Economy
China sees one of its worst years of growth since 1990 as recovery stalls
China's economy last year grew at one of its slowest rates in more than three decades, official figures showed Wednesday, as it was battered by a crippling property crisis, sluggish consumption and global turmoil.
US judge blocks JetBlue-Spirit airline merger
A US federal judge on Tuesday ruled against JetBlue's $3.8 billion takeover of low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines, saying that the deal would reduce competition. "The elimination of Spirit would harm cost-conscious travelers who rely on Spirit's low fares," the judge added.
Apply! France invites workers from Nigerians, others for 38 vacant jobs
France is facing a labour shortage and requires workers in fields such as healthcare, IT, engineering, agriculture and manufacturing, real estate and others
US Fed 'within striking distance' of inflation target: official
The US Federal Reserve is "within striking distance" of reaching its long-term inflation target and could begin cutting interest rates this year, a senior official said Tuesday. "As long as inflation doesn't rebound and stay elevated, I believe the FOMC will be able to lower the target range for the federal funds rate this year," he continued.
South Africa wants Nigerian workers ready to relocate, announces 8 professions for easy visa
South African government has released a list of professionals that immigrants from Nigeria and other countries looking to relocate can use to get work visas easily.
Ryanair boss says reassured by Boeing on 737 MAX safety
Ryanair on Tuesday welcomed improved quality controls at US aircraft manufacturer Boeing and announced its own enhanced checks, after a major safety issue. "We have seen a marked improvement in the quality of the aircraft deliveries."
Shell sells onshore Nigeria unit, exits Niger Delta
British energy major Shell on Tuesday announced the sale of its Nigeria onshore division SPDC for up to $2.4 billion, having already flagged its exit from the troubled Niger Delta.
Nespresso 'capsule war' grinds on with Swiss lawsuit
A French television star and a group of investors are demanding 280 million Swiss francs ($330 million) from Nespresso after the failure of a company that tried to offer a more sustainable alternative to the aluminium capsules sold by the coffee-pod maker.
Missile hits cargo ship off Yemen: maritime risk company
A missile hit a Greek-owned cargo ship off Yemen, a maritime risk management company said on Tuesday, following a string of attacks in the Red Sea by the Huthi rebels. On Sunday, US forces shot down a Huthi cruise missile targeting an American destroyer, and on Monday a US-owned cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman was hit by another rebel missile.
Economy
Load more