Topic: Business & Economy — Neutral reports only
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[2026-04-20 15:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- Space authorities of South Korea and India held a joint industry event Monday to expand cooperation and explore space-related business opportunities between the countries, Seoul's space agency said.
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[2026-04-20 15:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: On board an oil tanker navigating the tense waters between the Gulf of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz, Iraqi Captain Rahman Al-Jubouri continues to work in one of the world’s most volatile maritime corridors, where the U.S.-Israel war with Iran has disrupted global trade, leaving some crews stranded and exposed to attacks.
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[2026-04-20 15:03 UTC+10:00] [Australian politics] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: End of war ‘can’t come soon enough’, treasurer says, as inflation expected to rise above 5% in Australia with global supply chains buffeted
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[2026-04-20 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Global institutions forecast slower growth in Asia-Pacific this year, as the Iran war and tariff risks combine to disrupt global trade
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[2026-04-20 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Global institutions forecast slower growth in Asia-Pacific this year, as the Iran war and tariff risks combine to disrupt global trade
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[2026-04-20 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Economic growth (GDP)] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: Twin reports from top accounting firms underline scale of economic threat as Iran war shatters business confidence
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[2026-04-20 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The National (UAE)
Snippet: Pay a higher rent with four cheques, or less in one – and all upfront. This is a dreaded decision many tenants must make living in the UAE.
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[2026-04-20 14:54 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]
Source: 9News
Snippet: Auto news: Public electric car charging cables cut and stolen at shopping centre
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[2026-04-20 14:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Drivers charge their Tata EVs at a charging station in Mumbai on Sept. 9, 2025. Total electric car sales in India grew 87% in the fiscal year through March, with incoming emissions rules expected to give the segment a further boost in the near future. © Reuters
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[2026-04-20 14:43 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: Olympio Metals has delivered another solid batch of drill results from its Bousquet gold project on the regional-scale Cadillac Break structure in Quebec, Canada. Latest assays suggest grades at its Paquin prospect are improving down-plunge.
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[2026-04-20 14:26 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
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[2026-04-20 14:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Standard Chartered Bank Korea said it is strengthening its “next-generation private banking model” for affluent clients, alongside the launch of a global lifestyle program.
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[2026-04-20 14:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and the United States have agreed on enhancing cooperation to fight money laundering activities in the Asia-Pacific region, Seoul's financial regulator said Monday.
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[2026-04-20 14:06 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 92]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Several weeks into the Middle East conflict, uncertainty remains elevated around both its duration and the conditions for de-escalation. While diplomatic efforts have intensified, there is limited clarity on the timing or nature of any resolution. Against this backdrop, it is increasingly important to assess how prolonged disruption could affect South Korea’s economy and property markets.
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[2026-04-20 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Financial Times
Snippet: PublishedApril 20 2026
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[2026-04-20 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The National (UAE)
Snippet: Leading financiers will flock back to the UAE and Gulf as the risk of the Iran war reigniting declines, one of Goldman Sachs' top bankers has said.
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[2026-04-20 13:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: People work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Monday, April 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
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[2026-04-20 13:47 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: Golden Dragon has unleashed a fresh phase of reverse circulation (RC) drilling at its Behring Bore and Coodardy prospects within its Cue project in WA’s Murchison, chasing both scale and strike in a steadily expanding high-grade gold system.
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[2026-04-20 13:25 UTC+10:00] [Finance] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-04-20 13:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Samsung SDI's battery factory in Hungary is one of Europe's largest battery facilities. © Reuters
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[2026-04-20 13:14 UTC+10:00] [MORE SPORTS] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Japan Times
Snippet: World Rugby chair Brett Robinson said that the sport "can't sit still" if it wants to grow, including conquering the "challenge" that is the United States with the 2031 World Cup.
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[2026-04-20 13:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- IKEA Korea said Monday it plans to open three additional outlets by 2027 as part of efforts to strengthen its market presence and drive sales growth.
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[2026-04-20 13:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Middle East Eye
Snippet: The United Arab Emirates has opened talks with the United States about establishing an economic safety net if the war involving Iran worsens, according to The Wall Street Journal.
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[2026-04-20 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The National (UAE)
Snippet: Live updates: Follow the latest news on US-Iran war
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[2026-04-20 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The National (UAE)
Snippet: Over nearly two months since the US-Israel war on Iran began, Tehran has held both global shipping and the world economy to ransom.
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[2026-04-20 12:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- A delegation of 17 South Korean asset management chiefs, lead by the Korea Financial Investment Association (KOFIA), is set to visit Singapore and China this week, the association said Monday.
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[2026-04-20 12:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP Hong Kong SeriesIn turbulent times, will Hong Kong be a safe haven?The US-Israeli war on Iran has unleashed sharp swings across global energy and financial markets, fuelling demand for safe-haven assets, with Hong Kong emerging as a potential beneficiary across gold, property and capital markets. In this three-part series, we look at Hong Kong’s position as a stable ground despite the global turmoil.
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[2026-04-20 12:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP Hong Kong SeriesIn turbulent times, will Hong Kong be a safe haven?The US-Israeli war on Iran has unleashed sharp swings across global energy and financial markets, fuelling demand for safe-haven assets, with Hong Kong emerging as a potential beneficiary across gold, property and capital markets. In this three-part series, we look at Hong Kong’s position as a stable ground despite the global turmoil.
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[2026-04-20 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The city’s safe-harbour appeal for capital and investments grows as China’s support strengthens its edge while Dubai faces pressure
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[2026-04-20 12:30 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The city’s safe-harbour appeal for capital and investments grows as China’s support strengthens its edge while Dubai faces pressure
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[2026-04-20 12:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: A worker inspects products at a Top Glove factory in Shah Alam, Malaysia: Rubber glove manufacturing is a key industry in the country. © Reuters
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[2026-04-20 12:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- Hyundai Rotem Co., the defense systems manufacturing arm of Hyundai Motor Group, said Monday its credit rating has been raised by all three major domestic appraisal agencies, citing the company's improved profitability and financial stability.
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[2026-04-20 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Tankers are anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Qeshm Island, Iran on April 18. © AP
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[2026-04-20 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Deliveries of the home-grown airliner billed to take on US, European competitors have been slow, with just three dispatched in the first quarter
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[2026-04-20 12:00 UTC+10:00] [China Southern] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Deliveries of the home-grown airliner billed to take on US, European competitors have been slow, with just three dispatched in the first quarter
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[2026-04-20 11:58 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: April 20, 2026 — 11:58am
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[2026-04-20 11:48 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: The chief of the Korea Exchange departed for Hong Kong on Monday to attend a general meeting of a federation of stock exchanges in the Asia region, the bourse operator said.
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[2026-04-20 11:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- The chief of the Korea Exchange (KRX) departed for Hong Kong on Monday to attend a general meeting of a federation of stock exchanges in the Asia region, the bourse operator said.
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[2026-04-20 11:40 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: Treasurer Jim Chalmers has admitted the country is facing higher inflation, lower economic growth and a likely increase in unemployment, with next month’s budget and the broader economy held hostage to how quickly the war against Iran is resolved.
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[2026-04-20 11:32 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Outgoing Bank of Korea Gov. Rhee Chang-yong said Monday achieving economic stability and growth through monetary and fiscal policy alone has become increasingly difficult, calling for a broader role for the central bank in addressing long-term structural challenges.
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[2026-04-20 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing has upped the ante with help and pressure, including calling upon the business community’s patriotism, but the Hong Kong government must still sell the business plan
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[2026-04-20 11:30 UTC+10:00] [Brian Wong] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing has upped the ante with help and pressure, including calling upon the business community’s patriotism, but the Hong Kong government must still sell the business plan
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[2026-04-20 11:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will run a promotion booth at a major defense exhibition in Malaysia this week aimed at promoting homegrown arms products eyeing entry into the Southeast Asian market, the state arms procurement agency said Monday.
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[2026-04-20 11:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- Outgoing Bank of Korea (BOK) Gov. Rhee Chang-yong said Monday achieving economic stability and growth through monetary and fiscal policy alone has become increasingly difficult, calling for a broader role for the central bank in addressing long-term structural challenges.
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[2026-04-20 11:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung's approval rating has hit a record high of 65.5 percent since his inauguration in June last year on achievements in the economy and energy security, a poll showed Monday.
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[2026-04-20 11:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: China held its benchmark lending rates unchanged for an 11th straight month, keeping its powder dry as policymakers weigh the economic fallout from the Middle East war against resilient growth at home and fading deflationary pressure that has given Beijing less urgency to act.
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[2026-04-20 11:01 UTC+10:00] [Property / News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: An ageing two-bedroom apartment in an old tower on the Brisbane River has smashed its building record, selling for $1.44 million under the hammer as the city’s unit market continues to defy a broader market slowdown.
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[2026-04-20 10:35 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: SK hynix Inc. said Monday it has begun mass production of a next-generation memory module designed for artificial intelligence servers, as it seeks to strengthen its position in the AI infrastructure market.
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[2026-04-20 10:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- South Korea has pledged to ensure no obstacles to investment as it begins phased inclusion in the World Government Bond Index (WGBI), a key global government bond benchmark run by FTSE Russell, the finance ministry said Monday.
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[2026-04-20 10:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MUXIMA, Angola — Pope Leo XIV on Sunday recalled the "sorrow and great suffering" Angolans endured for centuries, as the American pope prayed at a Catholic shrine located at the site of an important hub of the African slave trade during Portugal's colonial rule.
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