Taiwan’s new president will face a divided parliament. Here’s why it matters
The lack of a parliamentary majority may force Lai Ching-te to moderate his China policy and cater more to Taiwan’s disenchanted youths.
Ukraine says China needed for peace process after Davos meeting
China needs to be involved in talks to end the war with Russia, Ukraine’s top representative said after a diplomatic meeting ahead of the World Economic Forum.
China stocks pare losses as central bank holds rates; Taiwan stocks rise after elections
Taiwan stocks rise after Lai Ching-te wins presidential race, China stocks pare back losses as the People’s Bank of China leaves medium-term policy loans rate unchanged.
CNBC Daily Open: Big Bank earnings signal downbeat quarter
Fourth quarter earnings have officially begun with four of Wall Street’s top six banks having reported rather bleak results.
Here are Wall Street’s top semiconductor stock picks for 2024
Banks such as BofA and UBS are bullish on the semiconductor sector despite its strong run in 2023.
Goldman Sachs says it’s time to buy this unloved global sector — and names some top stocks
Goldman Sachs says a shift is underway in Europe’s utilities sector, naming a bunch of stocks it expects to rise by 30%.
Americans are canceling trips that are thousands of miles from Gaza. Here’s why
Geopolitical conflict is affecting travel bookings in 2024, causing travelers to lose confidence to travel internationally — and domestically.
‘Mean Girls’ is the Queen Bee of the box office, opens to $28 million
Paramount’s “Mean Girls” opened to an estimated $28 million at the domestic box office, on its way to a $32 million take for the holiday weekend.
Denmark’s King Frederik X appears before huge crowds after taking the throne
Denmark’s King Frederik X ascended the throne on Sunday, succeeding his mother, Queen Margrethe II, who formally abdicated after 52 years as monarch.
A city famous for its beaches is helping residents age in place. What to know if you want to stay in your home
Most adults would prefer to age in place, but high costs and lack of access to care can get in the way. New community programs aim to overcome those obstacles.
