Europe builds for war as arms factories expand at triple speed

FT radar analysis reveals historic scale of rearmament, stretching over 7mn sq metres of new development
Google and IBM believe first workable quantum computer is in sight

Recent breakthroughs have revived confidence about creating full-scale quantum systems by end of the decade
The lines between monetary and fiscal policy have blurred

In an era of high debt, it may be difficult for central banks to act without considering the knock-on effects for government
HSBC flags 73% of Hong Kong commercial property loans as risky

Prolonged slump in retail spending and sluggish office demand put Europe’s largest lender on notice
Trump softens stance on Intel boss after demanding resignation

Lip-Bu Tan to offer ‘suggestions’ on how government can work with group as it struggles with chip manufacturing
Trump extends trade war truce with China

US leader postpones new tariffs on world’s biggest exporter for another 90 days
