Japan’s GDP declined in July-September on US tariffs, economists say
Economy 1st contraction in six quarters predicted at annualized 2.4% U.S. tariffs and stagnation of real wages are…
From fast food to beverage giants, brands see rising income inequality among customers
The most common refrain so far this corporate earnings season is that the U.S. economy is increasingly divided…
Indonesia’s Fragile Middle Class | Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Affan Kurniawan—a rideshare driver in Jakarta—was struck and killed by a police car during a protest on August…
China’s key role in APEC, Shenzhen’s innovation hailed in Gyeongju
A volunteer assists local residents with taking photos during the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting. Photo: Zou Zhidong/GT…
House prices rise, but has a recovery begun?
October’s jump in property values was the second monthly rise in a row. Photo: RNZ More cheaper houses…
Inflation in Greece falls to 1.7%
Greece’s European Union-harmonized inflation fell to 1.7% year-on-year in October from 1.8% in September, according to Eurostat preliminary…
AI Boom Drives US GDP Growth
I’m Ben Holland, an economics editor in Washington. Today we’re looking at the US AI boom and its…
PBBM secures P50.7-B Samsung expansion; eyes small nuclear plants
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. (File Photo) BUSAN, South Korea – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is ramping up…
Why subsidise sugar when cheaper options exist?
SPECIAL REPORT | Why is the sugar subsidy, which burdens the government’s coffers by up to RM500 million…
Rich Dad Poor Dad Author Robert Kiyosaki Warns Millions Could Be Wiped Out, Says Buy These…
Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki warned of a “massive crash” in financial markets, saying “millions will…
China’s manufacturing PMI shows steeper-than-expected downturn | snaps
China’s official manufacturing purchasing managers’ index slowed to 49.0, down from 49.8. This marked a 6-month low, tying…
APEC world leaders meeting highlights idea of ‘free and fair’ global trade is severely wounded
It is billed as one of the most significant annual trade gatherings, but this year’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation…