Has China's economy bottomed out? Factory output and 'Golden Week' travel offer glimmers of hope
A return to growth in China's manufacturing sector and a boom in travel during the annual "Golden Week" holiday is fueling hopes that the economy could be regaining momentum after a major slowdown this year.
2023-10-02 17:57
It's a Barbie world — and pink is seeping into what we use, wear and eat
Stores, restaurants and independent entrepreneurs are taking full advantage of the history-making success of the "Barbie" movie to merchandise all kinds of pink products.
2023-08-11 00:57
Japan issues rare warning over fake X account
The account on the platform formerly known as Twitter impersonated Japan's top currency diplomat.
2023-08-04 11:57
Barbie is a hit and all kinds of business are hopping on the bandwagon
For marketers, Barbie has turned into a massive opportunity: A rosy, fizzy way to get new customers and stay culturally relevant. That's always a good opportunity, but especially now, when even seemingly benign marketing campaigns can be controversial.
2023-07-29 17:20
Ryanair warns the post-pandemic travel boom may be coming to an end
The travel industry has defied a global economic slowdown, enjoying record bookings and profits as pent-up demand following the pandemic fueled spending on air tickets and hotels. But that may be starting to change.
2023-07-24 20:16
Japanese workers are finally seeing their pay jump
Wages in the world's third largest economy grew at the fastest pace in 28 years in May.
2023-07-07 12:20
India's stock market is hitting record highs. Here's why
India's stock market is booming as investors take a chance on one of the few bright spots in a fragile global economy.
2023-06-28 13:54
Gen Z and Millennials are scrimping. Boomers? Living it up
Baby Boomers are living it up, splurging on cruises and restaurants. Younger Americans are struggling just to keep up.
2023-06-13 01:18
Metals-rich Indonesia's IPO market is so red-hot it's thrashing Hong Kong and India
One of the hottest IPO markets this year is not in a country brimming with global tech giants, nor does it rank among the top 10 global economies by size.
2023-05-29 10:59
China overtakes Japan as world's top car exporter
The jump in China's exports was boosted by rising demand for electric vehicles and increased sales to Russia.
2023-05-19 10:50