Overseas Headlines – July 13, 2020

United States:

Americans’ Aversion to Mask-Wearing Is Holding Back the Economy

“The aversion of many Americans to wearing a thin piece of cloth across their faces is restraining an already-shaky economic rebound. In Texas, the second most-populous state and a hotspot of the resurgent Covid-19, Republican Governor Greg Abbott on July 2 ordered mask-wearing in a reversal of his earlier opposition to enforcement. He said on local television this week that face coverings will prevent “having our economy shut down again.”

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-07-11/americans-aversion-to-mask-wearing-is-holding-back-the-economy?srnd=economics-vp

Europe:

France Primes Fresh Stimulus to Boost Jobs, Cut Taxes on Firms

“France will unveil “massive” support for youth employment this week and a new broad stimulus plan including tax cuts for companies at the end of August, Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said. The measures will be in addition to emergency aid to protect jobs and companies during the lockdown and a series of support plans for sectors including tourism and auto and aircraft manufacturing.”

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-07-13/france-primes-fresh-stimulus-to-boost-jobs-cut-taxes-on-firms?srnd=economics-vp

Asia:

China Buying ‘Practically Zero’ Chilean Salmon After Covid Scare

“Chinese demand for Chilean salmon is “practically zero” after Beijing raised concerns about Covid-19 risks in imported seafood, according to industry group Salmon Chile. Even though Chinese officials indicated there were no official restrictions on Chilean salmon, consumers in the Asian nation remain wary after authorities initially traced an outbreak of the virus to a chopping board used by a seller of imported fish.”

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-07-10/salmon-psychosis-keeps-china-demand-near-zero-chile-group-says?srnd=economics-vp

 

Analyst Certification -The views expressed in this research report accurately reflect the personal views of Mayberry Investments Limited Research Department about those issuer (s) or securities as at the date of this report. Each research analyst (s) also certify that no part of their compensation was, is, or will be, directly or indirectly, related to the specific recommendation (s) or view (s) expressed by that research analyst in this research report.

Company Disclosure -The information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, however its accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. You are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or taking any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. Mayberry may effect transactions or have positions in securities mentioned herein. In addition, employees of Mayberry may have positions and effect transactions in the securities mentioned herein.

More Stories from the Market
shutterstock_148562033
January 16, 2026   Jetcon Corporation Limited (JETCON) has advised that during the period January 7 to 12, 2026, a connected party purchase…
shutterstock_316932977-700x441
January 16, 2026 The Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) reported that as of December 2025, the point‑to‑point inflation rate was +4.5%, repr…
shutterstock_453968572
January 16, 2026   United States:   Trump Moves to Make Tech Giants Pay for Surging Power Costs   President Donald Trump and the g…
shutterstock_453968572
January 15, 2026   Image Plus Consultants Limited (IPCL) has advised that effective February 28, 2026, Dr. Karlene McDonnough will retire f…
shutterstock_609342323
January 15, 2026   Productive Business Solutions Limited (PBS) has declared a dividend of US$0.0187956 per share payable on February 25, 20…
shutterstock_453968572
January 15, 2026   Jamaica Broilers Group Limited (JBG) has advised that the Board of Directors, in accordance with the Company’s governanc…
shutterstock_342262439
January 15, 2026   Knutsford Express Services Limited (KEX) has advised that at a meeting of its Board of Directors to be held on January…
shutterstock_537598660
January 15, 2026 Sygnus Real Estate Finance Limited (SRFJMD) Unaudited Financial Results for the First Quarter Ended November 30, 2025 Sygnus Real …