Strategy

Global Business

China GDP Growth Rate Slows to 6.1% in 2019

China's economy is "under pressure from weak consumer spending, rising unemployment and problems in the financial system."

Matthew Heller
January 21, 2020
Strategy

Gap Cancels Plan to Spin Off Old Navy

“The work we’ve done to prepare for the spin shone a bright light on operational inefficiencies and areas for improvement.”
Strategy

Microsoft Unveils Plan to Go ‘Carbon Negative’

"When it comes to carbon, neutrality is not enough," Microsoft says in announcing it will remove more carbon from the atmosphere than it emits by 2030.
Global Business

Taiwanese Chipmaker Facing Pressure to Produce Chips in U.S.

“The U.S. government wants chips that go into military projects to be built on American soil.”
Credit

Global Debt-to-GDP Hits Record 322% in Q3

The Institute of International Finance sees debt growth accelerating this year due to low interest rates and "loose financial conditions."
The Economy

U.S. Job Growth Slows Unexpectedly to 145,000

“We had relatively strong and steady job growth over the year despite a number of headwinds," an economist says.
People

Was GE’s New CFO a Risky Choice?

Carolina Dybeck Happe's background makes her an unusual choice to run finance at the struggling conglomerate, a research report suggests.
Strategy

Why Some of Today’s Corporate Powerhouses May Not Survive

Will giants like General Motors and Walmart make the same mistake Nokia made? Or will they emulate Tesla and Amazon?
The Economy

World Bank Cuts 2020 Growth Forecast to 2.5%

“While growth could be stronger if reduced trade tensions lead to a sustained reduction in uncertainty, the balance of risks is to the downside."
Mobile

GrubHub May Be Considering a Sale

The online delivery company is reportedly working with an adviser to explore strategic options.
M&A

Acquirers Again Underperformed the Broader Market in 2019

Dealmakers' share-price performance trailed the MSCI World Index by five points, and deal volume sank as tensions left companies in wait-and-see mode.
Strategy

Impossible Foods Pulls Plug on McDonald’s Deal

The plant-based meat maker cites production constraints, possibly opening the door for rival Beyond Meat to supply the Golden Arches.
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