Poland’s elections could mark a crossroad for EU solidarity — and Ukraine support
The incumbent government has fallen out with Ukraine over grain and sparred with the EU; and its challenger is former European Council President Donald Tusk.
Russia can gain from Middle East turmoil — but it could backfire if the war spirals out of control
Russia stands to benefit from the Hamas-Israeli war but the conflict also carries big risks for Moscow, analysts say.
‘Time to set the record straight’: Saudi minister defends China’s lending to developing nations
Saudi Arabia’s Finance Minister Mohammed al-Jadaan was speaking at a panel discussion at the IMF-World Bank joint conference in Morocco.
Microsoft’s $69 billion Activision Blizzard takeover approved by UK, clearing way for deal to close
Britain’s top competition watchdog gave the green light to Microsoft’s proposed $69 billion takeover of gaming firm Activision Blizzard Friday.
China’s exports and imports drop again in September
China’s trade slumped this year amid lackluster global demand for Chinese good and muted domestic demand.
A photographer ‘accidentally’ found a way to help hundreds of dogs get adopted
Rachael Rodgers takes rescue dogs on road trips. Her photos of them — hiking and kayaking in the Canadian wilderness — have helped nearly all find new homes.
China consumer prices were unexpectedly flat, as economic recovery remains fragile
China’s consumer price index came in at zero in September, while factory gate prices saw annual declines slow for a third month.
CNBC Daily Open: Investors spooked by hot inflation report
Investors digested a hotter-than-expected consumer prices report on Thursday but focus today will squarely be on earnings season.
Hong Kong stocks tumble over 2%, leading losses in Asia-Pacific after China data
Hong Kong stocks fall more than 2%, leading losses in the wider Asia-Pacific markets fell as investors digest China’s inflation and trade data for September.
Birkenstock’s IPO is set to boost another footwear stock by 65%, analyst says
Using Birkenstock’s IPO as a benchmark, Investec analysts believe investors may be underestimating the growth potential at a different footwear company.
