Economy

South Korea's ELS and DLS issuance surged to 19.8 trillion won in Q3 2025. Explore the latest FSS data on derivative-linked securities and market trends.

Syria introduces new banknotes in 2025 to boost its reconstruction efforts. Explore the impact of global security risks on financial stability and banking security.

SoftBank Group and Fujikura lead Japan's market cap rankings in 2025 as the Nikkei hits 50,000. Analyze the impact of AI infrastructure and strategic pivots on the Japanese market.

Itochu CEO Masahiro Okafuji outlines his 2026 China investment strategy, focusing on restaurants and sports goods despite the economic slowdown and succession planning.

Platinum prices hit a 39-year monthly high in December 2025, driven by EU auto policy changes favoring hybrids. Explore the impact on commodity markets and investors.

As of late 2025, Asia AI data center financing is becoming increasingly complex due to soaring costs. Learn how companies in Malaysia and India are adapting their financial strategies.

Mexico announces a significant hike in import tariffs on Chinese goods starting Jan 1, 2026. Explore the impact on USMCA trade and global supply chains.

Federal Reserve minutes reveal a commitment to 'ample' reserve levels, signaling continued Treasury bill purchases to stabilize markets and manage liquidity in 2025.

Meta's $2B Manus acquisition and analyst picks for 2026 AI winners including Microsoft, Apple, and CrowdStrike. Detailed price targets and growth analysis.

The Nikkei 225 hit a record high of over 50,000 on Dec 30, 2025. Explore how the AI boom, Takaichi's policies, and BOJ rate hikes transformed Japan's economy.

Prenetics, backed by David Beckham, halts its Bitcoin purchasing strategy to focus on its booming IM8 health business with $100M+ in ARR.

KKR's bid to take Japanese herbal liqueur maker Yomeishu Seizo private has ended. A major shareholder's refusal to sell blocked the deal, highlighting M&A risks in Japan.