[2026-03-09 22:00 UTC+10:00] [Banking] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Top US banks weigh suing federal regulator over crypto banking rules

Snippet: Exclusive: Bank Policy Institute, representing lenders such as JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs, argues that new licenses could harm US consumers and financial system

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/09/bank-policy-institute-regulator-lawsuit

[2026-03-09 21:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Treasury yields climb higher as investors monitor Iran war and soaring oil price

Snippet: U.S. Treasury yields climbed higher on Monday as oil prices soared past $100 a barrel and increased inflation fears among investors.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/09/us-treasury-yields-investors-monitor-iran-war-and-soaring-oil-price.html

[2026-03-09 21:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: European stocks slide as Israeli-US war rattle markets

Snippet: European stock markets dropped to their lowest level in more than two months on Monday as the Israel-US war on Iran pushed oil prices sharply higher and fuelled fresh inflation concerns.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/european-stocks-slide-israeli-us-war-rattle-markets

[2026-03-09 19:57 UTC+10:00] [Politics] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Starmer seeks to reassure public over cost of living as oil surges above $100 a barrel - UK politics live

Snippet: The prime minister is facing pressure from unions and some backbenchers to prepare a support package as oil and gas prices threaten to push up inflation

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2026/mar/09/keir-starmer-uk-gas-oil-prices-100-petrol-energy-inflation-latest-news-live-updates

[2026-03-09 19:30 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 4 reasons Asia’s property will endure despite Iran war headwinds

Snippet: Asian property’s sources of resilience are potent and multifaceted, with the drivers of sentiment distinct from those in financial markets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3345928/4-reasons-asias-property-will-endure-despite-iran-war-headwinds

[2026-03-09 19:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: More gas from Russia? China flags new pipeline links amid Iran energy crisis

Snippet: ‘Preparatory work’ on pipeline, believed to be the Power of Siberia 2, included in five-year plan – but analysts say more details are needed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345920/more-gas-russia-china-flags-new-pipeline-links-amid-iran-energy-crisis

[2026-03-09 18:29 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Stock markets plunge after oil surges over $100 a barrel – business live

Snippet: Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, with oil on track for its biggest daily jump since 2020

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/live/2026/mar/09/stock-markets-plunge-oil-over-100-a-barrel-g7-emergency-oil-reserves-news-updates

[2026-03-09 18:22 UTC+10:00] [Paul Chan Mo-po] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong ‘more than China’s financial sandbox’, Paul Chan says

Snippet: Finance chief says Hong Kong is driving country’s development, calls on city to ‘get empowered’ by AI

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3345948/hong-kong-more-chinas-financial-sandbox-paul-chan-says

[2026-03-09 17:45 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul shares sink nearly 6 pct amid Iran crisis, crude price hike; won sharply down

Snippet: South Korean stocks fell nearly 6 percent Monday, with the main bourse operator temporarily suspending trading during the morning amid extreme market volatility caused by US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran. The local currency fell sharply against the greenback.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690229

[2026-03-09 17:36 UTC+10:00] [Oil] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Why has the Iran war sparked fears of stagflation for the global economy?

Snippet: With oil prices soaring and stock markets falling, economists warn that a prolonged conflict in the Middle East risks knocking growth worldwide and boosting prices

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/09/iran-war-oil-prices-stagflation-global-economy

[2026-03-09 17:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: PM Harini departs for Philippines - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya departed for Manila at midnight yesterday (08) to undertake an official visit at the invitation of the Asian Development Bank to participate in events marking International Women’s Day.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/09/local/963733/pm-harini-departs-for-philippines/

[2026-03-09 17:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: MAnalysis by Michael Janda

Snippet: Michael Janda is the ABC News Business Editor. He was the ABC’s first Business and Finance Cadet in 2008, and has since worked reporting on finance, business and economics across online, radio and TV, before becoming the inaugural Digital Lead for the Business Reporting Team. Michael’s time at the ABC has also included stints as a producer on Lateline Business and Business Today, and reporting roles with Lateline Business and The Midday Report on TV, and The World Today, PM

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/michael-janda/166854

[2026-03-09 17:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: NAB warns rising petrol prices could drive inflation above 5 per cent

Snippet: Fuel prices hit more than $2.25 in Sydney on Monday. (ABC News: John Gunn)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-09/fuel-rationing-petrol-stockpiling-as-oil-prices-rise/106432100

[2026-03-09 17:05 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Kospi plunges, won weakens as oil shock rattles markets

Snippet: Circuit breaker, sidecar activated as foreign investors lead sell-off, oil surge fuels inflation fears

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690199

[2026-03-09 16:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Finance ministers of G7 nations to hold emergency talks on releasing oil reserves

Snippet: Finance ministers from the G7 nations will hold an emergency meeting to discuss releasing strategic oil reserves as global crude prices surge, the Financial Times reported, citing sources.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/finance-ministers-g7-nations-hold-emergency-talks-releasing-oil-reserves

[2026-03-09 16:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Pakistan Stock Exchange plunges as oil shock rattles global markets

Snippet: Pakistan Stock Exchange benchmark index plunged more than 9,000 points in early trading, which resulted in trade suspension in the market for 45 minutes, local media reported.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/pakistan-stock-exchange-plunges-oil-shock-rattles-global-markets

[2026-03-09 16:39 UTC+10:00] [Consumer Council] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Surcharges eyed as Hong Kong fuel prices set to rise amid Iran war

Snippet: Sector representative says surcharges ‘a reluctant step’, adding many drivers have fixed daily commitments that must be met

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3345934/surcharges-eyed-hong-kong-fuel-prices-set-rise-amid-iran-war

[2026-03-09 16:37 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lotte Biologics seeks global partnerships at DCAT Week

Snippet: Lotte Biologics said Monday it will participate in DCAT Week 2026, a major pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry gathering to be held in New York from March 23 to 26, as it looks to expand partnerships and strengthen its global presence in the contract development and manufacturing organization market.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690150

[2026-03-09 16:33 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Kim Jong-un projects 'socialist family' ideals in Women's Day attendance with 'beloved daughter'

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.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690144

[2026-03-09 16:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Celltrion biosimilars gain strong market share across Asia

Snippet: Celltrion said Monday it continues to see solid prescription growth across Asian markets, with several of its key biosimilar products capturing leading market shares.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690138

[2026-03-09 15:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Indian National arrested at BIA with Rs. 27.6 Mn worth of ‘Kush’ - DailyNews

Snippet: A 27-year-old Indian national was arrested this morning (09) by officers of the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) while attempting to leave the Bandaranaike International Airport with a large stock of ‘‘Kush’’ cannabis.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/09/local/963714/indian-national-arrested-at-bia-with-rs-27-6-mn-worth-of-kush/

[2026-03-09 15:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: China consumer inflation sees quickest jump in three years

Snippet: BEIJING (Reuters) -- China's consumer inflation accelerated to the highest in more than three years due to the effects ‌of the Lunar New Year holiday, while producer deflation persisted as weak demand remained a drag on an economy facing stiff external challenges.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690036

[2026-03-09 15:08 UTC+10:00] [PPI] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s consumer prices keep rising after holiday spending surge

Snippet: The consumer price index rose 0.8 per cent in the first two months of 2026, though analysts remain concerned about long-term deflation risks

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345926/chinas-consumer-prices-keep-rising-after-holiday-spending-surge

[2026-03-09 15:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Surging oil prices raise inflation risks in African economies

Snippet: A vendor sells crayfish at a Mile 12 Market in Lagos, Nigeria, Feb. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Mansur Ibrahim, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-africa-economy-oil-inflation-7decf5392c32718ae05a3d9d0b3906c0

[2026-03-09 15:01 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Israeli settler attack in West Bank kills three Palestinians

Snippet: Palestinian authorities and the Israeli military said Sunday that three Palestinians were killed during an Israeli settler attack in the occupied West Bank, taking to 4 the number reported dead in such incidents over two days.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690029

[2026-03-09 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Kwong Yik Bank] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: A revived alley in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown tests the balance between heritage and renewal

Snippet: The restored lane, once home to an early theatre scene, is part of Kuala Lumpur’s broader effort to revive its historic Chinatown

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3345875/revived-alley-kuala-lumpurs-chinatown-tests-balance-between-heritage-and-renewal

[2026-03-09 14:48 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s IPO pace picks up as 2 mainland Chinese firms get listing approval

Snippet: Everdisplay Optronics and Galaxis Technology publish post-hearing information packs on the Hong Kong stock exchange

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3345921/hong-kongs-ipo-pace-picks-2-mainland-chinese-firms-get-listing-approval

[2026-03-09 14:30 UTC+10:00] [Newton] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong can do more to connect mainland funds with tech stocks

Snippet: Readers discuss the Stock Connect scheme, a Chinese research team’s breakthrough using AI, and assessing teachers’ English proficiency

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3345673/hong-kong-can-do-more-connect-mainland-funds-tech-stocks

[2026-03-09 14:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: U.S. orders staff to leave Saudi Arabia as Iran war spreads and oil surges above $110

Snippet: The U.S. government ordered non-emergency government employees to leave Saudi Arabia as the war engulfing Iran widened across the Middle East, pushing oil prices above $110 per barrel and triggering a market sell-off in Asia.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/09/iran-war-updates-oil-brent-wti-crude-110-gulf-gcc-uae-iraq-saudi-arabia-kurds.html

[2026-03-09 13:41 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Oil shoots higher, shares skid as Middle East conflict drags on

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/business/economy/oil-shoots-higher-shares-skid-middle-east-conflict/

[2026-03-09 13:14 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: ASX plunges as spike in oil prices over Middle East crisis sparks global inflation fears

Snippet: Selldown linked to disrupted oil supplies, the single biggest contributor to global inflation, which makes most goods and services more expensive

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/09/asx-australian-shares-plunge-as-spike-in-oil-prices-over-middle-east-conflict-sparks-global-inflation-fears

[2026-03-09 13:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: KKR eyes multibillion-dollar sale of CoolIT Systems: report

Snippet: Private equity firm KKR is working with advisers on a sale of data center cooling company CoolIT Systems for a price tag potentially exceeding $3 billion, the Financial Times reported on Sunday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/business/kkr-eyes-multibillion-dollar-sale-of-coolit-systems-report/

[2026-03-09 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Severe’: why China’s grip on critical minerals still hits US supply chains

Snippet: Businesses hope US President Donald Trump’s visit to China in late March will ease bottlenecks

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3345762/why-chinas-critical-mineral-dominance-still-disrupting-us-supply-chains

[2026-03-09 12:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: China consumer inflation hits three-year high as producer deflation eases

Snippet: China's consumer inflation recorded the biggest jump in more than three years, as an extended holiday bolstered spending while deflation in factory-gate prices moderated.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/09/china-february-inflation-cpi-producer-prices-stimulus-economy-ppi-factory-consumer.html

[2026-03-09 12:30 UTC+10:00] [Grand Mayfair] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong developers test home-market recovery by raising prices, trimming discounts

Snippet: Cautious adjustments indicate sector is beginning to stabilise, but more inventory must clear before a seller’s market emerges, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3345774/hong-kong-developers-test-home-market-recovery-raising-prices-trimming-discounts

[2026-03-09 12:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Asia stocks down sharply as oil hits $100

Snippet: TOKYO, Japan — Stock markets in South Korea and Japan fell sharply in early trade on Monday after oil prices soared above $100 per barrel for the first time in almost four years.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/09/business/foreign-business/asia-stocks-down-sharply-as-oil-hits-100/2295595

[2026-03-09 12:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: More head-scratching news about JPMorgan’s ‘thwarted’ attempt to buy the Roosevelt Hotel

Snippet: The Financial Times reported last week that the Pakistan government “thwarted” an attempt by JPMorgan Chase to buy the Roosevelt Hotel. There was only one question:

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/business/more-head-scratching-news-about-roosevelt-hotel/

[2026-03-09 12:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Inside the California neighborhood built entirely by robots — as first homes go on the market

Snippet: A California startup says it has officially completed its first fully 3D-printed home, marking a futuristic step toward what could be a faster — and cheaper — way to build housing in the Golden State.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/us-news/california-3d-printed-home-completed-in-just-24-days-in-yuba-county/

[2026-03-09 12:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: China's latest economic plans highlight its tech ambitions

Snippet: Chinese President Xi Jinping reacts during the opening session of the National People’s Congress (NPC) in Beijing, Thursday, March 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-five-year-plan-technology-economy-7face4580fcfba44410ff2134a09d6bb

[2026-03-09 11:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Shares plunge as oil prices soar above $100 a barrel

Snippet: BANGKOK (AP) — Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 index plunged more than 6% early Monday after oil prices soared to over $100 a barrel due to supply disruptions from the war in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/oil-stock-markets-iran-war-458890210407eb0cba85c7e1a684c890

[2026-03-09 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | Fears over Exchange Fund discipline overblown: Hong Kong’s dollar peg architect

Snippet: John Greenwood says drawing HK$150 billion from the fund is justified, calling the move a legitimate, long‑term investment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3345886/fears-over-exchange-fund-discipline-overblown-hong-kongs-dollar-peg-architect

[2026-03-09 10:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Japan, South Korea stocks tumble over 6% as oil tops $100 amid broader Asia market rout

Snippet: Japan's Nikkei 225 and South Korea's Kospi both plunged over 6% in early trade Monday, leading a broader regional sell-off as oil prices breached $100 per barrel for the first time since 2022.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/09/nikkei-225-hang-seng-index-kospi-crude-wti-brent-oil-futures-iran-war-gulf-hormuz.html

[2026-03-09 10:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Kristi Noem has only herself to blame, what drug legalizers ignore and other commentary

Snippet: “A who’s who list of right-of-center” groups last week asked Speaker Mike Johnson to set a House vote on the More Homes on the Market Act “which would boost the exemption from capital gains tax for people selling their primary residence” — “an idea for making housing affordable that 64 congressional Democrats have also endorsed,” explain The Washington Times’ editors.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/opinion/kristi-noem-has-only-herself-to-blame-what-drug-legalizers-ignore-and-other-commentary/

[2026-03-09 09:19 UTC+10:00] [Oil] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Iran war drives oil price above $100 a barrel for first time since 2022

Snippet: Escalating military aggression in Middle East continues to wipe 20m barrels from market each day

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/09/iran-war-drives-oil-price-above-100-a-barrel-for-first-time-since-2022

[2026-03-09 07:30 UTC+10:00] [Alicia Garcia-Herrero] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Weaponise EU market against China or face manufacturing collapse: official think tank

Snippet: Beijing’s ‘weakness creates opportunities’ for bloc to use chokepoints and leverage for negotiations, researchers say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3345862/weaponise-eu-market-against-china-or-face-manufacturing-collapse-official-think-tank

[2026-03-09 07:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Cold weather rocks lobsters — and likely upcoming seafood-roll market in tony Hamptons

Snippet: Everybody’s feeling the pinch.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/us-news/cold-weather-rocks-lobsters-on-long-island/

[2026-03-09 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Oil prices surge as global tensions mount; local financial indicators show mixed trends - DailyNews

Snippet: Global oil prices climbed sharply during the week from March 3-6, 2026, surpassing USD90 per barrel amid mounting concerns over supply disruptions linked to the escalating US–Israeli conflict with Iran and the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz. By the end of the period, Brent and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices had risen significantly compared to the previous week, increasing by USD13.87 and US$14.49 per barrel respectively, reflecting heightened volatility in global energy markets.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/09/business/963274/oil-prices-surge-as-global-tensions-mount-local-financial-indicators-show-mixed-trends/

[2026-03-09 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CSE & NSEIX enter strategic partnership to expand capital market access - DailyNews

Snippet: The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and NSE IFSC LIMITED (NSEIX), an international multi-asset exchange and wholly owned subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) recently to strengthen capital market cooperation between Sri Lanka and India.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/09/business/963277/cse-nseix-enter-strategic-partnership-to-expand-capital-market-access/

[2026-03-09 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Live: Wall St sinks on war, oil and jobs fears, and ASX poised for sharp sell-off

Snippet: Wall Street have tumbled after the continuation of Middle East hostilities sent oil prices rocketing towards $US100 a barrel and new data showed a sharp deterioration in the US jobs market.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-09/asx-markets-business-news-live-updates-march-9/106429652

[2026-03-09 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: From CVs to capability - DailyNews

Snippet: In the corridors of Sri Lanka’s leading corporate houses, a quiet crisis of mismatch is unfolding. As our economy pivots toward high-value services and technology-driven exports, the traditional Curriculum Vitae (CV) – a chronological list of past titles and roles – is proving to be an increasingly obsolete tool for predicting future success.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/09/general-opinion/963409/from-cvs-to-capability/