N Korea at crossroads
Pompeo thanks North Korea and Sweden for securing American's release
Bruce Lowrance had been detained by Pyongyang since October
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Europe
Companies
Takeda to float 7.5bn euros in bonds to fund Shire purchase
$5.5bn bond issuance also in the works as company refinances short-term debt
Economy
Brexit proposals fail to address Japanese business concerns
Companies call for clarity on tariffs to guarantee future investment
Business Trends
Ikea to open first Japanese city-center store in 2020
New outlet highlights shift from big suburban locations to small urban showrooms
Cover Story
In EV batteries, Europe plays catch-up with Asia
Relying on Asian suppliers is proving risky for automakers like Audi
International Relations
UK agrees to Brexit divorce deal with EU
Prime Minister May's cabinet to meet Wednesday on draft accord
International Relations
WTO director-general calls reform proposal a 'first step'
Japan, US and EU want to penalize China for disregarding subsidy rule
Interview
Britain open to Chinese investment despite security concerns
Business secretary reassures Japanese investors Brexit deal is now possible
Global Management Forum 2018
Digitization has redefined fashion industry, Marimekko chief says
Finnish design house uses e-commerce, digital tools to stay relevant
