Bold Strategy To Regain Market Share In China Amid Rising Local EV Competition
Toyota is planning an ambitious overhaul of its China operations, aiming to produce at least 2.5 million vehicles annually in the country by 2030. This strategic shift reflects Toyota’s growing focus on the Chinese market as it looks to reclaim… Read More ›
India’s Antitrust Watchdog Targets Growing Food Delivery Industry With Focus On Fair Competition And Consumer Choice
India’s food delivery landscape, dominated by Zomato and SoftBank-backed Swiggy, is under scrutiny as the Competition Commission of India (CCI) investigates their business practices for potential anti-competitive behavior. At the heart of the issue is whether the companies’ practices harm… Read More ›
Trump’s Trade Policies Could Drive Factory Relocation Surge From China To Southeast Asia, But Risks Remain
With Donald Trump’s recent election victory, a new wave of factory relocations from China to Southeast Asia is anticipated, as companies brace for potential 60% tariffs on Chinese goods entering the U.S. Southeast Asia, already a key manufacturing hub for… Read More ›
China Holds Steady Amid Potential U.S. Trade Risks, Investors Seek Greater Stimulus As Trump’s Trade Policies Loom
As China’s top legislative body, the National People’s Congress (NPC), approved a 10 trillion yuan ($1.4 trillion) package on Friday to help local governments address hidden debt, investors were left with mixed feelings. Many had hoped for a more substantial… Read More ›
Weather Analytics Revolutionize Retail: How Big Data Is Changing Inventory, Pricing, And Consumer Experience
Retailers across the United States are harnessing the power of advanced weather analytics to manage everything from inventory and pricing to targeted advertising, transforming how they respond to the unpredictability of weather patterns. Industry leaders like Walmart and Tractor Supply… Read More ›