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China targets ‘bold innovation’ as falling renewable-energy costs allow it to leverage 50 per cent share of global green hydrogen production capacity
China targets ‘bold innovation’ as falling renewable-energy costs allow it to leverage 50 per cent share of global green hydrogen production capacity
A stranded whale blows water as it got stuck on a sand bank in Kirchdorf on the island Poel, Germany, Thursday, April 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Probst)
The attack struck Kyiv’s Podilskyi district, just south-west of the city centre, where rescuers pulled survivors from the rubble as fires broke out in nearby buildings. The area, on the right bank of the Dnipro River, includes the historic Podil neighbourhood and surrounding residential zones, some of which were hea…
Fresh vegetables, bread, milk and eggs will be among the first items in the grocery basket expected to cost more after the price of fuel and fertiliser doubled because of the US-Israel war on Iran, forcing some farmers to plant fewer crops.
Politicians often talk about the importance of economic growth.
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.
A collection of painted sarcophagi and papyrus scrolls dating to Egypt's Third Intermediate Period (c. 1077–664 BCE) was discovered during excavations in Seneb's tomb in the Kurna area on the west bank of the Nile River near Luxor, Egypt's Tourism and Antiquities Ministry said in early March.
While India’s economy is stronger than it was in previous sell-offs, lingering weaknesses are coming to the fore and driving new tensions
While India’s economy is stronger than it was in previous sell-offs, lingering weaknesses are coming to the fore and driving new tensions
Kering said Thursday it aims to double profitability and revive its flagship brand Gucci as it announced its highly anticipated strategy to get the company back on track after a year-long luxury slump that hit it harder than its competitors.
EasyJet's stock fell on Thursday after it warned that the Iran war and higher fuel prices are weighing on customer bookings.
HONG KONG, April 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sigenergy Technology Co., Ltd. ("Sigenergy", Stock Code: 06656.HK) today successfully listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX), marking a significant milestone in the company's development. The Company is positioned as the first "AI+ All-in-One PV Storage" company to be…
Shanghai leads, and also records strong second-hand sales, but analysts hesitate to declare overall market stabilisation
Shanghai leads, and also records strong second-hand sales, but analysts hesitate to declare overall market stabilisation
Beijing slightly pares its sovereign US debt position as private investors and certain financial hubs drive demand up
Beijing slightly pares its sovereign US debt position as private investors and certain financial hubs drive demand up
A fire broke out late on Wednesday at the Viva Energy refinery in Geelong, prompting concerns about fuel supply in a tense global energy climate. Located about 75 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, the site supplies roughly 10% of Australia’s gasoline, diesel and jet fuel to the eastern states. Processing about 120…
Reports have emerged that LIV Golf is facing an existential crisis amid the potential suspension of financial backing from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.
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 i…
SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- The Seoul government has submitted a formal opinion letter on the United States' ongoing probes into South Korea and other nations involving what it calls "unfair" trade practices related to structural excess production and forced labor, officials said Thursday.
Shin Hyun-song's portfolio shows broad global diversification beyond US markets
The UK economy grew by a faster-than-expected 0.5% in February, official figures show.
A new investment unit to manage mining assets signals CATL’s deeper shift beyond EV batteries into energy storage
A new investment unit to manage mining assets signals CATL’s deeper shift beyond EV batteries into energy storage
The U.K. economy grew by 0.5% in February, according to preliminary figures from the Office for National Statistics published Thursday.
LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil has assured the league's players that the 2026 season will continue as planned amid speculation that Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund may be preparing to cut its financial support.
Naver said in a regulatory filing on Wednesday that it plans to pursue an initial public offering of its fintech arm Naver Financial following a share swap with Upbit operator Dunamu, although key details remain unsettled.
Hana Bank said Thursday it signed a memorandum of understanding with Next Securities to improve the trading environment for overseas investors in Korea’s stock market.
WA Premier Roger Cook has “no confidence” the country will avoid moving to level three on the national fuel security plan as the Strait of Hormuz closure continues to drive an oil shock that has rattled the Australian economy.
SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's foreign exchange market will stabilize once risks stemming from tensions in the Middle East are resolved, Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said.
SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- The country's financial regulator said on Thursday it will move to revamp capital regulations on banks and insurers in order to prod them to play a key role in boosting productive finance amid woes over the fallout from the Middle East crisis.
Landmark sales reflect growing focus on premium titles for Western markets
SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- The value of equity-linked bonds converted into stocks during the first quarter more than quadrupled from a year earlier amid the local stock market's bullish run, industry data showed Thursday.
Dealers talk near the screen showing the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI), right, and the foreign exchange rate between U.S. dollar and South Korean won at a dealing room of Hana Bank, in Seoul, South Korea, Thursday, April 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)
‘Father of emerging markets’ was among the first fund managers to champion investments in Hong Kong and mainland China
‘Father of emerging markets’ was among the first fund managers to champion investments in Hong Kong and mainland China
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns that the US is preparing to ramp up economic pain on Iran by levying secondary sanctions on financial institutions that do business with Tehran. He says it is the “financial equivalent” of the bombing campaign.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns that the US is preparing to ramp up economic pain on Iran by levying secondary sanctions on financial institutions that do business with Tehran. He says it is the “financial equivalent” of the bombing campaign.
Advisory links carbon rules, circular economy to cross-border deals
LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil sought to quell speculation about the league's financial future Wednesday evening with a memo to his staff that said the 2026 season will continue as planned without interruption and “at full throttle.”
President Donald Trump speaks outside the Oval Office of the White House, Monday, April 13, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
MANILA, Philippines – The Social Security System (SSS) announced on Thursday that some P60 billion has been set aside in a bid to provide timely financial relief to members, pensioners, and employers in the wake of the rising energy costs due to the ongoing Middle East war.
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President Marcos led the rollout of the rice aid initiative in Manila. This is part of the government's efforts to provide immediate relief to families experiencing financial difficulties due to the effects of the Middle East war. About eighty thousand families will benefit from the program.
SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- The proportion of South Korean exports settled in the local currency reached an all-time high in 2025, driven by rising exports of items that typically have higher won-based settlement shares, central bank data showed Thursday.
The conflict in the Middle East is being seen as an opportunity to reinforce the national messaging that the country stays strong and stable under exceptional circumstances, and I’m not suggesting that the relevant authorities offer a tax holiday.
LS Eco Energy said Thursday its Vietnamese subsidiary LS-VINA has secured KEMA certification for its 230-kilovolt ultra-high-voltage cable, paving the way for entry into the US power market.
SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's medium-term debt outlook has improved slightly compared with previous projections, an International Monetary Fund (IMF) report said Thursday.
NEW YORK — The US stock market hit a record Wednesday after adding to its two-week rally built on hopes the war with Iran won’t create a worst-case scenario for the global economy. Whether Wall Street is correct to have so much hope for peace and whether stocks should be the highest they’ve ever been remains to be s…