Democrats’ USMCA labor reform demands are ‘over the top,’ former US trade negotiator says
Assurances sought by House Democrats on Mexican labor reform are a “very tall order,” says former assistant U.S. trade representative Harry Broadman.
Chinese yuan could head to 7.2 versus dollar in November, Goldman says
China maintains strict control of its currency’s exchange rate for the onshore yuan, which is traded on the mainland. It is allowed to trade within a narrow band of 2% above or below the day’s midpoint rate.
Barclays earnings hit by £1.4 billion in insurance claims but investment banking profits rise
Barclays reported a third-quarter net loss of £292 million Friday, as difficult market conditions and concerns over Brexit continue to weigh.
TikTok hits back over China influence claims
The popular Chinese-owned video-sharing app faces increasing scrutiny over claims of state censorship.
Indonesia’s report on 737 Max crash faults Boeing design, says Lion Air staff made mistakes
Investigators told families of the victims that a mix of factors contributed to the crash, including mechanical and design issues.
Powerlist 2020: WorldRemit founder Ismail Ahmed tops list
From Somaliland to picking strawberries and becoming a fintech leader, Ismail Ahmed has topped the Powerlist 2020.
How the whistle became a million dollar idea
The BBC’s Aaron Heslehurst explains how the whistle became a million dollar idea.
Wheels of fortune? A new age for electric motors
Better electric motors will lead to cars that can go further, faster and even sideways.
‘More than 3,000 bus routes cut in past decade’
Local authority funding for buses has fallen by more than 40% in 10 years, says one charity.
Amazon profits hit by rising shipping costs
Shares in the e-commerce company drop after the firm’s profits fall to $2.1bn.