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Chinese EVs save economy from a serious slowdown

Chinese GDP growth slowed to 4.3% but success in EV production boosted export earnings.

US banks make huge profits

US banks makes huge profits despite rising inflation

Could AI boom bring about a three-day working week?

Zoom predicts a three-day working week as AI boosts productivity...but do bosses agree?

Twelve US states take on Paramount

Twelve US states sue Paramount Skydance over its planned takeover of Warner Brothers

Cashing in on Taylor Swift's wedding trash

The artist selling rubbish gathered on Taylor Swift's wedding day in New York City

Still in the game?

Hard times in the gaming industry following announcements of more lay-offs.

Passenger survives aeroplane drama

Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of an aeroplane, after cabin window shattered.

Volkswagen makes sweeping production cuts

Volkswagen makes sweeping production cuts, reducing global capacity

Chinese factories raise their prices

Energy price rises since US/Israel war with Iran has affected Chinese manufacturers.

George Johnson: 'He was extraordinary'

Pioneering entrepreneur George Johnson has died aged 99

Ukraine's drone strikes hit Russia's oil industry

Russian motorists queue for miles in the hope of buying petrol.

SpaceX's lift-off moment stalls

Why did SpaceX's shares fall after it was added to the Nasdaq 100?

Ethanol fuels row in India

Motorists are angry that petrol in India must contain 20% ethanol alcohol.

The future of gaming after Xbox cuts

With Xbox bearing the brunt of Microsoft's job losses, what is the future of gaming?

Easyjet accepts $7bn takeover offer

Europe's second biggest low cost airline accepted bid after months of wooing.

America at 250: swifties and soccer fans turn up

Swift rumours, FIFA crowds and extreme heat hit New York on America’s birthday weekend.

Taylor Swift's wedding and 4th July - big money celebrations take over NYC

America celebrates its 250th birthday as a heatwave sends electricity demand soaring

How much could Taylor Swift's wedding cost?

What's the cost as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce prepare to marry in New York?

Warnings you could get stuck in queues on EU borders

EU border delays 'not bearable' over summer, warns airport boss

Why are central banks still worried about inflation?

Heads of the US and Eurpoen central banks have said they are worried about inflation.

EU imposed €3 fee on small parcels in hit to Shein, Temu and AliExpres

Small parcels shipped from outside the bloc to the EU will be now charged 3 euro per item

The Yen: How low can it go?

Who can stop the Yen's downward spiral?

Japan's currency hit its weakest level in nearly 40 years

The Government has been trying to boost the economy - why isn't it working?

Could This Be Britain's Next Prime Minister?

Andy Burnham shares his economic plan for UK growth in his first major speech.

South Korea bets $880bn on chips and AI

The government is going to spend $880bn for chip and AI investment plan

New York rent freeze: What next?

A landlord, tenant, and economist weigh in on the pros and cons of freezing rents.

Asia leads tech stock sell-off

Asia is bearing the brunt of the latest technology stock sell-off.

What does the World Cup, Barbra Streisand, Levi's, and Heinz have in common?

FIFA are hiding certain brands at the World Cup

Europe's heatwave: Too hot to tour?

Tourism is taking a hit as an intense heatwave grips Europe

Heatwave blasts western Europe

Record June temperatures have been recorded in several countries, with highs of 44C

Heatwave blasts western Europe

Record June temperatures have been recorded in several countries, with highs of 44C

Farming during Europe's intense heatwave

Red heat alerts have been issued in several European countries amid intense heatwave

Russia's economy is hurting

Ukrainian drone attacks are causing fuel headaches across Russia. Crimea worst affected.

UK PM announces resignation

Sir Keir Starmer says he will step down as Labour leader and UK prime minister.

UK PM Resigns: What Business Wants Now

We explore what business wants next for growth, investment and the economy.

World Cup hydration breaks give advertisers advantage

World Cup hydration breaks are giving advertisers a window of opportunity

US lifts Iran naval blockade following US-Iran deal

The US has lifted its Iran naval blockade following the US-Iran deal

Is Russia running short on fuel?

Russians across the whole country are facing petrol shortages