Topic: Economy & Finance — Neutral reports only
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[2026-03-17 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
Snippet: Meta’s stock jumped more than 3% in early Monday trading on news that Mark Zuckerberg’s company is planning to cut more than 20% of the company’s workforce as it ramps up spending on artificial intelligence.
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[2026-03-17 02:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Snippet: The United States-Israeli war on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory strikes across the Gulf region have upended global financial and energy markets, raising concerns of a global economic crisis – and even of a recession.
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[2026-03-17 02:49 UTC+10:00] [US-Israel war on Iran] [Factuality: 92]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: By imposing massive costs on the global economy, the Iranian government hopes to cause the US to back down
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[2026-03-17 02:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
Snippet: Bank of America has settled a civil lawsuit brought by women who accused the bank of facilitating their sexual abuse by Jeffrey Epstein, court records showed on Monday.
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[2026-03-17 01:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: RT News
Snippet: By Farhad Ibragimov – lecturer at the Faculty of Economics at RUDN University, visiting lecturer at the Institute of Social Sciences of the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration
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[2026-03-17 01:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: RT News
Snippet: By Farhad Ibragimov – lecturer at the Faculty of Economics at RUDN University, visiting lecturer at the Institute of Social Sciences of the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration
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[2026-03-17 01:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
Snippet: The rising age of first-time homebuyers has dominated discussion of the housing market in recent months—and multiple sources offer varying estimates of how old the typical first-time buyer really is.
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[2026-03-17 01:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AfricaNews
Snippet: Congolese president Félix Tshisekedi signed a decree-law on Saturday to create a brand-new specialised court to deal with economic and financial crimes such as corruption and money laundering.
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[2026-03-16 23:48 UTC+10:00] [Chinese] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The two sides held deep, frank and constructive consultations, China’s top negotiator says
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[2026-03-16 23:30 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: US president’s threat to delay summit with Xi adds uncertainty to Paris negotiations, analysts say
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[2026-03-16 23:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday that the administration has no plans to intervene in financial markets and may not have the authority to do so even if it wanted.
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[2026-03-16 23:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: SEOUL, South Korea, March 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Premia, Korea's only hybrid airline, has enhanced passenger comfort by reducing the total number of seats while expanding seat pitch to enhance passenger comfort.
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[2026-03-16 22:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Local Spain
Snippet: It may seem like the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US and Israel is happening far away, but it’s already starting to affect life in Spain, including the property market.
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[2026-03-16 22:30 UTC+10:00] [Asia-Pacific] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Intensified inspections for Panama-flagged vessels – among the world’s most common registrations – retaliation for canal port seizure, source says
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[2026-03-16 22:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: The closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran is a military strategy with vast consequences for the global economy, not just in the form of higher oil prices, but with disruptions in supply chains involving metals and manufacturing, and farming and food prices. And at some point in the future, supply chain experts say, Iran's attempt to choke of the strait will also hit American medicine cabinets.
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[2026-03-16 21:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: Meta stock was on the up before U.S. markets opened on Thursday following reports the company is planning to lay off over 20% of its workforce to balance its staggering AI spending plans this year.
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[2026-03-16 21:15 UTC+10:00] [Gemini] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Google Hong Kong’s Michael Yue says move will drive more creativity and productivity and help achieve commitment to advancing Hong Kong together
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[2026-03-16 21:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: BEIRUT, Lebanon — Fears of a global energy crisis rose Monday as the war in the Middle East raged on, with more US-Israeli strikes on the Iranian capital and Israel's bombardment of Lebanon. An Iranian drone strike temporarily shut Dubai’s airport, a crucial global travel hub, underscoring the threats to the world economy.
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[2026-03-16 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
Snippet: Amazon has been signaling that it wants a piece of the Saks empire — including possibly buying it outright — even as its prospects to break into the luxury market have been complicated by its controversial role in the retailer’s bankruptcy, The Post has learned.
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[2026-03-16 20:30 UTC+10:00] [Maersk] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Transits drop to zero but vessels cluster outside corridor, signalling expectations of a reopening, maritime analytics firm says
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[2026-03-16 20:15 UTC+10:00] [Shizuoka] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: For tourists tired of cities like Tokyo or Osaka, Shizuoka offers a quieter experience of Japanese culture. But how can it market itself?
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[2026-03-16 20:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: SHANGHAI, March 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At The Asian Banker "Global Excellence In Retail Finance Awards Ceremony And Gala Dinner 2026"on 12 March, WeBank received four major awards in recognition of its technological innovation and inclusive finance capabilities. The Bank once again retained the titles of "Best Digital Bank in Asia Pacific"and "Best Digital Bank in China".
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[2026-03-16 19:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Atarah Capital has announced the appointment of Mr. Janaka Karunaratne, retired Deputy Governor (DG) of Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) as a Non-Executive Independent Director. Having served at CBSL for over 34 years, Janaka assumes his inaugural appointment in the Private Sector as a Director of Atarah Capital, a “Corporate Finance Advisor” firm licensed and Regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka.
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[2026-03-16 19:30 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: Australians blame Anthony Albanese and his government for the nation’s inflation pressures as they cut their spending on takeaway meals, drop subscriptions for streaming services and put off repairs around the house and on their cars to make ends meet.
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[2026-03-16 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Formula One] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Setting a near 20-year attendance record, this year’s race strengthened the city’s case as global event venue – and China’s efforts to spur consumption
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[2026-03-16 18:47 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: SEJONG — A surge in oil prices triggered by the war involving Iran could deal a significant blow to the South Korean economy if the rally persists, given the country’s heavy reliance on Middle Eastern crude oil, a state-run research institute warned Monday.
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[2026-03-16 18:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AfricaNews
Snippet: Madagascar’s transitional leader, Michael Randrianirina, has appointed the head of the country’s financial intelligence unit, Mamitiana Rajaonarison, as prime minister, just days after dissolving the government.
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[2026-03-16 17:20 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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[2026-03-16 16:49 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Samsung SDI said Monday it has clinched a 1.5 trillion won ($1 billion) deal to supply prismatic energy storage system batteries for a US energy firm, building on its growing presence in the North American energy storage market.
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[2026-03-16 16:46 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: South Korean and Cambodian tax authorities are stepping up cooperation on cross-border information sharing tied to tax crimes and financial assets as they seek to trace proceeds concealed overseas.
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[2026-03-16 16:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Poland’s economy has been transformed dramatically since the fall of communism in 1989. Once struggling, it is now one of Europe’s most successful. Poland’s GDP has risen significantly, and the economy has grown steadily since joining the European Union in 2004. (AP Video by Pietro de Cristofaro)
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[2026-03-16 16:27 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: LG Display has begun supplying organic light-emitting diode panels to Chinese electronics maker TCL for the first time, marking a notable partnership as the Chinese firm moves into the premium OLED monitor market.
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[2026-03-16 16:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: A person walks in front of an electronic stock board showing Japan’s Nikkei index at a securities firm Friday, March 13, 2026, in Tokyo. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)
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[2026-03-16 16:04 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]
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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[2026-03-16 15:55 UTC+10:00] [Business / The economy] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: March 16, 2026 — 3:55pm
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[2026-03-16 15:29 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Michael West Media
Snippet: March 16, 2026 15:29 | News
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[2026-03-16 15:01 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: APR said Monday that its flagship beauty brand Medicube has entered Nykaa, India’s largest beauty platform, marking a strategic partnership aimed at expanding its presence in the local market.
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[2026-03-16 14:30 UTC+10:00] [Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Readers discuss the Middle East situation, helping young Hongkongers meet the AI challenge, and Hong Kong as an international city
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[2026-03-16 14:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: President Donald Trump's order to strike Iranian military assets on Kharg Island has thrust one of Tehran's most critical oil hubs into the center of the escalating U.S.-Iran conflict.
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[2026-03-16 14:09 UTC+10:00] [Esso] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: China’s largest courier cites volatile global fuel prices for new HK$1 surcharge on local document and parcel deliveries
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[2026-03-16 13:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: An Adelaide mother previously pleaded guilty to 11 charges after she faked her son's cancer diagnosis. (Supplied)
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[2026-03-16 13:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Pasig City will begin releasing the P5,000 fuel subsidy for tricycle drivers this week under the national government’s financial assistance program for public utility vehicle drivers.
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[2026-03-16 13:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: China's economy started on a strong footing this year, with consumption and production both beating expectations as holiday spending and strong foreign demand provided an early boost.
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[2026-03-16 13:00 UTC+10:00] [China data] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Before the Iran energy crisis and latest round of China-US trade talks, retail spending grew 2.8 per cent in January and February while fixed-asset investment increased 1.8 per cent
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[2026-03-16 11:59 UTC+10:00] [Business / The economy] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: March 16, 2026 — 11:59am
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[2026-03-16 11:48 UTC+10:00] [BUSINESS] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Japan Times
Snippet: In the remote Western Australian town of Dardanup, accountant Natasha Earle and her family are feeling the financial pain of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Their "once-in-a-lifetime" five-week trip to Europe — booked last May on Emirates and taking them to London, Paris, Berlin, Vienna and Rome — has been upended by the conflict, and is costing roughly A$10,000 ($7,000) more as they reroute to avoid disruptions from drone and missile fire in the Middle East.
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[2026-03-16 11:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Middle East Eye
Snippet: US President Donald Trump warned that Nato faces a “very bad future” if allies fail to help the United States secure shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz, according to an interview with the Financial Times.
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[2026-03-16 11:30 UTC+10:00] [United Arab Emirates] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Industry players say local travellers more cautious ahead of Easter holiday amid rising airfares and disrupted routes
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[2026-03-16 11:30 UTC+10:00] [ByteDance] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Chinese tech stocks prove steadier than regional and US peers, as frenzy over OpenClaw shows a possible way forward, analysts say
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[2026-03-16 11:13 UTC+10:00] [US-Israel war on Iran] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: Another weekend of violence compounded global market concerns over war in the Middle East, following US strikes on the vital oil hub
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