Afghanistan Hopes W.T.O. Membership Can Its Reboot Battered Economy
Optimists view the trade body’s seal of approval as a potential lift for the war-ravaged country whose chief export is…
Despite Push for Cleaner Cars, Sheer Numbers Could Work Against Climate Benefits
With a billion additional cars coming to the world’s roads in coming decades, reducing the carbon footprint of autos faces…
After Paris Attacks, Waiting for Shopping and Culture to Come Back to Life
In other cities hit by terrorist attacks, effects on commerce have been short-lived. Will the French capital — and the…
Crédit Agricole and Société Générale Post Higher 3rd-Quarter Profits
The results for the lenders, two of France’s largest banks, came as their retail divisions reported improved results.
BNP Paribas Profit Climbs Almost 15% in Third Quarter
The French bank’s quarterly bottom line was helped by one-time items and a strong performance in international financial services.
Norway Is a Model for Encouraging Electric Car Sales
Skeptics, however, wonder whether the country’s program of government subsidies is cost-effective, or even an efficient way to reduce air…