[2026-03-26 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: NPCI expands UPI acceptance to boost Indian tourist spending - DailyNews

Snippet: NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), the global arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has stepped up efforts to expand Unified Payments Interface (UPI) merchant acceptance in Sri Lanka, aiming to deliver seamless digital payment experiences for Indian tourists while supporting the island’s growing digital economy.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/26/business/972837/npci-expands-upi-acceptance-to-boost-indian-tourist-spending/

[2026-03-26 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Help SMIs tide over crisis with special packages - Sajith - DailyNews

Snippet: Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said that due to the rapid increase in fuel prices, micro, small and medium-sized businesses and entrepreneurs (SMIs), who contribute 52% to our country’s economy, are facing severe difficulties and that this increase in fuel prices is having a serious negative and detrimental impact on the production cycle and the demand and supply chain.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/26/breaking-news/973022/help-smis-tide-over-crisis-with-special-packages-sajith/

[2026-03-26 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ripple effects on Sri Lanka’s migration economy - DailyNews

Snippet: With the ongoing conflict in the Middle East (ME), Sri Lanka finds itself at a particularly vulnerable juncture as it carefully navigates a fragile economic recovery. Labour migration offers jobs to counteract the lack of opportunities within the economy. Related micro-level remittances prevent households from dipping back into poverty. Similarly, on a macro level, these remittances, of which about 50% come from ME countries, help build foreign reserves, stabilise the economy, and pay for much-needed imports.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/26/features/972779/ripple-effects-on-sri-lankas-migration-economy/

[2026-03-26 06:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Daily News

Title: National resilience in times of global uncertainty - DailyNews

Snippet: The ongoing conflict in West Asia (Middle East) is not a distant geopolitical event for Sri Lanka. Its impacts are already evident across the economy—through rising energy costs, pressure on foreign exchange reserves, and growing uncertainty in labour markets. Most visibly, it has contributed to the steady escalation of essential commodity prices, placing increasing strain on ordinary households.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/26/features/972802/national-resilience-in-times-of-global-uncertainty/

[2026-03-26 05:17 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ASX set to rise as Wall Street seesaws

Snippet: Hopes for a possible end to the war with Iran are pushing stocks higher again on Wall Street Wednesday, while oil prices ease.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-rise-as-wall-street-seesaws-20260326-p5zhn3.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-26 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Politics / NSW] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Your every swipe, tap and click goes through one of these buildings. They are also driving the NSW economy

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

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/nsw/your-every-swipe-tap-and-click-goes-through-one-of-these-buildings-they-are-also-driving-the-nsw-economy-20260320-p5qx3j.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-26 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Kalshi promo code NYPMAX: Trade $10, get $10 for NCAA Tournament markets

Snippet: Kalshi is continuing to make its mark in the sports prediction market and has raised the bar for March Madness.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/25/betting/kalshi-promo-code-nypmax-trade-10-get-10-for-ncaa-tournament-markets-2/

[2026-03-26 02:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Why sellers in multiple US housing markets are slashing their prices

Snippet: Sellers are slashing prices to attract buyers, with one in five homes seeing a price reduction across nine major metros in February 2026, according to a new analysis from the Realtor.com® economic research team.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/25/real-estate/home-sellers-in-texas-arizona-and-florida-slashing-prices/

[2026-03-26 02:20 UTC+10:00] [scmp] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong holds onto Art Basel crown for 5 more years thanks to new deal

Snippet: Galleries at preview also say global uncertainties have prompted collectors to take greater interest in works able to retain value

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3347906/hong-kong-holds-art-basel-crown-5-more-years-thanks-new-deal

[2026-03-26 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Airbus wins Chinese airline’s 101-plane order in victory over Boeing

Snippet: China Eastern Airlines said it would take delivery of the A320neo aircraft, worth US$15.8 billion, between 2028 and 2032

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3347905/airbus-wins-chinese-airlines-101-plane-order-victory-over-boeing-key-market

[2026-03-26 01:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Uganda: economy expanded by 8.5% in last quarter in December

Snippet: Strong consumer demand and high activity in sectors such as construction drove Uganda's economy to expand by 8.5% during the financial quarter that ended in December 2025.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/25/uganda-economy-expanded-by-85-in-last-quarter-in-december/

[2026-03-26 00:00 UTC+10:00] [Washington] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China says Mexico’s tariff hikes constitute ‘trade barriers’ after probe

Snippet: The tariff increases – made in part to appease demands from Washington – have been designated a breach of trade rules by Beijing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3347881/china-says-mexicos-tariff-hikes-constitute-trade-barriers-after-probe

[2026-03-25 23:51 UTC+10:00] [Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: New 200-berth marina, clubhouse planned in Hong Kong revamp of Aberdeen site

Snippet: Development Bureau aims to launch first tender for a marina in nearly 40 years in 2027

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3347892/new-200-berth-marina-clubhouse-planned-hong-kong-revamp-aberdeen-site

[2026-03-25 21:30 UTC+10:00] [Ba Shusong] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Former Hong Kong exchange executive Ba Shusong reported out of public sight

Snippet: An economist, academic and frequent speaker on Hong Kong’s role linking mainland China to the world, Ba left HKEX in 2025

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3347879/former-hong-kong-exchange-executive-ba-shusong-reported-out-public-sight

[2026-03-25 21:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Recession odds climb on Wall Street as economy shows cracks beneath the surface

Snippet: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell last week pushed back when asked whether stagflation posed a threat to the U.S. economy. His successor may face a tougher challenge, as Wall Street forecasters raise their expectations of recession, brought on in part by the Iran war and potential for higher prices.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/recession-odds-climb-on-wall-street-as-economy-shows-cracks-beneath-the-surface.html

[2026-03-25 20:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: ECB head Lagarde thinks businesses may be quick to raise prices due to Iran war

Snippet: The sun has set behind the buildings of the banking district in Frankfurt, Germany, late Tuesday, March 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Probst)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/european-central-bank-economy-lagarde-inflation-prices-43c24ec956d36a02d600340d025b6305

[2026-03-25 20:43 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: UK inflation steady before Iran war; oil price dips on Trump comments – business live

Snippet: Good morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy.

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/live/2026/mar/25/uk-inflation-steady-iran-war-oil-dips-trump-comments-business-live

[2026-03-25 20:30 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Revealed: The Australian universities boasting some of the best courses in the world

Snippet: Four Australian universities boast engineering courses in the world’s top 10, and 13 data science and AI courses are in the global top 100, as experts call for greater investment in STEM to shore up national security and diversify the economy.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/revealed-the-australian-universities-boasting-some-of-the-best-courses-in-the-world-20260324-p5u0jx.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-25 20:09 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea Inc. curbs vehicle, power use on oil spike

Snippet: South Korea’s largest conglomerates are introducing new energy-saving measures in line with government policy, as a surge in oil prices triggered by the Middle East conflict increases pressure on Asia’s fourth-largest economy.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702719

[2026-03-25 20:02 UTC+10:00] [European Chamber of Commerce in China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Amid struggles at home, 80% of Chinese companies in EU plan more investment

Snippet: Chinese firms operating in Europe have very different view to European firms with investments in China, survey finds

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3347861/amid-struggles-home-80-chinese-companies-eu-plan-more-investment

[2026-03-25 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China-owned vessel secures rare Strait of Hormuz transit as Iran war grinds on

Snippet: China’s Cosco Shipping Lines has also reopened Middle East bookings, signalling a tentative return while warning instability may still disrupt services

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3347860/china-owned-vessel-secures-rare-strait-hormuz-transit-iran-war-grinds

[2026-03-25 19:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Private credit’s ‘zero-loss fantasy’ is coming to an end as defaults and fund exits rise

Snippet: Deteriorating asset quality, collateral markdowns and a growing rush for the exits are rattling private credit markets and prompting comparisons to the Global Financial Crisis.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/private-credit-defaults-loan-quality-debt-risk-systemic-ai-disruption.html

[2026-03-25 18:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Agoda Unveils Top Asian Markets Prioritizing Kitchens in Travel Stay

Snippet: SINGAPORE, March 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda's latest data reveals insights into the travel preferences of Asian markets with a ranking of travelers who prioritize having a kitchen in their accommodations. Leading the pack are Taiwanese travelers, with 14% of their accommodation searches on Agoda including the kitchen filter.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702633

[2026-03-25 17:46 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: North Korean leader thanks Putin, vows to ‘always be with Moscow’

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/10702580

[2026-03-25 17:28 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Industry bailouts defended as Iran war smashes markets

Snippet: March 25, 2026 17:28 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/industry-bailouts-defended-as-iran-war-smashes-markets/

[2026-03-25 17:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: European markets set for higher open as U.S. seeks end to Iran conflict

Snippet: LONDON — European stocks are expected to open higher on Wednesday as the U.S. showed further signs of efforts to de-escalate the war with Iran.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/europan-markets-stoxx-600-ftse-dax-cac-iran-news-oil-prices.html

[2026-03-25 16:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: FM Cho heads to G7 meeting as Seoul navigates Hormuz pressure

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/10702467

[2026-03-25 16:23 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s consumer goods factories cut output as Iran war sends costs soaring

Snippet: Some Chinese producers are already feeling ‘intense’ strain as the conflict sends energy, logistics and raw material costs soaring

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3347808/chinas-consumer-goods-factories-cut-output-iran-war-sends-costs-soaring

[2026-03-25 15:17 UTC+10:00] [Business / The economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: House prices are at a tipping point. It’s time for buyers to negotiate

Snippet: March 25, 2026 — 3:17pm

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/the-economy/house-prices-are-at-a-tipping-point-it-s-time-for-buyers-to-negotiate-20260325-p5x9s6.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-25 14:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Oil falls and Asian shares gain over possible Iran war de-escalation

Snippet: Michael Capolino works on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Thursday, March 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/stock-markets-trump-iran-oil-826e691e2fd93a63ac8ec8ed98924a17

[2026-03-25 13:12 UTC+10:00] [Balboa] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison expands Panama ports claim as losses ‘surpass’ US$2 billion

Snippet: Subsidiary Panama Ports Company slams Panamanian government’s ‘attack campaign’ as it expands international arbitration claim over damages

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3347783/hong-kongs-ck-hutchison-expands-panama-ports-claim-losses-surpass-us2-billion

[2026-03-25 13:08 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Iran war starts to hit global economy, business surveys show

Snippet: WASHINGTON (Reuters) -- The Iran war is already taking a toll on major economies around the world, according to business surveys on ‌Tuesday which showed how a surge in energy prices and rising uncertainty were dampening activity and pushing inflation expectations higher.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10702236

[2026-03-25 13:00 UTC+10:00] ["Xinjiang salmon"] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How ‘salmon’ raised in landlocked Xinjiang is netting fans in China

Snippet: Aquaculture in the far-western region is expected to grow even more rapidly after a dependence on imported eggs is diminished or ended

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3347727/how-salmon-raised-landlocked-xinjiang-netting-fans-china

[2026-03-25 11:58 UTC+10:00] [Business / The economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Trump just paid $1.3 billion for nothing

Snippet: March 25, 2026 — 11:58am

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/the-economy/trump-just-paid-1-3-billion-for-nothing-20260325-p5wvga.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-25 10:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Asia-Pacific markets are set for higher open as Trump comments signal Iran war de-escalation

Snippet: Asia-Pacific markets looked set for a largely higher open on Wednesday, with comments from U.S. President Donald Trump pointing to potential talks with Iran lifting sentiment, even as Tehran has denied any direct negotiations with Washington.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/asia-markets-today-nikkei-225-kospi-hang-seng-index.html

[2026-03-25 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | Gary Liu and Liu Xiaochun on the US and China’s divergent paths for stablecoins

Snippet: As investors await Hong Kong’s first stablecoin licences, two experts discuss the assets’ integration with the city’s economy – and the world’s

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3347710/gary-liu-and-liu-xiaochun-what-role-stablecoins-could-play-china-and-us

[2026-03-25 08:31 UTC+10:00] [Energy] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Is this Australia’s moment to embrace renewables? Ask Adam Morton your questions now

Snippet: The impact of the war in the Middle East is likely to reshape the global economy for years – is this the moment for Australia to change the way it thinks about energy? Post your questions now for our climate and environment editor

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/25/is-this-australias-moment-to-embrace-renewables-ask-adam-morton-your-questions-now

[2026-03-25 08:31 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: The $830 million bet on oil minutes before Trump sent markets tumbling

Snippet: Traders bet more than half a billion dollars on the price of crude only 15 minutes before US President Donald Trump announced a five-day delay to attacks on Iran’s energy infrastructure that sent the market plunging, exchange data and Reuters calculations showed.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/the-830-million-bet-on-oil-minutes-before-trump-sent-markets-tumbling-20260325-p5wgge.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-25 07:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Live: Australian share market to rise ahead of CPI data release

Snippet: Australian shares are set to rise as the market opens, after a volatile session on Wall Street where investors swayed between fears of rising oil prices and hopes for a resolution to the US-Israeli war on Iran.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-25/asx-markets-business-live-news-march25-2026/106494144

[2026-03-25 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SLASSCOM Women in Tech conference to spotlight global leaders - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Association for Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM) is set to host its flagship Women in Tech Conference bringing together an exceptional lineup of global visionaries and local trailblazersto explore the evolving role of women in the digital economy.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/25/business/971874/slasscom-women-in-tech-conference-to-spotlight-global-leaders/

[2026-03-25 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka tourism to close the gap with alternative campaigns - DailyNews

Snippet: With no letting up in the Middle East conflict, authorities in Sri Lanka will be looking at alternative markets and diverse approaches to pitch the country and keep tourism on track.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/25/local/972388/sri-lanka-tourism-to-close-the-gap-with-alternative-campaigns/

[2026-03-25 06:49 UTC+10:00] [Australia news] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australia politics live: ‘we got lucky’ with Perth attack says Burke; treasurer says economy will be ‘buffeted’

Snippet: Minister tells security conference many people could have been killed in Invasion Day incident; Treasury working ‘full tilt’ on budget measures. Follow updates live

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/mar/25/politics-federal-queensland-nsw-parliament-tony-burke-jim-chalmers-middle-east-fuel-crisis-ntwnfb

[2026-03-25 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Expert’s committee to develop energy economy to speed up investments - DailyNews

Snippet: The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the setting up of an expert committee for the development of the energy economy to speed up investments in that sector.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/25/local/972367/experts-committee-to-develop-energy-economy-to-speed-up-investments/

[2026-03-25 05:52 UTC+10:00] [US-Israel war on Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The Guardian view on the Iran war: energy, markets and a dangerous illusion | Editorial

Snippet: Markets and the Treasury are pricing a quick exit. Without a credible political endgame, Donald Trump cannot deliver one

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/mar/24/the-guardian-view-on-the-iran-war-energy-markets-and-a-dangerous-illusion

[2026-03-25 05:25 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ASX set to advance as markets swing on Middle East uncertainty

Snippet: The US stock market is swinging between losses and gains Tuesday as uncertainty continues about how long the war with Iran will last.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-advance-as-markets-swing-on-middle-east-uncertainty-20260325-p5wffq.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-25 04:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: United Airlines gets rid of economy seats in favor of pricey premium cabin comforts

Snippet: United Airlines likes big cabins — but that means big price increases.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/24/lifestyle/united-airlines-nixing-economy-seats-in-favor-of-premium-cabin-comforts/

[2026-03-25 01:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Israeli press review: Concerns about the economy and air defence capacities

Snippet: On Monday, the governor of the Bank of Israel, Amir Yaron, filed the financial institution’s 2025 annual report to the government and the Knesset.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israeli-press-review-concerns-about-economy-and-air-defence-capacities

[2026-03-25 01:46 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Kalshi and Polymarket ban insider trading as senators look to curb prediction markets

Snippet: Top prediction market sites usher in new guardrails after senators introduced bill that could limit booming industry

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/mar/24/kalshi-polymarket-insider-trading-regulation

[2026-03-25 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Australian economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Albanese government could increase ethanol level in fuel as farmers warn on food prices

Snippet: Treasurer admits the end of the war ‘can’t come soon enough’ for Australia as small miners scale back operations

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/25/albanese-government-could-increase-ethanol-level-in-fuel-as-farmers-warn-on-food-prices

[2026-03-25 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Australian economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Seven charts that reveal how unprepared Australia was for the fuel crisis

Snippet: Disruption to Middle Eastern oil shipments has rippled along the world’s longest supply chain, through Asia, and finally to Australia – and there’s no knowing when the pressure will ease

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/24/seven-charts-that-reveal-how-unprepared-australia-was-for-the-fuel-crisis