[2026-04-17 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: China's unfinished buildings continue to haunt real estate market

Snippet: Unfinished apartment buildings in Zhengzhou, part of a complex that was scheduled to be completed at the end of 2022. (Photo by Kentaro Shiozaki)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/property/china-s-unfinished-buildings-continue-to-haunt-real-estate-market

[2026-04-17 01:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: "It's Really Illiquid": Goldman COO Warns Retail About Private Credit And The "Perception Of Liquidity"

Snippet: Speaking at Semafor’s World Economy event in Washington, D.C., President and COO of Goldman Sachs John Waldron warned that some managers have oversold how easy it is to get money out—especially to retail investors, who’ve helped balloon the market into a $1.7 trillion behemoth just as the space faces growing scrutiny and tighter conditions, according to Semafor.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/its-really-illiquid-goldman-coo-warns-retail-about-private-credit-and-perception-liquidity

[2026-04-17 01:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong leader John Lee, EU officials meet to discuss trade, cooperation

Snippet: EU ambassador describes lunch meeting as a ‘constructive and in-depth exchange on EU-Hong Kong relations’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3350369/hong-kong-leader-john-lee-eu-officials-meet-discuss-trade-cooperation?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 01:19 UTC+10:00] [European Union] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong leader John Lee, EU officials meet to discuss trade, cooperation

Snippet: EU ambassador describes lunch meeting as a ‘constructive and in-depth exchange on EU-Hong Kong relations’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3350369/hong-kong-leader-john-lee-eu-officials-meet-discuss-trade-cooperation

[2026-04-17 00:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Fuel shortages loom as Strait of Hormuz crisis threatens global economy

Snippet: Europe could face flight disruptions within weeks as fuel supplies tighten amid the ongoing crisis affecting the Strait of Hormuz, according to the head of the International Energy Agency.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/16/fuel-shortages-loom-as-strait-of-hormuz-crisis-threatens-global-economy/

[2026-04-17 00:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Can You Price In No Longer Pricing Things In?

Snippet: By Michael Every of Rabobank

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/can-you-price-no-longer-pricing-things

[2026-04-17 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: The Iran war has neither derailed nor stalled the Gulf's progress | The National

Snippet: Adversity can build character, but more often reveals it. Over the past few weeks, as Iran attacked civilian targets in the Gulf region, the world has seen the foresight of nations that have spent years preparing for such a possibility and their resilience in withstanding it. The UAE’s decades of forward-looking strategic investment across vital areas of national interest – from diversifying the economy, to building partnerships with global businesses and universities, to bolstering national defences – helped it to

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/opinion/comment/2026/04/16/the-us-israel-war-with-iran-has-neither-derailed-nor-stalled-the-gulfs-progress/

[2026-04-16 23:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: US Industrial Production Unexpectedly Drops In March (After Huge Upward Revision For Feb)

Snippet: At first glance the 0.5% MoM decline in US Industrial production (considerably worse than than the 0.1% MoM rise expected - and dragging YoY growth in IP down to +0.74%) is bad news... suggesting immediate impacts from the war are being felt and sparking headlines decrying President Trump's actions.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/us-industrial-production-unexpectedly-drops-march-after-huge-upward-revision-feb

[2026-04-16 23:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: ECB keeps markets guessing on rates with two weeks to go, warns of ‘layer cake of shocks’

Snippet: With less than 2 weeks remaining until the next European Central Bank meeting, the bloc's policymakers appear undecided on the future of interest rates.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/16/ecb-interest-rates-hike-inflation-iran-washington.html

[2026-04-16 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Trade tensions make rest of world less keen to invest in US and China, survey finds

Snippet: US and China have ‘suffered the most’ amid global decline in outbound investment appetite due to heightened geopolitical tensions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350343/trade-tensions-make-rest-world-less-keen-invest-us-and-china-survey-finds?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 23:00 UTC+10:00] [foreign investment] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Trade tensions make rest of world less keen to invest in US and China, survey finds

Snippet: US and China have ‘suffered the most’ amid global decline in outbound investment appetite due to heightened geopolitical tensions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350343/trade-tensions-make-rest-world-less-keen-invest-us-and-china-survey-finds

[2026-04-16 22:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: "The Roaring 2020s Are Back": S&P Futures Hit New Record With Nasdaq Up 12 Straight Days On Iran Truce Optimism

Snippet: Stock futures are edging higher on continued optimism about an extended truce in the Middle East, while Taiwan Semi's solid results have sparked another leg higher in AI trade. As of 8:15 am ET, S&P 500 futures rose 0.1%, while Nasdaq 100 contracts +0.2%, and on pace for a 12th day of gains.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/roaring-2020s-are-back-sp-futures-hit-new-record-nasdaq-12-straight-days-iran-truce

[2026-04-16 22:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Despite 'Survey' Sadness, Jobless Claims Slide Near Historic Lows

Snippet: The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits for the first time fell to just 207k (below the 213k expected and down from the prior 209.25k) - back near its lowest levels in 5 years (and trend towards its lowest level in 50 years)...

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/despite-survey-sadness-jobless-claims-slide-near-historic-lows

[2026-04-16 22:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: New York Fed President Williams worries war will slow growth, aggravate inflation

Snippet: New York Fed President John Williams expressed concern Thursday about the Iran war's impact on the economy, saying it already has shown signs of hiking prices and slowing growth.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/16/new-york-fed-president-williams-worries-war-will-slow-growth-aggravate-inflation.html

[2026-04-16 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s PBOC raises leverage ratios for foreign lenders to support outbound investment

Snippet: Beijing’s move to lift offshore-loan quotas seen helping stabilise yuan against weaker US dollar while accommodating a surge in net financing via ‘panda bonds’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350350/chinas-pboc-raises-leverage-ratios-foreign-lenders-support-outbound-investment?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 22:30 UTC+10:00] [Gary Ng] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s PBOC raises leverage ratios for foreign lenders to support outbound investment

Snippet: Beijing’s move to lift offshore-loan quotas seen helping stabilise yuan against weaker US dollar while accommodating a surge in net financing via ‘panda bonds’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350350/chinas-pboc-raises-leverage-ratios-foreign-lenders-support-outbound-investment

[2026-04-16 21:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Two global investors with almost $700bn in assets set up base in ADGM | The National

Snippet: Two global alternative investor managers with almost $700 billion in assets have set up base in Abu Dhabi’s ADGM, despite the war-driven uncertainties.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2026/04/16/two-global-investors-with-almost-700bn-in-assets-set-up-base-in-adgm/

[2026-04-16 20:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Moscow Times

Title: Russian Central Bank Governor Warns of Unprecedented Labor Shortage

Snippet: Russia is facing a labor shortage for the first time in its modern history, Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina said Thursday, warning that an overheated economy is driving inflation and complicating interest rate policy.

Read full article: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/04/16/russian-central-bank-governor-warns-of-unprecedented-labor-shortage-a92517

[2026-04-16 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China fast-tracks hydrogen strategy to ‘scale-up’ phase in high-stakes energy transition

Snippet: China targets ‘bold innovation’ as falling renewable-energy costs allow it to leverage 50 per cent share of global green hydrogen production capacity

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350313/china-fast-tracks-hydrogen-strategy-scale-phase-high-stakes-energy-transition?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 20:00 UTC+10:00] [solar] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China fast-tracks hydrogen strategy to ‘scale-up’ phase in high-stakes energy transition

Snippet: China targets ‘bold innovation’ as falling renewable-energy costs allow it to leverage 50 per cent share of global green hydrogen production capacity

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350313/china-fast-tracks-hydrogen-strategy-scale-phase-high-stakes-energy-transition

[2026-04-16 19:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: What's happening to the UK economy and how does it affect you?

Snippet: Politicians often talk about the importance of economic growth.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0j7p38jg15o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-16 19:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: China's Jereh Group to invest in UAE clean energy and industrial sectors | The National

Snippet: The UAE Ministry of Investment and China's Jereh Group have partnered to develop a clean energy and industrial platform in the Emirates as part of sustainability efforts.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2026/04/16/chinas-jereh-group-to-invest-in-uae-clean-energy-and-industrial-sectors/

[2026-04-16 18:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Moscow Times

Title: White House Says It Will Not Renew Russian Oil Sanctions Waiver

Snippet: U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday that the Trump administration will not extend a temporary sanctions waiver on Russian oil that was introduced last month to stabilize global energy markets.

Read full article: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/04/16/white-house-says-it-will-not-renew-russian-oil-sanctions-waiver-a92516

[2026-04-16 18:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japanese stocks hit new high as AI boosts tech heavy Asian markets

Snippet: Japanese stocks jumped on Thursday morning, following a rally on Wall Street as investors grow optimistic about the possibility of further U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks. (File Photo by Nozomi Okubo)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/equities/japanese-stocks-hit-new-high-as-ai-boosts-tech-heavy-asian-markets

[2026-04-16 18:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Bullish narrative around India’s economy at odds with struggling rupee

Snippet: While India’s economy is stronger than it was in previous sell-offs, lingering weaknesses are coming to the fore and driving new tensions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3350249/bullish-narrative-around-indias-economy-odds-struggling-rupee?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 18:30 UTC+10:00] [central bank] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Bullish narrative around India’s economy at odds with struggling rupee

Snippet: While India’s economy is stronger than it was in previous sell-offs, lingering weaknesses are coming to the fore and driving new tensions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3350249/bullish-narrative-around-indias-economy-odds-struggling-rupee

[2026-04-16 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China trims US Treasury holdings amid rising debt supply as global ownership hits record

Snippet: Beijing slightly pares its sovereign US debt position as private investors and certain financial hubs drive demand up

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3350275/china-trims-us-treasury-holdings-amid-rising-debt-supply-global-ownership-hits-record?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Zhang Ming] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China trims US Treasury holdings amid rising debt supply as global ownership hits record

Snippet: Beijing slightly pares its sovereign US debt position as private investors and certain financial hubs drive demand up

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3350275/china-trims-us-treasury-holdings-amid-rising-debt-supply-global-ownership-hits-record

[2026-04-16 16:33 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: North Korean leader's absence from Kumsusan Palace points to cementing of 'Kim Jong-un era'

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/10718943

[2026-04-16 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea stresses market economy principle, forced labor eradication efforts in opinion on USTR trade probe

Snippet: SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- The Seoul government has submitted a formal opinion letter on the United States' ongoing probes into South Korea and other nations involving what it calls "unfair" trade practices related to structural excess production and forced labor, officials said Thursday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260416007800320

[2026-04-16 16:21 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Inside portfolio of Korea’s central bank chief nominee

Snippet: Shin Hyun-song's portfolio shows broad global diversification beyond US markets

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718928

[2026-04-16 16:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: UK economy grew faster than expected in February

Snippet: The UK economy grew by a faster-than-expected 0.5% in February, official figures show.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz0e23r0993o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-16 16:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: UK economy grew 0.5% in February, beating economists' expectations by a long shot

Snippet: The U.K. economy grew by 0.5% in February, according to preliminary figures from the Office for National Statistics published Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/16/uk-gdp-march-2026-iran-war.html

[2026-04-16 15:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC Daily Open: Trading the truce and the Lebanon dilemma

Snippet: Taken from CNBC’s Daily Open, our international markets newsletter — Subscribe today

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/16/cnbc-daily-open-trading-the-truce-and-the-lebanon-dilemma-.html

[2026-04-16 15:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Ticketmaster, Live Nation found to be holding illegal monopolies in US, jury finds

Snippet: Ticketmaster and its parent company, Live Nation, illegally monopolized US live event markets, a New York jury found on Wednesday, after a trial of the company's tactics in dealing with venues and artists.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-893172

[2026-04-16 15:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: European stocks set for another mixed open as Iran peace efforts remain unclear

Snippet: LONDON — European stocks are expected to open in mixed territory as investors assess a confused picture of where the Iran war and peace talks are headed.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/16/european-markets-stoxx-600-ftse-dax-cac-oil-prices-iran-latest.html

[2026-04-16 15:18 UTC+10:00] [Politics / WA] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Age

Title: WA premier has ‘no confidence’ fuel crisis won’t worsen

Snippet: WA Premier Roger Cook has “no confidence” the country will avoid moving to level three on the national fuel security plan as the Strait of Hormuz closure continues to drive an oil shock that has rattled the Australian economy.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/western-australia/wa-premier-has-no-confidence-fuel-crisis-won-t-worsen-20260416-p5zogs.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 14:50 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea eyes console market as Crimson Desert breaks records

Snippet: Landmark sales reflect growing focus on premium titles for Western markets

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718822

[2026-04-16 14:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Oil prices steady and Asian markets rise

Snippet: Dealers talk near the screen showing the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI), right, and the foreign exchange rate between U.S. dollar and South Korean won at a dealing room of Hana Bank, in Seoul, South Korea, Thursday, April 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/stock-markets-trump-oil-iran-war-210b81a3613f43d024eb80a7928514c7

[2026-04-16 14:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Mark Mobius, pioneering emerging-market investor and China bull, dies at 89

Snippet: ‘Father of emerging markets’ was among the first fund managers to champion investments in Hong Kong and mainland China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3350250/mark-mobius-pioneering-emerging-market-investor-and-china-bull-dies-89?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 14:30 UTC+10:00] [Templeton Emerging Markets Group] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Mark Mobius, pioneering emerging-market investor and China bull, dies at 89

Snippet: ‘Father of emerging markets’ was among the first fund managers to champion investments in Hong Kong and mainland China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3350250/mark-mobius-pioneering-emerging-market-investor-and-china-bull-dies-89

[2026-04-16 14:13 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [H.EcoTech Festa 2026] Eco&Partners turns climate policy into value

Snippet: Advisory links carbon rules, circular economy to cross-border deals

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718781

[2026-04-16 14:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Trump heads to Las Vegas, a push to focus on the economy

Snippet: President Donald Trump speaks outside the Oval Office of the White House, Monday, April 13, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-iran-gas-vegas-midterms-0cd8028282d3e3652b0aa12eb39dacf4

[2026-04-16 13:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japanese stocks hit new high as AI boosts tech heavy Asian markets

Snippet: Japanese stocks jumped on Thursday morning, following a rally on Wall Street as investors grow optimistic about the possibility of further U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks. (Photo by Nanami Sato)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/japanese-stocks-hit-new-high-as-ai-boosts-tech-heavy-asian-markets

[2026-04-16 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: UAE corporate tax: The hidden cost of shareholder exits in uncertain times | The National

Snippet: The conflict in the Middle East is being seen as an opportunity to reinforce the national messaging that the country stays strong and stable under exceptional circumstances, and I’m not suggesting that the relevant authorities offer a tax holiday.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2026/04/16/tax-uae-iran-war/

[2026-04-16 12:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Wall Street hits a record as S&P 500 continues its 2-week rally on hopes for an end to the Iran war

Snippet: NEW YORK — The US stock market hit a record Wednesday after adding to its two-week rally built on hopes the war with Iran won’t create a worst-case scenario for the global economy. Whether Wall Street is correct to have so much hope for peace and whether stocks should be the highest they’ve ever been remains to be seen.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/16/world/americas-emea/wall-street-hits-a-record-as-sp-500-continues-its-2-week-rally-on-hopes-for-an-end-to-the-iran-war/2321549

[2026-04-16 12:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Wall Street hits a record as S&P 500 continues its 2-week rally on hopes for an end to the Iran war

Snippet: NEW YORK — The US stock market hit a record Wednesday after adding to its two-week rally built on hopes the war with Iran won’t create a worst-case scenario for the global economy. Whether Wall Street is correct to have so much hope for peace and whether stocks should be the highest they’ve ever been remains to be seen.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/16/business/foreign-business/wall-street-hits-a-record-as-sp-500-continues-its-2-week-rally-on-hopes-for-an-end-to-the-iran-war/2321549

[2026-04-16 12:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: China's economy grows faster than expected despite Iran war

Snippet: China's economy grew faster than expected in the first three months of the year, even as countries around the world feel the impact of the US-Israel war with Iran.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gxjpekk19o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-16 12:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: AP News

Title: China's economy grows at 5% in first quarter

Snippet: Workers transfer bags of imported solid sulfur onto a truck in a port in Nanjing in eastern China’s Jiangsu province, Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (Chinatopix Via AP) CHINA OUT

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-economy-data-growth-e1dbb6d542c6c1b17f99671f4dcc7d81

[2026-04-16 12:15 UTC+10:00] [Economy & Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Middle East carnage continues to line the pockets of superfunds

Snippet: Don't pay so you can read it. Pay so everyone can!

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/middle-east-carnage-continues-to-line-the-pockets-of-superfunds/