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- Tesla speeds up odometers to avoid warranty repairs, U.S. lawsuit claims: Reuters
- Trump administration announces fees on Chinese ships docking at U.S. ports
- Japan inflation comes in at 3.6%, surpasses BOJ target for three straight years
- Japan's Zeon aims to decide on US investment by summer, sees rising risk amid Trump tariffs
- BOJ warns US tariff uncertainty may hurt confidence, economy
- Dollar benefits from selling exhaustion, ECB cuts rates
- S.Korea signals rate cuts in May, year ahead as Trump tariffs pose 'significant' risks
- Oil posts weekly gain on trade deal hopes, new Iran sanctions
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NVIDIA (NVDA) : Porter’s Five Forces Industry and Competition Analysis (2nd Edition)
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Lam Research faces the challenge of navigating the ever-evolving semiconductor industry, where technological innovation and global market dynamics present constant hurdles.
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Lululemon exceeded Q3 2024 expectations with 9% revenue growth, driven by strong international performance, strategic product innovation, and expansion plans, while focusing on restoring seasonal newness and enhancing brand awareness.
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Thailand: Porter’s Diamond Model-The Competitive Advantage of Nations
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