An uptick in retail sales and U.S. factory production shows vigor in the economy. G7 finance ministers take a closer look at Facebook’s global digital currency, Libra. And entrepreneurs in Philadelphia want to bring e-scooters to the city.
Talks continue on a debt ceiling deal. Big Tech faces antitrust questions on Capitol Hill. And Mexican drug lord Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán awaits sentencing, as U.S. puts a price tag on years of violent crime.
Germany’s defense minister fights for the EU’s top job. Is the end of the printed textbook in sight? A new study lifts the lid on China’s “hidden debt”.
The FTC is set to issue a $5-billion fine against Facebook over data breaches. The Big Three will negotiate a new contract with its auto unions. Why U.S. banks should be thankful for regulation.
