[2026-05-23 01:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Economic confidence plummets in US amid Iran war, poll shows

Snippet: Only 16 percent of Americans view the economy in the United States as “good” or “excellent”, a new Gallup poll suggests, as inflation continues to rise amid the war on Iran.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/22/economic-confidence-plummets-in-us-amid-iran-war-poll-shows

[2026-05-23 01:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: "Huge Shock": China Launches Crackdown On Cross-Border Stock Selling To Block Capital Outflows

Snippet: China launched an unprecedented campaign against illegal cross-border trading to stem capital outflows, threatening severe penalties against brokers and ordering non-compliant accounts to be liquidated within two years, sparking a brutal selloff in three popular brokerages.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/huge-shock-china-launches-crackdown-cross-border-stock-selling-block-capital-outflows

[2026-05-23 00:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Watch: Trump will swear in Kevin Warsh as Fed chair as he seeks interest rate cuts

Snippet: President Donald Trump will swear in Kevin Warsh as chair of the Federal Reserve on Friday, putting him in charge of a central bank that must navigate a tumultuous economy and a president with very specific expectations on interest rates.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/22/trump-kevin-warsh-fed-chair-interest-rates.html

[2026-05-23 00:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: As Stocks Hit Record Highs, Americans' Consumer Confidence Collapses To Record Low

Snippet: With the "mini war" still ongoing (albeit with a 'ceasefire' in place), expectations were for UMich consumer sentiment to continue languishing at record lows in final May data released this morning.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/stocks-hit-record-highs-americans-consumer-confidence-collapses-record-low

[2026-05-22 23:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Senegal sheep prices surge ahead of Tabaski amid Mali crisis

Snippet: Senegal’s livestock markets are facing a shortage of sheep just days before Tabaski, as insecurity in neighbouring Mali disrupts a key supply route and pushes prices sharply higher.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/05/22/senegal-sheep-prices-surge-ahead-of-tabaski-amid-mali-crisis/

[2026-05-22 23:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Hope And Reality

Snippet: By Teeuwe Mevissen, Senior Macro Strategist at Rabobank

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/hope-and-reality

[2026-05-22 23:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Europe energy prices to remain high through 2027 at least, officials say

Snippet: From left to right, European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity, Implementation and Simplification Valdis Dombrovskis, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde, President of the Eurogroup Kyriakos Pierrakakis, Managing Director and the European Stability Mechanism Pierre Gramegna talk to the media during the Eurogroup finance ministers meeting in capital Nicosia, Cyprus, Friday, May 22, 2026.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/europe-energy-prices-oil-gas-inflation-growth-6fdfb05681c628ea94d391d59e1ca0a4

[2026-05-22 23:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Revamped Terminal 2 will boost Hong Kong’s aviation hub status: Airport Authority

Snippet: Chairman Fred Lam describes facility as ‘milestone’ in airport’s development, prioritising efficiency and user experience

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3354569/launch-terminal-2-will-boost-hong-kongs-aviation-hub-status-airport-authority?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-22 23:02 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong Airlines] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Revamped Terminal 2 will boost Hong Kong’s aviation hub status: Airport Authority

Snippet: Chairman Fred Lam describes facility as ‘milestone’ in airport’s development, prioritising efficiency and user experience

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3354569/launch-terminal-2-will-boost-hong-kongs-aviation-hub-status-airport-authority

[2026-05-22 22:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: US Stock Futures Rise, Set For 8th Consecutive Week Of Gains

Snippet: US equity futures are higher into the long weekend, with the S&P 500 gaining for an 8th consecutive week higher, its longest streak of weekly wins since 2023 with sustained momentum in popular thematics, thanks to a liquidity boost, supportive macro readings, solid earnings and hopes that the US and Iran are moving closer to a peace deal, not to mention unrelenting enthusiasm for artificial intelligence which is fueling a historic gamma squeeze.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/us-stock-futures-rise-set-8th-consecutive-week-gains

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s top trade negotiator urges Apec to grow economic pie, divide it fairly

Snippet: At ministerial meeting in Suzhou, Li Chenggang urges representatives of 21 economies to ‘reject zero-sum thinking’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354559/chinas-top-trade-negotiator-urges-apec-grow-economic-pie-divide-it-fairly?utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s top trade negotiator urges Apec to grow economic pie, divide it fairly

Snippet: At ministerial meeting in Suzhou, Li Chenggang urges representatives of 21 economies to ‘reject zero-sum thinking’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354559/chinas-top-trade-negotiator-urges-apec-grow-economic-pie-divide-it-fairly

[2026-05-22 21:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Hormuz Shock Raises Recession Risk As Retailers Sound Alarm On Consumer Stress

Snippet: Oil market experts at Rapidan Energy Group warn that a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz could trigger an oil shock severe enough to hit consumers hard and push the economy into a downturn on a scale approaching that of the 2008 Great Recession.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/hormuz-shock-raises-recession-risk-retailers-sound-alarm-consumer-stress

[2026-05-22 21:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Adia's focus on evolution places Abu Dhabi fund on path of growth | The National

Snippet: Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (Adia) continues to evolve, identifying new investment opportunities across asset classes and geographies, as one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds marks its 50th year.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2026/05/22/adias-focus-on-evolution-places-abu-dhabi-fund-on-path-of-growth/

[2026-05-22 21:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Starmer Government Doubles Down On Anti-Free Speech Policies

Snippet: Authored by Jonathan Turley,

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/starmer-government-doubles-down-anti-free-speech-policies

[2026-05-22 21:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: HSBC cuts China retail sales forecast by nearly half as property and jobs weigh on demand

Snippet: Consumption is facing renewed pressure as a weak labour market and diminishing returns from subsidies cloud outlook, the bank says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354561/hsbc-cuts-china-retail-sales-forecast-nearly-half-property-and-jobs-weigh-demand?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-22 21:17 UTC+10:00] [April] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: HSBC cuts China retail sales forecast by nearly half as property and jobs weigh on demand

Snippet: Consumption is facing renewed pressure as a weak labour market and diminishing returns from subsidies cloud outlook, the bank says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354561/hsbc-cuts-china-retail-sales-forecast-nearly-half-property-and-jobs-weigh-demand

[2026-05-22 20:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Live updates: Trump heads to New York district as voters sour on economy

Snippet: President Donald Trump speaks as he tours Ballroom construction around the outside the White House, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/live/trump-administration-updates-05-22-2026

[2026-05-22 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: K-pop stars BTS to hold 3 concerts at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium in 2027

Snippet: Boy band will perform on March 4, 6 and 7 as part of their ‘Arirang’ world tour with tickets priced at up to HK$3,299 each

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3354540/k-pop-stars-bts-hold-3-concerts-hong-kongs-kai-tak-stadium-2027?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-22 20:15 UTC+10:00] [South Korea] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: K-pop stars BTS to hold 3 concerts at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium in 2027

Snippet: Boy band will perform on March 4, 6 and 7 as part of their ‘Arirang’ world tour with tickets priced at up to HK$3,299 each

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3354540/k-pop-stars-bts-hold-3-concerts-hong-kongs-kai-tak-stadium-2027

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China, Kazakhstan set to launch food security trade platform in wake of Iran war

Snippet: The agreement highlights Beijing’s push to rewire agricultural supply chains, as it seeks to reduce vulnerability in global markets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354530/china-kazakhstan-set-launch-food-security-trade-platform-wake-iran-war?utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China, Kazakhstan set to launch food security trade platform in wake of Iran war

Snippet: The agreement highlights Beijing’s push to rewire agricultural supply chains, as it seeks to reduce vulnerability in global markets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354530/china-kazakhstan-set-launch-food-security-trade-platform-wake-iran-war

[2026-05-22 19:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Indonesian commodity exporters flag myriad hurdles in state monopoly push

Snippet: Tugboats pull barges loaded with coal on the Mahakam River in East Kalimantan, Indonesia. The government seeks to control exports of coal, palm oil and nickel through a new state body in a push to boost state revenue. © AP

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/commodities/indonesian-commodity-exporters-flag-myriad-hurdles-in-state-monopoly-push

[2026-05-22 19:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Chinese EV Makers Turn Abandoned Western Factories Into Global Launchpads

Snippet: Chinese EV companies are rapidly expanding overseas by snapping up unused factory space from struggling Western automakers, many of whom are downsizing traditional gasoline-car production, according to Nikkei.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/chinese-ev-makers-turn-abandoned-western-factories-global-launchpads

[2026-05-22 18:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As its firms look overseas, China overtakes US to become top foreign investor in Germany

Snippet: Deteriorating transatlantic relationship and high energy and labour costs are making American firms think twice before moving into German market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354505/its-firms-look-overseas-china-overtakes-us-become-top-foreign-investor-germany?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-22 18:02 UTC+10:00] [Switzerland] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As its firms look overseas, China overtakes US to become top foreign investor in Germany

Snippet: Deteriorating transatlantic relationship and high energy and labour costs are making American firms think twice before moving into German market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354505/its-firms-look-overseas-china-overtakes-us-become-top-foreign-investor-germany

[2026-05-22 17:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japanese stocks hit record high on hopes for Iran resolution

Snippet: The benchmark Nikkei Stock Average ended the day at 63,339.07, jumping over 1600 points. (File photo by Nozomi Okubo)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/japanese-stocks-hit-record-high-on-hopes-for-iran-resolution

[2026-05-22 16:12 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ASX Runners of the Week: Hydrix, KTEK Aerosystems, Anteotech & Castle

Snippet: After the bloodshed of last week’s budget, Australian markets have calmed a little this week. Aided by US President Trump’s latest truth social tirade, the temperamental leader of the free world suggested that the US and Iran were once again in the “final stages” of negotiations.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/asx-runners-of-the-week-hydrix-ktek-aerosystems-anteotech-and-castle-20260522-p5zzvl.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-22 16:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: European stocks set to rise as investors weigh Iran war's economic impact

Snippet: Shares listed in Europe look set to move higher at the open on Friday, with the U.S.-Iran war and economic data in focus.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/22/europe-markets-stocks-ftse-100-stoxx-defense-iran-economic-data.html

[2026-05-22 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: AIIB offers up to US$10 billion to support members hit by Iran war fallout

Snippet: The new facility will help nations deal with urgent energy, food and economic resilience needs, according to the bank

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3354457/aiib-offers-us10-billion-support-members-hit-iran-war-fallout?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-22 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Energy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: AIIB offers up to US$10 billion to support members hit by Iran war fallout

Snippet: The new facility will help nations deal with urgent energy, food and economic resilience needs, according to the bank

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3354457/aiib-offers-us10-billion-support-members-hit-iran-war-fallout

[2026-05-22 15:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Gatchalian calls for calm, responsible discourse as political noise threatens economy

Snippet: SENATOR Win Gatchalian appealed for political sobriety and responsible public discourse to safeguard the economy and restore investor confidence amid escalating political rhetoric.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/22/tmt-newswire/gatchalian-calls-for-calm-responsible-discourse-as-political-noise-threatens-economy/2349829

[2026-05-22 15:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Asian shares and oil prices rise as war's end remains elusive

Snippet: Currency traders watch monitors at the foreign exchange dealing room of the Hana Bank headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, Wednesday, May 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/stocks-markets-oil-iran-bonds-20c93cae93453da1e1994e676c05e895

[2026-05-22 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: ASEAN manufacturers shed jobs as Iran war impact deepens

Snippet: Workers assemble furniture parts for export to the U.S. at Corporate Specialist's plant in Muar, Malaysia: Executives say more than 100 local companies have closed recently. © AP

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/asean-manufacturers-shed-jobs-as-iran-war-impact-deepens

[2026-05-22 14:52 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [In This Economy] Stagflation by any other name would smell as bad

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-philippines-stagflation-risks/

[2026-05-22 14:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Trump heads to New York to show support for Rep. Mike Lawler

Snippet: President Donald Trump attends an event about loosening a federal refrigerant rule, in the Oval Office at the White House, Thursday, May 21, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-new-york-tax-economy-1615fc3c322dc58e000f205f1686f60c

[2026-05-22 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s vast new canal link to Southeast Asia set to open earlier than expected

Snippet: The Pinglu Canal – a US$10 billion waterway connecting China’s heartlands to the Gulf of Tonkin – will begin trial operations as soon as September

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354380/chinas-vast-new-canal-link-southeast-asia-set-open-earlier-expected?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-22 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Nanning] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s vast new canal link to Southeast Asia set to open earlier than expected

Snippet: The Pinglu Canal – a US$10 billion waterway connecting China’s heartlands to the Gulf of Tonkin – will begin trial operations as soon as September

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354380/chinas-vast-new-canal-link-southeast-asia-set-open-earlier-expected

[2026-05-22 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: UAE-Oman trade corridors vital for transport of essential cargo as Hormuz remains closed | The National

Snippet: Newly opened trade corridors between the UAE and Oman are playing a critical role in the transport of essential and time-sensitive cargo, as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed as a result of Iran war.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2026/05/22/uae-oman-trade-corridors-vital-for-transport-of-essential-cargo-as-hormuz-remains-closed/

[2026-05-22 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: UK-Gulf deal is a shot in the arm for free trade | The National

Snippet: At first glance, little seems to connect disparate items such as medical equipment, luxury cars, chocolate or butter. This week, however, four years of talks and a 2,000-page agreement brought them together. Such goods may be among the cheaper, more available British exports on sale in the Gulf as part of a milestone free-trade deal struck between London and the GCC.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/opinion/editorial/2026/05/22/uk-gcc-free-trade-deal-economy-business-middle-east/

[2026-05-22 12:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: US-China trade talks back in focus at APEC meeting

Snippet: A crew member works on a container ship docked at Yangshan Port outside of Shanghai in June 2025. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade-war/us-china-trade-talks-back-in-focus-at-apec-meeting

[2026-05-22 12:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Toyota To Import Taiwan-Built Minivans To Japan Amid Factory Strain

Snippet: Toyota will start shipping Taiwan-built Noah and Voxy minivans to Japan later this year, marking a rare shift in the company’s production strategy as mounting pressures strain the country’s auto manufacturing sector, according to Nikkei.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/toyota-import-taiwan-built-minivans-japan-amid-factory-strain

[2026-05-22 11:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC Daily Open: Dow at all-time high as Iran reviews peace deal

Snippet: Hello, this is Dylan Butts writing to you from Singapore. Welcome to another edition of the CNBC Daily Open.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/22/oil-markets-ease-after-trump-gives-tehran-more-time.html

[2026-05-22 09:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Asia-Pacific markets set to open higher as investors assess U.S.-Iran peace deal diplomacy

Snippet: Asia-Pacific markets were set to open higher Friday as investors assess U.S.-Iran diplomatic efforts at reaching a peace deal in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/22/asia-markets-today-brent-nikkei-225-kospi-hang-seng-index.html

[2026-05-22 09:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: 'Monitoring the situation': why young men are drawn to prediction markets

Snippet: Cameron George is living the dream. Back in 2019, he was stacking shelves in Walmart, but the 26-year-old has since become a full-time crypto trader and content creator.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93xv27kpwxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-22 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China moves to secure critical mineral supply chain with sweeping new framework

Snippet: New law coordinates control over the full supply chain as Beijing frames minerals as a national security priority

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354400/china-moves-secure-critical-mineral-supply-chain-sweeping-new-framework?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-22 09:00 UTC+10:00] [White House] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China moves to secure critical mineral supply chain with sweeping new framework

Snippet: New law coordinates control over the full supply chain as Beijing frames minerals as a national security priority

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3354400/china-moves-secure-critical-mineral-supply-chain-sweeping-new-framework

[2026-05-22 08:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Turkey Markets Crash After Court Unseats Opposition Head In Latest Erdogan Power Grab

Snippet: Shortly after we learned that Turkey had sold virtually all of its Treasuries in March to defend the lira after the Iran war broke out, the country was thrown into fresh political turmoil on Thursday when a Turkish court removed the leader of the country’s main opposition party in a landmark ruling that triggered a stock market crash, including one marketwide halt, and could strengthen President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s grip on power while further alienating foreign capital.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/turkey-markets-crash-after-court-unseats-opposition-head-latest-erdogan-power-grab

[2026-05-22 07:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Speculators rush into copper as sulfur supply risk, AI drive up prices

Snippet: Uncertainty about the situation in the Middle East saw copper prices fall in late March, but they have since rebounded. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/commodities/speculators-rush-into-copper-as-sulfur-supply-risk-ai-drive-up-prices

[2026-05-22 06:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Mexico cuts interest rate as Iran war fuels inflation concerns

Snippet: Mexico’s central bank has lowered its benchmark interest rate following a split vote, as uncertainty surrounding the US-Israeli war on Iran continues to unsettle global markets.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/mexico-cuts-interest-rate-iran-war-fuels-inflation-concerns