Business

Beijing has used loans to developing nations to expand its influence, but a new study says no country has received more Chinese financing than the United States. Source link

Recent oil and gas deals in Europe suggest that the growing demand for energy may be leading companies to adopt a more pragmatic approach. Source link

The Trump Organization and its Middle East development partner have announced a project in the Maldives that marries two of the family’s most successful moneymaking enterprises. Source link

Michelle W. Bowman, the Federal Reserve’s new vice chair for supervision, has advanced regulatory changes that some fear may sow the seeds for the next crisis. Source link

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said migrants were bringing sick cows across the border, snarling beef supply chains. Source link

European policymakers are crafting changes to scale back and simplify landmark rules for A.I. and data privacy, in a shift from an aggressive regulatory period. Source link

It could be months before they receive aid, well after the winter period when they talk to their bankers and make decisions about the planting ahead. Source link

The art market had a summer of closures and consolidations. But major collections, blue-chip art and guarantees have pushed expectations high for the marquee sales. Source link

The Amazon founder is tapping his fortune to help fund Project Prometheus, an artificial intelligence start-up, even as he has said A.I. may be in a bubble. Source link

Demand for power is growing fast, but hydro plants, the oldest source of clean energy, are struggling because of droughts, floods and other extreme weather linked to climate change. Source link