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Energy firms are ‘Trump-proofing’

Developing power infrastructure in the Philippines may become costlier amid the trade war triggered by…

Washington’s steel, aluminum duties take effect

WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump’s increased tariffs on steel and aluminum imports took effect…

Australia rules out reciprocal move on America after Trump proceeds with steel taxes

SYDNEY — Australia will not impose reciprocal tariffs on the United States, Prime Minister Anthony…

Tariff chaos could push Mexico into technical recession

MEXICO CITY — Mexico’s economy appears on track to contract in the first quarter, entering…

Businesses sound alarm as Trump toll turmoil hits the economy

LONDON/NEW YORK/WASHINGTON — With each day, evidence is mounting across the corporate world that the…

China’s premier and the American president: Two leaders, two speeches, two differing world visions

BEIJING (AP) — Their words came just an hour apart this week — two major…

Dollar droops on Trump trade war; Hang Seng gains as NPC begins

TOKYO — The US dollar hovered near a three-month low versus major peers on Wednesday…

Seoul’s industry minister seeks exemption from Trump’s tolls

SEOUL—South Korea’s industry minister requested a tariff exemption in talks with the US administration, Seoul’s…

Trump threats vs EU pulls down PSEi

US President Donald Trump’s latest tirade against the European Union triggered anxiety among investors, causing…

Bitcoin drops below $90,000 as global jitters combine with Bybit hack

LONDON — Bitcoin dropped below $90,000 to its lowest since Nov. 18 on Tuesday, as…