China

International Economics

US Trade War Saps China’s Economic Momentum

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While a trade war bruised the US economy, China isn’t immune to the pain, and its leaders are growing more receptive to negotiation.

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Advisor Upside

Westwood ETF Says it Pays to Be Democratic

A new fund from Westwood and TOBAM aims to limit exposure to authoritarian states including China, Russia, and Turkey.

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Advisor Upside

Why Investors May Get ‘Hot-Blooded’ for Foreign Investments

It doesn’t pay to be “Cold as Ice” toward international stocks and bonds, according to advisors.

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Electric Vehicles

Outsold By BYD and Toyota, Tesla Finds Allies Among Retail Investors

BYD’s aggressive international ambitions have set off alarm bells among the western auto manufacturers and governments.

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Consumer

Economic Anxiety Leaves McDonald’s Digesting Biggest Sales Drop in Five Years

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Fast-food chain McDonald’s, an economic indicator because of its mammoth global presence, posted its worst earnings report since 2020.

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Consumer

Starbucks Slings High-Speed Drinks in Caffeinated Comeback Plan

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Reducing beverage-wait times is part of Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol’s turnaround plan, which includes tech updates focused on efficiency.

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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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