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International Economics

Retailers Prep for Supply Chain Breakdown

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To prepare for a slowdown of global trade, US retailers spent months building a massive inventory to prevent empty shelves.

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Industrials

Norway Dampens its Deep Sea Mining Ambitions

The move comes as a result of domestic political pressure from Norway’s left-wing party, and marks a major change in tone for the country.

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Media & Entertainment

The Eras Tour Draws to a Close this Week

This weekend will mark the final shows of the pop star’s globetrotting Eras tour, which has lasted a marathon 21 months.

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Consumer

Black Friday Awash With Green As Markets Finish Their Best Month of 2024

Despite fears of skittishness, US consumers poured a record amount of cash into online retail on Black Friday.

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International Economics

Canada Chooses Prime Minister Set on “Dramatically” Loosening US Trade Ties

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Canada’s Liberal Party won a majority promising to distance the country from the US, a major importer of Canadian crude.

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Consumer

Looking for a Safe Haven Investment? Drive Through the Golden Arches

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As the US — and everywhere else — has digested multi-year inflation, pressure has mounted disproportionately on the restaurant sector.

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Industries

China’s Electric Vehicle Revolution is Complete

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Tesla was a notable absentee from this week’s Shanghai Auto Show, where Volkswagen and other carmakers debuted new offerings.

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