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.
The Trump administration raises tariffs on South Korean goods to 25%, citing Seoul's 'disproportionate' regulatory campaign against U.S. e-commerce leader Coupang. The move threatens to strain a key Asian alliance built on decades of security and economic cooperation.
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.
The United Auto Workers union announced a tentative agreement with Volkswagen at its Chattanooga, Tennessee assembly plant late Wednesday, marking a significant step in the union's campaign to organize auto factories in the traditionally union-resistant Southern United States.
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.
As Brazil's harvest progresses, the U.S. soybean market faces a pivotal month with weak exports, bearish indicators, and the looming threat of a larger domestic crop adding pressure to prices.
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.
Union Pacific is preparing a revised application for its proposed $85 billion merger with Norfolk Southern after regulators rejected the initial filing over competition and information concerns. The deal, which would create the first coast-to-coast freight railroad in the U.S., faces intense scrutiny over its potential impact on shipping costs, labor, and market competition.
Huntington Bancshares has finalized its merger with Cadence Bank, a move that significantly extends its regional footprint into Texas and the Southern U.S. and reshapes its competitive standing.
The United States and Argentina are in final-stage negotiations on an agreement that would see the U.S. deport migrants from third countries to the South American nation, according to a New York Times report. The potential deal aligns with the Trump administration's push to expand removal destinations and marks a sharp shift in Argentina's historically open immigration policy under President Javier Milei.
Cavco Industries reports robust fiscal Q2 2026 earnings, with revenue up 9.7% year-over-year, driven by double-digit shipment growth in Northern U.S. markets. The company successfully managed a slowdown in the Southeast through operational adjustments and highlighted a significant turnaround in its financial services segment.
The South Korean automaker reported a sharp $1.9 billion decline in net profit for 2025, attributing the drop largely to U.S. import tariffs, even as it achieved a historic milestone of selling over 3 million vehicles worldwide.
The major wholesaler has been tapped as the primary supplier for Florida's prominent Hispanic grocery chain, Sedano's, marking the latest move in its aggressive expansion across the Southeastern U.S. retail landscape.
A U.S. Navy destroyer has docked at Israel's southern port of Eilat, a move reported by Israeli media as U.S.-Iranian tensions simmer. While officials describe the deployment as routine, it coincides with a significant American military buildup in the region.
Amid rising regional tensions, U.S. defense technology firms are making a concerted push into Asian markets at the Singapore Airshow, offering drones and AI systems tested in Ukraine to allies wary of China's military expansion.
Investment firm Nan Fung Trinity (HK) Ltd. has established a significant new position in KT Corp, acquiring nearly 1.5 million shares in a move that signals strong confidence in the South Korean telecom leader's prospects.
Shares of Almonty Industries surged to an all-time peak following updates to the U.S. 'Project Vault' initiative, which aims to secure domestic supply chains for over 50 critical minerals, boosting rare earth and mining stocks.
The U.S. Department of Justice has imposed significant divestiture requirements on the proposed $126 million merger between packaged ice giants Reddy Ice and Arctic Glacier, aiming to preserve competition in key regional markets.
A significant shift is underway in the U.S. housing landscape. As inventory grows and demand moderates, homebuyers in key metropolitan areas are finding renewed negotiating power and more choices, according to a new analysis.
Penske Automotive Group (NYSE: PAG) is expanding its U.S. retail network through the acquisition of two high-volume Lexus dealerships in Florida, a move expected to add $450 million in annual revenue and reinforcing its position as a favored pick among institutional investors.
