Slumping Lithium Prices Signal Angst Over China’s Demand Outlook
Lithium prices are spiraling down toward the lowest level in two years on concerns over the strength of
2023-10-02 10:49
World Bank Cuts Growth Estimates for East Asia as China Falters
Developing economies in East Asia and the Pacific are set to see slower growth this year and next
2023-10-02 10:47
Asia’s Manufacturing Downturn Deepens Amid Depressed Demand
Manufacturing activity remained muted in Asia ahead of the peak holiday season, extending its protracted slump this year.
2023-10-02 10:29
Japan stocks soar as yen hits 1-year low
By Kevin Buckland TOKYO Japanese stocks soared on Monday, with the exporter-heavy Nikkei 225 share average buoyed by
2023-10-02 10:23
Japan Manufacturers’ Sentiment Improves for Second Quarter
Confidence among Japan’s large manufacturers picked up for a second consecutive quarter, as the economy continued its patchy
2023-10-02 09:28
Buoyant dollar pushes fragile yen to within striking distance of 150
By Rae Wee SINGAPORE The dollar kicked off the last quarter of the year on the front foot
2023-10-02 09:24
Why a US Recession Is Still Likely — and Coming Soon
When everyone expects a soft landing, brace for impact. That’s the lesson of recent economic history — and
2023-10-02 05:59
Marketmind: U.S. shutdown relief vs mixed China PMIs
By Jamie McGeever A look at the day ahead in Asian markets from Jamie McGeever, financial markets columnist.
2023-10-02 05:59
International Longshore and Warehouse US dockworkers union files for bankruptcy
The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) representing U.S. dockworkers has filed for a chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
2023-10-02 00:21
Saudi Wealth Fund Said to Hit Weak Demand for Marafiq Stake Sale
Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund delayed the potential sale of its remaining stake in a local utility firm
2023-10-01 22:51
McCarthy Faces Attempt by Far Right to Remove Him as Speaker
Kevin McCarthy’s embrace of a bipartisan deal to avert a US government shutdown has triggered a mutiny by
2023-10-01 22:27
South Africa Says Kusile Coal Plant to Revive Capacity This Year
South Africa said its state-owned power utility will add 2,400 megawatts of generating capacity to the country’s strained
2023-10-01 20:20