Topic: Economy & Finance — Neutral reports only
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[2025-12-03 20:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Appointment surprises market after HSBC CEO Georges Elhedery earlier said the 75-year-old was not keen on a permanent role
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[2025-12-03 19:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: China stocks’ next phase of growth hinges on earnings, not just higher valuations, says BofA Global Research’s Winnie Wu
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[2025-12-03 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing is moving away from the old growth model reliant on rising leverage, towards a framework that prizes risk management and data integrity
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[2025-12-03 18:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The French president is coming to Beijing with a large delegation looking to do business. Here are the key areas to watch for potential deals
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[2025-12-03 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Financial Times
Snippet: One of the world’s most successful liberalising projects of the late 20th century has fizzled to leave Europe’s economy in secular decline. This FT series examines what went wrong — and why it is so difficult to revive the single market as a growth engine.
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[2025-12-03 16:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Chinese companies have steadily expanded their global reach over the past half-century, but it has been a winding, often turbulent journey
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[2025-12-03 15:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eranga Weeraratne stated that the telephone and internet communication networks disrupted due to the recent disaster are expected to be fully restored by tomorrow (04).
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[2025-12-03 14:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: People’s Bank was recognised with two prestigious titles, Best Bank in the Public Banking Sector and Sustainable Bank of the Year in the Public Banking Sector, at the South Asian Business Excellence Awards 2025 (SAPS), held recently at Cinnamon Life – City of Dreams, Colombo.
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[2025-12-03 14:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: AdvertisementAdvertisementSCMP Economy SeriesChina Inc. goes globalWith domestic profits narrowing and production capacity expanding, China’s firms are continuing to widen their overseas footprints in search of new, more lucrative markets. In this series, we examine China Inc.’s next phase of “going global” and the complex, challenging international environment its companies have chosen to enter.
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[2025-12-03 13:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Caution returns ahead of US Federal Reserve and Bank of Japan meetings, as well as China’s economic work conference
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[2025-12-03 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Patient questioning by woman police officer leads elderly man to reveal details of stock trading racket; victim finally gets his money back
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[2025-12-03 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A wave of billion-dollar offerings is building behind four new listings this week, signalling sustained momentum in Hong Kong’s IPO market
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[2025-12-03 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Skyrocketing costs and stock of old estates turn an industry rife with bid-rigging and collusive conduct into a gold mine, experts say
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[2025-12-03 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: With many of their clients moving or building sites abroad, China’s factory owners are following suit, seizing a ‘last chance’ for new revenues
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[2025-12-03 06:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Amana Bank has further expanded its people-friendly and development-focused banking footprint with the opening of its 40th Self Banking Centre (SBC) in China Fort, Beruwala.
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[2025-12-03 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Chinese Government on Monday announced a financial donation of US$ 1 million for on-going disaster relief operations in Sri Lanka. The Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka said in addition to the cash donation, further RMB 10 million worth of relief supplies have pledged to Sri Lanka. The Embassy said that the pledge reaffirms that the Chinese people stand firmly with Sri Lanka.
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[2025-12-03 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has entered into a strategic partnership with Brown & Company PLC to make modern agricultural machinery and technology more accessible to Sri Lankan farmers and agri-entrepreneurs as part of the Bank’s commitment towards SME empowerment initiatives and inclusivity.
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[2025-12-03 06:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s economy is showing signs of improvement, but the World Bank’s latest Sri Lanka Development Update, titled Better Spending for All, reminds us that this recovery is still incomplete.
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[2025-12-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2025-12-03 01:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Philippines Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac says his government will also provide financial assistance to affected helpers
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[2025-12-02 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: This month’s central economic work conference will set the tone, while top finance official signals more assertive fiscal support
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[2025-12-02 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Express deliveries have reached as high as 777 million per day in 2025 as China’s consumers turn to cut-price online platforms
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[2025-12-02 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Questions about India’s latest 8.2 per cent GDP quarterly growth have been raised by ANZ Bank and analysts
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[2025-12-02 20:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Европейский центральный банк (ЕЦБ) отказался поддержать схему репарационного кредита Украине на сумму 140 млрд евро, который предполагалось обеспечить российскими активами, замороженными в западных странах из-за войны России против Украины, сообщила во вторник, 2 декабря, лондонская газета The Financial Times (FT) со ссылкой на источники.
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[2025-12-02 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: More than half of surveyed German firms plan deeper ties with local partners in China to match the rapid innovation cycles of domestic competitors, the German Chamber of Commerce has found
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[2025-12-02 19:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Samsung Electronics (005930.KS), opens new tab unveiled on Tuesday its first multi-folding smartphone, in a bid to strengthen its position in a sector of the phone market where competition is expected to intensify.
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[2025-12-02 19:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The US investment bank expects limited policy support from Beijing next year despite few signs of a turnaround in the sector
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[2025-12-02 18:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Airlines have now scrapped over 40 per cent of their China-Japan flights scheduled for this month amid a diplomatic spat over Taiwan
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[2025-12-02 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: As discerning alcohol consumers seek ‘wallet-friendly’ products, premium beers are winning out over higher-end options
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[2025-12-02 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Ahead of next year’s record-long Spring Festival, local governments roll out short holidays to lure families to winter getaways
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[2025-12-02 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Popular destination for capital feels the chill, with cruise lines cancelling trips, investors selling property and parents questioning if it is safe to send students
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[2025-12-02 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an $846 million loan to help build a future-ready workforce for India’s manufacturing and emerging technology sectors.
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[2025-12-02 06:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Gabriel Galipolo confirms imports from China have grown while their prices have fallen, easing inflation in Brazil in the short term
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[2025-12-02 06:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The general public are made aware by the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Digital Economy that now donations can be made easily to the Disaster Relief Fund established by the Ministry of Finance through GovPay to provide relief to people affected by the adverse weather conditions.
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[2025-12-02 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sampath Bank PLC recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DIMO at the Bank’s Head Office, unveiling an exclusive vehicle financing scheme designed to enhance the ownership experience for DIMO customers.
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[2025-12-02 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Since assuming the duties of Chairman of the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL) on January 2, 2025, I have embraced an ambitious mission: to transform Sri Lanka’s insurance sector from a peripheral financial service into a central pillar of national economic resilience and social stability. My mission is not merely about increasing insurance penetration statistics, it is about cultivating a fully insured, financially literate, and future-ready society where every citizen, family, and business is protected against unforeseen risks.
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[2025-12-02 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: People’s Bank has been honoured at the Great HR Awards 2025, receiving the prestigious title of “Best Talent Acquisition Organization of the Year 2025.” The event, organized by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) in collaboration with Mercer, was held recently at The Lumina, Cinnamon Life, Colombo.
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[2025-12-02 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Strengthening its commitment to understanding the needs of today’s youth and empowering them to achieve their goals, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DIMO Academy for Technical Studies (DATS) to promote the Bank’s Education Loans among students aspiring to pursue advanced technical and vocational training.
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[2025-12-02 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2025-12-02 05:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Richard Hughes said he wanted to help the Office for Budget Responsibility recover from the lapse, which is linked to leadership failures
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[2025-12-01 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Survey finds that most firms expect to be affected by China’s export controls, with many bracing for higher costs and long shipping delays
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[2025-12-01 21:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Colombo Stock Exchange’s All-Share Price Index (ASPI) showed a sharp decline today (December 01), falling 690.76 points at the end of trading to close at 22,022.06 points.
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[2025-12-01 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: While a Chinese hedge fund manager has claimed gold’s ‘best days’ are over, analysts argue Moscow’s move does not reflect the overall picture
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[2025-12-01 18:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Private firms need a stable, level playing field, with state-owned enterprises acting as anchors for strategic industries, state-asset watchdog says
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[2025-12-01 17:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Gold prices in Sri Lanka have risen sharply, according to sources at the Colombo Sea Street Gold Market.
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[2025-12-01 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Workers’ remittances have recorded the highest monthly inflow since December 2020. On a cumulative basis, remittances during the first ten months of the year recorded a year-on-year growth of 20.1%. Remittances in October 2025 stood at USD 712 mn a YoY increase of 21.2% compared to USD 588 million in October 2024 the external sector performance report for October 2025 issued by the Central Bank said.
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[2025-12-01 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government wishes to inform the public and the international donor community that certain contributors have experienced difficulties when transferring funds to the designated Central Bank accounts during the ongoing national relief efforts.
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[2025-12-01 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka is already one of the world’s hottest countries, with average temperatures of 27°C and 28°C, and they are expected to rise even higher. Extreme heat, floods, and droughts are affecting communities, jobs, and food production. Over the past 30 years, floods alone have caused an estimated US$240 million in damages every year, the World Bank Group’s Sri Lanka Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) said.
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[2025-12-01 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Amid the current national crisis, many foreign countries, Governments, organisations and individuals have expressed strong willingness to provide financial and material assistance for those affected by the disaster. With the aim of establishing a rapid mechanism to ensure the swift and efficient clearance of such relief items, a special discussion was held at the Presidential Secretariat on Saturday (29).
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[2025-11-30 22:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The National Blood Bank has temporarily stopped accepting donors at its Narahenpita centre due to overcrowding.
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