Mexico's Pemex to slash down jobs in 2016
Mexico state-run oil major Petroleos Mexicanos (Pemex) may reduce jobs in 2016 as part of its restructuring plan. The company is keen on making partnerships along the production chain. Pemex may tap private capital for funding the business strengthening operations.
Dec 26, 2015 8:19 PM EST
JPMorgan alerts Japan Inc to brace up for ¥100/USD
The latest forecast form JPMorgan Chase & Co has alerted the Japanese industry to be ready for the rising Yen to ¥100/USD in 2016 from the current 121. However, it also said that the surge in currency value may not harm drastically. Contrary to this, another survey carried out by Nikkei Research for Reuters indicated yen would fall to 130 per dollar.
Starbucks upbeat on record gift card sales on Christmas Eve
American coffee chain Starbucks is bullish on gift card sales this Christmas Eve. It sold 2.5 million gift cards last year. Starbucks has associated with Swarovski for selling $200 gift cards including $50 worth coffee that have been encrusted with crystals.
The new Airbus A350 XWB jet is designed to beat jetlag
Airbus has created a new aircraft that is designed to eliminate jetlag. The plane, A350 XWB, arrived in the U.S. last week.
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Palantir Technologies Reached $2 Billion in Valuation
Palantir Technologies Inc., the data analysis company has raised another $200 million funding, adding up to its $2 billion of company's valuation.
Dec 25, 2015 7:47 PM EST
US holiday travelers save big on cheaper gasoline - oil price watchdog
The average US gasoline price per gallon is hovering below $2. The US holiday travelers are expected to save $1.6 billion on gasoline this year. The US gasoline price eased to lowest since 2008.
Dec 23, 2015 10:11 AM EST
ConocoPhillips exits Russia
After 23 years of doing business in Russia, ConocoPhillips has withdrawn from the country. It has confirmed the sale of 50 percent stake in Polar Lights, a joint venture with Russian government-owned Rosneft. Western sanctions on Russia are also impacting the oil and gas industry amid lower oil prices.
Dec 23, 2015 9:54 AM EST
McLaren 675 Spyder sold out within 2 weeks
The all new 500 units of McLaren 675 Spyder have now been sold, just two weeks after the car was first revealed. The $350,000 car is expected to be delivered to its buyer by the beginning of summer 2016.
Dec 23, 2015 9:52 AM EST
Woolworths targets Chinese shoppers with new online store on Tmall Global site
Supermarket giant Woolworths is aiming to tap growing Chinese consumer demand for Australian products by setting up shop on Alibaba's Tmall Global. The embattled retailer took the move to defend its business after it found other retailers and individuals were selling its products through the Chinese site.
Dec 23, 2015 9:49 AM EST
Consumer spending pumps up US economy to 2% in Q3
Led by consumer spending, the US economy grew two percent in third quarter as against 3.9 percent in the second quarter. Government outlay and business investment supported the US economy during the quarter while household buying kept up the demand during the third quarter.
Dec 23, 2015 9:33 AM EST
Lower oil price forces Shell to abort Arctic oil project
Anglo-Dutch oil major Shell has finally abandoned its drilling operations in Alaska Arctic region citing reason of oil price drop. Shell has been facing several regulatory and climatic challenges in addition to protests from environmentalists. The oil price has been hovering at $40 a barrel throughout 2015.
Dec 23, 2015 9:29 AM EST
Kazakhstan ups gold buying spree with Russia
Kazakhstan, Russia and Turkey have been expanding their gold reserves. Kazakhstan continued to buy gold for 38 months in a row. Bullion analysts said that as part of their long-term strategic need, emerging economies are buying gold.
Dec 22, 2015 9:49 PM EST
Kinder Morgan, Andersons set sights on ethanol projects
Anderson Inc and Kinder Morgan Inc have drawn up separate plans for ethanol projects. The demand for ethanol is rising as gasoline consumption is increasing on cheaper prices. It's expected that ethanol blend may surpass the 10 percent blend wall limit in 2016.
Dec 22, 2015 9:43 PM EST
Top iron ore shipper forecasts 19% drop in 2016
Australia's Department of Industry & Science has lowered price forecast on iron ore for 2016 to $41.30 a metric ton from $51.20. Iron ore is the largest export earner for Australia, The export revenues fell 43 percent in 2015. The oversupply and slump in Chinese commodities market are keeping more pressure on iron ore prices.
Dec 22, 2015 9:37 PM EST
Cyberbullying Insurance is now available - to those who can afford it
Global insurance giant Chubb (CB) launched a new cyberbullying insurance that will cover as much as $74,600 for wealthy clients across the U.K. and the Republic of Ireland.
Dec 22, 2015 9:34 PM EST
Ericsson gets patent income from Apple’s iPhone sales profit
Ericsson has signed patent agreement with Apple over the wireless technology used in iPhones and iPads. The deal meant Apple would make one time payment and ongoing patent royalties payment to Ericsson.
Dec 22, 2015 9:28 PM EST