In a surprising turn of events, Huawei Technologies has reclaimed the No. 1 spot in China’s smartphone market during the first two weeks of this year, according to a recent report by research firm Counterpoint. This marks a significant milestone for the Shenzhen-based company, as it’s the first time since facing US sanctions in May […]
Alibaba Group is reportedly exploring the sale of various consumer sector assets, including its grocery business Freshippo and retailer RT-Mart, as part of a strategy shift towards its core ecommerce business, Reuters reported. The move aligns with the company’s focus on divesting non-core, unprofitable units, it said. Talks with potential investors, both strategic and financial, […]
Oil prices dipped on Monday in choppy trade as China’s ailing property sector sparked demand worries while rising tensions over the weekend in the Middle East intensified oil supply concerns. Brent crude futures were down 62 cents to USD 82.93 a barrel by 1430 GMT while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures were down 59 […]
Concerns mount over the severe disruptions in global trade as the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) issued a stark warning. The ongoing crisis in the Red Sea shipping route, compounded by geopolitical tensions in the Black Sea and climate-related challenges in the Panama Canal, is creating a complex and multifaceted challenge for […]
Superdry’s Chief Financial Officer Shaun Wills will step down at the end of March, as the struggling fashion store revealed a larger half-year deficit on Friday as odd weather slowed sales amid a cost-of-living problem. Giles David has been designated the retailer’s interim CFO, starting 29 January. The London-listed firm reported an adjusted loss before tax […]
Oil prices weakened slightly on Friday, but remain set for a second weekly gain as positive US economic growth and signs of Chinese stimulus boosted demand sentiment, while Middle East supply concerns added further support. Brent crude futures were down 94 cents at USD 81.50 a barrel by 12:12 a.m. ET (17:12 GMT), having set […]
Swiggy has expanded its food delivery services to Agatti Island in Lakshadweep, the company said in a press release on Thursday. “This expansion marks a significant milestone for us, as we become the first online food delivery service to make a foray in Lakshadweep. We are excited to partner with local restaurants and support them in […]
Apple’s smartphone shipments in China fell 2.1 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to the same time a year ago, hampered by increased rivalry from local rivals headed by Huawei, according to IDC statistics released on Thursday. The reduction highlights the hurdles that the US business has in its third-largest market, as […]
Consumer confidence has increased by 2.2 percentage points, revealed a recent report by Refinitiv-Ipsos, the primary consumer sentiment index (PCSI). This surge is reflected across all four sub-indices, indicating a positive outlook on various economic aspects. The monthly PCSI result, determined by the sum of four weighted sub-indices, paints a promising picture for the economy. […]
After 16 years of negotiations, Switzerland and India have finally reached a consensus on a free-trade agreement, as confirmed by Swiss Economy Minister Guy Parmelin, reported Bloomberg. According to the agency, Parmelin travelled to India directly from the World Economic Forum in Davos to meet with Minister Piyush Goyal. As per the Swiss Minister’s post […]
