Economy

China's Factory Activity Beats Forecasts in May, Private Survey Shows, Despite Softer Official Data

China's manufacturing activity expanded faster than expected in May, according to a private survey released Monday, although growth slowed from April.

Oil jumps 2% as Israel expands Lebanon offensive, rattling ceasefire hopes

Oil prices surged on Monday after Israel instructed troops to push deeper into Lebanon amid renewed clashes with the Iran-backed Hezbollah group.

Berkshire Hathaway makes $6.8 billion housing bet with Taylor Morrison deal

The acquisition marks one of the first major strategic deals under Warren Buffett's successor Greg Abel, who took over as CEO in the beginning of 2026.

South Korea stocks hit fresh high amid mixed regional trade despite Trump's Iran deal caution

Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed on Monday as investors monitored lingering uncertainty around U.S.-Iran negotiations.

The daughter of Thailand's beer billionaire says she never doubted women belonged at the top

Thapanee Techajareonvikul reflects on family, succession and leadership inside the billionaire empire behind Chang beer, Big C and Singapore beverage giant Fraser & Neave.

Japanese bond yields are the highest in 40 years. The budget and a 'red flag' from PM Takaichi have markets nervous

Japanese bond yields have reached the highest levels in 40 years. The budget and a 'red flag' from Prime Minister Takaichi have made markets nervous.

My guide to the IPOs of SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic

These three expected deals will define 2026 and maybe even 2027. Here's my advice on how to play them.

Here are the 4 big things we're watching in the stock market in the week ahead

Earnings from CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks and Broadcom. Plus, jobs data, Computex and progress on spin-offs.

Many of Us Aren’t Saving Enough for Retirement. But There Are Ways to Fix This

Those lucky enough to have disposable income can forgo immediate gain to attain a comfortable retirement

Student loan borrowing is 'high stakes' as new rules take effect on July 1, CFP says. What to know

Experts say that student loan borrowers should proceed with caution when taking on more debt or consolidating after July 1, due to upcoming changes.

In deeply red Oklahoma, minimum wage’s biggest 2026 election cycle fight is about to be decided

Oklahomans will soon vote on a measure to double the minimum wage, an election issue that may reflect the economic mood and inflation outlook across parties.

‘It’s never enough’: young Americans struggle to build financial independence as cost of living spikes

A difficult job market and rising costs are making it harder for young adults to enter adulthood