Japan Economic

Timee’s IPO Success Masks Deeper Challenges in Japan’s Gig Economy

Timee, Japan's leading gig work platform, held its first earnings call since its much-anticipated listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in July. CEO Ryo Ogawa proudly announced robust financial performance, underlined by a 72.6% increase in sales revenue and a...
China Home Sales

China’s Housing Market Sees Temporary Rebound During National Holiday, but Long-Term Sustainability Remains Uncertain

Recent steps taken by the Chinese government to rejuvenate the country’s struggling real estate market appear to have generated immediate positive results, judging by the sharp increase in housing sales and buyer interest observed during China’s National Day holiday. However,...
European Stocks

European Stocks Drop Amid Disappointment Over China’s Economic Stimulus: Mining and Luxury Sectors Hit Hard

Global Markets React to China’s Tepid Pledge as Investors Await US Inflation Data European stocks dropped sharply after China's latest pledge to support its economy failed to meet investors' hopes for a new wave of substantial stimulus measures. The Stoxx...
Chinese Yuan

China’s Economic Slowdown to Continue: World Bank Predicts Further Decline in 2025

The World Bank expects China’s economic growth to weaken further in 2025, despite a temporary boost from recent stimulus measures. This trend is likely to exert additional pressure on regional economies, particularly in East Asia and the Pacific, according to...
New York Stock Exchange

Investors Flood U.S.-Based China-Focused ETFs Amid Beijing’s Economic Stimulus, Betting on a Sustained Recovery

U.S.-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focused on Chinese markets experienced a massive inflow of $5.2 billion in new assets during the past week. This sudden flood of investments occurred while China’s financial markets were closed for a week-long national holiday, leaving...
China Economic Data

China’s Runaway Stock Rally Slows, Hong Kong Shares Slide Amid Investor Disappointment

The remarkable rally in China's stock markets began to show signs of fatigue on Tuesday, as Hong Kong shares took a steep tumble and mainland markets cooled off from their earlier peaks. Investors were left disappointed by the lack of...
Ukrainian service members inspect parts of a Russian S-70 drone in eastern Ukraine on October 5.

Russia’s S-70 Okhotnik Drone Crash: A Major Setback and Intelligence Opportunity

In the conflict in Ukraine and global military intelligence, Russia reportedly lost one of its few advanced S-70 Okhotnik ("Hunter") combat drones in eastern Ukraine. The crash marks a significant blow for Moscow while presenting a potential intelligence windfall for...
anti-Israel billboard is seen next to the Iranian flag during a celebration following the IRGC attack on Israel, in Tehran

Iran Summons Australian Ambassador Over Accusations of Bias in Israel Conflict

Tehran retaliates after missile strikes, as tensions escalate in Middle East Iran's foreign ministry has summoned Australia's ambassador to Tehran, Ian McConville, over what it calls Australia's "biased stance" regarding Iran's missile attacks on Israel. The incident, reported by Iranian...
Chinese and Taiwanese flags

China Poised to Launch Military Drills Near Taiwan: Tensions Rise Ahead of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s  speech

Tensions in the Taiwan Strait are escalating once again as China is expected to conduct military drills near Taiwan, with Taiwanese officials warning that President Lai Ching-te’s upcoming National Day speech could be used as a pretext for heightened Chinese...
Kim Jong Un

Kim Jong Un Vows to Accelerate North Korea’s Path to Becoming Military Superpower, Hints at Nuclear Use in Case of Attack

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declared that his regime would accelerate its efforts to become a military superpower with nuclear weapons and would not hesitate to use them if the nation came under attack. This bold declaration, broadcasted through...
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