[2026-04-17 12:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Dubai open for business, as economic head cites Oman 'green corridor'

Snippet: Dubai Economic Development Corp. CEO Hadi Badri says it is business as usual in the emirate, and that the Iran war's impact has been a "largely mental challenge." (From the Facebook account of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/editor-s-picks/interview/dubai-open-for-business-as-economic-head-cites-oman-green-corridor

[2026-04-17 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Sharjah fish market thriving despite Iran crisis reducing catches and driving up prices | The National

Snippet: Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are affecting the UAE’s fishing industry, with restricted access to deep waters leading to smaller catches and rising prices at local fish markets.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/04/17/sharjah-fish-market-thriving-despite-iran-crisis-reducing-catches-and-driving-up-prices/

[2026-04-17 11:51 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Rising oil prices weighing on consumer, business sentiment: finance ministry

Snippet: Escalating geopolitical tensions linked to the prolonged Middle East conflict are posing risks of inflation and greater downside pressure on the South Korean economy, the finance ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10719524

[2026-04-17 11:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: What AI Doesn't Know - And Why It Matters

Snippet: Authored by Richard Porter via RealClearPolitics,

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/what-ai-doesnt-know-and-why-it-matters

[2026-04-17 11:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Manycore shares open up 175% in first day of Hong Kong trading

Snippet: Manycore executives attend a listing ceremony for the spatial design software provider in Hong Kong on April 17. (Cissy Zhou)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/ipo/manycore-shares-open-up-175-in-first-day-of-hong-kong-trading

[2026-04-17 11:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Philippine inequalities deepen as jeepneys languish and oil companies gain

Snippet: Drivers of jeepneys, the well-known public minibuses in the Philippines, are struggling to survive as fuel costs surge. Local oil companies, meanwhile, are accused of amassing record profits since the Iran war started. (Photo by Michael Beltran)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/philippine-inequalities-deepen-as-jeepneys-languish-and-oil-companies-gain

[2026-04-17 11:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Rising oil prices weighing on consumer, business sentiment: finance ministry

Snippet: SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- Escalating geopolitical tensions linked to the prolonged Middle East conflict are posing risks of inflation and greater downside pressure on the South Korean economy, the finance ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260417003000320

[2026-04-17 11:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC Daily Open: A fragile peace, but a firm market rally

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

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/17/cnbc-daily-market-rally-oil-iran-war.html

[2026-04-17 10:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Why The Crash Was Delayed

Snippet: Authored by Robert Aro via Mises Institute,

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/why-crash-was-delayed

[2026-04-17 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Bars gearing up for bumper Hong Kong Sevens weekend

Snippet: Bar operators dismiss concerns that higher airfares because of Middle East war will deter rugby fans from visiting city

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3350374/bars-gearing-bumper-hong-kong-sevens-weekend?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 10:30 UTC+10:00] [Rugby Sevens] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Bars gearing up for bumper Hong Kong Sevens weekend

Snippet: Bar operators dismiss concerns that higher airfares because of Middle East war will deter rugby fans from visiting city

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3350374/bars-gearing-bumper-hong-kong-sevens-weekend

[2026-04-17 10:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Gold still glitters for Asian buyers despite war-related March price fall

Snippet: Gold prices fell in March, even as crude oil leaped as a result of the the Iran war. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/commodities/gold-still-glitters-for-asian-buyers-despite-war-related-march-price-fall

[2026-04-17 09:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Asia markets set to open mixed as fragile Middle East ceasefire tempers sentiment

Snippet: Asia-Pacific markets were set to open mixed Friday, as cautious optimism over the Middle East conflict tempered sentiment, diverging from Wall Street's record-setting rally.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/17/asia-markets-today-nikkei225-hang-seng-sensex-asx-ceasefire-oil.html

[2026-04-17 09:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times - but at what cost?

Snippet: We live in hugely volatile times. In Ukraine, Europe is entering the fifth year of the worst conflict this continent has seen since World War Two, petrol prices are rising, and the global economy is under strain because of knock-on effects of the Iran war. Relations with the UK's former best friend, the United States are worsening.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqj8pg5yppwo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-17 08:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Australian bush tea hits shelves in Asia

Snippet: Topic:Tea and Coffee Growing

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/nt-bush-tea-kulbanyi-exporting-to-asian-markets/106572254

[2026-04-17 07:28 UTC+10:00] [American economy] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Greer pushes for funds to escalate Trump’s trade fight with China

Snippet: US trade chief says more resources needed to expand trade probes and counter China, warning farmers remain exposed ahead of Beijing summit

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/article/3350377/greer-pushes-funds-escalate-trumps-trade-fight-china

[2026-04-17 07:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Bankrupted Spirit Airlines Faces Imminent Liquidation

Snippet: Bankrupt Spirit Airlines "could liquidate as early as this week," according to a new CNBC report. The troubled carrier, stuck in years of turbulence, has failed to emerge from its second bankruptcy in less than a year and is now being squeezed by soaring jet fuel costs.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/bankrupted-spirit-airlines-faces-imminent-liquidation

[2026-04-17 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Netflix Plunges After US Revenues Miss, Dismal Q2 Guidance, Hastings Stepping Down As Chairman

Snippet: After staging a powerful rebound in the past two months, when first weak Q4 earnings sent the stock plunging to multi-year lows, which however was offset by the end of the company's expensive pursuit of HBO/Warner Bros. Discovery , and which sent the stock almost 50% higher from $75 to $108,moments ago Netflix reported Q1 earnings which were mixed but guidance was especially poor and rekindled the same fears as those unveiled three months ago, and coupled with the news

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/netflix-plunges-after-us-revenues-miss-dismal-q2-guidance-hastings-stepping-down-chairman

[2026-04-17 06:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Robert J. Fouser] Leading by substance

Snippet: On April 12 voters in Hungary defeated autocratic Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s Fidesz party by a landslide. The MAGA-friendly leader had received high-profile support from US President Donald Trump who sent his vice president, JD Vance, to campaign for him. After 16 years of Orban, voters wanted change in the hope of reviving a stagnant economy and ending government corruption.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10719026

[2026-04-17 06:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: How Atlas is approaching modern healthcare in an experience-driven economy

Snippet: In today’s economy, healthcare providers are increasingly being chosen for the experience they provide. Research from Modern Healthcare indicates that many healthcare patients are shifting to a digital-first model, focused on individual needs and preferences to offer more convenient and personalized care.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/contributor-content/how-atlas-is-approaching-modern-healthcare-in-an-experience-driven-economy/

[2026-04-17 05:25 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ASX set to dip, Wall Street steady; Oil prices climb

Snippet: The US stock market is holding near its record high as Wall Street waits for more clues about what will happen in the Iran war before making its next big move.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-dip-wall-street-steady-oil-prices-climb-20260417-p5zolv.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 04:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Middle East faces one of sharpest downgrades since global financial crisis, IMF warns | The National

Snippet: The Middle East’s economic outlook has sharply deteriorated following the outbreak of the Iran war, with the International Monetary Fund warning that the region faces one of its steepest growth downgrades in years and rising risks of further decline if the conflict persists.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2026/04/16/middle-east-faces-one-of-sharpest-downgrades-since-global-financial-crisis-imf-warns/

[2026-04-17 04:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Taiwan Semi Slides Despite Record Results In Warning Sign For Chip Companies

Snippet: Taiwanese chip giant, Taiwan Semiconductor Manfuacturing Co, said Thursday its net profit surged to a fresh record in the first quarter, fueled by the global artificial intelligence race despite the war in the Middle East. Massive demand for AI hardware means business is booming for TSMC -- the biggest contract maker of microchips used in everything from Apple phones to Nvidia processors.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/taiwan-semi-slides-despite-record-results-warning-sign-chip-companies

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

Source: New York Post

Title: Germany eyes harsher sick leave rules to save economy from absenteeism epidemic

Snippet: They say calling out sick is nothing to sneeze at.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/16/world-news/germany-eyes-harsher-sick-leave-rules-warns-four-day-week-hurts-economy/

[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