Google runs online ad monopoly – US judge — RT Business News
Tech giant Google has violated US antitrust laws by illegally monopolizing the online advertising market, a federal judge has ruled, in a case that could force the company to sell parts of its ad business. The decision marks the second…
China ‘completely’ stops buying LNG from US – FT — RT Business News
Beijing’s retaliatory tariffs have made American gas financially unviable, the outlet has said China has “completely” stopped imports of US liquefied natural gas (LNG) for over ten weeks, extending the trade war between Beijing and Washington into energy cooperation, the…
IMF issues global economy warning — RT Business News
“Uncertainty is costly,” organization chief Kristalina Georgieva has said, citing stalled investment, slower growth, and rising inflation amid trade wars The global economy is expected to grow more slowly this year and face higher inflation, the International Monetary Fund (IMF)…
German banks reject arms manufacturers in ethical investments — RT Business News
Eight financial institutions have excluded weapons makers from funds marketed as socially responsible A group of German banks has opposed the inclusion of arms manufacturers in investment portfolios specifically marketed as ethically sustainable. They cited their commitment to peace as…
AI can replace half of Russia’s civil servants – minister — RT Business News
Russia could potentially replace at least half of its civil servants with artificial intelligence (AI), Digital Development Minister Maksut Shadaev has said. During a panel discussion at the Data Fusion forum on Thursday, Shadaev highlighted the capabilities of AI in…
Ukraine to add alcohol to gasoline – media — RT Business News
Ukraine will begin blending all motor fuel with bioethanol starting next month as part of the country’s EU integration plans, the news outlet Economic Pravda reported on Wednesday. Legislation passed last year in Ukraine mandates a shift to a 5%…
Ruble is this year’s best-performer – Bloomberg — RT Business News
The Russian currency has posted strong gains against the US dollar and has outshined gold, data shows The Russian ruble has emerged as the world’s top-performing currency this year, outpacing even gold, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday, citing calculations based on…
US threatens China with 245% tariff — RT Business News
Chinese imports to the US could face tariffs as high as 245%, according to a White House fact sheet released on Tuesday. The warning comes amid a growing trade rift between the world’s two largest economies. The administration of US…
US government could break up Zuckerberg’s Meta – media — RT Business News
The tech giant is facing an antitrust trial that could force it to sell Instagram and WhatsApp The US competition watchdog is seeking to break up social media giant Meta over allegations it unfairly dominated the market by acquiring Instagram…
Trump claims tariffs could replace income tax — RT Business News
US President Donald Trump has suggested that revenue from his so-called “Liberation Day” tariffs could potentially replace the federal income tax. This month, Trump announced “reciprocal” tariffs on nearly 90 countries, citing what he described as unfair trade practices. Following…