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BUSINESS1d agoHow Canada’s Trump headache is fuelling a China trade boomCanada’s exports to China jumped by 30.1 per cent in the first half of 2026, led by crude oil, copper and other energy and mineral products, as Ottawa stepped up efforts to diversify trade ties amid growing tensions with its largest trading partner, the United States. Exports to China reached C$21.74 billion (US$15.63 billion) over the period, marking the highest first-half value since 1997, according to a trade report released by the Canada China Business Council and the China Institute at the...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS1d agoHuawei’s US trial puts jury to the test amid China, Iran linksThe unique circumstances surrounding Huawei Technologies’ landmark trial in a US court made jury selection especially important to ensuring a fair trial for the Chinese tech giant, according to US litigation experts. Known as voir dire, the process allows the presiding judge and two legal teams to question prospective jurors before the trial begins to identify possible bias and conflicts that could impede their ability to adjudicate the case in a “fair and impartial” way. Richard Gabriel,...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS4d agoGM plans U.S. battery development as Trump's DOT attacks Ford for China tiesMost battery cells currently rely on raw materials from China. GM is seeking to establish domestic supply chains both for EVs and energy storage.CNBC
BUSINESS6d agoSilicon Labs ticks lower on report Texas Instruments deal will go into phase 2 in ChinaSilicon Labs' stock saw a decline following a report that its deal with Texas Instruments will proceed to phase 2 in China. This indicates regulatory scrutiny for the acquisition in a key market.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESS6d agoChina buys 1M tons U.S. soybeans ahead of expected Xi-Trump meeting - reportSeeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESS6d agoUS says China ‘on track’ to fulfil farm purchases ahead of Xi’s Washington visitThe Trump administration on Wednesday said that China is on track to meet its agricultural purchase commitments, with the sector expected to feature prominently in the deliverables for US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping’s talks in Washington later this month. “China is ramping up their purchases,” said Luke Lindberg, the US Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). “We’re seeing that progress happen.” Speaking...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 8China Huawei Technologies faces racketeering trial in New YorkChina's Huawei Technologies is facing a racketeering trial in New York. This legal proceeding involves serious allegations against the global technology company.republicanherald.com · United States
BUSINESSSep 8China Huawei Technologies faces racketeering trial in New YorkChinese technology giant Huawei Technologies is facing a racketeering trial in New York. This signifies significant legal challenges for a major international corporation.dailylocal.com · United States
BUSINESSSep 8The U.S. is trying to reduce its reliance on China for batteries. Here's what it's up againstThe Department of Energy has given grants to small battery tech companies. But the U.S. has a few years to do what took China decades.CNBC
BUSINESSSep 8China Huawei Technologies faces racketeering trial in New YorkChina's Huawei Technologies is facing a racketeering trial in New York. This legal proceeding involves a major technology company and could have significant implications.idahopress.com · United States
BUSINESSSep 8China Huawei Technologies faces racketeering trial in New YorkChina's Huawei Technologies is facing a racketeering trial in New York. This legal proceeding against a prominent international company could have significant implications for its operations and global business relations.dailygazette.com · United States
BUSINESSSep 4U.S. Gulf-to-China VLCC shipping rate reportedly hits record highThe shipping rate for Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCC) from the U.S. Gulf to China has reportedly reached a record high. This development indicates significant movement in global oil trade and shipping costs.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 3Washington Venezuela oil deal threatens China and Russia energy gripA proposed oil deal between Washington and Venezuela could challenge China's and Russia's influence in the energy sector. This development suggests a shift in global energy dynamics and geopolitical leverage.azernews.az · Azerbaijan
BUSINESSSep 3Federal judge rules in favor of Google advertising monopoly – World Tribune : U . S . Politics and Culture , Geostrategy , China , North Korea , Corporate Watch , Media WatchA federal judge has issued a ruling supporting Google's advertising monopoly. This decision has significant implications for market competition and digital advertising practices.worldtribune.com · United States
BUSINESSAug 25China reappears in the focus of the White House's tariff attackIt is revealed that Donald Trump is considering imposing an additional 7.5% tariff on Beijing under the pretext that it is flooding the country with ridiculously priced products. The US president has a summit scheduled with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping possibly in September.Clarín
BUSINESSAug 25China needs U.S. dollars but is building a hedge against Washington’s sanctionsThe U.S. can pressure Chinese banks over Iran through access to its financial system, while Beijing is building alternatives such as CIPS.CNBC
BUSINESSAug 24Explainer : Why the latest round of Canada - U . S . trade talks collapsed ?-- China Economic NetAn article explains the reasons behind the collapse of the latest round of trade talks between Canada and the U.S. This sheds light on significant economic and political relations between the two nations.en.ce.cn · China
BUSINESSAug 21BofA Securities flags contrarian trades across bonds, China, dollar, AI and U.S. midtermsBofA Securities has identified several contrarian trading opportunities across various markets and political events, including bonds, China, the dollar, AI, and U.S. midterms. This signals potential shifts or overlooked trends for investors.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 18Mexico weighs tougher trade rules for China, as US talks grind onMexico is weighing plans to impose further trade restrictions on selected products from China and other countries while raising existing import taxes on others, according to four people familiar with the matter. The so-called anti-dumping measures would deepen Mexico’s alignment with Washington as President Claudia Sheinbaum pursues a multi-year extension of the North American trade pact known as the USMCA, while also supporting her push to grow domestic manufacturing at a time of lacklustre...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 15Apple gets U.S. warning not to buy memory chips from China: WSJSeeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 14India in U.S. crosshairs again — White House report cites countries ‘enabling’ China’s tariff evasionsThe report has identified more than 40 countries associated with “elevated illegal transshipment risk”; the U.S. has named the Pune-Gujarat-Chennai belt as one of the areas enabling ChinaThe Hindu
BUSINESSAug 11Amkor Technology mulls stake sale in $1.5B China unit amid U.S. expansion - reportAmkor Technology is reportedly considering selling a stake in its $1.5 billion China unit while expanding in the U.S. This involves significant corporate strategy and potential international business shifts.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 6Argentina renews US$19 billion China currency swap, brushing off Washington’s pressureArgentina has renewed its currency swap with China for five years, preserving a US$19 billion lifeline that Washington spent more than a year pressing it to give up. The Argentine central bank and the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) signed the extension of the 130 billion yuan line on Wednesday, a day before the existing deal was due to expire. The new term runs to 2031, two years longer than any previous renewal since the two countries first signed it in 2009. The decision ends months of...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 29Mercedes CEO pledges to defend U.S. business from sales ban amid China pressureThe CEO of Mercedes has pledged to protect the company's U.S. business against a potential sales ban, amidst increasing pressure related to China. This reflects strategic concerns about geopolitical influences on global automotive markets.Seeking Alpha Tech