Bloomberg Indonesia is all set to make halal labeling mandatory for consumer products and services from this week, but the high cost of securing the license and absence of clear guidelines mean millions of local producers are still without certificates. The compulsory labeling will first apply to the food and beverage products and services from October 17 before being gradually …

Bloomberg United Airlines Holdings Inc raised its 2019 profit forecast for the second straight quarter, citing strong travel demand and lower-than-expected fuel prices in the late summer. Earnings will climb to at least $11.25 a share this year, the carrier said in a statement as it reported third-quarter results that showed robust travel demand. That compares with an outlook of …

Bloomberg New climate protection surcharges on German air travel will begin in April, giving passengers a temporary reprieve before tickets become more expensive and providing airlines time to adjust pricing. Lifting surcharges is an element of Chancellor Angela Merkel’s plan to nudge consumers to opt for trains instead of planes, above all in domestic travel. The increased fees are aimed …