A brief overview of recent business news from The Economist's "The World This Week" section, covering updates from early to mid-September 2023. Read more...

Hong Kong retail sales continue to decline, while Drax Group reports record profits amid subsidy controversy. Political uncertainty also impacts the labor market. Read more...

Transnistria's crypto dreams fade as energy costs soar. Meanwhile, Kazakhstan sees a rise in the use of Russia's national payment system terminals. Plus: Gazprom must pay ČEZ. Read more...

A look at the latest market news, including Brevan Howard's crypto push, Ron Baron's fund outlook, and Bank Negara's economic forecast. Plus, a discussion of potential "golden hiccups" in finance. Read more...

A look at the current economic landscape: Trump's tariffs impacting various sectors, a struggling US housing market, and rising executive pay at GSK. Read more...

A look at recent trends in global trade, including coal and platinum exports, and the impressive growth of fintech startup Ramp. Read more...

The EU Commission is planning to reduce bureaucracy and offer greater protection to companies, including a delay to the controversial Supply Chain Act. Read more...

Ghana recently hosted QNET's V-Africa 2025, a major regional convention focused on empowering entrepreneurs and driving economic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa. The event attracted over 4,000 participants and highlighted Ghana as a hub for entrepreneurial excellence. Read more...

Major infrastructure and energy projects are in development. A massive gas field expansion and a bridge over the Panama Canal highlight global investment. Read more...

Market trends show a mixed bag: the Malaysian ringgit is up, hedge funds are slightly less bullish, and Bangladeshi factories are increasing automation, impacting workers. OFS Capital earnings reveal weakness. Read more...

A Tesla manager was reportedly fired after criticizing CEO Elon Musk's controversial social media post referencing Nazi leaders. The article also covers stock market activity for Box, Atos, Melexis and Nexus Infrastructure. Read more...

Trump's tariff threats and China's tech sector create market uncertainty. Best Buy faces earnings challenges, while AI offers a potential boost to China's economy. Read more...

Trump's actions, from tariffs on Canada and Mexico to threats against Venezuela, are causing market volatility and impacting companies like Repsol. Could a global meltdown be next? Read more...

Rising tariffs, a hawkish Fed, and a massive chip investment in the US are shaking up the global economy. What does this mean for gold and the future of trade? Read more...

A look at how tariffs on Chinese goods, the dangers of chasing yield in private credit, and global grain prices are impacting businesses. Read more...

The US trade deficit hits a record high amid Trump's tariffs, while the Atlanta Fed forecasts economic contraction due to trade and consumption declines. Amazon's bestsellers for February are also revealed. Read more...

E-commerce platforms clash over proposed tax increases while Shein faces scrutiny for child labor. Plus, coaches are making a comeback in the UK, and the latest Women in Work Index is out. Read more...

Chinese AI and EV companies like DeepSeek and Xpeng are making waves globally, with AI advancements and expansion into new markets like Hong Kong and the Czech Republic. Read more...

Trump's renewed tariff threats against Canada and Mexico send US stocks tumbling, while European defense firms surge. A potential trade war looms, impacting global markets. Read more...

Amidst potential US tariffs on EU goods and calls for European defense autonomy, global alliances are shifting as leaders express support for President Zelensky. Read more...