BYD posted a net profit of RMB 9.16 billion in the first quarter of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 100.4 percent, marking its fastest profit growth in nearly two years. Revenue climbed 36.35 percent to RMB 170.36 billion, driven by… Read More ›
Geopolitics
Trump’s Trade War: Initial Blow and Rapid Backtrack Shake Global Commerce
South Korea’s GDP contraction underscored by U.S. tariffs has drawn fresh attention after President Trump both launched his toughest trade measures yet and quickly signaled they would be pared back. Businesses, markets and international partners are left weighing the implications… Read More ›
Mercedes-Benz CEO Urges EU to Find Equitable Solution to China-Made EV Tariff Dispute
Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius has called on the European Union to seek a fair and balanced resolution to the ongoing tariff dispute with China over electric vehicles (EVs). Speaking at the Shanghai Auto Show, Källenius emphasized the importance of avoiding… Read More ›
Huawei’s Ascend 910C Pushes Forward as China Seeks Independence from U.S. Tech
Huawei is moving swiftly to bring its latest AI chip, the Ascend 910C, into mass production, with shipments to Chinese clients expected to begin as early as next month. This signals a pivotal shift in the Chinese tech landscape as… Read More ›
Ukraine’s Critical Minerals: Strategic Assets Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Ukraine possesses a wealth of critical minerals, including significant reserves of lithium, graphite, titanium, and rare earth elements. These resources are vital for various industries, from renewable energy to defense. The country’s graphite reserves, for instance, represent a substantial portion… Read More ›
Threat of Recession Because of Continued Trade Tensions: IMF
Trade tensions, particularly between major economies like the United States and China, have historically led to significant stock market volatility. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has observed that geopolitical events, including trade restrictions, can cause global stock returns to decline… Read More ›
EU’s Energy Security Dilemma Deepens Amid U.S. LNG Leverage and Renewed Russian Gas Talks
Europe’s energy landscape is in flux as it continues to grapple with vulnerabilities shaped by geopolitical tensions, trade dynamics, and supply uncertainties. More than three years after the conflict in Ukraine set off a cascade of disruptions, European nations remain… Read More ›
Spanish Olive Oil Producers Fast-Track U.S. Shipments and Rethink Investment Amid Tariff Threats
Spanish olive oil producers are racing against time to ship as much product as possible to the United States before a new wave of tariffs takes effect. Following the announcement of a 90-day pause before a potential hike to 25%… Read More ›
Trump’s Tariffs Fail to Forge EU-China Alliance Amid Deep-Rooted Divisions
Despite escalating U.S. tariffs under President Donald Trump, the European Union (EU) and China remain distant from forming a unified front. Persistent economic frictions, strategic divergences, and political constraints continue to hinder any substantial alignment between the two powers. Ongoing… Read More ›
China Strikes Back with 125% Tariffs: A High-Stakes Trade Clash Impacting Global Markets
In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, China has raised its tariffs on U.S. goods from 84% to 125%, a direct response to U.S. trade measures that have rattled global markets. The move sends a clear signal: U.S. exports are… Read More ›