[2026-02-13 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China overhauls CPI basket, with never-before-seen unveiling of its composition

Snippet: Beijing’s five-year recalibration aims to better reflect consumption, as policymakers shift weight away from food and housing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343465/china-overhauls-consumer-price-basket-never-seen-unveiling-its-composition

[2026-02-13 19:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong diners bid farewell to 80-year-old Honolulu Coffee Shop in Wan Chai

Snippet: Dozens pack cha chaan teng known for its egg tarts and milk tea ahead of March 1 closure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343473/hong-kong-diners-bid-farewell-80-year-old-honolulu-coffee-shop-wan-chai

[2026-02-13 18:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ​​[In This Economy] ‘What has happened to the School?’: Winnie Monsod’s wake-up call

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-university-philippines-school-of-economics-winnie-monsod-wake-up-call/

[2026-02-13 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As China seeks to globalise the yuan, it finds a new vehicle in Africa

Snippet: Africa Finance Corporation executive says entering Chinese capital markets is a ‘natural evolution’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3343347/africas-yuan-pivot-why-more-top-lenders-are-eyeing-chinas-bond-market

[2026-02-13 13:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks decline after US rout on AI disruption jitters

Snippet: Sell-offs also whiplash commodity markets, with both gold and silver slumping as traders unwind positions to cover soured bets on equities

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3343394/hong-kong-stocks-decline-taking-cues-us-rout-jitters-about-ai-disruption

[2026-02-13 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Glimmer of hope? Why China’s marriage uptick could spark 2026 birth rebound

Snippet: Double-digit jump in registration rate, boosted by policy and cultural tradition, offers modest upturn, but demographers are wary of weak fertility intentions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343330/chinas-marriage-rebound-will-more-2025-knots-bring-more-baby-bumps-2026

[2026-02-13 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: stock markets

Snippet: Business Liberty Flour Mills’ ongoing search for alternative strategic options to stay in play Business Tracking the fallout of Manny Villar’s spot in Forbes’ list of richest individuals Feb 13, 2026 9:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Business Liberty Flour Mills at the crossroads: Family feud, falling profits amid turmoil in milling business Feb 6, 2026 8:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Rappler’s

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/stock-markets/

[2026-02-13 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Hongkongers are using a longer Lunar New Year break for travel

Snippet: South Korea and Japan also popular as some residents make the most of break by taking two days of leave to enjoy nine consecutive days off

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343377/vietnam-mainland-china-among-top-lunar-new-year-destinations-hongkongers

[2026-02-13 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Open Questions | Why Trump’s April trip to China may not deliver ‘grand bargain’: James ZimmermanThe American Chamber of Commerce in China chairman says this year’s expected Trump-Xi meetings can put countries on a ‘visionary’ path.

Snippet: The American Chamber of Commerce in China chairman says this year’s expected Trump-Xi meetings can put countries on a ‘visionary’ path

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3343317/james-zimmerman-how-us-and-china-can-make-2026-year-vision

[2026-02-13 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Tilvin Silva and delegation in talks with Kerala Chief Minister to boost tourism and culture - DailyNews

Snippet: Discussions between a visiting Sri Lankan delegation which included JVP General Secretary Tilvin Silva and Kerala Chief Minister Shri Pinarayvi Vijayan focussed on boosting tourism and culture. The delegation visited the Vikhram Sarabhai Space Center and India’s first container transhipment port at Vizhinjam to see India’s advancement in science and technology and the blue economy.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/13/local/950542/tilvin-silva-and-delegation-in-talks-with-kerala-chief-minister-to-boost-tourism-and-culture/

[2026-02-13 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: EFutures relocates and expands AI capabilities for Global Markets - DailyNews

Snippet: EFutures, one of the award-winning technology and software outsourcing companies, has announced the relocation of its operations to a new office at Bullers Lane, Colombo, reinforcing its continued growth and long-term expansion strategy.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/13/business/950281/efutures-relocates-and-expands-ai-capabilities-for-global-markets/

[2026-02-13 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: GovPay platform sees Rs.2.7 Bn worth transactions in one year - DailyNews

Snippet: The Digital Economy Ministry stated that the GovPay platform, introduced to simplify and streamline transactions between citizens and government institutions, marked its first anniversary yesterday (12).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/13/local/950696/govpay-platform-sees-rs-2-7-bn-worth-transactions-in-one-year/

[2026-02-13 02:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: West Kowloon arts hub seeks US$1 billion in first bond sale to fund operations

Snippet: Loss-making authority edges closer to bond offering to help sustain operations amid continuing deficits

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343373/hong-kongs-west-kowloon-arts-hub-seeks-us1-billion-first-bond-sale-fund-operations

[2026-02-13 01:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Insurance

Snippet: Companies issued 254 policies covering 278 sq. kilometers over past decade, Nikkei finds

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/insurance

[2026-02-13 00:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: John Lee vows ‘systematic framework’ to align Hong Kong with nation’s blueprint

Snippet: In a social media post, chief executive says all officials must have ‘reform mindset’ to ensure Hong Kong’s five-year plan proceeds towards its goals

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343367/john-lee-vows-systematic-framework-align-hong-kong-chinas-blueprint

[2026-02-12 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China to dismantle local power protectionism in push to electrify national grid

Snippet: State Council directive eyes unified power market, curbing provincial fragmentation to boost green energy expansion and optimise resource flow

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343329/china-dismantle-local-power-protectionism-push-electrify-national-grid

[2026-02-12 23:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Saudi Arabia reshapes Vision 2030 around new priorities

Snippet: Saudi Arabia has begun reviewing its Vision 2030, a sweeping diversification agenda launched in Saudi Arabia in 2016. The country's de facto ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman — at the time Deputy Crown Prince as well as Minister of Defense — introduced the $2 trillion (€1.7 trillion) reform agenda a decade ago to reduce the kingdom's reliance on oil, and to transform the economy and society.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/saudi-arabia-reshapes-vision-2030-around-new-priorities/a-75900119

[2026-02-12 22:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Bookings up but bottom lines flat for Hong Kong reunion dinners

Snippet: Seafood chain says bookings for reunion dinners have risen 10 per cent but overall year-on-year earnings for Lunar New Year period could ‘just about balance out’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343338/bookings-bottom-lines-flat-hong-kong-reunion-dinners

[2026-02-12 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese premier tours rare earths production hub amid rising US tech rivalry

Snippet: Premier Li Qiang called for China to consolidate its lead in industries like rare earths, where Beijing has a strategic edge over Washington

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343328/chinese-premier-tours-rare-earths-production-hub-amid-rising-us-tech-rivalry

[2026-02-12 21:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: SoftBank

Snippet: SoftBank Group to float 10% as the fintech subsidiary goes international

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/softbank

[2026-02-12 19:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: TSMC

Snippet: The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/companies/tsmc

[2026-02-12 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: EU seeks independence, survival amid China-US economic dominance

Snippet: European leaders meet to address the bloc’s economic woes, reliance on China and US, and shielding key industries from protectionist policies

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3343263/free-trade-or-fortress-europe-battle-soul-eu-economy

[2026-02-12 16:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: GovPay celebrates one year of seamless public service - DailyNews

Snippet: One year ago today, the GovPay system was officially launched at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of the Honorable President and Minister of Digital Economy, Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/12/breaking-news/950089/govpay-celebrates-one-year-of-seamless-public-service/

[2026-02-12 16:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong braces for 11.38 million trips during Lunar New Year travel rush

Snippet: Projected figure marks 16 per cent increase from last year, according to Immigration Department

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343279/1138-million-expected-cross-hong-kong-borders-over-lunar-new-year-period

[2026-02-12 16:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Nexperia faces 6-month inquiry as CEO Zhang’s suspension upheld by Dutch court

Snippet: Investigation into firm’s governance could last six months, with one analyst warning of damage to bilateral ties

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3343276/chinas-wingtech-faces-setback-dutch-court-keeps-nexperia-ceo-suspended-orders-probe

[2026-02-12 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘The Trump factor’ could be luring more foreign investors to China. Here’s why

Snippet: Global volatility is forcing a rethink of traditional safe havens, creating opportunities for Beijing, prominent investor says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343187/trump-factor-why-china-may-benefit-investors-diversify-us-dollar-assets

[2026-02-12 12:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks slip as regulator summons tech firms over train tickets

Snippet: Approaching Lunar New Year holiday also dampens investors’ enthusiasm for technology stocks, analyst says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3343249/hong-kong-stocks-slip-beijing-regulator-summons-tech-firms-train-ticket-complaints

[2026-02-12 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Index compiler MSCI tilts towards Chinese tech stocks in latest revamp

Snippet: A net 21 stocks were added to the MSCI China Index, including SenseTime, Pony.ai and Hesai Technology

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3343220/index-compiler-msci-tilts-towards-chinese-tech-stocks-latest-revamp

[2026-02-12 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ongoing reforms and policy stability are vital for economic prosperity - CBSL Governor - DailyNews

Snippet: The ongoing reforms and policy stability implemented to restore the country’s economy are vital, Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).Dr. P. Nandalal Weerasinghe said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/12/business/949598/ongoing-reforms-and-policy-stability-are-vital-for-economic-prosperity-cbsl-governor/

[2026-02-12 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Stakeholder consultations begin on tariff reforms under 2026 Budget - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government has commenced stakeholder engagement on proposed tariff reforms under the 2026 Budget, with the aim of strengthening the production economy and boosting exports.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/12/business/949585/stakeholder-consultations-begin-on-tariff-reforms-under-2026-budget/

[2026-02-12 00:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How AI, delivery drones helped China cut logistics costs to a new low

Snippet: Beijing brings per unit costs to lowest level on record – though outlays still remain well above levels in most developed economies

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343209/how-ai-delivery-drones-helped-china-cut-logistics-costs-new-low

[2026-02-11 23:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: How close is Nigeria to meeting its clean cooking target?

Snippet: Zainab Salisu has been using firewood to cook her family's meals and run her bean cake small business for many years. The married mother of two who lives in Jahi, a suburb in Abuja, Nigeria's capital, says the traditional style of cooking is what her "family can afford." However, she also admits that it's taking a toll on her health.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/how-close-is-nigeria-to-meeting-its-clean-cooking-target/a-75907933

[2026-02-11 23:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Vendors upbeat despite rent rises as crowds flock to Lunar New Year fair

Snippet: From flowers to fai chun, crowds return in force to Victoria Park on the fair’s opening day as the Year of the Horse approaches

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343218/hong-kong-vendors-optimistic-despite-rent-hikes-lunar-new-year-fair-crowds-flock

[2026-02-11 19:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China lets yuan rise to strongest level in years as de-dollarisation trend grows

Snippet: China’s central bank sets the yuan’s midpoint rate at its strongest level since mid-2023, as jitters over the US dollar buoy the Chinese currency

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343174/china-lets-yuan-rise-strongest-level-years-de-dollarisation-trend-grows

[2026-02-11 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Time on happy hour as French wine and spirit sales sour in mainland China, US

Snippet: French alcohol exports to mainland China and the US dropped by 19.5 and 21 per cent in 2025 as tariffs stifled global trade

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343156/time-called-happy-hour-french-wine-and-spirit-sales-sour-mainland-china-us

[2026-02-11 14:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s consumer price growth cools as inflation outlook remains unclear

Snippet: Consumer price index rose for a fourth straight month in January, though the increase fell short of market expectations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/economic-indicators/article/3343143/chinas-consumer-price-growth-cools-inflation-outlook-remains-unclear

[2026-02-11 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Green gambit sees China turn old oil pipeline into new carbon highway

Snippet: Successful 27km trial unlocks vast carbon dioxide transport potential, bridging geographical gaps to accelerate a process seen as vital to large-scale decarbonisation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343072/china-turns-old-oil-pipeline-new-carbon-highway-green-cost-cutting-gambit

[2026-02-11 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Emotional economy boom: China ‘love-brained’ youth seek strangers’ ire for guidance

Snippet: People obsessed with love pay for tongue-lashing from self-styled influencers; some consider growing trend a form of ‘public humiliation’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3342385/rise-emotional-economy-china-love-brained-youth-seek-strangers-scolding-guidance

[2026-02-11 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Finterest] MSMEs run the economy, so why do they still get so little bank loans?

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/finterest-msmes-get-few-loans-can-digital-banks-close-gap/

[2026-02-11 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Banking And Financial Services

Snippet: Thought Leaders [Vantage Point] Why a DBP–LandBank merger has become urgent Business [Finterest] MSMEs run the economy, so why do they still get so little bank loans? Feb 11, 2026 8:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied BrandRap Where do time deposits fit in today’s portfolios?

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/banking-and-financial-services/

[2026-02-11 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: MSMEs in the Philippines

Snippet: Thought Leaders [Vantage Point] Why a DBP–LandBank merger has become urgent Business [Finterest] MSMEs run the economy, so why do they still get so little bank loans? Feb 11, 2026 8:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied BrandRap ADB, GCash lending arm Fuse partner to unlock inclusive finance, fight poverty in Philippines Feb 6, 2026 6:07 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied BrandRap Empowering enterprise growth

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/msmes-philippines/

[2026-02-11 09:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US seeks fair China competition, looks to realign Latin America ties

Snippet: Scott Bessent says Washington wants to reduce security risks without decoupling from Beijing as it steps up engagement across Latin America

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/economy-trade-business/article/3343118/treasury-chief-says-us-seeks-fair-china-competition-eyes-latin-america-realignment

[2026-02-11 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: State Institutions to connect to National Cyber Security Operations Centre soon - DailyNews

Snippet: A special discussion on the implementing the Cabinet decision to connect critical government institutions to the National Cyber Security Operations Centre (NCSOC) was held on 10 February 2026 at the Old Parliament Building in Colombo. Organised jointly by Sri Lanka CERT and the Digital Economy Ministry, this session can be identified as a decisive step toward strengthening the country’s national cyber security framework.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/11/local/949260/state-institutions-to-connect-to-national-cyber-security-operations-centre-soon/

[2026-02-11 01:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hollywood stars to headline Hong Kong’s first Comic Con

Snippet: Mads Mikkelsen, Giancarlo Esposito and Christopher Lloyd lined up for Hong Kong Comic Con 2026 to be held from May 29 to 31

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343100/hollywood-stars-headline-hong-kong-comic-con

[2026-02-11 00:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Brilliant’ retail and dining revenue gives Hong Kong’s Ngong Ping 360 boost

Snippet: Operator will introduce cable car night rides for the first time to headline its 20th anniversary celebrations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343098/brilliant-retail-and-dining-revenue-gives-hong-kongs-ngong-ping-360-boost

[2026-02-11 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesia’s economy tipped to gain from deeper mainland China, Hong Kong ties

Snippet: Increased investments and lessons learned from improving capital markets could help Indonesia as it ‘opens shop’, insiders and observers say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3343092/indonesias-economy-tipped-gain-deeper-mainland-china-hong-kong-ties

[2026-02-10 23:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesia turns to digital finance to reach unbanked population

Snippet: With millions still lacking access to banking services, Indonesia is drawing on regional lessons and forging international partnerships

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3343090/indonesia-turns-digital-finance-reach-unbanked-population

[2026-02-10 23:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: personal finance tips

Snippet: Business [Finterest] MSMEs run the economy, so why do they still get so little bank loans? BrandRap Where do time deposits fit in today’s portfolios? Feb 10, 2026 8:37 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Business [Ask the Tax Whiz] What you need to know about BIR’s new Single-Instance Audit Framework Feb 6, 2026 12:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Business [Finterest] What to consider

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/personal-finance-tips/

[2026-02-10 23:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesia eyes China partners to build ‘better than the EU standard’

Snippet: Sovereign wealth fund Danantara targets waste-to-energy, smart grids, and data centres, leveraging a global tech leader for green and infrastructure growth

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3343084/indonesia-eyes-china-partnerships-build-industry-and-tech-better-eu-standard

[2026-02-10 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: EU ‘mega tariff’: French minister urges caution amid calls for 30% China duty

Snippet: Finance minister distances himself from French government agency’s proposal for blanket EU tariffs on China to stop ‘destruction’ of local industry

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3343041/french-finance-minister-urges-caution-paris-agency-proposes-30-china-tariff