Argentine President Macri has been trying to keep his popularity numbers high out of the election. He's made significant inroads, for example, in reducing the fiscal deficit. But on the other hand, he lacks economic flexibility and can't show how he can improve ordinary people's lives. David Perry: "These are desperate times"
Patience runs thin amid rampant inflation and a devaluing currency; Argentines are taking to the streets for two days of strikes and protests. Taiwan’s richest man has joined the presidential race, but lots of his business is based in China. He will struggle to shake perceptions of a conflict of interest. And, America’s Supreme Court is deciding whether to ensure trademark protection for businesses with some pretty racy names.