Taiwan says awaiting US announcement on China chip waiver extension
(Reuters) – Taiwan was waiting for a decision by the U.S. government on whether Taiwanese chipmakers will be allowed a…
Citigroup’s board to meet in Singapore for the first time since 2011
(Reuters) – Citigroup Inc (NYSE:C) said on Thursday that its board of directors will meet in Singapore for the first…
Kia Corp unveils three smaller-medium-sized EVs to speed its electrification ambitions
(Reuters) – Kia Corp on Thursday unveiled three new small-to-medium sized electric vehicles (EV) to attract a wider range of…
Uniqlo owner Fast Retailing annual profit rises 28% to fresh record
(Reuters) – Japan’s Fast Retailing Co, owner of clothing brand Uniqlo, reported on Thursday that full-year operating profit rose 28%…
Ericsson shares volatile after results, $2.9 billion charge
(Reuters) – Ericsson shares were volatile on Thursday, defying indications for a sharp fall after the Swedish telecom gear maker…
Venezuela bondholders file claim to New York court amid tolling agreement
(Reuters) – Holders of defaulted debt issued by Venezuela and its state oil company said they made two filings in…
China bans new offshore brokerage accounts in capital control move
(Reuters) – China has for the first time issued a notice prohibiting domestic brokerages and their overseas units from taking…
UAW expands auto strike to Ford’s biggest plant in surprise move
(Reuters) -United Auto Workers on Wednesday shut down Ford (NYSE:F)’s biggest plant globally, halting production of lucrative pickup trucks with…
European stocks edge higher; U.K. GDP offers hope of future growth
European stock markets traded higher Thursday, helped by signs of U.K. growth ahead of the release of key U.S. consumer…
Oil falls after Saudi pledge; investors keep wary eye on Israel
(Reuters) – Oil prices fell on Wednesday, as fears of disruption to supplies due to conflict in the Middle East…