China has logged a US$1 trillion trade surplus. Where is all that money going?
Recent data on China’s external accounts presents a conundrum: while the country’s trade surplus has broken records, surpassing…
Foreign loan pledges jump 133% to $1.219b in first 5 months of FY26
Highlights: Foreign loan commitments rise 133% year-on-year $1.22b pledged July–November FY26 Disbursements reach $1.94bn in five months Bangladesh…
Influx of cheap Chinese imports could drive down UK inflation, economists say | Inflation
The UK is poised for an influx of cheap Chinese imports that could bring down inflation amid the…
Significant changes on the horizon for tourism industry
Cable car above Rotorua lake and city. Photo: 123RF The Tourism Minister has signalled significant change could be…
China’s central bank to implement digital yuan action plan, starting on New Year’s Day
The mascot of digital yuan Photo: VCG The People’s Bank of China (PBC), the country’s central bank, has…
Portugal household savings stabilise – The Portugal News
There was also a reinforcement of investment in housing of around 4.4% in the last year, according to…
India’s Foreign Debt: How Much India Owes, Which Countries Lend The Most | Economy News
New Delhi: Often hailed as an emerging global power, India’s rise is underpinned by a complex web of…
Tariffs Settling Around 15% As the Trade War De-Escalates: BofA CEO
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan said the Trump administration’s trade policy is showing signs of de-escalation after…
Greeks Work Longest Hours in the EU, Eurostat Data Show
Greeks work the longest hours among the EU states. Photo of the Parliament building. Credit: Gerard McGovern CC…
Iran reports boom in electronic check use
A file photo shows the headquarters of the Central Bank of Iran in northern Tehran.
Iran has…
Chinese cities face subway delays as Beijing targets wasteful spending, high debt levels
China is tapping the brakes on some subway expansions, including in certain affluent cities, a decision analysts said…
Economic & event calendar in Asia Monday, December 29, 2025: We hear from the BoJ (again!)
Its an almost empty economic and event calendar in the Asia-Pacific timezone today. Well, it is holidays! Professional…