Economy

Japan's factory activity steadies as demand declines slow in January 2026. Read our analysis on the latest Japan Manufacturing PMI data and its impact on investors.

Exploring the 2026 China economy outlook. Despite a trade truce with the U.S., Beijing faces rising tariff threats from Europe and Latin America amid a domestic debt crunch.

China's private services PMI hit a 6-month low in December, signaling a sharp cooling in domestic demand. Read more on what this means for the global economy and Beijing's next move.

South Korean defense major LIG Nex1 plans to change its name to LIG Defense & Aerospace (LIG D&A) to mark its 50th anniversary and pivot toward the global space market.

PwC announces a major expansion in crypto audit and consulting for 2026, driven by U.S. regulatory clarity and the GENIUS Act. Read about the Big Four's new strategy.

Hyundai and Kia reached a record 1.83 million U.S. sales in 2025. While hybrid sales soared by 26%, EV demand dropped by 16%, highlighting a major shift in consumer preference.

XRP price surged past $2.12 on January 5, 2026, as exchange supply hit multi-year lows and ETF inflows reached $13.59M. Read the full market analysis.

The 2026 Tokyo Stock Exchange Daihatsu rally saw the Nikkei surge by 1,600 yen. Semiconductor stocks led the charge, while Trump's Greenland comments sparked geopolitical debate.

Bitcoin briefly hits $93,000 on January 5, 2026, as $260M in liquidations fuel a massive new year rally amid Venezuela's geopolitical shifts.

Bitcoin hit $93,000 on Jan 5, 2026, marking its longest daily winning streak in 3 months. Geopolitical tension in Venezuela and ETF inflows are fueling the rally.

Hong Kong's biotech fundraising momentum is set to continue through 2026, driven by global licensing deals and strong IPO performance from Chinese drug developers.

Oil prices remain steady despite intense political turmoil in Venezuela. PRISM explores why markets are ignoring the geopolitical risk in 2026.