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Newest first · UTC+11:00Seoul shares sharply down late Tue. morning on profit-taking
South Korean stocks traded lower late Tuesday morning as investors rushed to cash out market heavyweights, bucking overnight gains on Wall Street.
· Yonhap
Fear of missing out: why Asia-Pacific firms pour money into AI despite scant returns
Survey shows many enterprises across the region invest heavily in AI, worried that their rivals will outpace them
· Daisy Wu
Fear of missing out: why Asia-Pacific firms pour money into AI despite scant returns
Survey shows many enterprises across the region invest heavily in AI, worried that their rivals will outpace them
· Daisy Wu
11 Macau banks sign up for Project mBridge as city joins digital currency platform
Project mBridge is seen as part of Beijing’s push to establish alternatives to traditional, US-dollar-centric payment networks
· Sylvia Ma
Macau taps into Project mBridge digital currency platform
Project mBridge is seen as part of Beijing’s push to establish alternatives to traditional, US-dollar-centric payment networks
· Sylvia Ma
TMK strengthens commercial muscle as Mongolian gas play matures
TMK Energy has added fresh operational and corporate firepower to its Mongolian gas ambitions by appointing an experienced oil and gas veteran to the role of production manager as its Gurvantes XXXV pilot project gathers momentum towards development.
· Penny Taylor
Want more financial success? These three things are holding you back
June 2, 2026 — 2:32pm
· Paridhi Jain
True North hits 51m copper zone near Qld Cloncurry mine
True North Copper has delivered a suite of broad, shallow copper and gold assay results from a recently completed exploration and resource extension drilling program at its Great Australia Mine in North-West Queensland.
· Murray Ward
Trump administration proposes 25% tariff on Brazilian goods over unfair trade practices
The Office of the United States Trade Representative has proposed 25% tariffs on Brazilian goods under Section 301, determining that the South American nation had engaged in practices that "are unreasonable and burden or restrict U.S. commerce."
· Lim Hui Jie
Chinese firms’ overseas expansion fuelled by huge government subsidies: OECD report
Chinese commerce chamber argued the OECD had followed international measuring standards, unfairly targeted China’s state-led financial model
· Xiaofei Xu
Chinese firms’ overseas expansion fuelled by huge government subsidies: OECD report
Chinese commerce chamber argued the OECD had followed international measuring standards, unfairly targeted China’s state-led financial model
· Xiaofei Xu
[Vantage Point] Ayala Land: The urban machine
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· bcalica0379
Zambia looking for concrete gains from Korea-Africa talks: deputy secretary
Zambia is urging South Korea to move beyond pledges and deliver financing commitments, industrial investment and technology partnerships as Seoul expands its engagement with African countries, says Siazongo Siakalenge, Zambia’s deputy secretary to the cabinet for finance and economic development.
· Sanjay Kumar
250 years strong: The chemistry behind America’s success
This summer marks a historic milestone as the nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of its founding. As Americans reflect on the patriotism, ingenuity, and progress that have shaped the country, it would be remiss to not recognize the pivotal role that chemistry has played in its development. From…
· Stephanie Kempadoo
Asian shares mostly fall as fighting threatens the US-Iran ceasefire
People walk in front of an electronic stock board showing Japan’s Nikkei index at a securities firm Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Tokyo. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)
· Yuri Kageyama
New York governor criticises participation of 'extremist' Smotrich in city event
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has “strongly condemned” the participation of Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich in the city’s annual pro-Israel parade.
· Middleeasteye
Blue Origin launch pad repairs could take 'serious time', NASA chief says - report
Damage to a Blue Origin launch pad from the spectacular explosion of the company's giant New Glenn rocket during a test firing of its engines last week will "take some serious time" to repair, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman told CNBC on Monday.
· REUTERS
France intercepts another 'shadow fleet' tanker linked to Russian oil
France's navy has intercepted a sanctioned tanker linked to the Russian oil trade in the Atlantic Ocean and ordered the vessel to head for the French mainland, in a move Russia said was illegal and bordered on "international piracy."
· REUTERS
Twins acquire RHP Justin Lawrence from Pirates for cash
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins acquired right-handed reliever Justin Lawrence from the Pittsburgh Pirates for cash on Monday night.
Emirates NBD and FAB lead responsible AI index as region's banks close gap with global peers | The National
Two UAE banks, Emirates NBD and First Abu Dhabi Bank, have topped an index tracking the use of responsible artificial intelligence, receiving recognition for their role in narrowing the gap in adoption between the banking and finance sector in the Middle East and Africa and global peers.
· Alvin R Cabral
Salesforce Japan to focus on helping firms deploy AI effectively
Salesforce Japan, a customer relationship management software company, plans to step up investments in artificial intelligence, focusing on data management, to help Japanese companies deploy AI effectively, Chairperson and CEO Shinichi Koide said.
· No Author
Nvidia forays into CPU market for everything in challenge to Intel, AMD
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang speaks at a news conference in Taipei on June 2. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
· Staff Writer
(LEAD) Lee orders prompt action to stabilize prices, warns against market cornering
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· Park Boram
Australian LNG union begins strikes at Tokyo-based Inpex’s Ichthys plant
Workers at Inpex’s Ichthys liquefied natural gas export project in Australia have started strikes after talks between union members and the company stalled.
· No Author
S. Korea asks Libya to support greater presence of Korean firms in African nation
SEOUL, June 2 (Yonhap) -- South Korea has asked Libya to support the expansion of South Korean companies' presence in the North African country, particularly in the oil and refining sectors, Seoul's foreign ministry said Tuesday.
· Oh Seok-min
SK Bioscience wins first UNICEF flu vaccine contract
SK Bioscience said Tuesday it had been selected as a supplier of influenza vaccines to UNICEF, securing its first procurement contract with the United Nations agency and expanding its presence in the global public vaccine market.
· Lee Han-gyoul
A Three-Part Story: These Were The Best And Worst Performing Assets In February
The Middle East continued to dominate market attention in May, as constant, daily, recurring hopes and media leaks and trial balloons for some kind of US-Iran deal meant that Brent crude oil fell -19.3%, marking its biggest monthly decline since March 2020 as the pandemic lockdowns began. Those hopes for an end to t…
· Tyler Durden
S. Korea, Africa hold biz forum to discuss economic cooperation
SEOUL, June 2 (Yonhap) -- Hundreds of business leaders and government officials from South Korea and African nations attended a business forum Tuesday to discuss ways to deepen economic cooperation and expand industrial partnerships, Seoul's foreign ministry said.
· Oh Seok-min
Seoul shares sharply down late Tue. morning on profit-taking
SEOUL, June 2 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks traded lower late Tuesday morning as investors rushed to cash out market heavyweights, bucking overnight gains on Wall Street.
· Kim Eun-jung
(Yonhap Interview) Egyptian FM proposes Korean industrial zone on Suez Canal
SEOUL, June 2 (Yonhap) -- Egypt's top diplomat on Tuesday proposed South Korean companies establish a dedicated industrial zone along the Suez Canal by expanding investment in the country, noting that if realized, it would help job creations and raise Korean firms' market access.
· Chang Dong-woo
Lee orders prompt action to stabilize prices, warns against market cornering
SEOUL, June 2 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday instructed officials to take prompt action to stabilize consumer prices while calling for stern punishments for those accused of market cornering.
· Park Boram
SpaceX, Anthropic, OpenAI: What if one of the mega AI IPOs fizzles?
June 2, 2026 — 12:09pm
· Stephen Bartholomeusz
Lonely consumers in China fuel a $74 billion companionship economy
On the stone steps leading up Mount Tai, one of China’s best-known peaks, hikers can book and pay for “climbing buddies” to walk with them, carry bags and take photos for a few hundred yuan.
· Sophie Yu
[Contribution] Why next phase of equity rally matters
Global equity markets have delivered a dramatic start to 2026. A sharp correction in the first quarter was swiftly followed by a V-shaped recovery, underscoring both the fragility and resilience of investor sentiment. Yet, beneath the volatility lies a more constructive story of robust corporate fundamentals. Accord…
· Korea Herald
Nvidia's Jensen Huang to make Korean TV debut during Seoul visit
AI industry icon to meet Korean business leaders this week before appearing on popular talk show 'You Quiz on the Block'
· Jie Ye-eun
Asia’s ‘NewSpace’ economy is about more than just exploration
Outer space is growing beyond a scientific frontier to become a forum for contests over sovereignty and economic security
· Yogi Putranto
Asia’s ‘NewSpace’ economy is about more than just exploration
Outer space is growing beyond a scientific frontier to become a forum for contests over sovereignty and economic security
· Yogi Putranto
Pagcor boosts safeguards against casino money laundering
MANILA, Philippines -- The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) has ordered casinos and other gaming entities to strengthen their anti-money laundering (AML) controls after issuing a new set of red flag indicators aimed at detecting transactions linked to corruption and illicit financial activities.
· Niña Myka Pauline Arceo
Inflation expected to stay above 3% amid prolonged Middle East tensions: BOK
Inflation is projected to remain above the 3 percent level for the time being as the impact of high oil prices spills over into other sectors of the economy amid prolonged Middle East tensions, the central bank said Tuesday.
· Yonhap
Inflation expected to stay above 3 pct amid prolonged Middle East tensions: BOK
SEOUL, June 2 (Yonhap) -- Inflation is projected to remain above the 3 percent level for the time being as the impact of high oil prices spills over into other sectors of the economy amid prolonged Middle East tensions, the central bank said Tuesday.
· Kim Boram
Indonesian oil palm farmers bemoan new export rules after crop prices dive
Offloading oil palm fruit bunches in Bengkulu province, Indonesia. Prices have crashed around the country since the government recently announced a new export policy causing despair among farmers. (Photo by Dimas Ardian)
· ISMI DAMAYANTI
Hong Kong leader’s visit set to unlock Kazakh flights, with incentives eyed
Hong Kong-based airline exploring launching such flights up to three times a week but details are being ironed out
· Jeffie Lam
Hong Kong leader’s visit set to unlock Kazakh flights, with incentives eyed
Hong Kong-based airline exploring launching such flights up to three times a week but details are being ironed out
· Jeffie Lam
How U.S. Retailers Are Absorbing The Fuel-Price Shock
We have diligently tracked the Gulf-related fuel-price shock hitting the American consumer, with prices rising at the fastest rate in three years, personal savings depleted, and spending still running hot, a trend Goldman flags as increasingly troubling for the broader economy. This cocktail has revived uncomfortabl…
· Tyler Durden
About 3 million workers on minimum wage to receive 4.75% pay rise in Fair Work Commission ruling
Unions had demanded 6% pay increase for lowest paid after war in Middle East pushed inflation higher
· Patrick Commins
Fair Work Commission lifts minimum wage by 4.75 per cent
The Fair Work Commission has lifted minimum and award wages by 4.75 per cent from July this year.
· Millie Muroi
Amazon, eBay, Kogan ordered to halt sales of potentially deadly toys
The consumer watchdog has ordered online retailers including Amazon and eBay to halt sales of a range of toys and games products - including chess sets - marketed for children that contain potentially deadly magnets if swallowed.
· Elias Visontay
Funeral director advocate says lax rules make it too easy to start a business
By Gabrielle Becerra Mellet
· Gabrielle Becerra Mellet
Ron Paul: The Federal Reserve Is Why The People Are Unhappy
Authored by Ron Paul via The Ron Paul Institute for Peace & Prosperity,
· Tyler Durden