PAHO strengthens Ebola preparedness, prepares shipments for virus detection
China's solar majors charge into batteries as panel sales falter
Japan's real wages extend climb in April, bolster BOJ rate-hike case
Zelensky proposes direct meeting with Putin to end war
Kennedy Center to remove Trump name after court decision
Fleetwood part of 4-way tie for the lead at Memorial in a tough opening round for Scheffler
Spurs know they have to be better in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, and Knicks feel the same way
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Ukrainian drones strike St. Petersburg, hours before ‘Putin’s Davos’ opens
Ukrainian drones strike St. Petersburg, hours before ‘Putin’s Davos’ opens
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Indonesia arrests former nutrition agency head and officials in corruption investigation
Indonesia's former head of the National Nutrition Agency has been arrested on corruption charges related to a multibillion-dollar free-meals program
June 03, 2026
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Hilton, Becerra maintain leads in primary race for California governor
Republican television commentator Steve Hilton and Democratic former cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra maintained their leads in the open primary race for California
June 03, 2026
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Israel plans major settlement push across occupied West Bank
Israel's hardline finance minister announced on Wednesday a major expansion by more than 2,000 homes of three Jewish settlements in the occupied West
June 03, 2026
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Canada's services PMI edges up to 18-month high, operating costs accelerate
Canada's services economy expanded at a modest pace in May as the Middle East conflict raised economic uncertainty and higher fuel prices contributed to the
June 03, 2026
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Resilient Saudi economy proves a draw for wartime Gulf business
When food-tech entrepreneur Sara Amini wanted to see where Gulf businesses were still spending despite the Iran war, she
June 03, 2026
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US services sector expands in May; supply constraints raise prices
U.S. services sector activity picked up in May as businesses preemptively placed orders and replenished inventories in anticipation of shortages and
June 03, 2026
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U.S. prosecutors are asking about private markets valuations, DOJ's Clayton says
Manhattan's top federal prosecutor said on Wednesday he and his staff are asking questions in the private asset marketplace about valuations, as concerns
June 03, 2026
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Fed policy is in 'right place' amid inflation risks, Williams tells Yahoo Finance
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Mexico says USMCA-compliant exports would be exempt from US forced-labor tariffs
Mexico said on Wednesday that goods complying with the rules of origin under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) would be exempt from a proposed 10% U.S.
June 03, 2026
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SpaceX will disrupt $1.6 trillion US communications industry, Oppenheimer says
SpaceX will disrupt the $1.6 trillion U.S. communications industry as the Elon Musk-led company's satellite broadband unit Starlink expands, Oppenheimer said
June 03, 2026
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USA Rare Earth finalizes deals for up to $1.6 billion in funding under CHIPS Act
USA Rare Earth said on Wednesday it has signed agreements with the U.S.
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US service sector growth picks up in May; businesses face higher prices for inputs
U.S. services sector activity picked up in May as businesses preemptively placed orders and rebuilt inventories in anticipation of shortages and higher prices because of
June 03, 2026
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Yen dips to 160 level, prompting warnings from Japanese officials
Underlying dollar strength pushed the Japanese yen back to the key 160 level on Wednesday, prompting verbal warnings from authorities and keeping traders on
June 03, 2026
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Hidden in underwear: CBP seizes nearly $100K from Dulles travelers
Hidden in underwear: CBP seizes nearly $100K from Dulles travelers
June 03, 2026
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European Union launches tech sovereignty initiative to boost chips, cloud and AI at home
European Union leaders are pushing back against reliance on American and Asian tech companies
June 03, 2026
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AI 'chipflation' spreading from data centers to wider economy, Morgan Stanley warns
Soaring memory chip prices driven by massive AI demand risk stoking "chipflation," Morgan Stanley analysts cautioned, as makers of devices from
June 03, 2026
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In Argentina, amateur soccer offers a gritty economic lifeline
Emiliano Migueles starts his days early, delivering water.
June 03, 2026
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Bosnia seeks new peace envoy after sudden Schmidt exit
The body overseeing Bosnia's peace process meets on Wednesday to choose a new envoy to replace Germany's Christian Schmidt, who quit under what he said
June 03, 2026
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Strain grows on shipping industry with vessels stuck inside Hormuz
Even if the U.S. and Iran agreed to halt the war and open the Strait of Hormuz, ships trapped in the Gulf will be unable to leave without safety assurances,
June 03, 2026
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US asset managers fall as investors brace for updates on private credit fund withdrawals
Shares of U.S. alternative asset managers fell in premarket trading on Wednesday as investors braced for second-quarter updates on redemptions from non-traded private credit funds,
June 03, 2026
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US retailers brace for bigger consumer stress test as war drags on
With the Iran war stretching into its fourth month, U.S. retail companies that have so far banked on a resilient consumer could
June 03, 2026
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Many airlines hit hard by jet fuel price swings, not all can hedge, IATA says
Many airlines have been hit hard by price swings in the jet fuel market, and some are not in a position to hedge their exposure, the International Air
June 03, 2026
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EU targets Big Tech dependence with 'made-in-Europe' drive
The European Commission proposed laws on Wednesday to boost domestic cloud, AI and semiconductor industries and cut reliance on U.S.
June 03, 2026
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War may end in interim deal that leaves Iran battered but unbowed
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran was meant to break the Islamic Republic.
June 03, 2026
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Fiat to start sales of Grizzly SUV and Grizzly Fastback in second half of the year
Fiat will start sales of its Grizzly mid-sized SUV and Grizzly Fastback model in the second half of this year in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, with plans to expand to
June 03, 2026
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Bangladesh seeks new IMF lending deal, officials say
Bangladesh has requested a new loan arrangement from the International Monetary Fund and is exiting its current $5.5 billion programme, government officials said on Wednesday
June 03, 2026
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S&P 500, Dow tick lower on Middle East stalemate
The S&P 500 and the Dow opened lower on Wednesday, as a flare-up in the Middle East conflict drove oil prices higher and cast doubt on a quick resolution to the war.
June 03, 2026
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Macy's raises annual forecasts as luxury focus draws affluent shoppers
Macy's raised its annual forecasts and posted its first quarterly sales growth in nearly four years on Wednesday, driven by strong demand for high-end apparel and
June 03, 2026
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Russia bets on air war as it stumbles on the battlefield
Russia is pummeling major Ukrainian cities in an effort to sustain a sputtering war effort marked by a struggle to maintain momentum on the battlefield, where
June 03, 2026
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Inflation and immigration fears threaten to dampen Miami’s economic benefits from the World Cup
The economic outlook for World Cup host cities isn’t looking good – but there’s still time to change that.
June 03, 2026
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When private equity firms buy mobile home parks, rent increases leave residents with few affordable options in rural areas
It is far easier and cheaper to keep someone housed in a mobile home park than to build a new subsidized unit for them.
June 03, 2026
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Disruption of Mideast energy supplies into next year would slam global economy
Prolonged disruption of energy supplies from the Middle East that lasts into next year would deal a severe blow to the global economy
June 03, 2026
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Private infra, real estate capital to play larger financing role in AI data center boom, Goldman says
Private infrastructure and real estate capital are expected to play a larger role in financing the AI-driven data-center boom, as companies move beyond traditional forms of funding,
June 03, 2026
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Russia's Sberbank offers AI model to Global South states keen to bridge digital divide
(Amends dateline) By Gleb Bryanski and Elena Fabrichnaya ST.
June 03, 2026
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Indonesian parliamentary panel backs bill to expand role of central bank
JAKARTA, June 3 - The Indonesian parliament's financial commission and the government agreed at a hearing on Wednesday to reform the laws relating to the country's financial system and expand the
June 03, 2026
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Quantum leap
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Oil prices and bond yields have pushed higher as hostilities in the
June 03, 2026
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ECB June hike a done deal, another likely in September, economists say
The European Central Bank is set to raise its deposit rate to 2.25% on June 11, with another increase likely in September, as it
June 03, 2026
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How Cubans keep going, despite US pressure and fuel blockade
Felicia de la Caridad Alvarez, a resident of Old Havana, knows a thing or two about survival.
June 03, 2026
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Dollar bears cling to optimism as war-led inflation tests Fed path: Reuters poll
The U.S. dollar is expected to stay range-bound in the near term before weakening later this year, FX strategists said in a Reuters survey, on optimism
June 03, 2026
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World Cup gives North American transit a chance to shine - or be booed
The 2026 World Cup is soccer's biggest stage, and for some of North America's rail and bus operators it will be a critical audition.
June 03, 2026
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AlphaSense nearly doubles valuation to $7.5 billion in new funding round
Market intelligence platform AlphaSense said on Wednesday it has raised $350 million at a valuation of $7.5 billion, nearly double that of its funding round two years ago.
June 03, 2026
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Indonesia arrests officials over alleged corruption in free meals programme
Indonesian authorities arrested the recently dismissed head of an agency overseeing President Prabowo Subianto's flagship free meals programme on
June 03, 2026
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Switzerland rejects findings of U.S. forced labour investigation
The Swiss government on Wednesday rejected U.S. findings on how dozens of economies, including Switzerland, deal with goods produced by forced labour, a probe that prompted
June 03, 2026
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EU could lose 1.3 million jobs due to energy price surge linked to Iran war, Commission says
European automotive, construction, metals, chemicals and transport sectors could lose up to 1.3 million jobs this year as a result of a surge in energy prices caused by
June 03, 2026
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The world’s biggest tech companies are betting big on computers that control themselves
The world’s biggest tech companies are betting big on computers that control themselves
June 03, 2026
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Cuba’s doctors are its biggest soft power export. Several Latin American countries are cutting ties
Cuba’s doctors are its biggest soft power export. Several Latin American countries are cutting ties
June 03, 2026
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NBA Finals: Would you pay $4,000 – for a nosebleed seat?
NBA Finals: Would you pay $4,000 – for a nosebleed seat?
June 03, 2026
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Ford to recall nearly 420,000 US vehicles over seat-belt issue, NHTSA says
Ford Motor will recall 419,967 vehicles in the U.S. as seat belts that do not retract or extend properly can fail to restrain occupants as intended, increasing the risk of injury in
June 03, 2026
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UK services firms post first drop in activity since April 2025 as Iran war price pressure persists
British services firms suffered a small fall in activity in May as the strains of the Iran war pushed up their costs sharply and hit
June 03, 2026
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Spanish hotel chain Melia exits Cuba over economic and geopolitical strains
Spanish hotel group Melia said on Wednesday it would immediately stop managing, marketing and providing brand services for 15 hotels in Cuba, pointing to the island's
June 03, 2026
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European stocks fall as private market stress, Mideast tensions dent sentiment
European shares slipped on Wednesday as escalating Middle East tensions and fresh jitters over private markets pushed investors
June 03, 2026
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Some signs point to larger inflation risk than in 2022, ECB blog argues
It is not a given that the current inflation shock facing the euro zone will be more benign than the 2022 episode, as some initial conditions flag larger inflationary
June 03, 2026
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Toronto home sales rise the most in 10 months, prices dip
Greater Toronto Area home sales posted their biggest monthly gain in 10 months in May, helped by improved affordability, while prices resumed their recent
June 03, 2026
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Zara owner Inditex defies consumer gloom with strong early summer sales
Zara owner Inditex reported a strong start to summer trading on Wednesday as currency-adjusted sales grew 11.5% in May, handily beating analyst expectations,
June 03, 2026
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High-profile Instagram AI chatbot breach spotlights security risks of automation
An Instagram hack that saw attackers talk Meta's AI support chatbot into handing over access to high-profile accounts has exposed a
June 03, 2026
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ECB to ask banks for targeted measures to counter AI risk
The European Central Bank met commercial lenders last week to discuss the potential threat from the newest artificial intelligence models and will follow up with demands
June 03, 2026
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US tech stocks' market dominance reaches new heights and presents new risks
The charge higher in U.S. technology stocks has made broader indexes as reliant as ever on the group -- and more vulnerable should those market leaders
June 03, 2026
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AI building boom ripples through inflation-hit Treasury market
The artificial-intelligence boom already has fueled a record stock-market surge. Now it's driving up long-term Treasury yields too.
June 03, 2026
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Nippon Paint, Sherwin-Williams end takeover pursuit, AkzoNobel shares tumble
Nippon Paint and Sherwin-Williams have terminated efforts to jointly acquire rival paint maker AkzoNobel, they said on Wednesday, sending the Dulux
June 03, 2026
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Guilty verdict against Andrew Left to shake up activist short-selling playbook
A U.S. jury's fraud conviction of prominent investor Andrew Left this week could rewrite the playbook for activist short sellers,
June 03, 2026
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Software stocks bounce back - now comes the hard part
Software stocks have rebounded from a punishing selloff as investors are betting that AI may boost the sector rather than leaving it for dead.
June 03, 2026
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When IPOs go wrong: SpaceX, AI firms face a delicate process
Beware the ghosts of IPOs past.
June 03, 2026
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A 'new Keiko' tests old Fujimori name in Peru's presidential runoff
Conservative Keiko Fujimori will seek Peru's presidency on Sunday in a runoff vote, hoping that her tough-on-crime stance at a time of
June 03, 2026
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As US midterms near, Talarico tries to fend off culture war attacks in Texas
Even before all the votes had been counted in last week's Republican Senate primary in Texas, party members began rolling out attacks on the Democratic candidate,
June 03, 2026
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UK orders Google to allow publishers to opt out of AI scraping for search summaries
British competition regulators have mandated that Google must allow news sites to opt out of having their content scraped for AI overviews
June 03, 2026
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How China’s World Cup dream unraveled – and how it’s slowly growing again
How China’s World Cup dream unraveled – and how it’s slowly growing again
June 03, 2026
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Australian judges weigh Indigenous activist’s bid to prosecute King Charles for genocide
Three Australian appeals court judges have reserved their decision on whether an activist can prosecute King Charles III for alleged genocide of Australia’s Indigenous people
June 03, 2026
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Spanish service sector stabilises in May as sales return to growth, PMI shows
Spain's service sector activity stabilised in May as activity and sales returned to growth after April's decline, a business survey showed on Wednesday.
June 03, 2026
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OECD says protracted war could drag on global growth, push up inflation
The global economic outlook hinges on how long the war in the Middle East lasts, with recession in some countries and sharply higher inflation a real
June 03, 2026
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French services sector shrinks in May at fastest pace since late 2020, PMI shows
France's services sector contracted at its sharpest pace in 5-1/2 years in May as weaker demand and rising costs due to the Iran war hammered businesses, a survey showed on
June 03, 2026
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Japan warns as traders push yen to 160 intervention zone
The yen weakened to levels that preceded intervention by Tokyo last month, prompting new warnings by policymakers on Wednesday and a small
June 03, 2026
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Italy services costs at 3-year high as business contracts, PMI shows
Cost pressures in Italy's service sector hit a 40-month high in May as the impact of the conflict in the Middle East became more acute, a survey showed on Wednesday.
June 03, 2026
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Amazon launches Prime in South Africa for under $4 a month
E-commerce giant Amazon.com said on Wednesday it has launched its paid Prime service in South Africa, offering faster deliveries and media content for 59 South African rand ($3.61)
June 03, 2026
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Euro zone business wilts in May as war-driven inflation surges, pointing to Q2 GDP contraction
Euro zone private sector activity shrank at the fastest rate in 18 months in May as waning demand for goods and services — a key gauge of economic health — dragged output
June 03, 2026
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New U.S. tariffs on EU goods would be unacceptable, EU trade committee head says
Any new U.S. tariffs on European Union goods on top of the rates agreed last year would be unacceptable, senior EU lawmaker said on Wednesday, rejecting U.S. claims the EU
June 03, 2026
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German services activity shrinks again in May as energy costs weigh, PMI shows
Germany's service sector contracted for a second straight month in May as subdued demand and high energy and other costs due to the war in the Middle East weighed on
June 03, 2026
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California governor's primary pitted experience against promises of change
Two Democrats and a Republican are leading in early returns in California’s crowded primary in the race to replace Gov. Gavin newsom
June 02, 2026
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Putin squeezes Armenia as Russia seeks to retain global clout
President Vladimir Putin has read long-term ally Armenia the riot act: persist in wanting to join the European Union and you can kiss goodbye to cheap
June 03, 2026
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DeepSeek slated to raise $7 billion in maiden funding round, sources say
DeepSeek, China's best-known AI startup, is set to raise about 50 billion yuan ($7.4 billion) in its first funding round from investors including Tencent Holdings and CATL, people
June 03, 2026
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Russian services contract in May at fastest pace since September 2025, PMI shows
Russia's services sector contracted in May at its quickest pace since September as weaker demand drove steeper falls in new orders and output, a business survey showed on
June 03, 2026
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Philippine Senate ends impasse after President says 'get back to work'
Philippine senators broke a days-long legislative standoff on Wednesday after a member of the majority bloc broke ranks and appeared on the Senate floor, allowing a rival
June 03, 2026
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Google must let UK publishers opt out of AI search under new rules
Britain has imposed new conduct requirements on Google's search services, including allowing publishers to stop their content being used to power the U.S. tech giant's AI features,
June 03, 2026
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US targets India with forced labour tariff amid talks on trade pact
The United States has proposed an additional tariff of 12.5% on imports from India, saying it is among 60 economies that failed to curb imports made with
June 03, 2026
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Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and ex-Mayor Gregg Hull to face off for New Mexico governor
Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland has clinched the Democratic nomination for New Mexico governor
June 02, 2026
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Marvell, a fitting name for the latest AI darling
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Notwithstanding fresh hostilities in the Middle East, AI shares drove equity markets in Asia to new records on Wednesday.
June 03, 2026
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Russia repels drone attack over Leningrad region as economic forum kicks off
Russia downed 50 drones over the Leningrad region northwest of Moscow overnight and continues to repel the suspected Ukrainian attacks, Governor Alexander
June 03, 2026
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Swiss voters look set to reject plan to limit population at 10 million, poll shows
Swiss voters look set to reject a referendum proposal to cap the country's population at 10 million people, according to an opinion poll published on Wednesday.
June 03, 2026
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SpaceX plans to set IPO price at $135 per share, targeting record $75 billion raise, source says
In a surprise move ahead of its investor roadshow, Elon Musk's SpaceX plans to fix its IPO price at $135 per share to raise a record-setting $75 billion,
June 03, 2026
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India's services growth hits six-month high on domestic demand, PMI shows
India's dominant services sector grew at its fastest pace in six months in May on a pick-up in domestic demand, even though global orders stayed below last year's average
June 03, 2026
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Democrat Josh Turek and GOP's Ashley Hinson to compete for pivotal US Senate seat in Iowa
Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek won Tuesday’s Democratic primary for U.S. Senate and will next try to flip the seat currently held by GOP Sen. Joni Ernst, who is retiring
June 02, 2026
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New prime minister says Solomon Islands will review its secretive security treaty with China
The Solomon Islands' new leader says the country will review its secretive security treaty with China
June 03, 2026
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Megaport secures 4 AI deals, to raise $594 million to build inference cloud
Australia's Megaport said on Wednesday it has secured four new AI infrastructure contracts worth A$458.9 million and will raise A$827.3 million ($594 million)
June 03, 2026
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Republican Miller-Meeks, Democrat Bohannan head for rematch in Iowa congressional race
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June 03, 2026
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BlackRock's Atlas freezes $1 billion in Brazil renewables investments
Atlas Renewable Energy, one of South America's largest clean power generators, has put plans for $1 billion in new investments in
June 03, 2026
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Cambodia turns to obscure UN process to resolve maritime dispute with Thailand
Cambodia is betting on a little-used UN arbitration process known as "compulsory conciliation" to resolve a long-running maritime boundary dispute with Thailand and unlock
June 03, 2026
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US Supreme Court clears way for Alabama to use pro-Republican voting map
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June 03, 2026
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Australia Q1 economic growth slows on trade drag, consumers struggle
Australia's economy slowed in the March quarter as strength in business investment was offset by a drag from trade, data showed on Wednesday, while higher
June 03, 2026
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China services activity grows at fastest pace in three months, private PMI shows
China's services activity expanded at the fastest pace in three months in May, helped by stronger growth in new business and a rebound in overseas demand, though rising
June 03, 2026
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Japan's services activity stagnates in May as costs surge, PMI shows
Japan's services sector ground to a halt in May after more than a year of expansion, as surging costs linked to the Middle East war dampened service demand and led to a 12-
June 03, 2026
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USTR seeks comment on possible US-China tariff cuts under Board of Trade
The Office of the U.S.
June 03, 2026
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South Korea ruling party set for local election gains, exit poll shows
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party is projected to make sweeping gains in local elections on Wednesday, an exit poll showed, but a close race in the key city
June 03, 2026
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Hostilities flare in Iran war, oil jumps with talks at a stalemate
Gulf hostilities flared anew on Wednesday, with the U.S. military saying Iranian missile attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and
June 03, 2026
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Applied Aerospace & Defense raises $650 million in US IPO
Private equity-backed government contractor Applied Aerospace & Defense said on Tuesday it had raised $650 million in its U.S. initial public offering after pricing shares at $20
June 03, 2026
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Goldman upgrades Taiwan, South Korea stocks as Asia rally intensifies
Gains for AI chipmaker stocks can continue, but risks of a pullback are growing, Goldman Sachs said in a note on Wednesday.
June 03, 2026
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Bolivia's defense minister resigns as anti-government protests intensify
Bolivia's defense minister stepped down on Tuesday after a month of anti-government protests, two government sources said, marking the highest-level
June 03, 2026
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China's real estate funk drags down yet another sector: property service providers
Providers of property services in China are struggling to collect management fees from disgruntled homeowners, threatening their revenue and house
June 03, 2026
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Trump homeland secretary declines to commit to following court orders
U.S.
June 02, 2026
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Japan's govt finalises $19 billion extra budget to subsidise surging fuel costs
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government on Wednesday finalised a $19 billion supplementary budget for this fiscal year to cushion the impact of rising energy
June 03, 2026
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Bayer says no plans to restructure despite litigation threat
Bayer has no plans to spin off Monsanto, a representative said on Tuesday, even as the company faces an avalanche of lawsuits over its
June 03, 2026
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology
Scientists lose critical climate record as ocean observatory will go dark under Trump funding cuts
The Trump administration is dismantling a $386 million network of more than 900 ocean sensors funded by the National Science Foundation
June 03, 2026
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Shopify expands share buyback program by $3 billion
Shopify said on Tuesday its board had approved an additional $3 billion share buyback program, bringing the Canadian e-commerce company's total repurchase authorization to $5
June 03, 2026
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Mexican sugar producers push to scrap US import quotas
Mexico's sugar industry is pushing for the United States to eliminate limits on U.S. imports and is working on a potential anti-dumping case against
June 03, 2026
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Ulta Beauty raises annual profit forecast on TikTok push, prestige demand
Ulta Beauty drew demand for higher-priced products and pulled in young customers through its CEO Kecia Steelman's TikTok push, helping
June 03, 2026
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GameStop reports 14% rise in quarterly revenue, unveils $2 billion share buyback
Videogame retailer GameStop posted a 14% rise in quarterly revenue on Tuesday, buoyed by strong collectibles demand, and said its board approved a new $2 billion share repurchase
June 03, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
ChatGPT app hits 1 billion monthly active users in record time, data shows
OpenAI's ChatGPT has crossed 1 billion global monthly active app users, becoming the fastest app ever to reach the milestone, according to estimates from market intelligence firm
June 03, 2026
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CopperTech Metals reports revenue surge in US IPO filing
CopperTech Metals reported a jump in revenue in its filing for U.S. initial public offering on Tuesday, as it looks to capitalize on the Trump administration's policy push for
June 03, 2026
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Macquarie, IG4 to sell controlling stake in Brazil's CLI to AD Ports for $835 million
Australia's Macquarie Group said on Tuesday its asset management arm and Brazil's IG4 Capital agreed to sell a controlling stake in Corredor Logística e Infraestrutura S.A (CLI) to
June 03, 2026
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Warsh pledges to follow best of Fed's traditions, while also looking for change
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh pledged to follow "the best of the Fed's traditions" in an opening note to the central bank's more than 20,000
June 03, 2026
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Trump administration drops $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund after Republican backlash
The Trump administration is abandoning the president's $1.8 billion "weaponization" fund, U.S.
June 03, 2026
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SpaceX targets $1.75 trillion valuation in all-primary IPO next week, sources say
SpaceX, Elon Musk's rocket and satellite company, plans to target a valuation of $1.75 trillion in its blockbuster initial public offering, which will consist entirely
June 02, 2026
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US still talking with countries to resettle Afghans as Rubio defends entry to white South Africans
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. is still in discussions with several countries to resettle more than 1,000 Afghans who assisted America’s war effort
June 03, 2026
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NHL's Dallas Stars plan move to suburbs in 5 years, with NBA's Mavs also leaving downtown then
The Dallas Stars are planning to move north, out of downtown and to the suburb of Plano in five years
June 03, 2026
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How a carjacking in Connecticut led back to a man known as the crypto ‘Godfather’ in California
A California man known as the crypto “Godfather” has admitted to playing a key role in a botched Connecticut kidnapping nearly two years ago
June 03, 2026
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US Treasury issues new Iran sanctions targeting crypto exchanges
The United States issued new Iran-related sanctions on Tuesday, targeting individuals and crypto exchanges, a notice on the Treasury Department website showed.
June 03, 2026
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Fed Chair Warsh names policy veterans Winfree, Heil as interim advisers, WSJ reports
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has tapped two conservative policy veterans, Paul Winfree and Daniel Heil, to advise him while he settles into the job, the Wall Street Journal
June 03, 2026
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Argentina seeks to join Trans-Pacific Partnership treaty, minister says
Argentine Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno said on Tuesday the country intends to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and will
June 03, 2026
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Anthropic Mythos access to quadruple to about 200 Glasswing partners
Anthropic on Tuesday said it was planning a wider rollout of its artificial intelligence that has caught the attention of government and financial
June 02, 2026
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Canada had a positive meeting with the US on free trade talks, Canadian minister says
Canada had a positive meeting with the U.S. on the review of their free trade deal, Canada's minister responsible for Canada-
June 02, 2026
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Texas Instruments names insider Julie Knecht as finance chief
Texas Instruments on Tuesday named insider Julie Knecht as its finance chief, succeeding Rafael Lizardi, who will retire after 25 years with the analog chipmaker.
June 03, 2026
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Meta scales back plan for internal mouse-tracking tech, citing staff concerns
Meta is dialing back elements of its plan to collect employee mouse movements, keystrokes and other actions for use as AI training data, it said in an internal memo on
June 03, 2026
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US sanctions Iran's largest crypto exchange over IRGC links
The United States announced sanctions on Iran’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange on Tuesday, accusing it of enabling the Iranian government and blacklisted
June 03, 2026
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Trading Day: New high? Still a buy
World stocks rose to fresh peaks again on Tuesday as no major change in U.S.-Iran tensions, together with a general calm across currency and bond
June 03, 2026
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Palo Alto raises annual forecasts on strong AI cybersecurity demand, shares surge
Palo Alto Networks raised its annual revenue and profit forecast on Tuesday, as enterprises increased spending on cloud, identity and AI-driven cybersecurity products amid a rising
June 03, 2026
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World Cup could cost employers as workers tune into matches, survey finds
As the soccer World Cup is set to take over water cooler chats, employers may have trouble keeping workers focused during the tournament - and even getting them to the office in the
June 03, 2026
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The Latest: Rubio testifies in back-to-back Capitol Hill hearings
Secretary of State Marco Rubio will face more questions about the Trump administration’s fragile or stalling diplomatic efforts around the world in back-to-back hearings on Capitol Hill for the first time since the Iran war began
June 02, 2026
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Rubio is optimistic on eventual Iran nuclear talks despite congressional skepticism
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he's optimistic about the potential for a resumption in nuclear talks with Iran despite a shaky ceasefire in the war that's looking increasingly in doubt
June 02, 2026
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Did you switch to a healthcare job after struggling to find a job?
Did you switch to a healthcare job after struggling to find a job?
June 03, 2026
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'Out of my lane.' Dr. Oz ducks questions during his turn in the White House briefing room
Dr. Mehmet Oz, head of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, has taken a turn in the White House briefing room
June 03, 2026
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Wall Street inches to more records thanks to booming AI stocks
The U.S. stock market inched to more records as winners of the artificial-intelligence boom kept driving higher
June 02, 2026
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Bangladesh's foreign minister defeats Cyprus' ambassador to be UN General Assembly president
Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman has won a hotly contested race to be the next president of the 193-member United Nations General Assembly
June 03, 2026
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Trump administration proposes 25% tariffs on Brazil despite extensive US trade surplus
The Trump administration proposed 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil, charging that the world’s 10th-biggest economy engages in trade practices that are “unreasonable’’ and that “burden or restrict U.S. commerce
June 02, 2026
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Community supports grieving family after triple homicide
Community supports grieving family after triple homicide
June 03, 2026
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'Savvy's Stuffies': Girl's ER visit sparks effort to support kids in difficult situations
'Savvy's Stuffies': Girl's ER visit sparks effort to support kids in difficult situations
June 03, 2026
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New York sues over the Trump administration's deal to end an offshore wind project
New York’s attorney general is suing the Trump administration over one of its deals to end an offshore wind project
June 02, 2026
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Rubio grilled on Iran, says US won't swap sanctions relief for strait
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June 02, 2026
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US picks Louisiana, Oklahoma rare earth projects for $134 million funding
The U.S. Department of Energy said on Tuesday it has selected projects in Louisiana and Oklahoma for $134 million in funding to extract rare earth elements from waste streams.
June 02, 2026
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Ex-Hollywood, MAGA and Trump's ballroom commissioner: the U.S. crowd at Russia's 'Davos'
Russia's 'Davos' - formally known as the St Petersburg Economic Forum - kicks off on Wednesday and has attracted an eclectic crowd, including some Americans
June 02, 2026
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Cuba defends military-run GAESA as US sanctions prompt hotel exodus
Cuba on Tuesday defended a military-run conglomerate long the target of U.S. sanctions, saying the group of businesses known as GAESA has contributed to the
June 02, 2026
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Mexico backs extending USMCA trade pact for 16 years
Mexico's government has reiterated its support to extend the U.S.-Mexico Canada (USMCA) trade agreement for 16 years, Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Tuesday,
June 02, 2026
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Goldman CEO says high oil prices could shift consumer behavior in second half of 2026
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon expects consumer behavior to change in the second half of 2026 if inflation picks up, fueled by higher oil
June 03, 2026
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Wall St ends modestly higher as AI zeal overcomes Middle East jitters
The S&P 500 and the Dow closed modestly higher on Tuesday as risk appetite driven by AI fervor was counterbalanced by tensions arising from
June 02, 2026
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Trump signs executive order asking for access to new AI models before they launch
Trump signs executive order asking for access to new AI models before they launch
June 03, 2026
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Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks
President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order on oversight of artificial intelligence, less than two weeks after postponing a White House ceremony over his concerns that a similar policy could dull America’s edge on AI technology
June 02, 2026
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Russia slams key Ukrainian cities in one of deadliest offensives in months
Russia slams key Ukrainian cities in one of deadliest offensives in months
June 02, 2026
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Fear shadows Peru’s runoff vote as extortion and killings surge nationwide
Peru is grappling with a surge in extortion and violence, especially in areas like Trujillo
June 03, 2026
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The Trump admin paid a French company $1 billion to not build offshore wind farms. Blue states are suing
The Trump admin paid a French company $1 billion to not build offshore wind farms. Blue states are suing
June 03, 2026
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UAW strike against GM axle supplier continues without talks, union official says
Negotiations between a General Motors pickup truck axle supplier and the United Auto Workers have not taken place since the union launched a strike against
June 02, 2026
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Union at Colombia's Ecopetrol launches 24-hour strike over labor talks
The main union at Colombia's state-run oil company Ecopetrol launched a 24-hour strike on Tuesday, protesting what it called a deadlock in negotiations
June 02, 2026
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Brazil's Lula nods to China as Trump administration proposes 25% tariff
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday highlighted his country's ties with China after the U.S. proposed a new punitive tariff of 25% on many imports
June 02, 2026
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Oil prices rise to one-week high as Iran reviews US proposal to halt war
Oil prices climbed about 1% to a one-week high in volatile trade on Tuesday as the market waited for news on the Iran war, with Tehran reviewing a
June 02, 2026
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Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket to return to flight before year ends, CEO says
Blue Origin will return its New Glenn rocket to flight before the year ends, CEO Dave Limp said late on Monday, days after one of the rockets exploded, damaging the
June 02, 2026
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Flesh-eating screwworm detected 25 miles from US border in Mexico, USDA says
A parasitic fly that eats warm-blooded animals alive and could cause millions of dollars in economic damage was found in Mexico within 25 miles of the
June 02, 2026
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US lawmakers propose ending 12% excise tax on heavy-duty trucks
Two U.S. senators on Tuesday proposed ending the 12% federal excise tax on heavy-duty trucks, saying it could boost sales of newer, cleaner models.
June 02, 2026
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US exchanges extend selloff as perpetual futures approval unnerves investors
The selloff in the shares of U.S. bourse operators continued on Tuesday on worries over the risk implications of perpetual futures for cryptocurrencies and fear among investors that
June 02, 2026
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World stocks rally on AI optimism; jitters over Iran persist
Global stocks rallied on Tuesday, buoyed by AI optimism, while oil prices edged higher amid rising uncertainty over a possible
June 02, 2026
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US states sue Trump administration over deal to scrap offshore wind project
Seven U.S. states led by New York sued the Trump administration and a French energy firm on Tuesday for canceling a major offshore wind lease off the coast of New
June 02, 2026
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Trump makes changes to steel, aluminum and copper tariffs
President Donald Trump on Monday adjusted tariffs on some steel, aluminum and copper imports, lowering some tariffs on farming equipment and extending tariffs on other equipment
June 02, 2026
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Trump names controversial top housing official to be acting director of national intelligence
Trump names controversial top housing official to be acting director of national intelligence
June 02, 2026
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General Mills agrees to sell Häagen-Dazs shops in China to investor group
General Mills is selling its Häagen-Dazs ice cream shops in China to a group of investors that includes a Chinese tea brand
June 02, 2026
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German labour agency faces over 8 billion euro deficit in 2026, report says
Germany's Federal Employment Agency (BA) faces a deficit of more than €8 billion euros ($9.3 billion) this year, more than twice the shortfall previously planned, according
June 02, 2026
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Retail investors fuel record buying in US software ETF as AI trade broadens
The largest exchange-traded fund (ETF) tracking U.S. software stocks clocked the biggest single-day buy-in by retail investors on record on Monday, data from Vanda Research showed.
June 02, 2026
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Israel rates may fall faster if Iran ceasefire lowers inflation, cenbank chief says
Israel's short-term interest rates could fall at a faster pace if inflation continues to ease as a result of increased optimism over a ceasefire deal
June 02, 2026
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Philip Morris cuts annual profit forecast as currency volatility bites
Philip Morris International cut its annual profit forecast on Tuesday citing currency swings, though CEO Jacek Olczak said other risks to achieving its outlook such as rising energy
June 02, 2026
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Carney says some Canadian economic data will be uneven
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, pressed about statistics showing the country is in a technical recession, on Tuesday told reporters that as the government pressed ahead
June 02, 2026
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Wall Street slips at open after record highs; HPE soars
Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Tuesday after hitting a series of record highs, while blowout results from Hewlett Packard Enterprise and a funding commitment from
June 02, 2026
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Greer says USTR to release more Section 301 actions soon, proposed Brazil tariffs 'nuanced'
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June 02, 2026
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Trump administration proposes 25% tariff to punish Brazil over trade practices
The Trump administration has proposed a new punitive tariff of 25% on many imports from Brazil, after deciding its
June 02, 2026
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Dollar General flags strain on core shoppers, lifts profit forecast
Dollar General warned on Tuesday that its core customers remain under pressure from higher gas prices, prompting the discount retailer to hold its annual sales
June 02, 2026
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Frederiksen set to start a third term as Danish prime minister thanks to firm position on Greenland
Mette Frederiksen is set to begin a third term as Denmark’s prime minister by leading a center-left coalition of four parties
June 02, 2026
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Putin's 'Davos' haunted by war and stagnation despite the swank of influencers
A right-wing U.S. influencer, a serving U.S. official and a German retail billionaire are due to attend President Vladimir Putin's "
June 02, 2026
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US job openings rise by the most since 2021; hiring weak amid economic uncertainty
U.S. job openings increased by the most in five years in April, but the surge likely overstates the labor market's health, as hiring declined against
June 02, 2026
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Mozambique says five nationals die in South African anti-immigrant attacks
Mozambique said five of its citizens died in anti-immigration violence in the South African town of Mossel Bay over the weekend in the latest flare-up of
June 02, 2026
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USA Rare Earth to invest $1.2 billion in South Carolina facility to boost domestic supply
USA Rare Earth said on Tuesday it will invest $1.2 billion to build a magnet manufacturing and rare earth metals facility in South Carolina, as it expands domestic production
June 02, 2026
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Dollar in tight range as traders eye Middle East peace talks
The dollar traded in a narrow range on Tuesday as investors stayed on alert for signs of progress on a potential deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
June 02, 2026
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Four charged after suspected cartel tunnel found beneath store near Otay Mesa border crossing
Four charged after suspected cartel tunnel found beneath store near Otay Mesa border crossing
June 02, 2026
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AI demand, earnings optimism lift tech giants' market value in May
The world's most valuable technology companies with the exception of Alphabet added billions of dollars in market value in May, as upbeat earnings outlooks and strong demand for AI
June 02, 2026
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Local party chief probed after 82 killed in Chinese mining tragedy
A party chief in the northern coal-rich Chinese province of Shanxi is under investigation over "suspected serious violations of discipline and law", the local anti-graft
June 02, 2026
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Danish PM unveils plans for welfare push, defiance of Trump
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's new centre-left government will resist U.S. pressure over the future of Greenland, tackle
June 02, 2026
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Oil market could be underpricing risks, Vitol's Bahrain chief says
The oil market is underpricing some risks from the Iran war, global commodity trading house Vitol's managing director for Bahrain, Tom Baker, said on
June 02, 2026
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UniCredit says it met its goal in Commerzbank bid as stake reaches 34%
Italian bank UniCredit has increased its direct stake in Commerzbank to 34.4%, it said on Tuesday, under the takeover bid it launched on May 5 amid widespread
June 02, 2026
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Bank of England's Bailey says public must be given confidence in 2% inflation target
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said on Tuesday it was important to get UK inflation back to target and give households confidence
June 02, 2026
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Iran studying deal to halt war, as Trump says talks going on continuously
Iran is reviewing a proposed agreement with the U.S. to halt their war but has not communicated with Washington for a few days,
June 02, 2026
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Democrats don’t get why they’ve lost most working class voters
Class-war rhetoric from Democratic candidates jams working-class voters into a prefabricated progressive agenda, an expert on rural and working-class communities argues.
June 02, 2026
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Letting private companies use Cold War-era plutonium could set a dangerous precedent, senator says
Letting private companies use Cold War-era plutonium could set a dangerous precedent, senator says
June 02, 2026
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Short seller Andrew Left convicted of securities fraud
A federal grand jury in California has convicted short seller Andrew Left of securities fraud
June 02, 2026
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US job openings are at their highest level in nearly two years
US job openings are at their highest level in nearly two years
June 02, 2026
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US job openings climbed to 7.6 million in April despite economic fallout from the Iran war
U.S. job openings jumped in April as the labor market looked resilient despite economic uncertainty caused by the Iran war
June 02, 2026
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UK budget watchdog will factor stickier inflation into next forecasts
Britain's budget watchdog said on Tuesday it will factor in the unexpectedly strong persistence of inflation after the 2022 energy price shock when it
June 02, 2026
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Netanyahu faces criticism after Trump halts Israeli strikes on Beirut
Benjamin Netanyahu is under criticism at home after U.S.
June 02, 2026
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John Delaney's Forbright targets $994 million valuation in US IPO
Forbright, founded by former U.S.
June 02, 2026
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China's carmakers expand their presence in Europe
Chinese automakers are expanding in Europe, betting on their competitive pricing and advanced technology to break into a market traditionally dominated by European and American
June 02, 2026
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How a nudge from Nvidia propelled frugal Micron into the AI boom and a $1 trillion market cap
Micron Technology's march toward a $1 trillion valuation is nothing if not dramatic: a year ago it was a little over $100 billion.
June 02, 2026
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Tesla extends Chinese-made EV growth as sales surge in May
Tesla's Chinese-made electric vehicle sales jumped 39.4% from a year earlier in May, marking a seventh consecutive month of growth as it held its ground against Chinese
June 02, 2026
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IMF flags central bank independence gaps across Middle East, Central Asia
Central banks in the Middle East, Central Asia and the Caucasus need stronger protection from political pressure and government financing demands to keep inflation
June 02, 2026
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UN warns funding cuts could worsen Rohingya crisis in Bangladesh
The U.N. refugee agency warned on Tuesday that declining humanitarian funding could significantly worsen conditions for around 1.2 million Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh,
June 02, 2026
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Iran war disruption threatening delivery of lifesaving supplies for children, UN says
Surging global transport costs and supply chain disruptions linked to the Middle East crisis are threatening the delivery of lifesaving aid to children, the U.N. children's
June 02, 2026
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Victoria's Secret soars 50% as turnaround powers upbeat annual forecasts
Victoria's Secret shares jumped about 50% to a record high and were set for their best day ever on Tuesday, after the lingerie retailer raised its annual forecasts after posting
June 02, 2026
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Sticker shock meets gridlock: LA motorists keep driving at any price
If you thought soaring pump prices since the onset of the Iran war might help clear the notoriously clogged highways of Los Angeles, think again.
June 02, 2026
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HPE shares soar 28% as demand for AI infrastructure powers stellar quarter
Hewlett Packard Enterprise shares surged 28% on Tuesday after a rosy quarter that put it on track to hit long-term financial targets two years ahead of schedule, the latest evidence
June 02, 2026
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Morningstar values SpaceX at $780 billion, half its IPO target
Morningstar analysts pegged SpaceX's valuation at $780 billion, less than half of what the Elon Musk-led company is reportedly targeting in its initial public
June 02, 2026
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Fed's Hammack says rates may need to rise if rising inflation does not abate
By Michael S.
June 02, 2026
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Mastercard appoints insider Ling Hai CFO in leadership reshuffle
Mastercard named Ling Hai as chief financial officer on Tuesday to succeed Sachin Mehra, who will step into the newly created role of chief business officer, as the payments giant
June 02, 2026
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Philadelphia man among over 35,000 former federal workers waiting for full retirement benefits
Philadelphia man among over 35,000 former federal workers waiting for full retirement benefits
June 02, 2026
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Israel's weapons exports reach a record high with sales doubling in the past 5 years
Israel's weapons exports reached a record high of over $19 billion last year, marking a 30% increase from 2024, according to Israel's Defense Ministry
June 02, 2026
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Cambodia initiates action with UN agency to force conciliation of maritime dispute with Thailand
Cambodia has filed for compulsory conciliation under a U.N. maritime law agreement to resolve a sea border dispute with Thailand
June 02, 2026
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EU strikes migration deal for more deportations and detention centers abroad
The European Union has agreed on a major overhaul of its migration policy, aiming to increase deportations and establish detention centers abroad
June 02, 2026
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EBRD chief says governments need to target any support as Middle East war bites
Government support in emerging economies affected by the Middle East conflict should be temporary and targeted, the head of the European Bank for
June 02, 2026
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Arm Holdings CEO says US would have difficulty banning AI CPU chip exports to China
By Max A.
June 02, 2026
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Iran war puts RBI in razor-edge policy bind over inflation, growth and rupee
India's central bank faces one of the toughest interest rate calls in recent memory this week, as the Middle East energy shock, a slumping currency and a
June 02, 2026
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Kremlin talks of new 'paradigm' in Ukraine war, accusing Kyiv of 'acts of terror'
The Kremlin said on Tuesday that the war in Ukraine had entered a "different paradigm" due to what it called "inhumane acts of terror" carried out by Kyiv's military against
June 02, 2026
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US fund management firms back 401(k) alternative assets proposal, but others worry about risks
The U.S. fund management industry has thrown its weight behind a proposal to open up retirement plans to alternative assets like private
June 02, 2026
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Euro will only gain bigger role with deliberate policy action, says ECB's Cipollone
The rise in the global role of the euro currency has been circumstantial up to now and the bloc needs to act deliberately to carve out a greater market share, European
June 02, 2026
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Marvell shares touch record high after Nvidia's Huang calls it 'next trillion-dollar company'
Marvell Technology's shares surged more than 25% on Tuesday after Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang called the chipmaker the next "trillion-dollar company."
June 02, 2026
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Equity supply shock?
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets On the surface, global markets looked pretty serene early on Tuesday,
June 02, 2026
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UN urges the world to ready for extreme heat risk from El Nino
The United Nations weather agency forecast on Tuesday a moderate or possibly a strong El Nino that could drive up global temperatures and increase the
June 02, 2026
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New Mexico ‘Truth Commission’ begins investigation into Epstein’s Zorro Ranch, will issue subpoenas
New Mexico ‘Truth Commission’ begins investigation into Epstein’s Zorro Ranch, will issue subpoenas
June 02, 2026
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Amazon moves Prime Day to June, keeps it a four-day event
Amazon.com will host its annual Prime Day sales event from June 23 to June 26 after launching the event in July for the past five years, citing major
June 02, 2026
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America’s stock market is surging, but it’s still all about AI
America’s stock market is surging, but it’s still all about AI
June 02, 2026
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Trump’s financial ties face scrutiny after moves benefiting allies and family
President Donald Trump has found multiple ways to harness the presidency to benefit himself
June 02, 2026
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Euro fails to nab big market share from dollar despite erratic US policy, report shows
The global role of the euro currency hardly budged last year, disappointing some hopes that erratic economic policy in the United States could give it a big boost, as
June 02, 2026
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EU lawmaker committee backs deal to avert new US trade clash
A European Parliament committee voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday to remove EU import duties on many U.S. goods, a step to comply with the trade deal
June 02, 2026
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Estee Lauder still open to acquisitions after failed Puig talks, CEO says
An Estee Lauder merger with Jean Paul Gaultier-owner Puig failed to go through because of the price tag, Stephane de La Faverie, President and CEO of the U.S. cosmetics maker said
June 02, 2026
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European shares rise as STMicroelectronics lifts tech; inflation backs ECB hike bets
European shares rose on Tuesday, as a strong forecast from STMicroelectronics boosted technology stocks and investors assessed
June 02, 2026
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Euro zone inflation jump reinforces case for June rate hike
Euro zone inflation accelerated further last month, driven by energy and services, bolstering the already strong case for a small European Central Bank
June 02, 2026
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94 days of paralysis: The Strait of Hormuz remains choked off
94 days of paralysis: The Strait of Hormuz remains choked off
June 02, 2026
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Startups shore up Ukraine's defences with sea drone swarms and robot trucks
How to stop Russian drones flying undetected across the Black Sea to attack Ukraine's port city of Odesa?
June 02, 2026
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Key ECB policymaker quotes in run-up to June 11 policy meeting
The following are key quotes from European Central Bank policymakers in the run-up to the June 11 policy meeting.
June 02, 2026
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Restrictions on prediction market bets by US troops part of draft defense bill
Restrictions on prediction market bets by US troops part of draft defense bill
June 02, 2026
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Japan tempers yen warnings despite renewed slide towards key 160 level
Japanese financial authorities held back from stepping up verbal warnings on the yen on Tuesday even as it neared the key 160-per-dollar mark, a restraint
June 02, 2026
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Nvidia chief to Asia: 'We're still supply constrained'
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the company has enough supply for "very, very robust growth" linked to the AI boom.
June 02, 2026
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Luxury brands seek to lure America's AI super-rich
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June 02, 2026
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In France's poor, diverse suburbs, Melenchon's hard left charts a path to the presidency
When Bassi Konate became mayor of Sarcelles this spring, the independent candidate backed by the hard-left France Unbowed (LFI) party ended
June 02, 2026
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Japan considering sales tax cut in April 2027, Mainichi reports
Japan is considering rolling out a two-year cut to its tax on food sales from April next year, the Mainichi newspaper reported, a move
June 02, 2026
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EasyJet lures takeover interest as investors spot a bargain
British budget airline easyJet has caught the eye of U.S. investment firm Castlelake for a possible takeover.
June 02, 2026
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Euro zone firms struggle to raise prices despite Iran war shock
Only a third of the euro zone's largest companies have indicated they are raising prices in response to the Iran war, a Reuters analysis
June 02, 2026
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BOJ should signal clear rate path after June hike, SMFG markets chief says
The Bank of Japan should lay out a clear path for policy normalisation after a widely expected rate hike this month to stabilise the bond
June 02, 2026
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Australia orders Amazon, eBay, others to not sell banned magnetic toys
Australia's competition watchdog has sent takedown requests to Amazon, eBay, Kogan and Fruugo after finding listings for banned magnetic chess-style toys whose magnets can cause
June 02, 2026
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Australia's net trade drags on economy in Q1 as tech, fuel imports surge
Australia's net trade proved to be a major drag on the economy in the first quarter as imports of data centre equipment boomed and the value of fuel shipments
June 02, 2026