Economy

Japan's real wages have fallen for 11 consecutive months as of early 2026. Explore the details of Japan real wages decline 2026 and its impact on the economy.

Explore the potential Trump IEEPA tariffs 2026 impact on Mexico, Canada, and China, and the industries most vulnerable to these trade policy shifts.

The SGX Nasdaq cross-listing link in 2026 promises global access for Asian firms, but high thresholds and liquidity risks remain significant barriers for investors.

Alibaba-backed MiniMax raised $618M in its MiniMax Hong Kong IPO 2026, with shares opening 43% higher. Discover how this AI startup is expanding its global footprint.

Bitcoin price volatility 2026 is expected to rise as prediction markets signal low odds of a clear Supreme Court ruling on tariffs. Learn about the historical patterns of stabilization.

South Korea's overseas construction orders hit an 11-year high of $47.27 billion in 2025, driven by the massive Czech nuclear plant deal. Read the full regional analysis.

South Korea's air passenger traffic hit a record 124.8 million in 2025. Strong demand for Japan and China travel fueled the 6.3% growth in international routes.

South Korea posted its largest-ever November current account surplus of $12.24 billion in 2025, driven by a 38.7% surge in semiconductor exports, according to BOK data.

Japan's reverse car imports hit a 30-year high of 111,513 units in 2026. Suzuki and Honda lead the trend by using India as a strategic low-cost manufacturing hub.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent states that Rick Rieder has not been interviewed for the top Fed job. A final decision on the Fed Chair appointment 2026 is likely this month.

Foreign investors turned net buyers of South Korean stocks in December 2025, pouring in 1.52 trillion won. France and the UK led the year-end capital inflow.

U.S. derivatives platforms are expanding into prediction contracts for digital assets and economic data in 2026. Discover how these regulated bets are reshaping finance.