Japan's economy grew at an annualized rate of 2.1% in the first quarter, exceeding economist expectations. The stronger-than-forecast growth suggests resilience in the Japanese economy during the January-March period.

Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po has begun a five-day European tour in France to attract global capital and reinforce Hong Kong's position as an international financial hub, meeting with French wealth managers and officials.

Saint Laurent's CEO acknowledges the brand has concentrated resources on its most affluent customers while neglecting mid-tier aspirational shoppers during the recent luxury market downturn.

Standard Chartered is cutting 15% of back-office jobs as part of CEO Bill Winters' strategy to increase AI adoption and drive sustainable growth at the Asia-focused lender.

Japan's economy grew at an annualized rate of 2.1% in the first quarter, exceeding economist forecasts of 0.4% and the previous quarter's 0.3% growth.

Australia's largest banana prawn fishery operator has concluded its season one month ahead of schedule due to exceptionally high catch volumes.

Research from Irish hiring platform IrishJobs shows that nearly half of employers have reduced entry-level and graduate roles due to rising labour costs and increased AI adoption.

The UK Pensions Commission warns that 15 million Britons are not saving enough for retirement and calls for a new 'national settlement' to address the crisis facing specific population groups.

NPR is offering voluntary staff buyouts following receipt of $113 million in charitable donations from major donors, as the organization adjusts to reduced federal funding.

President Trump announced an expansion of his TrumpRx drug coupon platform to include over 600 generic drugs, with billionaire Mark Cuban participating in the White House rollout event.

A California jury rejected Elon Musk's legal challenge to OpenAI's conversion to a for-profit structure, ruling that Musk filed his lawsuit too late. The article features commentary from a Bloomberg litigation analyst and an orthopedic surgeon discussing bone health.

The United States has imposed countervailing tariffs on Canadian fresh mushrooms based on a Department of Commerce investigation, which Canadian growers dispute as flawed.

The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve has declined to lower levels, reducing the government's ability to respond to sudden energy supply disruptions.

NextEra Energy is acquiring Dominion Energy to form the largest electricity producer in the United States, with potential implications for consumer affordability.

A contractor has died at SpaceX's Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas, according to reporting by the Wall Street Journal.

Bradley Horowitz, a former Google executive and venture investor through Wisdom Ventures, has backed OpenAI, Anthropic, and other tech companies, earning recognition on Business Insider's Seed 100 list of top investors.

A jury ruled against Elon Musk in his $150 billion lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman, determining that he had filed the suit too late. The verdict allows OpenAI to continue operating without legal restrictions from this case.

The article examines a divergence between the S&P 500 index performance and the performance of individual stocks within it, noting that this divergence is occurring at record levels, and provides information about top-performing stocks by market value.

Nigeria's government plans to expand caregiver training and certification programmes to develop the care economy and professionalise caregiving, which has historically fallen disproportionately on women and girls.

The US Department of Justice dropped fraud charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani after he pledged a $10 billion investment, according to the headline; however, the summary only describes the original accusations without confirming the charges were actually dropped or linking the investment pledge to that decision.

U.S. wage growth has fallen behind inflation rates for the first time since 2023, reducing workers' real purchasing power and economic well-being.

Report alleges Iranian institutions have processed over $2.3 billion in cryptocurrency transactions via Tron and BNB Chain blockchains, with investigation raising questions about potential connections to Trump-linked crypto ventures and possible conflicts of interest.

A Vietnamese dairy company has invested in the United States following the acquisition of a patent, signalling its expansion into the American market.

China reduced its holdings of US Treasury bills in March alongside other global investors, amid geopolitical tensions involving Iran and concerns over inflation and energy prices.

Swatch has attributed operational issues during the launch of its Royal Pop collaboration with Audemars Piguet to shopping centre management, following reports of fights among customers queuing for the limited-edition timepieces.

D1 Capital and other Wall Street firms stand to gain significant returns if SpaceX proceeds with a planned IPO next month, potentially valuing one hedge fund's stake at around $20 billion.

Asian markets are expected to rise as oil prices fall following Trump's announcement that he is delaying a planned military strike against Iran.

UK Business Secretary Lisa Nandy will lead a major business delegation to the United States for the Greater Together LA expo, aimed at strengthening commercial partnerships between the two countries.

A California federal jury has unanimously rejected Elon Musk's legal claims against OpenAI and Sam Altman, marking the latest development in their long-standing dispute.

A Japanese Finance Ministry official has cast doubt on the likelihood of Japan selling US Treasury holdings to support the yen, arguing such a move could be counterproductive.

Elon Musk vows to appeal after losing a lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman in California court, claiming the verdict was based on a procedural technicality rather than the merits of the case.

NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy announced a major utility merger; the summary notes that most Americans have experienced rising home energy costs in recent years.

Japan's used car market faces pressure from rising prices and currency weakness, threatening the affordability that has historically made secondhand vehicles accessible to Japanese consumers.

Moody's Ratings projects Hong Kong's residential property market will remain resilient despite potential interest rate increases, citing strong demand from relocating professionals and rising rents, while office and retail sectors show early recovery signs.

Japan's economy expanded at a faster rate than forecast during the first quarter. No further details are available from the provided summary.

The White House has expanded its TrumpRx direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical platform by adding over 600 generic drugs, increasing the total product offering nearly sevenfold.

Blade Urban Air Mobility is offering discounted helicopter fares ($95) during a New York commuter rail strike, using the disruption as an opportunity to attract new customers and demonstrate the market potential for its future electric air taxi service.

Chinese developers are finding new uses and markets for previously abandoned or incomplete high-rise buildings, reversing earlier real estate market stagnation.

Bank Indonesia is expected to raise interest rates on May 20, according to a slim majority of surveyed economists.

Sumitomo Forestry, a Japanese company, has completed a $4.2 billion acquisition of a US homebuilder after a period of negotiation and planning.

Japan's economy grew at an annualised rate of 2.1% in the first quarter, exceeding market expectations.

Japan is implementing measures to manage the economic impact of potential oil supply disruptions related to Iran tensions and regional conflict risks.

US crude oil futures declined more than 2% after Donald Trump announced he would delay a planned military attack on Iran, reducing geopolitical risk premium in energy markets.

Philippine digital banks are facing challenges in gaining market traction and profitability as they struggle to compete in the country's financial services sector.

Amazon is retreating from Singapore as its traditional business model struggles against regional competitors that thrive on low-cost, high-volume unbranded seller marketplaces.

Commentary from a Coface economist argues that the UAE's OPEC exit could present opportunities for Singapore's refineries if maritime shipping stability improves.

US President Trump postponed a military attack on Iran to pursue further negotiations following Tehran's response to a US peace proposal, causing oil prices to rise and global stock markets to show mixed results.

OpenAI has won a legal case against Elon Musk, though Musk's legal team indicated they intend to appeal the verdict.