More companies setting 'net-zero' climate targets, but few have credible plans, report says
A growing number of companies are pledging to cut their greenhouse gas emissions to “net zero” to curb climate change, but a report says the goal is rarely supported by a credible plan
2023-06-12 06:48
Esoteric Fines Pile Up as China’s Provinces Hunt for Revenue
China’s indebted local governments are using a controversial way to generate revenue as they struggle to pay bills:
2023-06-12 05:23
Why ‘Workations’ Are No Substitute for a Proper Holiday
The summer holiday season is upon us and airlines are clapping their hands with glee: The US Transportation
2023-06-12 00:51
SEC lawsuits against cryptocurrency companies raise questions about industry's future
Two recent lawsuits filed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission against the world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchanges have reopened tensions between the government and a volatile industry that has been marred by scandals and market meltdowns
2023-06-11 23:22
Shell Reviews Its Chemical Business as Performance Lags: WSJ
Shell is performing a review of its chemicals business that it hasn’t detailed publicly, The Wall Street Journal
2023-06-11 21:18
‘Decade of Emerging Markets’ May Be About to Regain Traction
Emerging-market bulls are still upbeat on the asset class, even after China’s highly-touted reopening rally fizzled and proved
2023-06-11 20:21
Oil Traders Are Daring to Defy Market Kingpin Saudi Arabia
Oil traders are starting to ignore the most important person in the market. It could prove a risky
2023-06-11 20:16
Tunisia's president urges aid to stem migration as European leaders visit
Tunisia's president is hosting the leaders of Italy, the Netherlands and the European Union for talks aimed at smoothing the way for an international bailout
2023-06-11 18:50
Rishi Sunak Faces New Electoral Headache After Johnson Resigns
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces a new electoral headache after Boris Johnson’s surprise resignation from Parliament triggered at
2023-06-11 15:52
European leaders hope to restore stability in Tunisia, a major source of migration
Tunisia is hosting the leaders of Italy, the Netherlands and the European Union for talks aimed at smoothing the way for an international bailout
2023-06-11 15:17
CBI Sponsors Abandon Beleaguered Lobby Group’s Annual Conference
The Confederation of British Industry has been abandoned by major sponsors of its annual conference, posing another challenge
2023-06-11 12:22
Youth environmentalists bring Montana climate case to trial after 12 years, seeking to set precedent
A first-of-its kind trial in Montana will decide if the constitutional right to a healthy, livable climate is protected by state law
2023-06-11 12:18