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China's Trillion Dollar Stimulus Package Fails To Address Key Debt Problem, Chief Economist Says

The $1.4 trillion package aims to jumpstart the stagnant economy by allowing local governments to reduce their debt load: report

Robinhood Attorney On Trump's Shortlist To Chair Securities And Exchange Commission
Dan Gallagher was a SEC commissioner between 2011 and 2015
Amazon Weighs New Multi-Billion Dollar Investment In Anthropic: Report
This would be Amazon's second investment in Anthropic, as the company previously announced a $4 billion investment in September last year. At that time, Amazon also revealed that its customers would get early access to Anthropic's technology.
Trump Taps Susie Wiles To Serve As First Female Chief Of Staff
Susie Wiles, considered the architect of Donald Trump's winning campaign, will become his chief of staff.
Sony Quarterly Net Profit Jumps But Forecast Unchanged
The yen's weakness against the dollar and euro had a positive impact on takings in those key sectors, the Japanese conglomerate added.
Who Will Staff Trump's Government? A Look At Top Contenders
US President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday made the first appointment of his new administration -- naming a chief of staff -- with other key jobs set to be filled in the "days and weeks ahead," according to his team.
Boeing To Repay Furloughed Employees, But Will Still Proceed With Job Cuts
The planemaker's CEO, Kelly Ortberg, stated that while factory workers would be repaid for lost wages, the company would still go ahead with its plans to slash approximately 10% of its workforce globally.
Detroit To Allow Residents To Pay Taxes, City Fees In Crypto In Mid-2025
Detroit is positioning itself to become the "largest city" in the U.S. to accept cryptocurrency payments for taxes and other city fees, marking a significant pivot for Detroit residents.
Joe Biden Calls On Americans To 'Accept The Choice The Country Has Made' After Harris Defeat
The president said, 'You can't love your country only when you win," as he addressed the nation about Donald Trump's presidential win

US Fed Chair Says Will Not Leave Early If Asked By Trump

US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Thursday that he would not resign if asked to leave early by President-elect Donald Trump.

Economy in Focus

China Poised To Approve More Help For Ailing Economy
China is expected to unveil a huge support package for the struggling economy Friday as officials wrap up a key meeting with an eye on the possibility of intensified trade tensions with US president-elect Donald Trump.
Asian Markets Extend Rally After Fed Cut
Trump's Win Drives Up Bond Yields To Highest In Months On Deficit Fears

War in Ukraine

Zelensky Says 'Suicidal' To Offer Putin Concessions On Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday said it would be "suicidal" for Europe to offer the Kremlin concessions to halt its invasion of Ukraine, after Moscow demanded the West enter direct talks on ending the war.
'Worry' In Ukraine At Trump Victory At Critical Moment In War
Donald Trump's victory in US presidential elections has sparked anxiety on the streets of Kyiv at a decisive moment of the war as Ukrainian defences buckle under mounting Russian pressure.
US Announces $425 Mn In New Ukraine Security Aid
The United States announced Friday that it will provide an additional $425 million in military aid to Ukraine, a day after Washington said thousands of North Korean troops were ready to enter combat against Kyiv's forces.
Drug-resistant Superbugs: Ukraine's Other Wartime Enemy
Ukrainian soldier Anton Sushko, severely wounded, thought he was finally safe when he spotted a rescue team after crawling for hours through the battlefield in eastern Ukraine.

CRYPTO BLOCK

Free Ross: Crypto Community Urges Trump To Keep His Promise For Silk Road Founder

The crypto community is still celebrating Donald Trump's win, but they haven't forgotten that the Republican promised to free Ross Ulbricht on his first day at the White House as the 47th U.S. President.

A Dark Reality For Foreign Investors In Vietnam

Vietnam has steadily become a preferred location for foreign direct investment in Southeast Asia due to its favorable political environment and growth potential.

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Business Lookahead: Jobs, Prices And AI

From U.S. jobs numbers that could give the Fed pause for thought, to signs the AI bandwagon is picking up speed, these are the big stories to watch out for in business and finance in the coming days. Rachel Faber has the details.

US Economic Uncertainty Means Bigger 'Black Friday' Discounts
Dublin Riot Highlights 'Far-Right' Agitation Over Ireland Immigration
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Taiwan Strait: Chinese Ship 'Cuts Off US Destroyer'
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Dashcam Video Captures Missile Falling Near Kyiv Car
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Saudi Pledges Big Oil Cuts In July