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Apple Results: Revenue Forecast Reassures as iPhone, China Sales Dip

Apple's latest financial report shows a mixed performance, with revenue growth in some segments offset by declines in others. The company gave a reassuring revenue forecast for the current quarter, boosting its stock price in premarket trading.

Apple Q1 Earnings: iPhone Revenue Misses, Greater China Sales Softer

Apple Q1 earnings beat expectations but iPhone revenue falls short; China sales disappoint

HBX Group Plans Up to €750 Million IPO for Bonus Payments

Spanish travel platform HBX is set to raise €750m through an IPO. The company offers travel technology, connecting hotels with travel agencies, airlines and tour operators. HBX plans to use the proceeds to reduce debt and for incentive plans and bonuses.

SAP Sees Demand for Sustainability Software Despite US Exit from Climate Pact

SAP sees growing global demand for sustainability software despite weakening US climate targets.

Swiss Court to Deliver Verdict in Landmark Trafigura Corruption Trial

Swiss judges to rule in Trafigura corruption trial involving alleged Angolan bribes

Apple Earnings Preview: China Concerns vs Services Growth and AI Potential

Apple's Q1 earnings report looms amid concerns about China iPhone sales and a lackluster AI feature launch. Analysts highlight potential growth in Apple's services business and AI, but note challenges from the strong US dollar and China competition.

Foreign Workers in Japan Hit Record High

Japan's foreign worker population hits a record high of 2.3 million, driven by the nation's labor shortage and aging workforce. The construction and medical industries see significant increases in foreign workers, while demand remains strong for blue-collar laborers from countries facing economic challenges.

Home Contract Activity Slows in December, Suggesting Higher Mortgage Rates Dampen Demand

Housing contract activity fell 5.5% in December, led by declines in the West and Northeast, suggesting higher mortgage rates are cooling buyer enthusiasm.

Novartis Posts Quarterly Profit Above Estimates on Strong Drug Sales

Novartis Q4 earnings beat estimates on Entresto, Kesimpta sales; sees 2025 operating income growth in mid-single digits.

AI's Advance to Spur Demand for Chips Used in Production

JSR Corp., leading supplier of photoresists for semiconductors, says DeepSeek's AI model will boost demand for semiconductors.