Japan’s economy limps back to scant growth in Q4, raises test for Takaichi
By Makiko Yamazaki and Chang-Ran Kim TOKYO, Feb 16 (Reuters) – Japan’s economy limped back to meagre growth…
Basic Goods in Bulgaria Now Cost More Than in Germany and France – Novinite.com
Recent data indicate that the cost of basic foods in Bulgaria has surpassed that of several Western European…
IMF says Australia achieving soft landing but warns on inflation risks & fiscal looseness
IMF says Australia is landing softly, but inflation and global risks demand policy vigilance. Summary: IMF sees Australia…
Economic and event calendar in Asia Monday, February 16, 2026 – China markets closed today
The key market influence today is the closure of Chinese mainland markets and half days on ly in…
African countries caught between UAE and Saudi Arabia as gulf rift spills into trade, gold and ports
The feud cast a shadow over the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union, held in Addis Ababa,…
Japan’s economy avoids technical recession, but fourth-quarter rebound misses expectations
Pedestrians stand in front of an electronic quotation board displaying the numbers of the Nikkei Stock Average on…
Xi Jinping pushes domestic demand as China braces for rising global trade uncertainty
Beijing pivots toward consumption-led growth as export reliance faces mounting global headwinds. While Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke…
New Zealand services sector expands in January but momentum eases
NZ services expand modestly, but confidence and hiring remain subdued. Summary: PSI slips but stays in expansion, easing…
Simon Harris wants the ‘squeezed middle’ to be able to make substantial return on investments
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Households and the Reserve Bank’s official cash rate decision
Many householders, especially those looking to refix their mortgage rates, will be watching the Reserve Bank’s update next…
Consumer price index falls; inflation at lowest in nearly 5 years as housing prices r
The consumer price index fell 0.3% in January, exceeding analysts’ expectations for a decline of between 0.1% and…
‘Focus less on margins’: PM Modi says private sector ‘critical’ for Viksit Bharat, offers strong advise – top quotes | India News
Prime Minister Narendra Modi NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the private sector will…