Economy

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi rejected "irresponsible" spending, but her government's plan for a record budget is sending mixed signals. With 10-year JGB yields hitting a 26-year high of 2.1%, markets are testing her fiscal credibility.

U.S. regulators have escalated their investigation into Tesla's Autopilot system, now covering 830,000 vehicles. This move to an engineering analysis raises the risk of a major recall.

Bitcoin (BTC) is down over 22% in Q4 2025, marking its worst year-end performance since 2018. Analysts warn the recent push to $90,000 is a sign of market fatigue, not a genuine recovery.

South Korea's self-employed over 60 now hold $263 billion in loans, largely tied to real estate. A Bank of Korea report warns this poses a growing risk to financial stability and non-bank lenders.

Foreign investors reversed course in December, pouring $1.3 billion into South Korean tech and auto stocks like SK hynix and Hyundai, fueled by AI optimism and easing trade tensions.

Beijing's travel warning to Japan is crippling the 'one-dragon' economy of Chinese-run businesses. With over 900 flights cut and hotel bookings halved, companies like Shiseido are feeling the impact, highlighting new geopolitical risks for investors.

India's quick commerce sector is expanding beyond groceries to fashion, electronics, and services. But as competition soars, market consolidation is on the horizon.

Vietnam officially launches its dual-city International Financial Center (IFC) project, targeting full operation by 2030 to attract foreign capital and compete with regional hubs like Singapore.

Chinese developer Oceanic Holdings has defaulted on a $1.5 billion bond, raising fears of contagion. With Beijing showing little sign of a bailout, we analyze the impact on global markets, commodities, and investor portfolios.

Apple is reportedly cutting its 2026 Vision Pro production target from 1 million to under 500,000 units and delaying a 2nd-gen model, focusing instead on a cheaper version. We analyze the strategy shift amid high prices and manufacturing issues.

The U.S. Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 5.5-5.75% and signaled fewer rate cuts in 2026. Chair Powell pushed back against market expectations, causing stocks to fall.

Amtrak's new Acela high-speed trains are years behind schedule due to flawed train models from Alstom and unprepared, aging tracks, according to a report from Amtrak's Inspector General.