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U.S. profit Picture Could be Helped by Dollar’s Sudden Weakness, say Analysts

The suddenly limp U.S. dollar is something that stock investors could have at least one less worry in the next earnings period. A sharp reversal since the start of the
Published on February 5, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Strategist says if Britain Resorts to WTO Trade Rules Post-Brexit, Sterling Could Face Binary Implications

A strategist at BofA Merrill Lynch is of the view that the complete impact of the U.K. and European Union (EU) failing to reach a trade agreement and the subsequent
Published on February 4, 2017
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Concerns to Trump about Travel Ban Expressed by U.S. Business Leaders

Some of the chief executives of major U.S. companies expressed concern about a travel ban on people from seven Muslim-majority countries traveling to the United States as they huddled with
Published on February 4, 2017
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US Plant for Home Appliances Might be Built by Samsung: Media Sources

In what is considered to be the latest global firm to consider a response to criticism about imports from new U.S. President Donald Trump, Samsung Electronics may build a U.S.
Published on February 3, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

H1B Visa Threat Forces Indian IT Firms Planning a Visit to Meer Trump Officials

In order to lobby against any major changes to visa regulations that could hurt the country’s $150 billion industry, Indian IT sector leaders will meet both U.S. lawmakers and officials
Published on February 3, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Despite Hot Start for Global Deals, Foreign Interest in US Companies is Lower

Due to the high political uncertainty in the United States international acquisitions of U.S. firms are lagging compared to other parts of the world despite the fact that global corporate
Published on February 2, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

In Meeting with CEOs, Questions Likely to be Faced by Trump on Travel Ban

When U.S. President Donald Trump meets with the CEOs of major U.S. companies at the White House on Friday he will likely face questions about his executive order restricting some
Published on February 2, 2017
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Pointing Towards Economic Stabilization, Chinese Manufacturing Expands in January, Shows Official PMI Data

As the mainland economy shows signs of stabilizing, indicating that the industrial sector continued to expand in January and a tad faster than expected, shows China’s official manufacturing Purchasing Managers’
Published on February 1, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Global Impact on tech Companies by Trumpโ€™s Travel Ban

Global tech companies, including Amazon, are considering legal action because of the potential impact on their business of President Donald Trump’s recent immigration ban barring citizens from seven predominantly Muslim
Published on February 1, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Bank of Japan Keeps Policy Unchanged, Raises Economic Growth Forecasts

While keeping its policy stance unchanged, as was widely expected in its latest policy review, the Bank of Japan raised its economic growth forecasts. From its previous forecast, made in
Published on January 31, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Probability of France’s Far Right Ending Largest Civilization Project of 20th Century

Analysts have been carefully assessing how French elections in May could deal a “severe blow” to the European Union (EU) with Marine le Pen transforming her National Front (NF) into
Published on January 31, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Toshiba Planned to be Sued for its Accounting Scandal by Trust Banks

In what can be considered a fresh headache for Toshiba Corp as it scrambles to offset a separate imminent multi-billion dollar writedown, the Japanese trust banks are preparing to sue
Published on January 30, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

To Cut Costs as Companies Hunt for Growth, they are Using 1970s Budget Tool

As U.S. companies turn their spending habits upside down to boost profits and to re-invest in their businesses, the number of such companies using a budgeting tool made famous in
Published on January 30, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

IMFโ€™s Latest Recommendations Could be the Last Chance for Greece

The latest IMF report, which was delivered to the Fund’s board members for consultation, reveals that more turbulence lies ahead for Greece – the debt-ridden European nation, despite decisive action
Published on January 29, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Hope for America After Trump Ascension Expressed by Gates, Buffett

Even as the U.S. works through political differences and gets used to the new Trump administration, Bill Gates and Warren Buffett expressed optimism that the country will move ahead and
Published on January 29, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

To Counterbalance China, Trump may have Found his Big Ally โ€“ India, Not Russia

It may not be Russia that the U.S. president sees as America’s critical new ally despite all the talk about the mutual admiration between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. The
Published on January 28, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Wider Trade Gap Slows Down U.S. Economy, Rise in Business Spending

While steady consumer spending and rising business investment pointed to sustained strength in domestic demand, U.S. economic growth slowed sharply in the fourth quarter as a plunge in shipments of
Published on January 28, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

To Get Customers in Line, Starbucks Must Ease Mobile Order Pileup

While being a very lucrative alternative means for business and sale, the digital world can dump an avalanche of orders in a short period of time, creating delays and lines
Published on January 27, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Calling it Part of a ‘Buffet of Options’, White House Softens 20% Border Tax Idea

Having received widespread attention in the wake of a dispute between President Donald Trump and Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto over plans to construct a border wall between the two
Published on January 27, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Higher Taxes Hit Earnings, Strong Revenue Growth, Posted by Alphabet

While analysts cheered the company’s progress in diversifying its business beyond advertising, hurt by a higher tax rate, Google parent Alphabet Inc posted fourth-quarter profit below analysts’ estimates. Alphabet Chief
Published on January 27, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Soaring Demand for Cloud Service Helps Raise Microsoft Profits

While Microsoft Corp saw a slight decline in margins in the unit that includes its flagship cloud platform Azure, but helped by growth in its fast-growing cloud computing business, the
Published on January 27, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Here is Why There Can be a Rebound in Gold Prices

Ever since the rally in global stocks and dollar following Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. elections, gold prices have been under pressure. And reflected in the recovery of gold
Published on January 26, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Following the Brexit Vote, the UK Economy is not Showing Signs of a Slowdown

With a better-than-expected set of growth figures for the fourth quarter, the British economy showed no signs of losing momentum at the end of 2016. Preliminary figures by the Office
Published on January 26, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

After the U.S., Qualcomm Sued by Apple in Beijing for 1 Billion Yuan

After the U.S., China is the next legal battleground for Apple Inc. and Qualcomm, who are now locked in multiple legal battles. Beijing’s Intellectual Property Court said in a statement
Published on January 26, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

How AppDynamics was Swooped Upon and Nabbed at the Last Minute

Top leaders of the software company AppDynamics were back home in California for final visits with prospective shareholders even as the AppDynamics IPO roadshow hit its home stretch this week.
Published on January 26, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Burns Night Marked with Call for Tax Cut by Whiskey Industry

The birth anniversary of poet Robert Burns is very often celebrated across the world with dancing, a bite of Haggis and of course, a few nips of whisky and Wednesday
Published on January 25, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

EIU Report Warns that US is no Longer a Full Democracy

According to the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), for the first time in the history of the country, the United States has been demoted from a full democracy to a flawed
Published on January 25, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Despite Risks Posed by U.S. Protectionism, Japan Notes Uptick in Exports for the First Time in 15 Months

Even as U.S. protectionism threatens to hurt trade across the region and dent external demand, in a positive sign for the export-reliant economy, Japan’s exports rose for the first time
Published on January 25, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Trump Pushes for New American Plants in his Talks to U.S. Automakers

Pressing his pledge to bring jobs to America and discourage the car industry from investing in Mexico, U.S. President Donald Trump urged the chief executives of the Big Three U.S.
Published on January 25, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Samsung Announces Share Buyback and Q4 Operating Profit Rise by 50% on Year

Fallouts of investigations of its senior executives in an on-going corruption scandal and from a massive product recall of its Galaxy Note 7 handsets were cushioned as Samsung’s profits jumped
Published on January 24, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Without an Act in Parliament, Government Cannot Trigger Article 50, U.K. Supreme Court Rules

The U.K. Supreme Court has ruled that the government needs to get permission from the parliament on whether the government can start the Brexit process. Although this is expected to
Published on January 24, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

More than $7 Billion to be Invested in Display Plant in the U.S., says Foxconn CEO

Chairman and chief executive of Foxconn, the world’s largest contract electronics maker, Terry Gou said that in an investment that would exceed $7 billion. The company is considering setting up
Published on January 23, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Abe, Trump Don’t Want to see Excessive Yen Weakness, Japan Inc Believes: Reuters Poll

A Reuters poll showed that any significant weakening of the yen is worrying the Japanese companies and they believe that it could spark an unwelcome political backlash but they they
Published on January 23, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Manpower CEO says in the Workplace, Tech can Help Women โ€˜Leapfrogโ€™ Men

According to the chairman and chief executive of ManpowerGroup, women would be able to gain a chance to “leapfrog” their male counterparts and correct workplace gender imbalances by developments in
Published on January 19, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Call on EU to Halve Food Waste by 2030 Given by Campaigners

44m tonnes of food waste every year could be wiped out by the initiative, which would apply to the UK if passed. On the eve of a landmark vote later
Published on January 19, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

As Demonetization Dents Economy, India Set for Slowest Growth Period

Societe Generale said that as the government’s demonetization drive triggers a shortage of cash, India seems set for four consecutive quarters of sub-7 percent growth for the first time since
Published on January 18, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Foreign Business Pessimism Being Fueled by China Protectionism, U.S. Lobby says

A survey released on Wednesday showed that among the respondents surveyed, most say that they have little confidence in China’s vows to open its markets while more than 80 percent
Published on January 18, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Ahead After 2016 Strength, Brexit Consumer Slowdown Seen by Carney

Fresh headwinds in 2017 that are likely to curb growth, according to Mark Carney, are likely to be faced by consumers who were the backbone of U.K. economic resilience after
Published on January 17, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

New Report says Nearly $692 Billion to EU Economy Contributed by Media Spending

A recently published new study has found that up to a seven-fold contribution to the economy of Europe is generated by the money that is spent on advertising by brands
Published on January 17, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Davos Study says Following Key Development Goals can Help Business to Unlock $12 Trillion

According to a study by a group including global business and finance leaders, by implementing a few key development goals, companies could unlock at least $12 trillion in market opportunities
Published on January 16, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Threat of Imposition of 35 percent U.S. Import Tariff Given by Trump to German Carmakers

A warning of a border tax of 35 percent on vehicles imported to the U.S. market for German car companies was issued by United States President-elect Donald Trump. This warning
Published on January 16, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

In the US and Other OECD Nations, 20% of Health-Care Expenditures is Wasted

In some way or another, about 20 cents of every dollar spent on health care in OECD countries is wasted, a new OECD report released Jan. 10 reveals this shocking
Published on January 15, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Nigeria Courts China and Attempts to Trim Ties with Taiwan

Just a day after China announced plans to invest a further $40 billion in the African country โ€“ Nigeria, Taiwan was asked to move its representative office out of the
Published on January 15, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Analysts say Investors Should be Prepared to be Disappointed by Theresa May

Next Tuesday, a speech on the Britain’s divorce from the EU is expected to be given by the U.K.’s Prime Minister Theresa May. However, skepticisms about the extent of clear
Published on January 14, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Risks of Mass Data Collection Point of Discussion for Startup Investors

More data is what nearly every technology startup wants. But tensions are rising in Silicon Valley over whether such practices amount to a form of surveillance that customers will ultimately
Published on January 14, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Analysts say ‘Nothing’s Really Changed’ with Amazon’s Promise of 100,000 jobs

In its latest move to win over shoppers by investing in faster delivery, creation of more than 100,000 jobs in the United States, from software development to warehouse work, was
Published on January 13, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Drug Pricing Increases Debated by Pharma Company Executive

More pharmaceutical companies are pledging to limit annual increases to under 10 percent, as they are grappling with a backlash against high U.S. prescription drug prices. However critics have not
Published on January 13, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Cheap Models Drive Electric Car Boom in What are being Called China’s anti-Teslas

Comprising mainly locally-branded models that are cheaper and have a shorter range than those offered by foreign automakers such as Tesla and Nissan, the electric cars that are old are
Published on January 12, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Analysts say ‘Very Significant Upside’ can Result from a Bitcoin ETF

Bitcoin followers are hopeful that a fund that tracks the cryptocurrency would get approval and analysts are of the view that it would ultimately provide a major boost to its
Published on January 12, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh

Boeing Plans Engineer layoffs in 2017, WalMart to Lay Off Hundreds Before End of January

As Boeing Co responds to increasing competition amid slowing aircraft sales, as a part of a cost-cutting drive, the aerospace and defense company warned that it will conduct involuntary layoffs
Published on January 11, 2017
By Debdutta Ghosh
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