Vietnam's FTSE stock market upgrade expected to boost price discovery
The upgrade decision by FTSE would put Vietnam on par with China, India, the Philippines and Indonesia. (File photo by Suzu Takahashi)
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Newest first · UTC+11:00World Bank sees PH growth slump to 3.7% in 2026
MANILA, Philippines — The country’s economic growth is expected to remain subdued this year amid the heightened Middle East conflict, the World Bank said.
· Niña Myka Pauline Arceo
Ex-Japan PM calls for Seoul-Tokyo cooperation at UN level to help reopen Strait of Hormuz
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Wednesday called for South Korea and Japan to work together, such as at the UN level, to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing deepening supply disruptions from the war against Iran that are affecting the global economy.
· Yonhap
Ex-Japan PM calls for Seoul-Tokyo cooperation at U.N. level to help reopen Strait of Hormuz
SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- Former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Wednesday called for South Korea and Japan to work together, such as at the U.N. level, to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing deepening supply disruptions from the war against Iran that are affecting the global economy.
· Kim Seung-yeon
As Los Angeles Hits "Breaking Point" Population Exodus, Houston's GDP Rockets Higher
California - which spends nearly 40% of taxpayer revenue ($95.5 billion, not including federal funds) on social services that's rife with fraud - and which spends roughly 25% of its $95.5 billion Medi-Cal budget (free healthcare) on illegal immigrants, is in the midst of a massive population exodus due to housing af…
· Tyler Durden
Market volatility has only limited impact on financial companies: regulator
Market volatility caused by the monthlong crisis in the Middle East has been delivering a limited impact on financial companies, the financial regulator said Wednesday, adding that it is still closely monitoring risk factors.
· Yonhap
Hong Kong to set up company this year to fast-track San Tin tech hub as firms eye move
Government expects to set up fully owned firm by end of year, with CEO and board appointments set for second and third quarters, official Kevin Choi says
· Vivian Au
City to set up company this year to fast-track San Tin I&T hub as firms eye move
Government expects to set up fully owned firm by end of year, with CEO and board appointments set for second and third quarters, official Kevin Choi says
· Vivian Au
(LEAD) Market volatility has only limited impact on financial companies: regulator
(ATTN: ADDS more details on market stabilization measure in last 3 paras)
· Park Sang-soo
What is financial stress and how does it affect our decisions?
Topic:Personal Finance
· Lacey Filipich
Market volatility has only limited impact on financial companies: regulator
SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- Market volatility caused by the monthlong crisis in the Middle East has been delivering a limited impact on financial companies, the financial regulator said Wednesday, adding that it is still closely monitoring risk factors.
· Park Sang-soo
Unemployment drops in Feb
MANILA, Philippines — The number of unemployed Filipinos declined in February as labor market conditions improved, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Wednesday.
· Niña Myka Pauline Arceo
Living In Any New York Borough Now Requires A Six Figure Income
Living in New York City without financial assistance now requires a six-figure income in every borough, according to Bloomberg.
· Tyler Durden
LIG D&A establishes U.S. subsidiary to expand defense business, partnerships
SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- LIG Defense & Aerospace (D&A) Co., a South Korean precision-guided missiles and weapons manufacturer, said Wednesday it has opened an overseas subsidiary in the United States to expand its presence in the world's largest defense market.
· Chang Dong-woo
Asian stocks surge and oil falls on US-Iran ceasefire
Japan's benchmark Nikkei Stock Average surges after the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. (Photo by Hazumu Urushiyama)
· JADA NAGUMO
PM vows no tolerance against unfair market practices
Prime Minister Kim Min-seok on Wednesday issued a fresh warning against unfair market practices, saying that the government would apply a "zero-tolerance" principle to crack down on any potential disruptions in markets.
· Yonhap
PM vows no tolerance against unfair market practices
SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Kim Min-seok on Wednesday issued a fresh warning against unfair market practices, saying that the government would apply a "zero-tolerance" principle to crack down on any potential disruptions in markets.
· Yi Wonju
Nongshim to establish Russian subsidiary to expand Eurasian presence
Nongshim Co., South Korea's leading instant noodle maker, said Wednesday it will establish a subsidiary in Russia in June as part of its strategy to expand into the Eurasian market.
· Yonhap
New research institute to ramp up efforts as Hong Kong pursues ‘AI for all’
Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Institute’s first meeting will be held as early as this month to formulate city’s AI road map
· Oscar Liu
New research institute to ramp up efforts as Hong Kong pursues ‘AI for all’
Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Institute’s first meeting will be held as early as this month to formulate city’s AI road map
· Oscar Liu
Nongshim to establish Russian subsidiary to expand Eurasian presence
SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- Nongshim Co., South Korea's leading instant noodle maker, said Wednesday it will establish a subsidiary in Russia in June as part of its strategy to expand into the Eurasian market.
· Choi Kyong-ae
Taiwan Smart Manufacturing at SIMTOS 2026: Partnering with Korea to Capture Global Opportunities in Smart Manufacturing
SEOUL, South Korea, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Taiwan is set to make a strong return to SIMTOS 2026, showcasing its "Taiwan Smart Manufacturing" initiative—bringing advanced technologies and actively seeking strategic collaboration with Korean industry partners to unlock global market opportunities together.
· PRNEWSWIRE
KRX issues buy-side sidecar for KOSPI market on sharp rise
SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- The Korea Exchange (KRX) on Wednesday activated a five-minute buy-side sidecar on the main bourse shortly after the opening bell, as shares rallied on reports of a ceasefire between the United States and Iran.
· Kang Yoon-seung
(URGENT) KRX issues buy-side sidecar for KOSPI market on sharp rise
(3rd LD) Lee says S. Korea, France agree to cooperate on safe passage through Strait of Hormuz
· Kang Yoon-seung
Smallest town in Australia for sale as two residents decide to sell roadhouse
Topic:Pubs, Taverns and Bars
· Lachlan Ford
Barclays boosts Hong Kong presence to tap thriving IPO market, global CEO says
C.S. Venkatakrishnan said the bank is increasing its outlay on talent and technology across its investment banking and trading units
· Enoch Yiu
Barclays boosts Hong Kong presence to tap thriving IPO market
C.S. Venkatakrishnan said the bank is increasing its outlay on talent and technology across its investment banking and trading units
· Enoch Yiu
Used car prices hit their highest level in nearly 3 years as wholesale demand stays strong
American consumers who are in the market for used cars are facing the highest prices in nearly three years, according to a new report.
· Fox Business
Sold-out auctions suggest Hong Kong’s art market is back. But is it?
‘White glove’ sales at Christie’s and Sotheby’s March Hong Kong auctions are cause for optimism, but must be put into perspective
· Enid Tsui
Sold-out auctions suggest Hong Kong’s art market is back. But is it?
‘White glove’ sales at Christie’s and Sotheby’s March Hong Kong auctions are cause for optimism, but must be put into perspective
· Enid Tsui
Hong Kong must diversify and adapt to changing tourism market
Amid shifting cross-border travel and spending patterns, local businesses face challenging times as more residents leave the city during holidays
· SCMP Editorial
Hong Kong must diversify and adapt to changing tourism market
Amid shifting cross-border travel and spending patterns, local businesses face challenging times as more residents leave the city during holidays
· SCMP Editorial
S. Korea posts largest-ever current account surplus in Feb.: BOK
South Korea recorded its largest-ever monthly current account surplus in February, driven by a semiconductor upcycle and strong exports, central bank data showed Wednesday.
· Yonhap
S. Korea posts largest-ever current account surplus in Feb.: BOK
SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- South Korea recorded its largest-ever monthly current account surplus in February, driven by a semiconductor upcycle and strong exports, central bank data showed Wednesday.
· Oh Seok-min
Beyond the hype: Real talk on real estate in the Philippines
In a market often driven by buzzwords, bold promises and emotionally charged decisions, it is easy to lose sight of what truly matters in real estate investing. For Anchor Land President Elizabeth Ventura, the most overlooked yet crucial step is simple: proper due diligence before chasing any opportunity.
· The Manila Times
Office towers plunge up to whopping 95% off as a fire sale sweeps the US market
The US office market is in freefall. Aging towers are trading at fractions of their former worth as owners finally admit that the post-pandemic workplace is not coming back.
· Mary K. Jacob
How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday 4/7/2026
U.S. stocks swung sharply as uncertainty about what will happen in the war with Iran increased.
· The Associated Press
Tokyo exchange's midtier Standard market overtakes Prime in listed firms
The Tokyo Stock Exchange restructured itself into the Prime, Standard and Growth markets in April 2022. (Photo by Yo Inoue)
· Staff Writer
Gasohol ignored and revisited
No country was sufficiently warned that its food economy would be seriously compromised if there are unforeseen circumstances such as fertiliser shortages. Now, we are told that we need to brace for such an eventuality.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Reflection on access and governance
Recent news about the reported Rs. 13.2 billion exposure at NDB Bank has drawn widespread attention. There are also allegations suggesting internal collusion.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Seylan Cards Avurudu campaign brings merchant offers and festive rewards - DailyNews
Seylan Bank has unveiled a range of seasonal offers for Seylan Credit and Debit Cardholders this Avurudu season, partnering with over 300 merchants across Sri Lanka to deliver discounts, flexible payment plans and lifestyle experiences during one of the country’s most celebrated festive periods.
· Gayan Abeykoon
SDB bank marks Int’l Women’s Day with series of events - DailyNews
SDB bank marked International Women’s Day 2026 with a series of initiatives organised focused on employee wellbeing, reflecting its broader commitment to supporting women at multiple levels of society.
· Gayan Abeykoon
DFCC Bank triumphs at LankaPay Technovation Awards
DFCC Bank teams with the two awards received at the LankaPay Technovation Awards 2026.
· Gayan Abeykoon
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· Gayan Abeykoon
Zimbabwe launches new bank notes aimed at boosting confidence in local currency
Zimbabwe launched its upgraded banknotes on Tuesday with an appeal to national pride and confidence.
· AfricaNews
Petrochemical Supply Shock Begins Idling Asian Factories
For weeks, we mapped out for readers how the Gulf energy shock dominoes would fall, spreading outward from the Middle East and striking Asia first through tightened energy-product flows that risk destabilizing the global economy. That transmission of tightening energy flows is now becoming alarmingly visible on fact…
· Tyler Durden
Sharon Osbourne lists longtime LA home 8 months following Ozzy Osbourne’s death
The Los Angeles home of Sharon Osbourne and Ozzy Osbourne is back on the market, this time with a $17 million price tag and a more final tone following the heavy metal icon’s death last summer.
· Mary K. Jacob
UAE in 'deep regret' over UN Security Council failure to pass Hormuz resolution
The UAE’s mission to the United Nations has said it “deeply regrets” the council’s failure to “endorse a clear framework for international cooperation in ending Iran’s illegal attacks and threats to the global economy”.
· Middleeasteye
UK government urged to act over proposed illegal Israeli settlement
Former diplomats say ministers must threaten action against any companies bidding to build E1 settlement of 3,400 houses in West Bank
· Carolinedavies