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Ukraine war and China lockdowns drive fastest UK price rises in years

Inflation on toys, furniture and clothing rose to 2.2% last month, the highest rate for 15 years

The Guardian - UK · May 3, 2022

North Wales TV company is going global with series busting the myths about rain

Caernarfon-based Cwmni Da led an international consortium to make the three-part series

Birmingham Post · May 3, 2022

Starbucks results trail estimates on higher costs, China woes

Starbucks Corp.’s U.S. operations beat expectations in the coffee chain’s latest quarter, giving interim Chief Executive Officer Howard Schultz a welcome development even as he contends with high inflation and Chinese Covid measures that hurt performance there.

Tribune News Service · May 3, 2022

Texas Republican Seeks To Drop No-Fly-Zones Over Disney Theme Parks

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis isn’t the only Republican lawmaker taking aim at the Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS). U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls (R-Texas) is seeking to eliminate the company’s federal no-fly-zone privileges over its U.S. theme parks.

Benzinga · May 3, 2022

Leading Chinese Smartphone Invites Regulatory Scrutiny In India, Shares Drop In Hong Kong

Xiaomi Corp (OTC:XIACY) (OTC:XIACF) shares lost steam in Hong Kong after India’s Enforcement Directorate alleged the second-largest smartphone vendor of “illegal remittances” and seized ~$730 million, the Financial Times reports. India’s anti-money laundering and foreign exchange crime division alleged Xiaomi’s Indian subsidiary of sending $55.51 billion ($725 million) of foreign currency payments…

Benzinga · May 3, 2022

Cosmetics Maker Estee Lauder Reports Mixed Q3 Results; Cuts FY22 Outlook

Estee Lauder Companies Inc (NYSE:EL) reported third-quarter FY22 sales growth of 9.99% year-on-year to $4.25 billion, missing the consensus of $4.31 billion. Organic net sales increased 9%. Sales in the Americas increased 15% Y/Y, Europe, Middle East & Africa rose 17%, and Asia/Pacific fell 4%. Net sales from Skin Care rose 6%, Makeup…

Benzinga · May 3, 2022

Lear Q1 Earnings Top Estimates; Cuts FY22 Outlook

Lear Corp (NYSE:LEA) reported a first-quarter FY22 sales decline of 3% year-on-year to $5.21 billion, beating the consensus of $5.04 billion. Global vehicle production decreased 4% Y/Y, with North America down 2%, Europe shedding 18%, and China climbing 8%. Net sales from North America rose 9.3% Y/Y, Europe and Africa fell 13.8%, Asia…

Benzinga · May 3, 2022

Editorial: Consumption Stimulus Should Go Above and Beyond

Short-term measures should focus on ensuring the basic living standards of low-income groups and households, while mid-to-long-term measures should promote both supply and demand

Caixin Global · May 3, 2022

Warren Buffett-Backed BYD Weathers It All To Outdo Nio, XPeng And Li Auto April BEV Sales Combined By 3x

Chinese electric manufacturer BYD Company Limited (OTC: BYDDF) reported strong deliveries for April, defying the supply chain, production and logistical challenges arising from the COVID-19 lockdowns in China.

Benzinga · May 3, 2022

China aircraft carrier on combat training in Western Pacific

China's navy says its Liaoning aircraft carrier group has embarked on a "realistic combat" training mission in the Western Pacific

The Independent UK · May 3, 2022