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RPT-COLUMN-The real tariff uncertainty starts now: Mike Dolan
By Mike DolanLONDON, April 3 (Reuters) - Whatever you make of the sweeping tariff plan U.S. President Donald Trump dropped on Wednesday, remember that the real uncertainty about the potential economic damage only starts now. Relief at getting some clarity on Wednesday was understandable. But we stil...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
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REFILE-Thailand growth to be hit by US tariffs, finance minister says
BANGKOK, April 3 (Reuters) - Thailand's economic growth could be reduced by 1 percentage point due to the imposition of U.S. tariffs, the finance minister said on Thursday.To try to maintain exports, the government will import more U.S. goods, remove tariffs on some U.S. products as well as addr...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
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FACTBOX-Czech billionaire Kretinsky's sprawling empire
April 3 (Reuters) - Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky is pressing on with his buying spree in Europe, after securing regulatory approval for his takeover bid for Royal Mail.Kretinsky, 49, a former investment bank lawyer who built one of Europe's largest energy groups, Energeticky a Prumyslovy H...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
Stocks
Improving the EU's capital markets is essential, Swedish Riksbank chief says
STOCKHOLM, April 3 (Reuters) - Improving the EU's capital markets is essential for the union from an economic perspective, not least as a result of the digital and green transitions, Swedish central bank governor Erik Thedeen said on Thursday."Recent geopolitical developments, with major def...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
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Finland says all of Europe should engage with the US on tariffs
HELSINKI, April 3 (Reuters) - Finland's President Alexander Stubb said on Thursday that all of Europe should engage with the United States on the issue of trade tariffs.President Donald Trump's move to impose sweeping tariffs on U.S. imports on allies and rivals alike sparked threats of reta...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
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U.S. tariffs to also apply to Ferrari cars ordered months ago
MILAN, April 3 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's new tariffs will also apply to Ferrari RACE.MI cars ordered months ago but still not delivered to the United States, a spokesperson for the Italian luxury automaker said on Thursday."Purchase contracts for Ferraris have clear and standard c...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
Stocks
EMERGING MARKETS-Asian assets take a hit as US tariffs rattle emerging markets
Trump announces 10% tariff on all importsSoutheast Asia nations hit particularly hard by dutiesIndian stocks off session lows as levies lower than Asian peersSouth Africa seeks new U.S. trade deal after tariff hikeBrazil's Congress lays framework for trade retaliationBy Johann M Cherian April...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
Commodities
Japan's Mitsubishi may consider investing in Alaska LNG project, CEO says
Careful study is needed before deciding on Alaska project Under new 3-year strategy, plans to invest $27 bln to drive growthTargets net profit of 1.2 trillion yen in FY2027/28By Yuka Obayashi TOKYO, April 3 (Reuters) - Japanese trading house Mitsubishi Corp 8058.T may consider investing in an LNG...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
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Russia bans Elton John AIDS Foundation to defend 'spiritual and moral values'
By Andrew OsbornMOSCOW, April 3 (Reuters) - Russia's General Prosecutor on Thursday banned the activities of the Elton John AIDS Foundation, accusing it of taking a negative stance towards countries like Russia that protect "traditional spiritual and moral values".The prosecutor's of...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
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Trump tariffs set stage for wave of profit warnings
By Medha Singh April 3 (Reuters) - U.S. businesses have talked a lot about tariffs in the past few months, but very few modeled for them in their earnings outlooks. With President Donald Trump's multi-front trade war now in full effect, investors and analysts expect a barrage of corporate pro...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
Stocks
Shippers, logistic companies shares swerve off course after US tariffs
** Shares in European shipping and logistic groups fall after President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs on most goods imported into the United States** The extent of the now announced tariffs is most likely exceeding market expectations, Zurcher Kantonalbank analyst Gan Marco Werro says *...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
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Amazon tells EU court French book delivery fee is protectionist
France imposed three euro fee in October 2023Amazon began challenge in French court that sought guidance from EU's highest courtFrance defends its measure, saying protects smaller playersEuropean Commission criticises French feeBy Foo Yun CheeLUXEMBOURG, April 3 (Reuters) - Amazon AMZN.O critici...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
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Monte dei Paschi investors should back bid for Mediobanca, Glass Lewis says
MILAN, April 3 (Reuters) - Leading governance adviser Glass Lewis has recommended shareholders in Monte dei Paschi (MPS) BMPS.MI back a takeover bid for Mediobanca MDBI.MI, by approving issuing the necessary shares in a vote scheduled on April 17."We readily acknowledge that the proposed combina...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
Stocks
Is Pfizer Stock a Buy?
Pfizer's (NYSE: PFE) share price has fallen more than the S&P 500 so far this year. The big pharma stock is nearly 60% below its high set in late 2022. By most standards, Pfizer looks like the proverbial knife in the investing adage, "Don't try to catch a falling knife."But could Pfizer stock be a s...The Motley Fool
Thu, Apr 3
Stocks
3 Stocks With Parabolic Growth Potential Over the Next 10 Years
While global markets struggle with trade wars, geopolitical tensions, and stubborn inflation, savvy investors recognize sharp pullbacks as rare chances to snag high-quality companies at bargain prices. This timing is particularly opportune as the fascinating convergence of artificial intelligence (A...The Motley Fool
Thu, Apr 3
Stocks
Tariffs Are Weighing Down the Transportation Industry, but This Dividend-Paying Value Stock Is Built to Last
The transportation industry moves goods, freight, and people -- consisting of package delivery companies like FedEx and United Parcel Service, logistics and freight companies, long-haul trucking, railroads, airlines, and more.The industry can be a good barometer for economic growth. When the economy...The Motley Fool
Thu, Apr 3
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Deals of the day-Mergers and acquisitions
April 3 (Reuters) - The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported by 0930 GMT on Thursday: ** British healthcare REIT Assura AGRP.L has received a 1.5 billion pound ($1.96 billion) indicative cash-and-stock bid from Primary Health Properties PHP.L, above an earlier offer ...Reuters
Thu, Apr 3
