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BusinessOct 31US midterms loom over jittery investorsCaution certainly seems warranted for the coming weeksFinancial Times
BusinessOct 31Zelda Switch 2 buyers promised $519 gift cards after Walmart's preorder fiascoWalmart is reportedly offering $519 gift cards to some customers affected by its last-minute cancellations of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 preorders. Other customers have been given a limited opportunity to reclaim their reservations, although it remains unclear whether everyone affected will receive both forms of compensation.notebookcheck · united states of america
BusinessOct 31Shenzhen too pricey? Cost-conscious Hongkongers dig deeper into mainland ChinaSeventy-something Hong Kong retiree Leung Ching says a meal for four in Shenzhen, the megacity in mainland China roughly an hour’s train ride away, that cost just over 300 yuan (US$45) a few years ago now runs to 500 to 600 yuan. It would cost around HK$1,000 (US$127.50) in Hong Kong, but only 300 yuan in Guangzhou and just 200 yuan in Zhongshan, two cities within two hours of Hong Kong. “Shenzhen is becoming less and less affordable,” said Leung, a retired vendor. Last year, consumer prices in...South China Morning Post
BusinessOct 31West Asia crisis triggers payment concern in Keralam’s cardamom sectorCardamom growers voice serious concern over extended delays in receiving payments from auctioneers. Usually, auction houses clear dues to planters within 15 days; currently, disbursements take over a monthThe Hindu
BusinessOct 31Beira Corridor Forum Calls for Stronger Regional Partnerships to Secure Southern Africa’s Energy FutureForum highlights rising regional fuel demand, infrastructure investment and cross-border collaboration as critical to strengthening energy security and economic growth.thezimbabwean · zimbabwe
BusinessOct 31Shoppers snap up 10 thermal tops a minute as M&S cosy Heatgen goes on saleWith temperatures dropping and energy bills rising again, shoppers are turning to thermal clothing to stay warm without piling on bulky layers.malverngazette · united kingdom
BusinessOct 31Shoppers snap up 10 thermal tops a minute as M&S cosy Heatgen goes on saleWith temperatures dropping and energy bills rising again, shoppers are turning to thermal clothing to stay warm without piling on bulky layers.eveshamjournal_uk · united kingdom
BusinessOct 31Scary deals? What makes Hong Kong shun death-linked homes while France embraces the riskEven as Hong Kong remains the world’s least affordable housing market, many buyers still shun heavily discounted homes linked to an “unnatural death”, such as murder or suicide, according to property agents. Prices for such properties could fall by as much as 50 per cent, while rents were typically about 20 per cent below market rates, they added. The aversion stands in stark contrast to parts of Europe, particularly in France, where buyers are often willing to purchase homes under a “vente en...South China Morning Post
BusinessOct 31Trump's tariffs could shutter this Canadian town - its residents are fighting to save itA century-old paper mill in Témiscaming, Quebec is indefinitely closed after the US imposed 50% tariffs on its products, putting hundreds out of work.BBC World
BusinessOct 31In 1984, Patrick Swayze bought a 4.5-acre ranch on the outskirts of Los Angeles and converted it into a refuge for Arabian horses with an 11-stall stable, a riding arena, and a dance studio; after his death, it sold for $2.9 million and was later put up for sale againThe actor lived there with his wife Lisa Niemi, also an actress. Later, between 2015 and 2023, the property belonged to the granddaughter of oilman Paul Getty.Clarín
BusinessOct 31East of Eden Hits 1 Billion Minutes Watched on NetflixNetflix's East of Eden, starring Florence Pugh, passed 1 billion minutes watched in the US with 1.162 billion viewing minutes for October 5 to 11, Nielsen data shows.headtopics · united states of america
BusinessOct 31North of Dallas, suburban America's hypergrowth: 'Our city went from 8,000 to 80,000 residents in 10 years'In the northern suburbs of Dallas, Texas, cities have experienced unprecedented growth rates, fueled by the construction of thousands of single-family homes on former farmland and a booming job market. However, this expansion has been challenged by rising mortgage rates and a tightening of immigration policies.Le Monde [en]
BusinessOct 31ACTN: CBN Reforms Laid Strong Foundation for Businesses to Hedge Exposures, Invest with ConfidenceDike Onwuamaeze The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Nigeria (ACTN) has declared that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reforms have laid strong foundation for businesses to hedge their exposuresthisdaylive · nigeria
BusinessOct 31US Considers Easing Sanctions On Russian Investment Fund Amid Fuel Talks(MENAFN) The Trump administration is reviewing a possible removal of sanctions against Russia–s state-backed investment fund as Washington discusses Russian diesel supplies to the United States, ...menafn · jamaica
BusinessOct 31Wall Street has its worst day since June due to tech stock sell-offThe plunge in technology stocks dragged down the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, with Intel and Amazon leading the declines due to weak earnings forecasts. Outside the tech sector, ExxonMobil and Chevron rose after reporting better-than-expected results, showing a mixed market.Clarín
BusinessOct 31First Business outlines ~10% annual loan growth and sees NIM staying above 3.60%–3.65% long-term rangeFirst Business has projected approximately 10% annual loan growth and anticipates its Net Interest Margin will remain above a long-term range of 3.60%–3.65%. This outlines the financial institution's expected performance metrics.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 31The Best AI Headshots for Mortgage Loan Officers Are the Ones Borrowers Recognize on a Video CallThe article discusses the effectiveness of AI-generated headshots for mortgage loan officers, emphasizing their recognizability during video calls. This topic is relevant to business professionals seeking to leverage AI for personal branding and client interaction.gmtoday · united states of america
BusinessOct 31Bordeaux officials hail exclusive 5-year deal for Hong Kong to host VinexpoHaving a presence in Hong Kong and the rest of China is “very important” for Bordeaux, an official from the world-renowned French wine-producing region has said, even as consumption declines on the mainland. The comments by deputy mayor Fabien Robert came as Vinexpo, a premier international wine and spirits trade exhibition that began in Bordeaux, signed a deal for its Asian edition to be hosted solely by Hong Kong from 2027 to 2031. “To be in Hong Kong every year, I think it’s a message ......South China Morning Post
BusinessOct 31LUXEED Global Brand Launch: LLounge and Stormax Make Their Global Debut, Showcasing Design Philosophy and Technology ArchitectureWUHU, China, Oct. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On October 21, LUXEED held its Global Brand Launch at Shenshan Intelligent Valley in Wuhu, where its two flagship models, LLounge and Stormax, made their global debut. Jonathan James Hodder, Senior Designer of LUXEED, and Danny Xia, Vice President of LUXEED International, presented the design philosophy and technology architecture underpinning the two flagships, offering a comprehensive look at the thinking and engineering behind the vehicles. Design: Reshaping Luxury Aesthetics Through "TIANDIRENHE" LUXEED's global design philosophy, "TIANDIRENHE" (Heaven, Earth, and Humanity in Harmony), brings together three elements. Heaven shapes the vehicle's form through the principles of airflow, creating a body that flows naturally and confidently through the air. Earth connects design with the powertrain, making the underlying engineering a foundation for the vehicle's form. Humanity puts people first, with driving pleasure at the heart of the design process. Supported by cutting-edge technology, relation between cabin-body-wheel position, the balance of light and shadow, and aerodynamic efficiency, LUXEED has established four major design aesthetics: Digital Aesthetic, Proportional Aesthetic, Sculptural Aesthetic, and Performance Aesthetic. Guided by the ambition of "100 METERS, ONE GLANCE, RECOGNIZED," the two flagships express distinct design identities. LLounge conveys presence and refinement through its vertical L-shaped headlights, while Stormax projects a dynamic sense of speed through its horizontal dual-L headlights and wind-cut lines. Inside the cabin, the design team has developed four defining dimensions: "CLEAR ARCHITECTURE," "LIVING AURA," "ICONIC TOUCH," and "SCULPTED SUPPORT." Color emphasizes "prismatic" shifts with changing light, while materials are guided by the principle of "touch the texture, sense the essence." Craftsmanship follows the standard of "precise to the detail, refined to perfection." Technology: Reconstructing the Driving Experience Through Intelligent Anticipation LUXEED's intelligent driving technology is built on three pillars: one-stage end-to-end learning, reinforcement learning, and world models. Together, these technologies aim to move beyond simply perceiving the environment toward understanding and anticipating it. Supported by world models and eight layers of hardware redundancy, the intelligent driving assistance system is designed to handle diverse road conditions, including urban streets and highways, while anticipating changes in the driving environment. Inside the cabin, the 8397 intelligent chip, multimodal sensing architecture, and onboard AI model work together to recognize occupants' states and their surroundings, enabling more proactive, responsive interactions. The Vehicle Motion Control (VMC) system coordinates six key vehicle systems: electric drive, thermal management, body control, steering, suspension, and braking. It achieves end-to-end decision latency of less than 1ms, with coordinated control capability more than 10 times that of traditional systems. The chassis combines dual-chamber air suspension, dual-valve Continuous Damping Control (CDC), an all-aluminum double-wishbone front suspension, and a five-link rear suspension to balance ride comfort and vehicle stability. Rear-wheel steering of up to 7 enables the over 5.3-metre-long LLounge to achieve a turning radius of just 5.35 metres, enhancing manoeuvrability despite its size. Technology also enhances comfort, privacy, and safety. Adjustable-tint privacy glass can change to an opaque state in one second, with a shading rate of ≥99.6%. A privacy sound shield and 33-speaker audio system further enhance the cabin experience. Meanwhile, 2,400 MPa steel, wraparound airbags, and the 3-6-0 comprehensive safety system provide an additional foundation for occupant protection. From its "TIANDIRENHE" design philosophy to its technology architecture built around intelligent anticipation, LUXEED brings design and engineering together to express a distinctive vision of luxury in the intelligent era. The global debut of LLounge and Stormax marks an important step in establishing the brand's global product portfolio. Copyright 2026 GlobeNewswire, Inc.riauone · indonesia
BusinessOct 31Fitch maintains France's credit rating at A+ but downgrades its outlook from stable to negativeThe US agency predicted that the debt level for the European Union's second-biggest economy would rise from to 124% of GDP in 2028.Le Monde [en]
BusinessOct 31Drivers in Texas turn to alternative car repairs as costs riseWith gas prices climbing and new cars costing more than $50,000 on average, many drivers are looking to keep their older vehicles on the road longer. But mom-and-pop garages are becoming harder to find, and dealership repairs can be expensive. Mark Strassman reports on an alternative.CBS News
BusinessOct 31Big names who could be released ahead of IPL 2027The Indian Premier League (IPL) mini-auction is set to be held on December 16.newsbytesapp · india
BusinessOct 31OpenAI slashes funding target by $10bn as tech anxieties mountChatGPT maker is now seeking about $20bn at a $1.25tn valuation as it tempers its ambitionsFinancial Times
BusinessOct 30How CFE plans to raise a billion dollars to expand Mexico’s electrical gridThe state-owned company aims to expand its electricity transmission network by nearly 7% during the current administration, compared to growth of less than 1% over the previous eight years. The post How CFE plans to raise a billion dollars to expand Mexico’s electrical grid appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
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