US Delays Fresh Chip Tariffs Against China to Keep The Peace
The Trump administration said it will impose new tariffs on chips imported from China due to Beijing’s…
Sharp price increases make basic foodstuffs unaffordable for millions in Canada
A homeless encampment in Kitchener, Ontario, in front of the former Krug Furniture factory The latest report on…
German Exports to China Declining as a Share of German GDP
December 24, 2025 Germany’s exports to China have declined relative to GDP, while China’s exports to Germany have…
China unveils revised catalogue to attract foreign investment
The first batch of zero-tariff petrochemical raw and auxiliary materials arrived at Yangpu Port in Hainan…
US consumer confidence tumbles in December
US consumer confidence languished at a multi-month low in December as a slowing job market offset better sentiment…
IMF Report Discloses US$214 Million Losses from Gold for Reserves Programme
Gold Operational costs from Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) alongside trading shortfalls have driven losses under the Bank of…
A tale of two markets: Hong Kong property prices stabilise as mainland China slump drags on
As the mainland Chinese housing downturn drags on, Hong Kong’s market is showing early signs of stabilising, reshaping…
Nomura flags Asia policy split as Fed seen cutting twice in 2026
Summary Nomura sees Asia’s easing cycle largely complete despite low inflation A north–south monetary policy divide is emerging…
China firmly opposes US tariffs on chips, vows measures to protect its interests
Chip Photo: VCG China said on Wednesday that it firmly opposes the US abuse of tariffs and unwarranted…
Why 2026 Could Be Tough for Job Hunters and Employers Alike
Key Takeaways The U.S. is on track for slow job growth in 2026, according to forecasters.Tariff-related uncertainty is…
China expands digital-yuan push to Singapore and Asean trade routes
In an effort to further promote the internationalisation of China’s currency, Beijing has pledged to expand the use…
Economy: Did we ‘survive 2025′ – and will there be a fix for ’26?
So why has the economy so persistently underperformed this year? Mike Jones, chief economist at BNZ, said there…