Pakistan’s election chaos casts shadow on next IMF deal
Ex-PM Imran Khan has asked the IMF to factor in alleged rigging in recent elections. But that’s dangerous for Pakistan, economists say.
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Germany’s housebuilding sector is in a 'confidence crisis' as the economy struggles
Germany's housebuilding sector has gone from bad to worse in recent months.
StanChart lowers income target as China weighs, launches $1 billion buyback
Standard Chartered on Friday rewarded shareholders with dividends and a fresh $1 billion buyback as profit rose 18%, but set out modest growth forecasts that will concern investors amid worries about global banks' exposure to China.
PM Anwar says Malaysia’s economy, investments booming despite ‘concerning’ ringgit free fall
The currency continues to hover close to its lowest-ever level on elevated pressure from expectations of a US Fed rate change and sustained weakness in China’s economy.
Australian police officer charged with murder of TV host Jesse Baird, his boyfriend
Australian police on Friday charged one of their own officers with the double murder of a TV presenter and his flight attendant boyfriend, whose bodies have yet to be found.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stands to net millions as Reddit goes public
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will be in a position to make millions after Reddit goes public, thanks to a series of bets on the online discussion board company that go back to 2014. Altman holds 9.2% of voting power ahead of Reddit's initial public offering, according to information in the company's prospectus.
StanChart announces $1 billion share buyback, dividend hike as 2023 profit rises 18%
Standard Chartered on Friday reported 2023 pre-tax profit rose 18%, in line with forecasts, and rewarded shareholders with a $1 billion share buyback and a jump in dividend.
A 'family vacation' for two: Why more parents are taking trips with one child at a time
Sonja Prokopec took her son on their first "solo" trip together when he was six years old.