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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Social Media

TikTok is Launching an Instagram Clone

The short-form video app said it will soon launch “TikTok Notes,” a photo-and-text-based platform intended to mimic the appeal of Instagram.

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Semiconductors

TSMC Lands Up to $11.6 Billion to Expand Arizona Chip Hub

The Taiwanese chipmaker already had two factories in the works, and it’s getting some funds to build a third.

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Artificial Intelligence

Mexico is Quietly Becoming an AI-Hardware Manufacturing Hub

With AI on the mind, US tech heavyweights are are urging Taiwan-based contract manufacturers to move production facilities to Mexico.

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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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