Chinese tech giants enter the ‘agentic commerce’ race as AI reshapes super apps
China’s tech giants are jostling to gain an edge in the AI race, as firms seek to develop models capable of coordinating and performing functions across sites.
Finnish President’s message to U.S. on protecting NATO’s border with Russia: ‘We got this’
Finland’s Alexander Stubb pushes back against claims Europe is projecting military weakness, telling CNBC’s Steve Sedgwick in Davos that his country, which borders Russia, has one of Europe’s largest armies and plays a key role in U.S. security as a NA…
Finnish President’s message to U.S. on protecting NATO’s border with Russia: ‘We got this’
Finland’s Alexander Stubb pushes back against claims Europe is projecting military weakness, telling CNBC’s Steve Sedgwick in Davos that his country, which borders Russia, has one of Europe’s largest armies and plays a key role in U.S. security as a NA…
China’s investment crash raises credit risks for homebuilders, banks, government: Fitch
China’s sharp investment downturn is amplifying credit risks across the economy, weighing on the credit profiles of homebuilders, banks and local governments.
CNBC’s The China Connection newsletter: China’s new global playbook —from exporter to investor
Chinese companies are no longer just exporting overseas, instead eyeing partnerships and local investments for global expansion.
Scott Bessent says U.S. is unconcerned by Treasury sell-off over Greenland, calls Denmark ‘irrelevant’
U.S. treasury secretary Scott Bessant addressed reporters at a news conference at the World Economic Forum on Wednesday.
UK inflation rises to 3.4% in December, above forecasts
The U.K. inflation rate rose to 3.4% in December, above forecasts of 3.3% from economists polled by Reuters.
CNBC Daily Open: Investors flee from the U.S. as Trump doubles down on Greenland
Markets on Tuesday flashed the classic signs of a “sell America” trade, as investors recoiled from escalating risks tied to Washington’s foreign policy.
Gold breaks new record on Greenland tariff threats — $7,000 level on the cards
Gold prices climbed to another record of over $4,800 on Wednesday, extending its sharp rally.
China says trade deal with U.S. will ‘drain Taiwan’s economy’ for American benefits
China doubled down its rhetorics on the trade agreement between Taiwan and the U.S., saying it would benefit Washington while eroding the island’s strategic advantages.
