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U.S. agriculture isn't nearing a trade war tariff crisis, it's in a 'full-blown crisis already,' farmers say

U.S. agriculture exporters said global backlash to Trump's tariffs is already resulting in canceled orders and farm layoffs.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Temu adds 'import charges' of about 145% after Trump tariffs, more than doubling price of many items

Temu, which sold customers on the ability to "shop like a billionaire" started adding "import charge" to orders in response to Trump's tariffs on China.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Empty shelves, trucking layoffs lead to a summer recession in Apollo's shocking trade fight timeline

U.S. consumers could start to notice trade-related shortages in their local stores next month, according to Apollo.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Treasury Secretary Bessent says it's up to China to de-escalate trade tensions

The comments come with markets on edge over the direction of tariffs.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

International students are rethinking U.S. study plans amid visa policy shifts, experts say

The Trump Administration's sudden change in visa policies is causing some international students to rethink whether they want to study in the U.S. at all.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Google increased CEO Sundar Pichai’s security costs by 22% in 2024

The CEO required a number of costly security measures as he traveled in 2024

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

UK military shrinking by 300 a month says Radakin

Chief of the defence staff warns it will take up to three years for British armed forces to start growing again

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Palantir is soaring while its tech peers are sinking. Here's why

Tech stocks have struggled in 2025, as recession and trade war fears sap investor appetite for riskier assets. Palantir has bucked the trend.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Trump’s 100 days of chaos

The real battle to save the American republic may have just begun

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

UK government clashes with unions over public sector pay

Health and education workers urged to β€˜recognise reality of financial position’ in bid to head off strike action

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Europe fears Trump preparing to walk away from Ukraine talks

Officials are worried US president will use minor progress in talks as β€˜excuse’ to disengage

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

IBM pledges $150 billion to boost U.S. tech growth, computer manufacturing

The funds include $30 billion to advance American manufacturing of its mainframe and quantum computers.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

AI data center boom isn't going bust but the 'pause' is trending at big tech companies

Fears of an AI data center bust were stoked by Microsoft and Amazon headlines, but if anything, massive spending remains the bottom line.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Trump’s first 100 days are the worst for the stock market since Nixon

The S&P 500 has dropped 7.9% since Inauguration Day, CFRA Research data shows.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Palo Alto Networks acquiring Protect AI to boost artificial intelligence tools

Palo Alto Networks is acquiring Protect AI for an undisclosed sum to strengthen its defenses against emerging AI-driven cyber threats.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Undermining the Indus Waters Treaty imperils Indian security

New Delhi’s efforts to downgrade ties with Islamabad will inflict damage on both sides of the border

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Deliveroo shares soar to three-year high after U.S. giant DoorDash makes takeover bid

Deliveroo's board received a cash offer of 180 pence per Deliveroo share, valuing the company at around $3.6 billion

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Chinese factories are stopping production and looking for new markets as U.S. tariffs bite

Chinese manufacturers are pausing production and turning to new markets as the impact of U.S. tariffs sets in, according to companies and analysts.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Revived Andersen tax and advisory firm files to pursue US stock listing

The offering will test investor appetite for professional services firms amid a chill in new listings

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

From presidents to hillbillies, Northern Ireland wants more recognition in the US

Its influence in America has long played second fiddle to that of Γ©migrΓ©s from the Republic of Ireland

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Meta’s AI spending comes into focus amid Trump’s tariff policies

AI is a hot topic this week for Meta investors as the company hosts its first Llama-branded conference for developers then reports earnings the next day.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

PayPal kicks off fintech earnings as investors fear impact of Trump tariffs on consumer spending

PayPal reports earnings on Tuesday, followed by Block on Thursday and Affirm next week.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

BlackRock shareholders urged to vote against Larry Fink’s pay by ISS

Recommendation comes as another difficult vote on CEO’s remuneration package looms

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Syria’s defence ministry opens applications for Assad-era troops

Call to recruit former regime soldiers comes as president seeks to rebuild military and stave off threats

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Big Oil braced for worst year since pandemic as bumper profits recede

Investors ask whether industry can afford the higher dividends and share buy-backs on offer over recent years

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

US and Ukraine inch closer to signing minerals deal

Kyiv said it secured concession from Trump administration not to use proceeds for past military aid

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

The rise of the panicans

The reaction of the markets, politicians and media to Trump’s tariff shock may have averted an arms race

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Canadian and Australian voters are rewarding defiance of Trump’s tariffs

Incumbent leaders are benefiting from standing up to US bullying rather than currying favour

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Why dividend income may have its day in uncertain stock and bond market

As the stock and bond market both see sharp spikes in volatility, dividend income may play more of a role in between equities growth and yield.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Making sense of a rough quarter for ESG funds

Europe saw negative outflows for the first time, but it’s important to keep a sense of perspective

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

European real estate investment rises in the first quarter but macro uncertainty clouds outlook

Investment in Europe's real estate sector is recovering at pace following years of subdued activity, according to new research from commercial property group CBRE.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

How Ukraine could break the western alliance

The US and Europe have fundamentally different views on the threat from Russia and the protection of democracy

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

FirstFT: Drop in Chinese goods at US ports as importers respond to Trump’s tariffs

Also in today’s newsletter, Trump criticises Putin and a visual story on why Apple’s iPhones still need China

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Neom’s acting chief reviews Saudi mega-project after setbacks

Aiman al-Mudaifer was appointed last year following increasing scrutiny of futuristic plan

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

China rolls out employment support and hints at more stimulus as U.S. tensions escalate

Senior Chinese officials outlined plans to support jobs and help exporters, while hinting at the possibility of more stimulus in light of rising U.S. tensions.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International