Ukraine says Malaysian mercenaries working with Russian forces in Donetsk
Malaysians have been spotted as mercenaries operating in the Russian-occupied Donetsk region, the Ukraine National Resistance Centre said.
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Nokia jumps 7% as it announces $653 million share buyback program, warns of challenging 2024
Nokia on Thursday said that it will begin a two-year 600 million euro ($653 million) share buyback this quarter, after reporting that its profit plunged in 2023.
Messi's new Inter Miami soccer jersey replaces crypto firm logo with cruise operator icon
Argentinian superstar Lionel Messi and his teammates at Major League Soccer's Inter Miami will wear the icon of Royal Caribbean International on their jerseys for the upcoming campaign, replacing crypto investment firm XBTO as the club's main sponsor.
Hyundai Q4 operating profit weighed down by slow EV growth
SEOUL -- Hyundai Motor eked out a gain in operating profit in the fourth quarter of 2023 from the same period the year before as electric vehicle (EV) sales slowed and unfavorable foreign exchange rates weighed on results.
A US Congressional delegation affirms bipartisan support for Taiwan in first visit since election
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — A bipartisan delegation from the United States Congress reaffirmed support for Taiwan during a visit Thursday, following the election of its new president. The delegation’s visit is the first from U.S. lawmakers to the island since the independence-leaning Democratic Progressive Party won a third-straight term in the Jan. 13 presidential election.
Hyundai Motor's fourth-quarter net profit rises 31%, misses forecasts
South Korea's Hyundai Motor Co on Thursday reported a 31% rise in fourth-quarter profit that missed analyst expectations due to unfavorable exchange rates as well as one-off costs related to the sale of its Russia plant in December.
China property stocks jump as Beijing takes steps to boost liquidity in the beleaguered sector
China's property stocks jumped after the country's central bank announced measures that would help boost the liquidity available to property developers.
China is 'risky' for supply chains and India a favored destination for U.S. firms, survey shows
U.S. firms are increasingly viewing China as a risky bet for their supply chains — neighbor India is set to benefit as companies look elsewhere to set shop.