‘Pulling a Joe Biden’: Reactions to Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s resignation
One expert said the move was reminiscent of U.S. President Joe Biden dropping out of the presidential race less than a month ago.
The big ‘carry trade’ unwind is far from over, strategists warn
Strategists have warned it is too early to give the all-clear to the rapid unravelling of “carry trades.”
Adani Group shares shed billions after Hindenburg allegations against regulator
The group’s flagship firm Adani Enterprises slipped as much as 5% in early morning deals, before paring some of its losses.
21-year-old left the U.S. for Australia on a working holiday visa—why she says her life is better now
Bella Robben moved to Australia in 2023 and lived in a Melbourne apartment before finding a hotel job that also gave her living accommodations.
China’s consumer prices pick up more than expected in July, up by 0.5%
China’s consumer prices rose by a more-than-expected 0.5% in July from a year ago, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics on Friday.
Malaysia’s prime minister lauds country’s burgeoning chip hub status as Infineon opens new plant
Multinational companies have increasingly looked to increase their presence in the Southeast Asian nation as they diversify operations amid U.S.-China tensions.
China’s exporters enjoyed the benefits of a weak yuan. Now that’s changing and cutting into profits
Chinese companies seeking growth from exports face a new challenge: a strengthening yuan.
SoftBank swings back to gains at Vision Fund tech arm, announces up to $3.4 billion share buyback
SoftBank announced it would buy back up to 6.8% of shares available amounting to up to 500 billion yen ($3.4 billion).
India’s ultra-wealthy club is booming — here’s where the country’s rich are investing
India is expected to see the fastest growth in ultra high net worth individuals globally over the next few years, a Knight Frank report forecasts.
No passports needed: Singapore launches biometric immigration processing at Changi Airport
Singapore launches trials for travelers to clear immigration at Changi Airport using biometric data in lieu of passport checks.