Trade Minister Parks Tau is set to sign a key economic pact in Beijing this week, aiming to secure duty-free access for South African exports to the Chinese market amid strained relations with Washington.
Despite facing increased US duties, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam have expanded their trade surplus with the United States over the past year, even as their deficits with China grow, highlighting shifting global trade dynamics under renewed protectionist pressures.
South Korea's parliament has agreed to pass a bill establishing a fund for U.S. investments by March 9, a move seen as crucial to defusing trade tensions and honoring a bilateral deal that promises $350 billion in investments.
Soybean futures rebounded strongly in Tuesday morning trading, buoyed by a sharp rally in bean oil and renewed optimism surrounding U.S.-India trade relations. The gains follow a weaker session on Monday, with market participants digesting mixed export data and updated South American crop estimates.
South Korea's leading neobank, KBank, has filed a suite of trademark applications for stablecoin wallet services, signaling a major push into digital assets as it accelerates its third attempt at a public listing, now eyeing a KOSPI debut in early 2026.
Amid renewed threats of steep US tariffs, South Korean officials are scrambling to salvage a key trade deal, with high-level talks in Washington failing to yield an immediate breakthrough.
Nathan Golik, a former NexCore Group executive, joins Ryan Cos. as President of its South Central region, bringing over $2 billion in development experience to steer the contractor's growing portfolio in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas.
South Korea's Financial Security Service has initiated a probe into a dramatic, short-lived price surge of the ZKsync token on the Upbit exchange, warning that coordinated 'buy walls' could lead to severe penalties under the country's strict crypto laws.
The latest American Customer Satisfaction Index report for 2026 crowns Trader Joe's as the nation's highest-rated grocer, ending a tie with Publix. The win highlights shifting consumer preferences and regional divides in the competitive supermarket landscape.
Trader Joe's has claimed the top spot in the latest American Customer Satisfaction Index, scoring 86 out of 100. Its strategy of limited selection, private-label goods, and consistent low prices—eschewing sales and loyalty programs—resonates with budget-conscious shoppers nationwide.
President Trump's short-term extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act offers temporary relief but underscores deepening uncertainties in U.S.-Africa relations, with South Africa's status on particularly shaky ground.
South Bow's shares have surged 19% over the past year, catching the eye of energy sector investors. Yet, a closer look reveals a valuation puzzle: while a key cash flow model suggests a steep discount, traditional price-to-earnings metrics tell a more cautious story. We break down the numbers and the narratives shaping this Canadian energy stock.
U.S. corn prices edged lower in Wednesday's pre-market session, giving back a portion of the previous day's gains. Traders are weighing fresh Treasury guidance on biofuel tax credits against expectations for softer ethanol output and ongoing global demand.
A Seoul court has sentenced a cryptocurrency asset management CEO to three years in prison for orchestrating a $4.8 million wash trading scheme. The ruling comes as South Korean financial authorities deploy advanced AI surveillance tools to combat market abuse ahead of new corporate regulations.
President Trump has signed a short-term extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a cornerstone trade preference program for sub-Saharan Africa. While averting immediate expiration, the move offers only temporary relief and signals potential modifications aligned with the 'America First' policy, raising concerns among African nations dependent on U.S. market access.
The latest American Customer Satisfaction Index reveals a shift in Florida's grocery landscape, with Trader Joe's edging out longtime regional favorite Publix for the highest customer satisfaction score.
As Central Florida's skyline rapidly transforms, a union leader highlights the soaring demand and wages for skilled tradespeople, positioning it as a resilient alternative to debt-laden college degrees and AI-threatened white-collar jobs.
Agricultural giant Archer-Daniels-Midland reported a 13.7% year-over-year revenue decline in Q4 2025, missing market expectations, as weak global trade and soft consumer demand weighed on results. While cost controls boosted profits above forecasts, management signaled that clearer U.S. biofuel regulations and a recovery in exports are critical to its 2026 outlook.
As a new round of negotiations kicks off in Washington, Vietnam's trade minister has signaled the country's readiness to significantly increase imports of American machinery and high-tech goods, aiming to balance a lopsided trade relationship.
The United States has sharply criticized South Africa's decision to expel Israel's top envoy, framing the move as counterproductive. The diplomatic rift follows Pretoria's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice and marks a further deterioration in bilateral ties.
