TOKYO (Reuters) - The dollar shrugged off news of President Trump relenting on a threat to block a COVID-19 aid bill in thin trading on Monday with many investors on holiday.

TOKYO (Reuters) - Global shares ticked up on Monday as a source said U.S. President Donald Trump signed into law a $2.3 trillion pandemic aid and spending package he had until now refused to sign.

BEIJING — China is extending support measures for the country’s smallest businesses, a signal that full economic recovery from the shock of the coronavirus pandemic still faces many uncertainties.

KUALA LUMPUR: The global shortage of rubber gloves will last beyond the first quarter of 2022, according to Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association.

TOKYO (Reuters) - Oil extended gains on Thursday as a drawdown in U.S. stockpiles of crude and gasoline lifted demand hopes, while investors also cheered a potential Brexit trade deal.

TOKYO/NEW YORK (Reuters) - Asian shares and the British pound rose on Thursday ahead of the Christmas break, as Britain and the European Union closed in on a free-trade deal and investors placed bets on global economic recovery prospects.