As the trade war between China and the United States continues, the ongoing tariff battle remains an important risk facing markets. That will eventually fade once the two countries reach a provisional deal, according to a BNP Paribas economist, but they’ll leave behind a “cold tech war.” American trade negotiators will soon head to China for […]
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Tourists take selfies on June 7, 2019. Carl de Souza | AFP | Getty Images Chinese companies are behind some of the most popular photo and video apps around the world. That may mean vast troves of user data are at risk of falling into Beijing’s hands, according to cybersecurity experts. Concerns are on the […]
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A National Emblem splashed with paint after a protest is seen outside the Chinese Liaison Office in Hong Kong, on July 21, 2019. Tyrone Siu | Reuters China’s defense ministry on Wednesday indicated that the People’s Liberation Army could be deployed in Hong Kong as protests continue in the semi-autonomous city. Ministry spokesman Wu Qian […]
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Sales of Harley-Davidson‘s signature motorcycles continued to slide during the second quarter as profit, though better than expected, eroded 19% for the struggling manufacturer. The company also told investors Tuesday it expects fewer sales in 2019 than previously forecast. Its fix to avoid tariffs on motorcycles shipped from the U.S. to the European Union is […]
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Charging an electric car Mario Gutiérrez. | Moment | Getty Images The U.K. government has announced £80 million ($99.7 million) of investment to develop the “next generation of electric vehicles” and, potentially, hybrid aircraft. Authorities said Monday that the funding would, among other things, help to reduce carbon emissions from industries including transport, construction and […]
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