Singapore reports 74 new coronavirus cases, biggest intraday jump
Singapore reported 74 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday in its biggest intraday jump, bringing the total tally to 1,000....
U.S. construction spending unexpectedly falls in February
U.S. construction spending unexpectedly fell in February and could decline further as the coronavirus pandemic wreaks havoc on the economy....
U.S. factory activity contracts in March; orders tumble to 11-year low: ISM
U.S. manufacturing activity contracted less than expected in March, but disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic pushed new orders received by factories to an 11-year...
Breakingviews TV: Extra helpings
China’s Meituan Dianping expects a rough first quarter after Covid-19 closed restaurants. With the outlook hazy, the food delivery giant is highlighting its efforts to...
U.S. dollar gains as steep global economic slump looms
The dollar advanced on Wednesday, with markets staring at what looked likely to be one of the worst economic contractions in decades as the world...
Thailand warns food delivery apps for overcharging amid coronavirus outbreak
Thailand’s anti-monopoly watchdog warned food delivery platforms on Wednesday they could face fines for charging higher commissions as online food orders surge amid the coronavirus...
European experts ready smartphone technology to help halt coronavirus spread
A group of European experts said on Wednesday they would soon launch technology for smartphones to help trace people who had come into contact with...
Equities drop as evidence mounts of deep global recession
World equity markets began the new quarter with steep losses on Wednesday as evidence mounted that the coronavirus pandemic was sending the global economy into...
Kroger comparable sales surge 30% in March, borrows $1 billion
Kroger Co’s comparable sales surged about 30% in March as consumers cleared off shelves in preparation for a lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic and...
U.S. private payrolls post first drop in two-and-a-half years
U.S. private payrolls dropped in March for the first time in 2-1/2 years, likely as businesses shut down in compliance with strict measures to contain...
