Italy and Saudi Arabia signed $10B agreements to strengthen ties. PM Meloni hopes this opens new opportunities for cooperation between the two nations.
Argentina's economy grew 0.1% in November, surprising analysts who expected a 0.6% contraction, signaling a potential recovery amid tough austerity measures.
Costco shareholders rejected a proposal for a report on DEI risks, signaling support for diversity initiatives that gained focus after the 2020 Black Lives Matter movement.
Rivian plans to launch hands-free driver assistance in 2025 and "eyes-off" systems in 2026, aiming to add significant value as automakers compete in autonomous tech.
Tesla will recall over 1.2 million cars in China, including imported Model S, X, and China-made Model 3 and Y, to fix safety-related software issues.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon downplayed concerns over new tariffs, saying they're an economic tool that could be slightly inflationary but beneficial for national security.
U.S. 30-year mortgage rates dropped to 6.96%, the first decline in 5 weeks. 15-year rates eased to 6.16%, bringing slight relief to homebuyers and boosting applications.
Tesla launched a higher-priced Model Y in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, costing $59,990, 25% more than the previous version, with optional full self-driving software.
Ericsson's Q4 revenue rose 1% to $6.66B, beating estimates. However, operating profit missed expectations as North America grew, while U.S. tariffs remain a concern.
Norway's central bank kept its interest rate at 4.50%, a 17-year high, and plans to begin cutting rates in March.
The UK FCA plans to remove the £100 contactless limit and introduce an open finance system for SME financing.
EasyJet shares dropped as it lowered Q2 revenue expectations but kept full-year profit guidance. European airline stocks are down, hoping for stable fuel prices and demand in 2025.
Michael Bloomberg's philanthropy and other U.S. funders will cover the U.S. financial obligations to the UN climate framework after Trump announced a second pullback from the Paris Agreement.
Tesla is raising car prices in Canada starting February 1. Model 3 prices could go up by C$9,000, while Model Y, S, and X will rise by up to C$4,000.
GE Aerospace raised profit forecasts after Q4 earnings beat estimates, driven by high demand for parts. Shares rose 6.5%, with plans to boost buybacks to $7B and raise dividends.
Wildfires in Pacific Palisades and LA have caused $350 million in damage to public infrastructure, including streetlights, centers, and a library.
Japan's trade surplus with the US hit ¥8.6 trillion, fueled by car exports and a weaker yen, potentially drawing US criticism.
UK borrowing reached £17.8bn in December, higher than expected, due to rising spending and debt costs, adding pressure amid weak economic growth.
Xi and Putin vowed to strengthen ties, stressing Ukraine talks must respect Russia's interests. Trade hit $240bn in 2023.
President Trump threatened EU tariffs and a 10% duty on Chinese imports over fentanyl shipments, after taking office without imposing campaign-promised tariffs.
Goldman Sachs is launching a Generative AI assistant for staff, with plans to develop a bot that thinks and acts like an experienced banker.
Google's AI fund has led a $3 million seed round for Arva AI, a startup that helps banks and fintechs automate AML and KYB compliance.
Toronto-Dominion Bank is selling $9 billion in mortgages to meet a US regulatory cap after a money laundering settlement.
Nationwide reports a rise in ATM cash withdrawals for the third year, as Brits use cash to budget amid high living costs.