Samsung says S23 smartphone sales ahead of S22 with most people buying the priciest 'Ultra' model
Sales of Samsung's Galaxy S23 flagship smartphone have outstripped last year's S22 in a comparative period, according Samsung executive Patrick Chomet.
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Chinese startup Realme launches $649 smartphone it says can be fully charged in just over 9 minutes
On Tuesday, Chinese smartphone upstart Realme launched the GT3 for international markets at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
Ukraine envoy is optimistic Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will visit Kyiv before May
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will likely visit Ukraine's capital before the G7 Hiroshima Summit in May, Ukraine's ambassador to Japan Sergiy Korsunsky told CNBC.
Huawei spin-off Honor launches $1,690 foldable smartphone in challenge to Samsung, Apple
The Honor Magic Vs marks the Chinese firm's ambition to expand into the latest smartphone technology — foldables — at the high-end of the market.
France says sanctions against Russia are 'very efficient' as more are being considered
France's finance minister told CNBC additional sanctions are being considered against Russia for its unjustified war against Ukraine.
Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi takes aim at Samsung and Apple with latest $1,000 device
Xiaomi launched the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro in international markets at Mobile World Congress.
Top 10 U.S. towns where millionaires are buying second homes—3 of them are in Florida
Henley and Partner's 2023 wealth report revealed the top locations for vacation homes in the U.S. amongst America's affluent.
China again calls for cease-fire on anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine war
Marking the one-year mark since Russia invaded Ukraine, China's foreign ministry reiterated its push for the two countries to hold peace talks.
China's $2.5 trillion savings could bring 'opportunities for growth,' HKEX CEO says
Hong Kong Exchange and Clearing's CEO Nicholas Aguzin said excess savings from Chinese households will bring "active" economic performance from China.
Indonesia says it's working to become more resilient to inflation shocks from the U.S.
Indonesia is taking steps to make its economy more resilient to withstand global shocks like inflation, especially from the U.S., said its finance minister.
Alibaba shares rally 6% after massive earnings beat
Alibaba reported earnings for its fiscal third quarter that smashed expectations, sending shares soaring 6% higher.
The U.S. and China met to discuss the 'spy balloon.' Their statements afterward were very different
It's significant how much Washington's diplomatic take can differ from Beijing's, not just in content but in tone.
Hong Kong unveils budget, promising 'abundant opportunities' as city recovers
Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan struck a positive tone on Wednesday as he revealed the city's budget.
Is Asia's bull market over? Strategists say there's room for stocks to rally further
Economists say MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan have further room to grow.
69-year-old pilot pays $4,000/month to live in a residential airpark: 'All I have to do is taxi out and take off'
Pilot Joe Sobczak's $698,000 home comes with a 3,600-square-foot airplane hangar, where he keeps a Beechcraft T-34 Mentor plane he can use to fly to SFO.
Mining giant BHP says China and India growth will buoy demand despite profit drop
Australian mining giant BHP is optimistic China and India's growth will boost commodity demand, even as the company reported a steep drop in half-year profits.
Canada trade minister says trade talks with Taiwan are part of a larger Indo-Pacific strategy
Canada's decision to enter formal bilateral trade talks with Taiwan is part of a broader strategy for the Indo-Pacific region, says Canada's minister of international trade.
HSBC reports fourth-quarter pre-tax profit of $5.2 billion, beating estimates
The bank said its fourth-quarter results reflect strong reported revenue growth and lower reported operating expenses.
India hits back after George Soros says Adani troubles will greatly weaken Modi's grip on power
"Modi and business tycoon Adani are close allies; their fate is intertwined," said billionaire investor George Soros
China formalizes rules for overseas IPOs
The new rules also call for IPO underwriters, typically international investment banks, to annually report to the CSRC their involvement with Chinese listings overseas.
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