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con Tuesday morning, snarling commerce on the US East Coast, has a checkered history, including at least one earlier collision and propulsion worries. “It’s still not clear what caused the Dali to smash into the Francis Scott Key Bridge, but video footage showed nearly all of its lights going off shortly before impact. The incident is proving disruptive for shipping at one of the busiest ports on the US East Coast and also for road transport, as it severed a key link on the major highway encircling Baltimore.” “The Dali hit a stone wall berth at the Port of Antwerp…

China has emerged victorious in a nearly three-year-long dispute with Australia at the World Trade Organization (WTO) over tariffs imposed on steel products, marking a significant development amidst strained bilateral relations. The dispute, which originated during a period of heightened tensions between the two nations, saw Australia’s acceptance of the WTO’s ruling on Wednesday. Initiated in June 2021, Beijing’s complaint to the WTO pertained to Australia’s imposition of additional duties on specific imports from China, including railway wheels, wind towers, and stainless steel sinks. Trade in these products amounted to 62 million Australian dollars ($40.4 million) in 2022. Following deliberations…

Federal prosecutors in Manhattan have filed charges against KuCoin, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges globally, for breaching U.S. anti-money laundering regulations. The exchange is accused of neglecting to properly screen customers, resulting in the transfer of billions of dollars in illicit funds since its inception in 2017. According to prosecutors, KuCoin, headquartered in Seychelles, actively pursued business from U.S. clients without registering with the Treasury Department and implementing the necessary identity verification procedures mandated by U.S. law. KuCoin responded on the social media platform X, asserting that customer assets are secure, and its legal team is investigating the allegations.…

Visa and Mastercard have reached a significant settlement with U.S. merchants regarding swipe fees, marking a potential windfall for consumers. Swipe fees, paid to credit card companies like Visa and Mastercard, have long been a point of contention for merchants who pass these costs onto consumers. The settlement, disclosed on Tuesday, includes a provision to cap credit interchange fees until 2030, with negotiations on fees mandated between the companies and merchant buying groups. This resolution emerges from a lawsuit initiated in 2005, alleging that merchants were burdened with excessive fees to accept Visa and Mastercard credit cards, violating antitrust laws.…

Amid a tumultuous market landscape, Alibaba has decided to call off the initial public offering (IPO) of its logistics arm, Cainiao Smart Logistics Network Ltd., marking the second significant IPO cancellation by the Chinese e-commerce giant in recent times. Instead, Alibaba intends to acquire all remaining shares held by investors and employees for $3.75 billion, signaling a shift in strategy driven by unfavorable market conditions in Hong Kong. Alibaba’s decision comes as no surprise to industry insiders, given the recent downturn in Hong Kong’s stock market. Despite the potential for a revival if market conditions improve, Alibaba appears to have…

Israeli defense electronics powerhouse, Elbit Systems, is riding high on the aftermath of the Israel-Hamas conflict, with expectations of continued sales growth this year. Following a surge in fourth-quarter revenue driven by heightened ammunition sales to Israel during the conflict, the company remains optimistic about its future prospects. Despite a slight dip of 8% in quarterly earnings compared to the previous year, attributed to one-off charges from a discontinued project, revenue climbed from $1.5 billion to $1.6 billion. Joseph Gaspar, the company’s finance chief, highlighted Elbit’s shift in priorities during the conflict, ramping up supplies to the Israeli military while…

Australia has announced a revision to its proposed vehicle emission regulations, specifically easing carbon emission standards for select popular pick-up trucks. The decision follows concerns raised by the country’s automotive lobby regarding potential price increases and limited choices for consumers. In a bid to promote electric vehicle adoption and reduce emissions, Australia had initially introduced vehicle efficiency standards, aiming to penalize manufacturers importing emission-intensive models while incentivizing cleaner alternatives. However, this move prompted a division within the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), leading electric vehicle manufacturers Tesla and Polestar to withdraw from the group in protest against its resistance…

China’s President Xi Jinping is slated to convene with American corporate leaders in Beijing this Wednesday, disclosed by three informed sources, building on his dinner engagement with U.S. investors in San Francisco last November. As per one of the sources, the meeting was initiated by Evan Greenberg, CEO of U.S. insurer Chubb. Among the notable attendees are Stephen Orlins, president of the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations, and Craig Allen, president of the U.S.-China Business Council. This development was initially disclosed by the Wall Street Journal last week. Contrary to speculation, the meeting is not integrated into the China Development…

BA Shares of Boeing (BA) are witnessing an uptick at the commencement of Monday’s trading session following the disclosure of a significant change in leadership. CEO Dave Calhoun is set to step down from his role by the conclusion of the year, while board chair Larry Kellner has declared his decision not to pursue reelection at the forthcoming annual shareholder meeting. This restructuring in leadership emerges amidst a series of safety apprehensions that have exerted substantial pressure on the company’s functioning.

In light of recent discussions surrounding a potential private equity acquisition of Nuvei Corp., Dax Dasilva, the head of Lightspeed Commerce Inc. based in Canada, has expressed openness to considering a similar move for his own company. Reflecting on Nuvei’s contemplation of the benefits of being a private entity, Dasilva disclosed, “People have made the same comment to me about Lightspeed.” While he maintains confidence in Lightspeed’s position in the stock market, Dasilva acknowledges the ongoing dialogue about the potential advantages of going private, stating, “We are always open to these discussions.” Following these remarks, Lightspeed’s shares surged by 5%…