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JetZero’s triangle-shaped jet on track to fly by late 2027
JetZero, the startup aiming to take on planemakers Airbus and Boeing, is on track to fly the first full-scale model of its manta…
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Cyberattacks blight Britain's retailers as M&S, Co-op's systems' breached
Britain’s Marks & Spencer (M&S) entered a second week unable to take online orders on Friday (May 2) following a major cyberattack, while…
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US: Wall Street stocks buoyed by strong economic data, possible US-China trade talks
Wall Street stocks advanced on Friday (May 2), notching the second straight week of gains, helped by strong economic data and potential…
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Le Mans Haberdashers: The First Black Men’s Luxury Retailer in NYC
Who: Carl Davis, Kermith Morgan and Ernest Floore, owners What: Le Mans Haberdashers Where: West 95th and Amsterdam Le Mans Haberdashers,…
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Young Entrepreneurs: The New American Dream
The landscape of entrepreneurship is shifting dramatically, especially among the younger generations. The American Dream, once defined by…
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Art Oasis: How Dubai Is Redrawing the Global Cultural Map
DUBAI — April in Dubai has become the cornerstone of the Middle East’s cultural calendar, transforming the city into a buzzing creative…
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Innovative Fashion Agent Empowers Shopping Discovery
This article summarizes a detailed conversation between a prominent investor and a successful founder. The discussion covers the origin…
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The Best Back Shavers Go Where No Other Groomer Can
As for self shaving: While the Gillette doesn’t let me reach every square inch of my back like I can with the electric and expandable…
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Vince Sees Q4 Sales and Profitability Gains, but Projects Q1 Declines Amid Macro Uncertainties
Vince Holding Corp., the luxury brand known for its relaxed, understated styles, concluded 2024 with a lift in sales, and a gross profit…
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TikTok fined 530 million euros in EU over China data transfer
TikTok was hit with a massive EU fine of 530 million euros (S$779 million) on Friday (May 2), accused of sending personal data of…
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Nvidia is working on China-tailored chips again after US export ban: The Information
The chip giant has told customers that a sample of the new chip will be available as soon as June Nvidia has told some of its biggest…
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'I was born Ivorian' - bank boss barred from running for president tells BBC
Tidjane Thiam, a former international banker and the leader of Ivory Coast's main opposition party, has told the BBC that he will not give…
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HSBC warns trade turmoil poses serious risks to global growth
Shifting global trade relations have increased economic uncertainty with serious risks to growth, making it difficult for international…
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Exxon beats Wall Street profit estimate, boosted by Guyana and Permian production
ExxonMobil on Friday (May 2) beat Wall Street’s estimate for first-quarter profit as higher oil and gas production from Guyana and the…
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Wall Street Gains Momentum with Support from Big Tech Earnings While Investors Watch Trade Developments
Wall Street opened with a surge of optimism on Thursday, as stocks soared and key U.S. indexes posted significant gains. This surge was…
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Mapletree Industrial Trust stays defensive, resilient amid global uncertainties
Mapletree Industrial Trust (MIT) will adopt a more defensive leasing strategy and continue to rebalance its portfolio through divestments…
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Shell Q1 profit drops 28%, beats estimates, keeps share buybacks steady
Shell reported a 28 per cent drop in first-quarter net profit to US$5.58 billion on Friday (May 2), beating analyst expectations, while it…
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AirAsia-owner Capital A eyes Hong Kong listing
Malaysia’s Capital A, the owner of budget carrier AirAsia, said on Friday (May 2) it was exploring listing on the Hong Kong stock…
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StanChart profit beats as lender weighs impact of tariff war
DARD Chartered reported first-quarter profit that beat estimates as it weighs the impact of US President Donald Trump’s trade war.…
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StanChart Q1 profit beats estimates as lender weighs impact of Trump’s tariff war
Standard Chartered reported first-quarter profit that beat estimates as it weighs the impact of US President Donald Trump’s trade war.…
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Montblanc Promotes Brand Relations Executive
THE WRITE STUFF: Montblanc has promoted Stephanie Radl to the new role of director, brand relations and communications, WWD has learned.…
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Asia: Stocks gain after China teases US tariff talks
Asian markets largely rose on Friday, tracking Wall Street gains, as China said it was considering a US offer to negotiate steep tariffs.…
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Climate change takes spice from Indonesia clove farms
Colonial powers once sought to wipe out cloves grown by locals on the eastern Indonesian island of Ternate to safeguard their monopoly…
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Stocks to watch: CapitaLand Investment, Nio, MIT, Jardine Cycle & Carriage, iFast, Sasseur Reit, Elite UK Reit
The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Friday (May 2). CapitaLand Investment (CLI):…