WuXi AppTec reported a 33.7 per cent rise in H1 net profit to 11.08 billion yuan, beating expectations driven by strong demand for weight-loss and diabetes drugs and US growth.
Wuxi AppTec, Asia's largest contract pharmaceutical research provider, reported H1 net income of 11.08 billion yuan, surpassing market estimates. This strong performance was driven by robust demand for weight-loss and diabetes drugs, alongside significant growth in its US business.
Harare experienced a quiet shutdown as residents awaited protests against constitutional amendments, which critics say could extend President Mnangagwa's term. Police deployed heavily, and while the city remained calm, the dispute continues in court.
US business activity grew at its fastest pace in 8 months in July, driven by strong service sector demand, despite manufacturing declines and rising costs.
An Indian AI engineer working for a US-based startup was denied a B1 business visa at the Delhi consulate for an upcoming company offsite in the US. The visa officer cited insufficient ties to his home country, despite the applicant's claims of family and property in India.
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim and Thai counterpart Anutin Charnvirakul resolved a seafood trade dispute and discussed border security, showcasing their personal friendship through musical performances during a summit. Despite the public bonhomie, the seafood row had strained relations and harmed Thailand's shrimp industry.
The E-2 visa allows citizens of treaty countries to invest in and run a US business. Applicants can either start a new venture or acquire an existing one, with the latter often being simpler. The investment must be substantial, typically $50,000-$100,000+, and the business must be viable and create jobs.
Anastasiia Berezovska, a Ukrainian woman wanted by Interpol for a parcel bomb attack in Monaco that injured businessman Vadym Yermolaiev and his family, was found shot dead near Kyiv. Ukrainian police arrested two suspects, including an intelligence officer, in connection with her murder.
ASUS Business, yapay zekâ destekli çözümleriyle Türkiye'de kurumsal PC pazarında son bir yılda %136 büyüme kaydetti. 2028'de en büyük üç marka arasında olma hedefi koydu.
ASUS Business, yapay zekâ destekli yeni nesil çözümleriyle Türkiye'de kurumsal PC pazarında %136 büyüme kaydederek dikkat çekici bir başarıya imza attı. Şirket, 2028 yılına kadar Türkiye'nin en büyük üç kurumsal PC markasından biri olmayı hedefliyor.
US businessman Ibrahim Khaldoon Hilmi, accused of orchestrating a $3.7 billion Medicare fraud scheme, has been arrested in Turkiye after over a year on the run. He was extradited to the US to face justice for allegedly submitting fraudulent claims for medical equipment.
Le relazioni economiche tra Italia e USA sono sotto pressione a causa di dazi, tensioni geopolitiche e divergenze su energia e difesa. L'export italiano, trainato da farmaceutica e macchinari, supera l'import, ma i legami energetici e spaziali sono a rischio.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani canceled a trip to the US after Donald Trump made controversial remarks about PM Giorgia Meloni, calling her claims of seeking a photo 'fabricated' and questioning her support on Iran. The incident has strained relations between the former allies.
England started their World Cup campaign with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia. Despite a shaky first half, England's second-half performance, highlighted by goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford, secured the win.
Uzbekistan's capital, Tashkent, is hosting the fifth Tashkent International Investment Forum, attracting foreign leaders, investors, and business executives. Discussions cover investment, infrastructure, AI, and access to capital, with a focus on economic diplomacy and bilateral meetings.
US business owners are increasingly selling their companies to employees as they approach retirement, seeking to preserve jobs and company culture. Employee ownership models like EOTs and ESOPs are gaining traction, supported by rising investment funds and bipartisan congressional interest, though setup complexity and delayed payment remain challenges.
US business owners, particularly baby boomers nearing retirement, are increasingly selling their companies to employees rather than outside buyers. This trend, driven by a desire to preserve jobs and legacy, is supported by rising investment funds for employee ownership transitions, with schemes like EOTs and ESOPs facilitating the process.
Chinese AI model DeepSeek is seeing increased adoption by US firms looking for cheaper alternatives to OpenAI and Anthropic, according to a report by Ramp. US companies are directly paying DeepSeek, indicating data exchange with China-hosted servers.
AmCham Russia President Robert Agee stated that American businesses agree with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's call to restore business ties with Russia. The comments were made at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
US businesses in Russia have not experienced any relaxation of sanctions pressure, despite President Trump's stated desire to improve relations with Moscow, according to AmCham Russia CEO Robert Agee. He believes sanctions will persist until the conflict ends.
The American Chamber of Commerce in Russia states that most US companies remain operational in Russia, contrary to the belief that major brand exits signify a full withdrawal. This comes as the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum begins.
Guangzhou and the American Chamber of Commerce in South China co-hosted a trade exchange, revealing significant growth in Guangzhou's imports from the US from January to April. Key sectors like integrated circuits and electronic components saw substantial increases, while exports of textiles, agricultural products, and cosmetics also rose.
Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins won the toss and chose to bat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL 2026 match in Hyderabad. Both teams have already qualified for the playoffs.
SpaceX's IPO filing details $131m in Cybertruck purchases, risks associated with its xAI Grok chatbot's explicit content generation, and significant financial losses, raising questions about future profitability.
