Japan's summer outbound travel to fall 9% on weak yen, 1st post-COVID drop
Japan's summer outbound travel to fall 9% due to weak yen and rising costs, first post-COVID drop.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
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Fed's Williams Sees AI Demand as Primary Inflation Risk
New York Fed President John Williams identifies AI-fueled demand as primary inflation worry, potentially leading to rate hikes if inflation exceeds expectations.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
‘El Niño poses biggest threat to central India’: Sivananda Damodara Pai
El Niño is projected to intensify, posing a threat to central India's monsoon, with below-normal rainfall expected, and farmers advised to adopt climate-smart adaptation strategies.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
Intimidation and confrontation as March and March’s Thursday protests kick off
Protests in Johannesburg turn violent as groups target migrant-owned businesses and homes, sparking concerns of vigilantism and xenophobia.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
South Korea Alongside China, US, Hong Kong, Australia and More Major Inbound Tourism Markets Face Japan Travel Challenge as Seventy Percent of Accommodation Facilities Battle Severe Staff Shortages Amid Surging Visitor Growth
Japan's record visitor growth is putting pressure on its accommodation sector, with 70% of hotels and lodging facilities facing severe staff shortages, amid surging demand from major inbound tourism markets.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
South Africans feel the squeeze as economy faces another challenging week
South Africa's economy faces another challenging week with rising living costs and slowing economic activity, putting pressure on household budgets.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
Car crisis takes toll on Germany’s young engineers
Germany's car crisis is taking a toll on young engineers, with many struggling to find jobs despite their skills in autonomous driving systems, as the industry faces stagnant growth and fierce Chinese competition.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
How NZ cricket’s reputation is building business bridges in India
Cricket is building business bridges between NZ and India, former Black Cap Geoff Allott says.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
Inside New Zealand's shrinking building and construction industry
New Zealand's building industry is shrinking with a significant downturn in construction and building firms, and few signs of improvement in the near future.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
China Bonds with Thailand, Singapore, South Korea and Others as Record-Breaking Outbound Travel Boom Drives a New Global Travel Era, Transforming Millions of Chinese Families and Senior Travellers Into Powerful Tourism Growth
China’s outbound travel market is entering a powerful new growth phase as millions of families and senior travellers drive a record summer tourism surge, with destinations including Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea and other international m
By Admin · 7/12/2026
‘Almost unlimited’: Execs says AI demand remains strong even as enterprises move to ‘valuemaxxing’
AI demand remains strong despite market volatility, with execs saying it's 'almost unlimited' as enterprises focus on rationalizing spending.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter
Aldi's $4 almond butter is a game-changer for US shoppers, as the discount grocer expands its presence in urban hubs
By Admin · 7/12/2026
How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter
Aldi's $4 almond butter is a game-changer for US shoppers, as the discount store takes on traditional supermarkets with its affordable prices and high-quality products.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
Data center pipeline faces construction delays, cancellations to mount through 2027: Bernstein
Data center construction faces delays and cancellations due to power and supply-chain issues, with easing expected after 2026.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
Focus turns to building stronger institutions in Africa to speed shift to renewable energy
Africa's clean energy challenge has shifted from building projects to building institutions and regulatory systems, experts say, to deliver renewables at scale and connect 600 million people to power.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
Should Stronger Jubilee Output and Asset Sales Amid New Sell Rating Require Action From Kosmos Energy (KOS) Investors?
Kosmos Energy's Jubilee field delivers higher output, but faces new Sell rating. How does this impact its investment narrative and risk profile?
By Admin · 7/12/2026
Focus turns to building stronger institutions in Africa to speed shift to renewable energy
Africa's clean energy challenge shifts from building projects to institutions, with 600 million people awaiting power connection, as renewables reach historic milestone globally
By Admin · 7/12/2026
Semiconductor Peak-Out Fears Weigh on Kospi, but Brokerages See Buying Opportunity
Kospi becomes attractive on valuation grounds despite volatility, with brokerages seeing a buying opportunity as semiconductors and earnings season drive market direction.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
AI demand strong as enterprises shift to ROI focus, impacting Anthropic valuation
AI demand remains strong as enterprises focus on ROI, impacting Anthropic's valuation prospects, with market sentiment supporting a potential increase.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
Maldives Surges With Thailand, Japan, Nepal and Indonesia as Asia Tourism Boom Accelerates With Dream Beaches, Himalayan Expeditions, Ancient Heritage, Wildlife Encounters and Luxury Escapes Creating Unforgettable Traveler Experiences
The Asia tourism boom is driven by destinations like Maldives, Thailand, and Japan, offering unique experiences and activities for travelers.
By Admin · 7/12/2026
BoC Set to Hold as Inflation and Growth Concerns Fade
The Bank of Canada is expected to hold the overnight rate at 2.25% as inflation and growth concerns ease, marking a sixth consecutive pause.
By Admin · 7/11/2026
PM Modi hails India-New Zealand FTA as ‘historic milestone’, says it will deepen bilateral ties
PM Modi hails India-New Zealand FTA as 'historic milestone', says it will deepen bilateral ties and enhance trade relations.
By Admin · 7/11/2026
'Disappointing': Dairy exporters divided over India trade deal impact
NZ dairy exporters express disappointment over limited market access in India trade deal, citing unmet expectations
By Admin · 7/11/2026
Roadmap to 2030: India, New Zealand seal 18 pacts across defence, trade and security
India and New Zealand have elevated their ties to a strategic partnership, signing 18 agreements across defence, trade, and security.
By Admin · 7/11/2026
PM Modi in New Zealand LIVE: India, New Zealand elevate ties to strategic partnership
India and New Zealand have elevated their ties to a strategic partnership, aiming to double bilateral trade to ₹35,000 crore by 2030.
By Admin · 7/11/2026
Kenya’s growth is losing pace, says World Bank
Kenya's economy is losing pace due to structural weaknesses, warns World Bank. The country must tackle fiscal pressure, low productivity and climate change to sustain growth.
By Admin · 7/11/2026
Sri Lanka Aligns With Thailand, India, UAE, Qatar, Malaysia and More in Facing Middle East Crisis Aftershocks as Rising Energy Prices, Expensive Flights and Supply Chain Problems Put Tourism Recovery Under Pressure
The Middle East crisis is affecting tourism-dependent economies, with rising energy prices and expensive flights putting recovery under pressure, despite resilient tourism demand.
By Admin · 7/11/2026
Dollar/Yen Braces for Battle at 160-164 Range as New Fed Chair Testimony and US CPI Serve as Litmus Tests
The dollar/yen pair is expected to trade within a 160-164 range as the market awaits Fed Chair Warsh's testimony and US CPI data, key events that will determine the dollar's trajectory.
By Admin · 7/11/2026
Of more trips but smaller baskets: The return of 'kadogo' economy
The 'kadogo' economy is back, with consumers making more trips but buying smaller quantities.
By Admin · 7/11/2026
AI Agents Battleground, Xiaomi's Living Room EV and IPO Winners and Losers
China rolls out new policies on carbon emissions, e-commerce, and healthcare, impacting AI agents, Xiaomi's EV, and IPO winners and losers.
By Admin · 7/11/2026