[2026-05-29 23:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Investor skepticism looms over China Vanke's state-led turnaround

Snippet: China Vanke's shareholders meeting was held May 29 at its registered address in Shenzhen's Yantian district, currently a school. (Photo by Wataru Suzuki)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/china-debt-crunch/investor-skepticism-looms-over-china-vanke-s-state-led-turnaround

[2026-05-29 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China-led SCO bloc looks to fast-track plan for new bank that would rival Western lenders

Snippet: Member states seek more financial autonomy and localised credit by advancing an effort to fund regional growth using their national currencies, not the US dollar

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3355331/china-led-sco-bloc-looks-fast-track-plan-new-bank-would-rival-western-lenders?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 23:00 UTC+10:00] [Central Asian] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China-led SCO bloc looks to fast-track plan for new bank that would rival Western lenders

Snippet: Member states seek more financial autonomy and localised credit by advancing an effort to fund regional growth using their national currencies, not the US dollar

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3355331/china-led-sco-bloc-looks-fast-track-plan-new-bank-would-rival-western-lenders

[2026-05-29 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: SpaceX Reportedly Lowers IPO Valuation Target

Snippet: SpaceX is targeting a valuation of at least $1.8 trillion in its upcoming initial public offering, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter. This is below an earlier goal of more than $2 trillion.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/spacex-reportedly-lowers-ipo-valuation-target

[2026-05-29 22:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Futures Hit Another Record High After Pricing In Same "Iran Deal" Every Day For The Past Month

Snippet: US equity futures are higher, continuing their slow motion-gamma squeeze into record territory, as traders waited to see whether America and Iran could finally get the peace deal they have already priced in every single day for the past month. As of 8:00am ET, S&P futures are up 0.1%, and poised to rise for the ninth consecutive week, the best streak since 2023; Nasdaq futs also have modest gains.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/futures-hit-another-record-high-after-pricing-same-iran-deal-every-day-past-month

[2026-05-29 22:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: How the ‘double scar’ of past inflation woes and geopolitical shocks amid the Iran war is hitting consumers

Snippet: A "double scar" of past inflation woes and geopolitical trauma is warping how consumers view the economy and threatening a drop-off in retail spending, new research from the European Central Bank showed.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/29/iran-war-inflation-stagflation-eu-ecb-consumer-prices.html

[2026-05-29 22:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: French FinMin "Vigilant" After Economy Unexpectedly Contracts In Q1

Snippet: “We remain vigilant, without giving in to being alarmist,” said French Finance Minister Roland Lescure on social media after the Gallic nation saw its economy unexpectedly shrink at the start of the year.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/french-finmin-vigilant-after-economy-unexpectedly-contracts-q1

[2026-05-29 21:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: US To Power Base With Nuclear Aircraft Carrier As Navy Mulls New Floating Reactor Program

Snippet: Later this summer, the nuclear-powered USS Gerald R. Ford will export electricity from its two A1B reactors directly to Naval Station Norfolk, powering the largest naval base in the world from a $13 billion supercarrier sitting at the pier.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/us-chases-russia-exploring-nuclear-barges-navy-mulls-new-reactor-program

[2026-05-29 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The era when Europe viewed China as a partner is over, Brussels insider warns

Snippet: A new era of fractious EU-China trade relations is here to stay, as Brussels’ view of Beijing has fundamentally changed, lobbyist says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3355317/era-when-europe-viewed-china-partner-over-brussels-insider-warns?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 21:30 UTC+10:00] [Brussels] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The era when Europe viewed China as a partner is over, Brussels insider warns

Snippet: A new era of fractious EU-China trade relations is here to stay, as Brussels’ view of Beijing has fundamentally changed, lobbyist says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3355317/era-when-europe-viewed-china-partner-over-brussels-insider-warns

[2026-05-29 21:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: "Significantly Exceeding Expectations": Dell Erupts 40% After AI-Fueled Beat, Outlook Hike

Snippet: Dell Technologies surged 38% in New York premarket trading after delivering a major earnings beat and issuing a stronger-than-expected annual sales forecast, fueled by explosive demand for AI servers that continues to reshape the hardware sector.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/significantly-exceeding-expectations-dell-erupts-40-after-ai-fueled-beat-outlook-hike

[2026-05-29 20:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Consumers Face Fiscal-Cliff As Tax-Refund Sugar-High Fades

Snippet: Nearly two months of the national average gasoline price exceeding the politically sensitive $4-per-gallon level have left corporate America increasingly worried about consumer health this earnings season. Kraft Heinz's CEO warned that some households are "literally running out of money," while UBS analysts caution that even as the AI-linked chip and memory bubble inflates markets to new highs, there are growing "consumer cracks beneath the surface."

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/consumers-face-fiscal-cliff-tax-refund-sugar-high-fades

[2026-05-29 20:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: HKEX revamps Tech 100 index as Hong Kong benchmark struggles to keep pace with AI rally

Snippet: Seven firms including Hesai, Geekplus and Deepexi join the index as investors question whether local benchmarks reflect fast-rising AI sector

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3355329/hkex-revamps-tech-100-index-hong-kong-benchmark-struggles-keep-pace-ai-rally?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 20:37 UTC+10:00] [Alibaba Group Holding] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: HKEX revamps Tech 100 index as Hong Kong benchmark struggles to keep pace with AI rally

Snippet: Seven firms including Hesai, Geekplus and Deepexi join the index as investors question whether local benchmarks reflect fast-rising AI sector

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3355329/hkex-revamps-tech-100-index-hong-kong-benchmark-struggles-keep-pace-ai-rally

[2026-05-29 20:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan confirms $73bn yen-buying intervention over April-May

Snippet: Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama told reporters this month that she gained "full understanding" from U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Manami Yamada and Kazuho Fujiwara）

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/currencies/japan-confirms-73bn-yen-buying-intervention-over-april-may

[2026-05-29 20:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan confirms record $73bn yen-buying intervention in April-May

Snippet: Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama told reporters this month that she gained "full understanding" from U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Manami Yamada and Kazuho Fujiwara）

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/currencies/japan-confirms-record-73bn-yen-buying-intervention-in-april-may

[2026-05-29 19:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China extols potential of AI in guideline on marine biopharmaceuticals

Snippet: Ministry of Natural Resources urges research institutions and drug makers to use the technology to speed up the development of new drugs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3355313/china-extols-potential-ai-guideline-marine-biopharmaceuticals?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 19:31 UTC+10:00] [marine-derived pharmaceuticals] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China extols potential of AI in guideline on marine biopharmaceuticals

Snippet: Ministry of Natural Resources urges research institutions and drug makers to use the technology to speed up the development of new drugs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3355313/china-extols-potential-ai-guideline-marine-biopharmaceuticals

[2026-05-29 18:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Lebanon: Tyre residents clear rubble after Israeli strikes

Snippet: Smoke continued to rise over parts of Tyre as residents returned to inspect damaged homes, businesses and vehicles, navigating streets strewn with shattered glass and debris. Local officials said disruptions to electricity supplies and some medical services were hampering rescue and recovery efforts. The strikes were part of an expanded Israeli military campaign in southern Lebanon targeting what Israel described as Hezbollah infrastructure and launch sites, a move that has caused fresh displacement and heightened fears of a wider conflict.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/05/29/lebanon-tyre-residents-clear-rubble-after-israeli-strikes/

[2026-05-29 17:41 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Togo's foreign minister urges balanced view of Africa, cites Korea as development model

Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10759735

[2026-05-29 17:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japanese and South Korean stock markets soar on anticipation of Iran deal

Snippet: A board shows Nikkei Stock Average trading activity on May 29 in Tokyo. Asian stocks soared amid expectations for a tentative deal between the U.S. and Iran. (Photo by Rie Ishii)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/japanese-and-south-korean-stock-markets-soar-on-anticipation-of-iran-deal

[2026-05-29 17:10 UTC+10:00] [Business / The economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Trump’s misfire: The electric car takeover is now unstoppable

Snippet: You have reached your maximum number of saved items.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/the-economy/trump-s-misfire-the-electric-car-takeover-is-now-unstoppable-20260528-p601ej.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 17:03 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul opens honorary citizenship nominations for foreign residents

Snippet: Seoul is accepting nominations for its 2026 honorary citizenship program, which recognizes foreign residents who have contributed to the city in fields such as culture, the economy, welfare, science and AI.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10759695

[2026-05-29 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China pushes brokerages to help shape stock market narrative

Snippet: Regulators are moving to tighten oversight of brokerage research, aligning assessment criteria more closely with policy goals

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3355286/china-pushes-brokerages-help-shape-stock-market-narrative?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 17:00 UTC+10:00] [China Securities Regulatory Commission] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China pushes brokerages to help shape stock market narrative

Snippet: Regulators are moving to tighten oversight of brokerage research, aligning assessment criteria more closely with policy goals

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3355286/china-pushes-brokerages-help-shape-stock-market-narrative

[2026-05-29 16:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: European stocks end higher as investors mull potential Iran ceasefire extension

Snippet: European stocks closed higher on Friday as investors weighed the prospects for a potential extension of the ongoing fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/29/stoxx-dax-ftse-european-stocks-iran-ceasefire-markets.html

[2026-05-29 16:15 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Rappler

Title: [In This Economy] Risks of Pax Silica

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/in-this-economy-risks-pax-silica/

[2026-05-29 15:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: India looks to Japanese steelmaker JVs to address import dependencies

Snippet: Indian steelmakers are seeking to move up the value chain by localizing production of high-end steel. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/commodities/india-looks-to-japanese-steelmaker-jvs-to-address-import-dependencies

[2026-05-29 15:17 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: South Korea-US talks to move forward on security initiatives

Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10758820

[2026-05-29 15:07 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Emro rides agentic AI boom into US, Europe markets

Snippet: Korean software firm targets global manufacturers seeking autonomous procurement solutions

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10758802

[2026-05-29 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: The ECB is in a bind over rate hikes — the private sector could be doing the bank's job for it

Snippet: European Central Bank policymakers face a dilemma as efforts to combat inflationary pressures with interest rate hikes risk tipping a fragile euro zone economy into recession — but they may not have to lift a finger.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/29/the-ecb-is-debating-rate-hikes-but-the-private-sector-could-help-out.html

[2026-05-29 13:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Asian shares advance and oil prices fall as traders pin hopes on a deal with Iran

Snippet: Trader Robert Arciero works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Friday, May 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/stocks-markets-oil-iran-trump-hormuz-68f9166e428621a5b3349d2d2aea34b5

[2026-05-29 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How the wine industry can stage a comeback in China – using social media

Snippet: China is drinking far less wine than a few years ago. To turn the tide, the industry must work with Chinese influencers, an insider says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3355244/how-wine-industry-can-stage-comeback-china-using-social-media?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 13:00 UTC+10:00] [social media] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How the wine industry can stage a comeback in China – using social media

Snippet: China is drinking far less wine than a few years ago. To turn the tide, the industry must work with Chinese influencers, an insider says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3355244/how-wine-industry-can-stage-comeback-china-using-social-media

[2026-05-29 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: "Approaching Unheard Of Inventory Levels": Exxon, Chevron Issue Apocalyptic Warning About What Happens Next To Oil

Snippet: Just about two months ago, JPMorgan did the math on "How Long Before The World Hits Crude Oil Operational Minimum." The punchline was that while the market can hold hundreds of millions of barrels, it would still become fragile once working stocks fell too low. Like blood pressure in the human body, the issue is circulation.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/approaching-unheard-inventory-levels-chevron-exxon-issue-apocalyptic-warning-about-what

[2026-05-29 12:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan's industrial production and retail sales improve despite Iran war

Snippet: Industrial output in Japan rose in April, helped by increases in machinery production. (Photo by Naoki Hori)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/japan-s-industrial-production-and-retail-sales-improve-despite-iran-war

[2026-05-29 12:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: US says its sanctioning entities, individuals linked to Iran's oil economy

Snippet: The Department of State said it was sanctioning several entities, individuals "involved in the transportation of Iranian petroleum or petrochemical products".

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-says-its-sanctioning-entities-individuals-linked-irans-oil-economy

[2026-05-29 11:55 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Flashing red: Trump’s war could crack sharemarkets

Snippet: You have reached your maximum number of saved items.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/flashing-red-trump-s-war-could-crack-sharemarkets-20260528-p601er.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 11:55 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Trump’s worst nightmare is a threat to markets

Snippet: You have reached your maximum number of saved items.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/flashing-red-trump-could-crack-the-sharemarkets-20260528-p601er.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 11:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Visualizing The Beef-Margin Bloodbath Behind Tyson CEO's Exit

Snippet: Tyson Foods CEO Donnie King is stepping down after five years at the helm of the nation's largest meatpacker, with the stock having languished under his tenure as the company battled some of the worst cattle-market conditions in a generation.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/chart-shows-beef-margin-bloodbath-behind-tyson-ceos-exit

[2026-05-29 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s private funds see assets soar by over US$400 billion amid tech boom

Snippet: Chinese investors are putting more money into private equity, venture capital and other private funds amid a surge in tech investment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3355169/chinas-private-funds-see-assets-soar-over-us400-billion-amid-tech-boom?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s private funds see assets soar by over US$400 billion amid tech boom

Snippet: Chinese investors are putting more money into private equity, venture capital and other private funds amid a surge in tech investment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3355169/chinas-private-funds-see-assets-soar-over-us400-billion-amid-tech-boom

[2026-05-29 09:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Survival before safety for Delhi's poor as temperatures hit 45C

Snippet: On a scorching afternoon in one of Delhi's busiest markets, two different worlds exist side by side.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c172yyvp55do?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-29 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Asia markets set for mixed open as Iran launches missiles despite signs of temporary truce

Snippet: Asia-Pacific markets were set to open mixed Friday as investors weighed fresh military activity involving Iran against signs that Washington and Tehran were nearing a temporary agreement to halt their three-month conflict.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/29/asia-markets-today-live-updates-nikkei-225-hang-seng-index-kospi-nifty-50-csi-300.html

[2026-05-29 09:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Cross-border wealth hub crown latest sign Hong Kong is roaring back

Snippet: City overtook Switzerland in BCG wealth report, underscoring vital ‘superconnector’ role between mainland and international capital markets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3355157/cross-border-wealth-hub-crown-latest-sign-hong-kong-roaring-back?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 09:15 UTC+10:00] [mainland China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Cross-border wealth hub crown latest sign Hong Kong is roaring back

Snippet: City overtook Switzerland in BCG wealth report, underscoring vital ‘superconnector’ role between mainland and international capital markets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3355157/cross-border-wealth-hub-crown-latest-sign-hong-kong-roaring-back

[2026-05-29 09:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Spencer Pratt Surges As Karen Bass Odds Wobble In Final Days Before LA Mayor Primary

Snippet: As the June 2nd primary approaches in Los Angeles, prediction markets are showing a notable shift in the Los Angeles mayoral race: incumbent Karen Bass's odds have been all over the place - recently dropping sharply - while challenger Spencer Pratt has seen his implied probability climb.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/spencer-pratt-surges-karen-bass-odds-wobble-final-days-la-mayor-primary

[2026-05-29 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong well placed to help Central Asia grow yuan trade, leading banker says

Snippet: Stephen Chan says city is natural choice for Central Asian countries looking to expand renminbi usage in trade and investment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3355218/hong-kong-well-placed-help-central-asia-grow-yuan-trade-leading-banker-says?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-29 09:00 UTC+10:00] [Central Asian countries] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong well placed to help Central Asia grow yuan trade, leading banker says

Snippet: Stephen Chan says city is natural choice for Central Asian countries looking to expand renminbi usage in trade and investment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3355218/hong-kong-well-placed-help-central-asia-grow-yuan-trade-leading-banker-says

[2026-05-29 08:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Anthropic Raises $65BN At $965 Billion Valuation, Surpassing OpenAI

Snippet: Amid an unprecedented valuation battle between ChatGPT and Anthropic raging in the private markets ahead of their respective IPOs in a few months, Bloomberg reported that shortly after releasing its latest Claude Opus 4.8, Anthropic raised $65BN in a funding round that will nearly triple the start-up’s valuation and see it surpass arch-rival OpenAI as the most valuable AI lab.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/anthropic-raises-65bn-965-billion-valuation-surpassing-openai