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.
Waymo Expands Autonomous Vehicle Production with New Arizona Plant
Waymo, the self-driving unit of Alphabet, has announced plans to expand its autonomous vehicle capabilities by building Jaguar I-PACE and Zeekr vehicles equipped with...
Westpac CEO Optimistic About Australia’s Economic Recovery Amid Reduced Mortgage Stress
The CEO of Westpac, Australia's second-largest home lender, Anthony Miller, shared an optimistic outlook on the country's economic recovery, citing reduced mortgage stress and...
Taiwan Foreign Minister to Visit Texas to Boost Trade and AI Ties
Taiwan's foreign minister, Lin Chia-lung, is set to visit the U.S. state of Texas to attend a forum on artificial intelligence (AI) and to...
Hong Kong Freight Industry Hit Hard by U.S.-China Trade War
Hong Kong’s freight forwarding industry is facing significant challenges as the U.S.-China trade war continues to take a toll on global trade. Reports indicate...
OpenAI Set to Acquire Coding Tool Windsurf for $3 Billion
OpenAI has reportedly agreed to acquire the artificial intelligence-assisted coding tool Windsurf for approximately $3 billion, according to sources familiar with the deal. Although...
Market Sentiment Grows Cautious Amid U.S. Dollar Weakness and Trade Uncertainty
Investors have been easing off from their heavy selling of the U.S. dollar after the Taiwan dollar led a remarkable surge in Asian currencies...
DIY Watch Club Expands to Europe After U.S. Tariffs Hit
When Washington imposed higher tariffs and ended a de minimis rule that allowed low-value packages from Hong Kong and mainland China to enter the...
Elon Musk Moves Forward with Lawsuit Against OpenAI Over Control Transition
Elon Musk has confirmed his decision to proceed with a lawsuit against OpenAI, the artificial intelligence startup he co-founded, following a shift in the...
PwC Announces Layoffs of 1,500 Employees in the U.S. Amid Market Adjustments
PwC is laying off around 1,500 employees in the United States, which represents roughly 2% of its U.S. workforce. The company, which employs over...
Zalando Surpasses Expectations in Q1 with Strong Revenue and Customer Growth
Zalando, the European online fashion retailer, reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter results, driven by an increase in active customers and a positive start to the spring...
U.S. Dollar Struggles Amid Taiwan Dollar Surge and Trade Tensions
The U.S. dollar struggled to make gains on Tuesday as an unprecedented surge in the Taiwan dollar spilled over into other regional currencies, highlighting...
Philips Cuts Profit Forecast Amid U.S. Tariffs and Market Uncertainty
Philips, the Dutch healthcare technology company, has revised its profit margin forecast for 2025, citing the impact of U.S. tariffs on its products. The...
IBM Expands AI Presence with New Tools to Manage AI Agents
IBM has made a move to expand its presence in the competitive artificial intelligence market, unveiling new tools designed to assist customers in managing...
Shein and Temu Boost Digital Ads in Europe Amid U.S. Trade Challenges
Shein and Temu, two fast-fashion e-commerce platforms that primarily ship merchandise from China, have been shifting their digital advertising strategies in response to challenges...
