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Asian Stocks Decline as China’s Economy Falters: Markets Wrap

(Bloomberg) -- Asian shares edged lower after ratcheting up four months of gains, as China’s efforts to support its ailing economy showed no signs of taking hold.Most Read from BloombergA Guide to Urban Swimming in Europe, Beyond the SeineDense Cities With Low Emissions Suffer Most From Air Pollution, Study FindsIntergenerational Housing Could Help Older Adults Combat LonelinessTurkey Plans Istanbul Taxi Surge to Tackle ComplaintsA gauge of the region’s stocks fell, marking the first day of trad

Swiss Flavor Maker Givaudan Weighs Entry Into Pet Food Market

(Bloomberg) -- Swiss fragrance and flavor group Givaudan SA is considering entering the pet food market, potentially via acquisitions, in a bid to take advantage of a fast-growing sector. Most Read from BloombergA Guide to Urban Swimming in Europe, Beyond the SeineDense Cities With Low Emissions Suffer Most From Air Pollution, Study FindsIntergenerational Housing Could Help Older Adults Combat LonelinessTurkey Plans Istanbul Taxi Surge to Tackle Complaints“People spend more money on pets than ki

Five Key Charts to Watch in Global Commodity Markets This Week

(Bloomberg) -- Arabica coffee is edging closer to prices not seen in more than a decade. Oil’s rocky August has traders bracing for what could be a bumpy ride toward the end of the year. And an abundance of soybean, corn and wheat are proving a drag for grains versus other commodities.Most Read from BloombergA Guide to Urban Swimming in Europe, Beyond the SeineDense Cities With Low Emissions Suffer Most From Air Pollution, Study FindsIntergenerational Housing Could Help Older Adults Combat Lonel