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.
Trump’s Proposed 100% Tariff on Foreign-Made Films Shakes Hollywood Investors
Hollywood investors were left reeling Monday after former President Donald Trump proposed a 100% tariff on films made overseas and imported into the United...
Skechers to Go Private in $63-Per-Share Buyout by 3G Capital
Skechers has reached an agreement to be acquired by private equity firm 3G Capital for $63 per share, concluding nearly 30 years as a...
FanDuel Sports Network Sees Rapid Streaming Growth Post-Rebrand
FanDuel Sports Network, the rebranded group of regional sports networks formerly known as Bally Sports, has experienced significant growth in its streaming subscriber base,...
Air Traffic Control Failure at Newark Spurs Flight Delays and Infrastructure Concerns
Air traffic controllers at Newark Liberty International Airport temporarily lost radar and communications with aircraft on April 28, causing significant disruptions and exposing critical...
Trump Signs Order to Boost U.S. Drug Manufacturing and Curb Imports
President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at revitalizing pharmaceutical manufacturing within the United States. The move comes amid growing concerns over dependency...
Ford Beats Q1 Estimates but Suspends 2025 Outlook Due to Tariffs
Ford Motor Company surpassed Wall Street expectations for the first quarter of 2025 but has suspended its full-year financial guidance due to the anticipated...
Kentucky Derby 2025 Proceeds Amid Economic Uncertainty and Baffert’s Return
The 151st Kentucky Derby is set to unfold this Saturday at Churchill Downs, with global economic challenges and construction delays framing the lead-up to...
TikTok Fined €530 Million Over Data Transfers to China by Irish Regulator
TikTok has been fined 530 million euros ($601.3 million) by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) for violating the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation...
China EV Makers Report Mixed April Sales as Safety and Innovation Take Focus
Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng reported deliveries of 35,045 units in April, maintaining its streak of exceeding 30,000 monthly deliveries for the sixth month...
Tether Plans U.S. Stablecoin Launch Amid Political Outreach and Regulatory Push
Tether, the world’s leading stablecoin issuer, is preparing to launch a new U.S.-based stablecoin, with the rollout expected as early as the end of...
Dickson Poon Moves to Take Dickson Concepts Private Amid Retail Downturn
Hong Kong tycoon Dickson Poon has proposed taking his flagship company, Dickson Concepts (International), private amid a grim outlook for the city's retail sector....
Alibaba Launches Instant Delivery Service Early to Challenge JD.com and Meituan
Alibaba Group Holding has launched its new fast-delivery service, Taobao Instant Commerce, ahead of schedule in a move that intensifies competition with JD.com and...
Hong Kong Stocks Climb as AIA and Xiaomi Rally Amid Economic Concerns
Hong Kong stocks rose on Wednesday, supported by gains in key index constituents such as AIA and Xiaomi, which helped offset concerns about China’s...
HKEX Posts Record Q1 Profit Amid Surge in IPOs and Trading Volume
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX), the operator of Asia’s third-largest stock market, reported a record-breaking net profit of HK$4.08 billion (US$526 million) for...
