Weak Australian consumer sentiment backs March RBA pause, Westpac still sees May hike
Australian consumer confidence slumped again in February, strengthening the case for an RBA pause in March, though analysts…
Lower-income families face 137-year wait for living standards to double, says UK thinktank | UK news
It would take 137 years for lower-income families in the UK to see their living standards double at…
In China, consumerism trumps nationalism despite tensions with the U.S. and Japan
HONG KONG — In China, consumerism appears to outweigh nationalism regardless of how testy relations have become in…
Bangladesh's BNP promises 'total deregulation' if it comes to power – Nikkei Asia
Bangladesh’s BNP promises ‘total deregulation’ if it comes to power Nikkei AsiaTarique Rahman’s BNP’s Manifesto: The India Angle Explained NDTVBangladesh…
China moving early as confidence in US debt frays
China is urging its biggest banks to curb their exposure to US Treasuries, a calculated intervention in the…
China’s cruise industry passes major milestone as Beijing eyes travel boom
China’s first home-grown large cruise ship has now handled 1 million passengers since its commercial debut two years…
Japan pushes fast budget passage as food tax cuts, funding debated
Japan’s new government is pushing to fast-track its budget and tax agenda, with food tax cuts and funding…
Cuba says airlines can no longer refuel on the island as US blockade deepens energy crisis
A Viva Aerobus Airline jet is towed at the Jose Marti International Airport as Cuba warned international airlines…
Financial account recorded $2b surplus in first half of FY26, overall BOP remains positive
Supported by the strong financial account surplus, Bangladesh’s overall balance of payments recorded a surplus of $1.94 billion…
Bangladesh secures reduced 19% US tariff, exemption for some apparel made with US material; slightly higher than India
Bangladesh has secured a reduced 19% U.S. tariff under a trade agreement signed between the two countries on…
South Africa’s farm exports hit $15.1bn record as US shipments slump
The figure represents a 10 percent year-on-year increase and marks the seventh consecutive annual rise in agricultural exports,…
GT Voice: China’s consumption vitality can help India boost trade resilience
Illustration: Chen Xia/GT India’s tea exports reportedly climbed to a record high in 2025, driven by an increase…