Aarav Shen
Aarav Shen is an esteemed journalist with over 15 years of experience reporting on business, finance, and economics. With a rich background that spans from Southeast Asia to the heart of Wall Street, Aarav offers a piercing global perspective on market dynamics and economic policy. His work, recognized for its depth and clarity, has shaped international dialogue, making him a trusted voice in a complex industry. Currently based in Hong Kong, he distills intricate financial trends into compelling narratives for a worldwide audience.
Hong Kong Insurers Launch Plans for Medical Services in Greater Bay Area
This week, three major Hong Kong insurance firms unveiled new policies designed to help residents access medical services across the Greater Bay Area. These...
Sany Heavy Industry Plans $1.5 Billion IPO to Fuel Global Expansion
Sany Heavy Industry, one of China’s largest manufacturers of heavy equipment, plans to raise up to $1.5 billion through a proposed initial public offering...
U.S. Federal HR Agency Cancels Controversial Workday Contract
On Friday, the U.S. federal human resources agency, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), canceled a contract awarded to Workday for a new cloud-based...
China Imports Wheat and Barley as Heat Threatens Domestic Crop
China, the world’s largest wheat producer, has recently purchased between 400,000 and 500,000 metric tons of wheat from Australia and Canada due to heatwaves...
FAA to Discuss Temporary Flight Reductions at Newark Airport to Address Disruptions
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced plans to meet with major airlines on Wednesday to discuss the possibility of implementing temporary cuts in flights...
Trump Announces Continued 10% Tariff on Imports Despite Trade Deals
U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed on Friday that the United States will maintain a baseline tariff of 10% on imports, even after new trade...
China’s Car Sales Surge in April Amid Trade and Subsidy Impact
China's car sales saw a notable increase in April, with a 14.8% rise compared to the previous year, marking the third consecutive month of...
Federal Reserve Takes Cautious Approach Amid Tariff and Policy Uncertainty
Cleveland Federal Reserve President Beth Hammack stated that the Fed needs more time to evaluate how the U.S. economy reacts to the trade policies...
Japanese Prime Minister Pushes for Zero Tariffs in U.S. Trade Talks
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba reaffirmed his goal of eliminating all tariffs in trade negotiations with the United States. In an interview on a...
CSX Reaches Tentative Agreement with Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen
CSX has reached a tentative agreement with the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) for a new five-year contract. The agreement, which still...
Google Agrees to $1.375 Billion Settlement Over Privacy Violations in Texas
Google has reached a settlement agreement with the state of Texas, agreeing to pay $1.375 billion to resolve two lawsuits alleging the company violated...
China’s Economic Struggles Highlight Need for Stimulus Amid Deflation and Trade War
China's economy continues to struggle as factory-gate prices fell sharply in April, marking the steepest drop in six months. This, combined with a third...
Weight-Loss Drugs Disrupt Wellness Industry as Companies Adapt
Health and wellness companies are quickly adapting to the rise of weight-loss drugs, particularly those from Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, as traditional weight...
U.S.-China Trade Talks Spark Investor Optimism, but Major Breakthroughs Unlikely
As U.S.-China trade talks continue in Switzerland, investors are hopeful that the discussions could help alleviate tensions between the two largest economies and reduce...
