The many flavors of Ben & Jerry’s corporate activism
Ben & Jerry’s, the iconic ice cream brand known for its social activism, filed a lawsuit on Wednesday against its parent company, Unilever, accusing the consumer goods giant of censorship…
Eyenovia to end eye drug study, cut 50% of its workforce
(Reuters) -Eyenovia said on Friday it will discontinue a late-stage study for its experimental drug-device combination to treat near-sightedness and cut about 50% of its workforce. Shares of the company…
Mexico budget proposal trims 2025 deficit, sees better growth
By Anthony Esposito and Ana Isabel Martinez MEXICO CITY (Reuters) – Mexico expects its budget deficit next year to come down to 3.9% of GDP as growth increases, Finance Minister…
New Zealand inks ‘sustainable’ trade deal with Switzerland, Costa Rica and Iceland
SYDNEY (Reuters) – New Zealand signed a trade deal on Saturday with Switzerland, Costa Rica and Iceland to remove tariffs on hundreds of sustainable goods and services, in a move…
Will the Fed factor in Trump’s fiscal policy plans at its December meeting?
Investing.com – At a press conference following the Federal Reserve’s decision to slash interest rates by 25 basis points last week, Chair Jerome Powell noted that the potential economic policies of…
Why inflation may not stop tariffs
Investing.com — Despite increased inflation concerns, tariffs are likely to persist in the U.S., as outlined by UBS Chief Economist Paul Donovan. Voters’ concerns about inflation were pivotal in recent…
Can’t afford a home? Maybe your parents can
The American dream of homeownership is increasingly tied to inherited wealth, as a record number of first-time buyers rely on inheritances to navigate a historically challenging housing market. Skyrocketing prices,…
CLSA shifts focus from China to India amid Trump’s return and economic challenges
Global brokerage CLSA has made a significant pivot in its investment strategy, moving back to Indian equities while reducing exposure to China. . The reversal marks a significant move for…
Michael Burry loads up on Alibaba stock: should you buy it too?
“Big Short” investor Michael Burry raised his stake in Alibaba Group Holdings Ltd (NYSE: BABA) by 30% in the third quarter. He expects the tech stock to rally on the…
China opens Chancay port in Peru, boosting influence in Latin America
China is set to strengthen its position in Latin America with the official opening of the first phase of the Chancay port project, located 70 kilometers north of Lima. This…