Topic: Business — Neutral reports only
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[2026-03-19 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The war between the United States of America (US) and Israel on the one hand and Iran on the other has made its impact on Sri Lanka as well as the rest of the world, compelling the Government to enforce a series of measures to ensure relative normalcy and sustain the economy of the country.
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[2026-03-19 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The QR code, which has been implemented in a way that minimises the inconvenience to the people in obtaining solutions to the current fuel problem, has been 95 percent successful, Digital Economy Deputy Minister Eranga Weeraratne stated in Parliament.
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[2026-03-19 06:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: People walk by a store with a “Sale” sign on the window on Monday, March 16, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane)
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[2026-03-19 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Digital Economy Ministry Consultant Sumudu Ratnayake stated that a new WhatsApp support service has been introduced to promptly resolve issues regarding the QR code used for obtaining fuel quotas.
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[2026-03-19 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The ongoing US-Israel war on Iran poses serious risks to Bangladesh’s economy, potentially driving up inflation and raising the import bill, said the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD).
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[2026-03-19 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government Information Centre (GIC) has introduced a special WhatsApp number for vehicle owners who need assistance in registering for the National Fuel Pass. Accordingly, those who are having problems during registration can get the QR code by sending necessary details to the WhatsApp number and following the relevant procedure.
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[2026-03-19 05:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: Tom Hartley is a reporter for 7.30 based in Brisbane specialising in broadcast news and current affairs. Before commencing at the ABC, he worked at the Seven Network in Sydney as a senior reporter, and internationally with Sky News in the United Kingdom. With roots in regional Queensland, Tom’s now been in the field for 12 years.
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[2026-03-19 05:06 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: US stocks are sinking after another climb for oil prices raised worries about inflation, which may have been primed to worsen even before the war with Iran began.
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[2026-03-19 02:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: JAKARTA, Indonesia, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fintech lending plays an important role in Indonesia's economy by expanding financing access for households and micro-entrepreneurs. Through digital platforms, it strengthens household resilience, supports microbusiness growth, and stimulates economic circulation across sectors.
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[2026-03-19 01:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: President Donald Trump issued a 60-day waiver of a longstanding U.S. shipping law in an attempt to stabilize oil markets amid the Iran war, the White House confirmed to CNBC on Wednesday.
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[2026-03-19 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Australian economy] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: A failure to seize the moment amid soaring energy prices and act in the May budget could make voters turn their anger toward the federal government
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[2026-03-19 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Gaza] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: But analysts warn the strategy can only partially offset disruptions and that security risks remain high
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[2026-03-19 00:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: People and vehicles crowd at a popular market in Cairo, Egypt, Tuesday, March 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil)
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[2026-03-18 23:24 UTC+10:00] [Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun says one fourth of imported workers from various schemes are foreign passport holders
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[2026-03-18 22:39 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Authority partnering with Hong Kong’s Eythos to create 4,920 square metre facility as part of wider push to turn city into arts trading hub
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[2026-03-18 22:30 UTC+10:00] [Havana] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing will ‘intensify its support’ to Havana after around 10.9 million people were left without power amid an ongoing energy crisis
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[2026-03-18 22:08 UTC+10:00] [West Kowloon] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Board’s executive director Anthony Lau says 75 per cent of its resources will go towards overseas markets
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[2026-03-18 22:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Middle East Eye
Snippet: Russia says it is considering redirecting its remaining energy supplies away from Europe as markets reel from the Israeli-US war on Iran.
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[2026-03-18 21:34 UTC+10:00] [Secretary for Labour and Welfare] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Unemployment rate for December to February period stands at 3.8 per cent, with situation improving in retail, accommodation services, and foundation and superstructure sectors
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[2026-03-18 19:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: SYDNEY, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- VT Markets, a leading global multi-asset broker, has been honoured with the prestigious "Best Global Football Sponsor - Newcastle United F.C" and "Best Commercial Spot - Together, Into Tomorrow" awards at the Forex Sports Awards 2026. The double accolades recognises the brand's high-impact partnership with Newcastle United, celebrating excellence in global brand alignment and fan engagement.
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[2026-03-18 18:22 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: Treasurer Jim Chalmers has warned inflation could spike above 5 per cent if the Middle East war drags on, hurting living standards and wiping billions from the economy as business chiefs move to a COVID-style posture to avoid supply shocks in the construction, medical, and food sectors.
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[2026-03-18 18:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: Assistant Minister for Regional Development, Resources and Critical Minerals Bryson Head, Future Forgeworks chief executive Rohan Richardson, and Ipswich mayor Teresa Harding at the launch of the proposed steel mill. (ABC News: Charlie McLean)
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[2026-03-18 18:00 UTC+10:00] [overseas investment] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Country has invested more than US$120 billion in overseas mining and mineral processing projects since 2023, study says
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[2026-03-18 17:59 UTC+10:00] [Xi-Trump meeting] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Markets await clarity on a summit, hoping it will steady Hong Kong and China equities as Middle East hostilities weigh on sentiment
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[2026-03-18 17:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government Information Center (GIC) has launched a special WhatsApp service to assist vehicle owners experiencing difficulties while registering for the National Fuel Pass, the Ministry of Digital Economy announced today(18).
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[2026-03-18 17:43 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: China’s response to the Iran war has put a question mark over future supplies for the local aviation sector as spiralling prices cripple spot markets and cloud planning for airlines.
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[2026-03-18 17:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: LONDON — European stocks are expected to open broadly higher on Wednesday as the market fallout of the Iran war remains in the spotlight ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve's next policy move.
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[2026-03-18 16:46 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: $32 'Army Bomb' reportedly being traded at 500% of its retail price on second-hand markets
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[2026-03-18 16:35 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
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.
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[2026-03-18 15:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: A person looks at a stock price monitor showing New York Dow and Nikkei indexes also US dollar Japanese yen exchange rate at a security company Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in Tokyo. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)
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[2026-03-18 15:45 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: One of the key architects of the GST deal that will cost federal taxpayers $60 billion has defended the policy as affordable and vital to protecting the federation, putting him at odds with one of his fellow former ministers, who says it is hurting the nation’s economy and should be dumped.
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[2026-03-18 13:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: SINGAPORE, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda shines a light on Asia's most colorful night markets, where travelers can explore vibrant local cultures and unique shopping experiences. These bustling markets provide a sensory feast of sights, sounds, and flavors, making them a must-visit for those exploring Asia.
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[2026-03-18 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Lessons from Laos could help Comac boost overseas sales of C909 and C919 – but analyst says buyers will be closely watching for safety
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[2026-03-18 12:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Taiwan leads the ranking for the first time, while Southeast Asian markets remain strongly represented across Agoda's annual hospitality awards
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[2026-03-18 12:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: Taken from CNBC’s Daily Open, our international markets newsletter — Subscribe today
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[2026-03-18 12:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
Snippet: There was a time—not long ago—when baseball believed it understood its place in the modern sports economy. The sport was a regional game masquerading as a national pastime, rich in history, but lagging in marketing muscle.
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[2026-03-18 11:59 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: March 18, 2026 — 11:59am
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[2026-03-18 11:57 UTC+10:00] [New Zealand] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: New Zealand economic growth tipped to overtake Australia’s this year but Middle East conflict casts a shadow over outlook
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[2026-03-18 11:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: BEIJING, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- With the recent ratification of China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), the nation is accelerating 'New Quality Productive Forces' to drive digital transformation across all industries. This strategic shift creates significant momentum for the professional audiovisual (Pro AV) sector, which stands as the backbone of smart infrastructure, AI-integrated systems, and the digital economy—from LED displays and control room visualization to collaboration platforms and immersive media.
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[2026-03-18 11:14 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: President Lee Jae Myung is set to preside over a meeting Wednesday with investors and financial authorities to review ways to reform and stabilize the country's capital markets, officials said.
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[2026-03-18 10:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: Asia-Pacific markets were set to climb Wednesday as investors tracked escalating tensions in the Middle East. A fresh wave of attacks on the United Arab Emirates' energy infrastructure has heightened fears of prolonged supply disruptions amid the Iran war.
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[2026-03-18 09:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes speaks at the Arizona State Prison, March 19, 2025, in Florence, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb, File)
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[2026-03-18 09:14 UTC+10:00] [Australian economy] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: We are all living in uncertain times, so we expect decisions to be made with a high degree of caution. That applies to the central bank and interest rates
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[2026-03-18 08:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: After an extended delay in selling into the world's second-largest economy, chipmaker Nvidia is gearing up to provide some customers in China with its H200 processors, CEO Jensen Huang said on Tuesday.
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[2026-03-18 08:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: Topic:Financial Markets
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[2026-03-18 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In recent days, Western media coverage of the Middle East has shifted dramatically. Outlets that previously framed conflicts through a US- and UK-centric lens are now reporting more directly on Iran’s attacks on Israeli and US security positions. This change reflects not only evolving realities on the ground but also deeper dynamics in the global political economy, where military action, economic power, and media narratives are closely intertwined.
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[2026-03-18 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya told Parliament that the country’s economy and energy sector have been faced with a major challenge due to actions beyond the Government’s control and revealed that three committees have been appointed for related management activities and emphasized that everyone must act with collective responsibility to overcome the crisis.
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[2026-03-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The technical shortcomings of the QR code system introduced by the government with the aim of resolving the fuel crisis and streamlining the fuel distribution have now been completely resolved, said Deputy Minister of Digital Economy Eranga Weeraratne.
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[2026-03-18 05:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: The Federal Reserve has little choice but to stay on the sidelines this week as it navigates a mix of complicated and conflicting forces playing out in the U.S. economy.
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[2026-03-18 05:20 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: Oil prices are resuming their rise because of the war with Iran, but US stocks are holding steadier this time around.
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