Finance

LONDON — Global stocks climbed Monday while the dollar slipped as investors grew more confident that the Federal Reserve could move toward a December Fed cut, even as policymakers remain split on the timing of further easing.  The cautious optimism set the tone for an event heavy week that includes US retail sales data, producer … Read more

NEW YORK — A turbulent week on Wall Street ended with a glimmer of optimism after a sharp US market rout driven by hotter than expected economic readings and renewed anxiety over high flying technology valuations.  Despite losses across major indexes, comments from a top Federal Reserve official and selective strength in the artificial intelligence … Read more

DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — China plans to expand trade and investment with Tajikistan, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said during a visit to the Tajik capital on Saturday.  Wang pledged to increase imports of high quality agricultural products from Tajikistan and encourage Chinese companies to invest in the landlocked Central Asian nation. “China will remain a … Read more

WASHINGTON — The United States economy is exhibiting an unusual trend that is raising concerns among Federal Reserve officials.  Despite robust economic growth and high productivity, job creation has slowed significantly this year, leaving policymakers grappling with how to steer the economy. US companies have sharply reduced hiring, uncertain about the impact of sweeping economic … Read more

Former President Donald Trump’s net worth fell by $1.1 billion in recent months, according to financial analysts tracking his wealth.  The decline follows losses in his technology company TMTG and the Trump family’s cryptocurrency investments, highlighting volatility in both traditional and digital assets. As of Friday, Trump’s net worth was estimated at $6.2 billion, down … Read more

US prosecutors have launched an investigation into a group of telecom companies after BlackRock’s private credit arm reported it lent more than $400 million backed by what appear to be fabricated receivables, according to people familiar with the matter.  The $400 million fraud probe centers on entities connected to Bankim Brahmbhatt, a little known executive … Read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Boeing (BA.N) is close to announcing a strategic partnership to pursue an international sales opportunity for its T-7 advanced trainer, company executives said Sunday, highlighting rising global demand for lightweight military training jets. At a briefing ahead of the Dubai Airshow, Boeing officials confirmed the partnership announcement is expected within … Read more

Hyundai Motor Group announced on Sunday that it will pour 125.2 trillion won, or about $86 billion, into its South Korean operations between 2026 and 2030, marking one of the largest domestic commitments ever made by the automaker.  The decision follows the finalization of a new trade deal between Seoul and Washington that reduces US … Read more