French farmers block roads, dump produce as protest edges closer to Paris
Farmers said the protests, now in their second week after breaking out in the southwest, would continue as long as their demands are not met.
Microsoft lays off 1,900 workers, nearly 9% of gaming division, after Activision Blizzard acquisition
The Microsoft layoffs come a little more than three months after the company closed on its acquisition of video game maker Activison Blizzard.
U.S. workers are getting scooped up by international companies hiring remote roles
The number of American workers hired by international companies grew 62% last year.
European Central Bank holds rates steady, gives no hint at cuts ahead
The European Central Bank on Thursday confirmed expectations that it would hold interest rates unchanged at their current record high.
Apple takes top spot in China’s smartphone market for the first time as Huawei returns to the top 5
Apple took the top spot in China’s smartphone market in 2023 even as it faces renewed competition from domestic giant Huawei.
The U.S. economy grew at blistering 3.3% pace in Q4 while inflation pulled back
GDP was expected to grow at a 2% annualized rate in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones.
American Airlines stock surges 10% as strong demand drives 2024 profit forecast
American beat Wall Street estimates on the top and bottom lines.
Elon Musk says Chinese EV makers will ‘pretty much demolish’ most competitors without trade barriers
Companies including BYD, Nio and Xpeng have expanded sales outside of China in the last two years, looking to take on established automakers, including Tesla.
Turkey hikes interest rate again to 45% after inflation nears 65%
The rate hike comes amid an ongoing battle against double-digit inflation for Turkey’s monetary policymakers.
Messi’s new Inter Miami soccer jersey replaces crypto firm logo with cruise operator icon
The sponsorship deal is likely seeking to harness Messi’s popularity ahead of the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s second season at Inter Miami.
