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Alibaba’s June-quarter report arrives with investors weighing fast AI and cloud investment against the performance of its core retail operations.

09 August 2026 Britain is investing nearly £130 million in zero-emission vehicle technology as the government looks to strengthen the country's automotive industry while accelerating its transition away from petrol and diesel-powered cars. The funding package, worth approximately $175 million, combines almost £65 million in public funding with a similar contribution from industry partners. The investment will support projects ranging from cleaner vehicle technology to automat

08 August 2026 Nvidia is preparing to make another major investment in the infrastructure powering the artificial intelligence boom, with plans to invest as much as $3 billion in power infrastructure developer Lancium. The proposed deal would deepen Nvidia’s involvement in the massive data center expansion taking place across the United States as technology companies compete for the computing capacity and electricity needed to develop increasingly powerful AI systems. Accordi

30 July 2026 Global steelmaker ArcelorMittal is continuing to feel the financial impact of U.S. steel tariffs, with company executives estimating that the trade measures are costing the business roughly $600 million every year. While the company has managed to protect its position in one of its most important markets, executives say the tariffs remain a significant burden on operations, particularly in Canada, highlighting how trade policies introduced years ago continue to s

26 July 2026 Fast fashion giant Shein has taken a major step toward one of the year's most anticipated stock market debuts by revealing key financial details ahead of its planned initial public offering in Hong Kong. The long awaited disclosure offers investors their clearest look yet at the company's performance, highlighting continued sales growth while also revealing that profits have come under pressure as the retailer navigates an increasingly challenging global business

25 July 2026 South Korea has taken a major step toward positioning itself at the forefront of the artificial intelligence revolution, announcing an ambitious series of partnerships with some of the world's largest technology companies. During a high profile AI summit in San Francisco, President Lee Jae Myung outlined a vision for transforming the country into one of the world's leading AI powerhouses through unprecedented investment, international collaboration, and advanced

24 July 2026 The United States has launched a sweeping new phase of its trade policy after President Donald Trump imposed fresh tariffs on imports from 60 trading partners, replacing a temporary universal tariff with a new system tied to alleged failures in preventing forced labor within global supply chains. The move has immediately drawn criticism from governments around the world while reigniting debate over the balance between trade policy, human rights, and international

20 July 2026 South Korean biotechnology giant Samsung Biologics is making one of the biggest moves in its history with a $1.8 billion all cash offer to acquire Swiss contract drug manufacturer PolyPeptide Group. The proposed takeover marks the largest acquisition ever undertaken by Samsung Biologics and reflects the company's growing ambition to strengthen its position in one of the fastest growing areas of the pharmaceutical industry, peptide based therapeutics. The company

12 July 2026 Global oil prices climbed sharply after renewed military action between the United States and Iran intensified concerns about the stability of energy supplies from the Middle East. Investors reacted swiftly to the escalating conflict, driving crude prices higher amid fears that further hostilities could disrupt exports from one of the world's most important oil producing regions. Brent crude futures jumped more than 3 percent in early trading, while U.S. West Tex

03 July 2026 Britain's new car market enjoyed a strong rebound in June, driven by surging demand for electric vehicles that pushed battery powered cars to an unprecedented share of monthly registrations. The latest industry figures highlight how changing consumer preferences, higher fuel costs and expanding model choices are accelerating the country's transition toward cleaner transportation. According to data released by research group New AutoMotive, 215,921 new cars were r

01 July 2026 Britain's manufacturing sector continued to expand in June, but the pace of growth slowed as a temporary surge in production driven by stockpiling began to lose momentum. While factories remained busy and output reached its strongest level in nearly two years, fresh signs suggested that businesses are becoming more cautious about future demand as global uncertainties continue to weigh on the economy. According to the latest S&P Global UK Manufacturing Purchasing

28 June 2026 Confidence among British businesses has fallen to its lowest level of the year as companies across the manufacturing, retail, and services sectors brace for slower growth in the months ahead. A new survey from the Confederation of British Industry paints a cautious picture of the UK economy, with firms becoming increasingly concerned about weak demand, rising costs, and ongoing uncertainty surrounding the country's economic direction. The latest figures show that

24 June 2026 The global artificial intelligence boom is continuing to reshape the technology industry, and one of Apple's key manufacturing partners is making a major investment to secure its place in the rapidly evolving market. Chinese electronics manufacturer Lingyi iTech has successfully priced its Hong Kong initial public offering, raising approximately $1.06 billion as it looks to accelerate production for AI related hardware and advanced manufacturing technologies. The

18 June 2026 The countdown to one of the most anticipated video game releases in history has entered a new phase. Rockstar Games has officially announced that preorders for Grand Theft Auto VI will begin on June 25, a milestone that has energized millions of fans and sent a wave of excitement through the gaming industry. The announcement is being viewed as another strong signal that the game remains on track for its scheduled November 19 release after multiple delays over the

14 June 2026 Britain's manufacturing sector is facing growing pressure as industry leaders and labor representatives warn that persistently high energy costs are pushing jobs and investment out of the country. Concerns are mounting that businesses struggling with elevated operating expenses may increasingly choose to expand production abroad, threatening employment opportunities and the long-term competitiveness of British industry. Manufacturing has long played a vital role