Some Japanese workers promised inflation-busting pay rises

The country’s core consumer price index rose 3.7% in November compared to a year earlier.

Global economy risks a second recession

The global economy is weakening as a result of inflation, high interest rates and war.

President Lula has been forced to declare emergency powers.

The country faces big challenges as it reopens its borders and eases Covid restrictions.

Vote to appoint a new Speaker for the House of Representatives shows no sign of a result

An unseasonably warm winter has closed ski slopes across Europe because of a lack of snow

It’s 14 years exactly since the launch of bitcoin

Global business news, with live guests and contributions from Asia and the USA.

The US, Japan, UK, France and many other countries are going to test Chinese tourists.

Brazilian football legend Pele was the only player to win the World Cup three times.