Japan keeps economic recovery view, flags US policy risks
TOKYO (Reuters) – The Japanese government maintained its assessment that the economy is recovering moderately on Tuesday, while cautioning about the potential impact of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s policies on the economic outlook. “Trends in the U.S. economy can have…
Thailand’s exports beat forecast in October, to exceed 2024 target
By Orathai Sriring and Kitiphong Thaichareon BANGKOK (Reuters) – Thailand’s exports grew in October at the fastest pace in three months, beating analysts’ forecasts, as the commerce ministry anticipated strong final-quarter growth would see its full-year target surpassed. Exports, a…
Morning Bid: Trump’s tariff post sends markets scrambling
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Kevin Buckland And so it begins. Trump took to his platform Truth Social late on Monday to threaten 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada if they don’t better…
Disney settles suit over women’s pay for $43 million
(Reuters) – Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) has agreed to pay $43.3 million to settle a lawsuit alleging that its female employees in California earned $150 million less than their male counterparts over an eight-year period, the plaintiffs’ lawyers said in a…
Walmart to roll back some diversity policies amid pressure from conservatives
(Reuters) – Walmart (NYSE:WMT) plans to cut back some of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, a spokesperson for the retailer said on Monday, joining a growing list of firms feeling the heat from conservative groups. Bloomberg News reported…
Google proposes fresh tweaks to search results in Europe
By Foo Yun Chee BRUSSELS (Reuters) – Google has proposed more changes to its search results in Europe after some smaller rivals complained about lower traffic to their sites resulting from previous tweaks by the Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) unit and as…