Chinese AI stocks to extend DeepSeek-driven run as Beijing counts on growth boost

Chinese AI stocks to extend DeepSeek-driven run as Beijing counts on growth boost

Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) stocks are expected to defy a slowdown across industries, as the mainland relies on the technology to boost business efficiency and revive economic growth, according to investors and analysts. Companies including Meituan and Xiaomi were set to benefit from a wave of AI integration that would transform business models, according to…

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Trump praises ‘good English’ of Liberian president, prompting criticism across Africa

Trump praises ‘good English’ of Liberian president, prompting criticism across Africa

CNN  —  US President Donald Trump praised Liberian President Joseph Boakai for his strong grasp of the English language on Wednesday. But the African leader was educated in Liberia, where English is the official language. As he hosted five African leaders at the White House, Trump asked Boakai: “Such good English, it’s beautiful. Where did…

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Don't get overly tangled up! Is paying attention to the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts "a fruitless effort"?

Don’t get overly tangled up! Is paying attention to the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cuts “a fruitless effort”?

When the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, the stock market does not respond in a consistent pattern. U.S. stock investors may be able to stop obsessing over when the Federal Reserve will cut rates and by how much. This is because the stock market does not respond consistently to Federal Reserve rate cuts: sometimes the…

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