German ex-chancellor Schroeder hits back in Russia row before vote
Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder hit back at criticism of his planned new job at Russian oil producer Rosneft on Thursday, accusing his foes of political maneuvering to help get Angela Merkel re-elected.
Alibaba beats on earnings as e-commerce remains core revenue driver
Alibaba, China's top e-commerce firm, beat analyst estimates with a 56 percent rise in first-quarter revenue, driven by strong online sales.
Real thing or just 'fantasy'? Britain proposes new EU customs deal
Britain outlined plans for a future customs agreement with the European Union on Tuesday and an interim deal to ease companies' Brexit concerns, proposals one senior EU official described as "fantasy".
U.S. sanctions hit Russian hopes of a 'Trump bump' for investment
New U.S. sanctions on Moscow have forced Russian business chiefs to accept that Donald Trump's rise to power is not about to produce a "Trump Bump" in foreign investment.
Norway PM casts doubt on temporary British EFTA membership
Norway cast doubt on Monday that Britain could easily join it in a half way house trading group after Brexit.
Voters sense betrayal in Britain's Brexit heartlands
There is a whiff of betrayal in the air across Britain's Brexit heartlands where many impatient voters fear Prime Minister Theresa May is going soft on implementing last year's decision to leave the European Union.
Elusive Brexit clarity meets sober economic reality
Last time British Prime Minister Theresa May returned from a walking holiday, she called what turned out to be -- for her -- a disastrous election.
Brexit transition period desirable for UK and EU banks: BoE
The Bank of England said a transition period after Britain leaves the European Union would give banks more time to make orderly changes as Brexit poses risks to financial stability.
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