Topic: Financial Markets — Neutral reports only
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[2026-01-28 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Shares of Labubu toymaker Pop Mart jumped after the Chinese firm unveiled plans to open more than 20 new stores in the US this year
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[2026-01-28 19:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The Exchange Fund’s full-year earnings jumped 51 per cent to HK$331 billion (US$42 billion), from HK$218.8 billion in 2024
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[2026-01-28 19:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: Athletes From champ to champ: Why did Janti Miller jump from San Beda to La Salle? People Kean Baclaan foregoes final UAAP season with La Salle, turns pro for family Jan 28, 2026 4:11 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied PBA New Phoenix head coach Charles Tiu to continue mentoring Benilde Jan 20, 2026 5:42 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied People Janti Miller exits San
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[2026-01-28 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: LVMH saw its sales in China rise in the second half of 2025, as the vast Chinese luxury market shows signs of recovery
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[2026-01-28 16:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The property market has turned a corner, buoyed by rate cuts, stock gains and talent schemes, analysts say
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[2026-01-28 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Financial Times
Snippet: PublishedJanuary 28 2026
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[2026-01-28 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Marco Campanella of 2-Michelin-star La Brezza and Green Star winner Piero Roncoroni advise on everything from picking produce to plating
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[2026-01-28 13:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In a coordinated operation on January 25, the Navy and the Fisheries Inspectorate of Mannar apprehended an individual for the illegal possession of a significant stock (1,158) of undersized conch shells in the Irukkalampiddi area.
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[2026-01-28 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Speculation was growing that Beijing would relax a ban on for-profit tutoring to boost the economy. Then a firm was hit with a US$9.7 million penalty
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[2026-01-28 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-01-28 02:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Há um ano, nesta mesma semana, o Vale do Silício e Wall Street foram tomados de surpresa pelo lançamento do aplicativo chinês DeepSeek , que rivalizava com os grandes modelos de linguagem americanos, como o ChatGPT, apresentando desempenho comparável em critérios importantes a uma fração do custo, mesmo utilizando chips menos avançados.
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[2026-01-27 21:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Harga emas terus menembus rekor tertinggi baru. Pada Senin (26/1), logam mulia ini untuk pertama kalinya menembus angka US$5.000 (sekitar Rp84.9 juta) per troy ounce (31,1 gram). Hal ini menjadi tanda bahwa banyak investor beralih ke emas, yang umumnya dianggap sebagai safe haven atau aset aman, di tengah meningkatnya ketegangan geopolitik.
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[2026-01-27 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: City can unlock opportunities providing capital for companies and Belt and Road Initiative infrastructure projects, advisory council says
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[2026-01-27 17:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Student leader fosters global connections through the transformative power of storytelling and cultural exchange
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[2026-01-27 16:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-01-27 13:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Profit at China’s industrial firms rose 5.3 per cent year on year in December, versus a drop of more than 13 per cent in November
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[2026-01-27 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: As Hong Kong and Shanghai deepen cooperation in the gold market, officials are hailing the agreement as ‘the dawn of a new chapter’
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[2026-01-27 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Why some China schools require pupils to return empty milk boxes for their welfareA request by primary schools in China that pupils hand back their empty milk cartons has led to the creation of a thriving second-hand market in the containers.
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[2026-01-27 06:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Gold prices in the world market surged beyond $5,000 per ounce for the first time by Sunday (25).
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[2026-01-27 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: India plans to slash tariffs on cars imported from the European Union to 40 percent from as high as 110 percent, sources said, in the biggest opening yet of the country’s vast market as the two sides close in on a free trade pact that could come as early as Tuesday.
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[2026-01-27 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Bajaj has been conferred the Superbrands Sri Lanka Status for 2025, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s journey in the Sri Lankan market.
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[2026-01-27 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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[2026-01-27 00:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: Share this page Share in Chat Share article Facebook Facebook X (Twitter) Twitter Copy Link Copied Entertainment GMA Network
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[2026-01-26 23:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Mid-Levels West deal highlights continued strong demand for Hong Kong’s trophy homes, driven largely by mainland Chinese buyers
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[2026-01-26 21:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s export sector demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2025, with total earnings (including merchandise and services) reaching USD 17,252.15 million. This performance reflects a steady annual growth rate of 5.6%, signaling sustained recovery and improving trade conditions on the global stage.
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[2026-01-26 18:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: Business Why business groups want a ‘genuine’ anti-dynasty law Visayas 2 new SRA orders spark opposition in Negros, further threaten local sugar Jan 26, 2026 3:21 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Explainers Why are SEC’s new rules on beneficial ownership vital to fighting corruption, crimes?
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[2026-01-26 16:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Shanghai-listed firm is selling 40.9 million shares for HK$248 each, which would give it a market cap of about US$21 billion
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[2026-01-26 14:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: Newsletters [Be The Good] In Dumaguete, we launch #CorruptionWatch BrandRap [BEHIND THE GOOD] Meet Reyna Valmores-Salinas of Bahaghari Jan 26, 2026 11:08 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Be The Good] We’re launching a good governance campaign for Gen Z on Saturday Jan 21, 2026 6:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Be The Good] Community’s Choice for Rappler’s most impactful work in 2025
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[2026-01-26 13:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: South Korea generated about US$21 million, or 11.4 per cent of Gemini’s cumulative revenue on Apple’s app store – second only to the US
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[2026-01-26 13:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Gold crosses US$5,000 for the first time amid mounting geopolitical uncertainty and growing investor aversion to major currencies
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[2026-01-26 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Fundraising on the Hong Kong stock exchange reached US$37.22 billion last year, the highest since US$42.97 billion in 2021
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[2026-01-26 09:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Foot traffic and sales have been rising across Swire’s mainland portfolio, lifted by Gen Z shoppers, holiday spending and policy support
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[2026-01-26 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Education reform in Sri Lanka is not a matter of political debate, but a national necessity. At a time when rapid technological transformation is reshaping economies and societies worldwide, Sri Lanka cannot afford to delay reforms that prepare our children for an uncertain and competitive future. As two individuals with academic and industry experience both in Sri Lanka and overseas, we believe it is vital to share an independent and informed perspective on why these reforms are essential.
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[2026-01-26 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: FRELLA, Sri Lankan-born and internationally-respected natural beauty and wellness brand, is setting the stage to expand operations by entering the Sri Lankan retail market.
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[2026-01-26 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Café chain, Barista Sri Lanka, reaffirmed its commitment to community upliftment with the successful conclusion of its annual “Share a Meal” campaign, conducted for the sixth consecutive year in partnership with SOS Children’s Villages Sri Lanka.
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[2026-01-26 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: LOLC Finance, Sri Lanka’s largest Non-Bank Financial Institution (NBFI), announced the launch of its Exclusive Short-Term Fixed Deposits, offering 4-month and 7-month maturity options at some of the most attractive and competitive interest rates in the market.
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[2026-01-26 00:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: When even Rupert Murdoch’s Wall Street Journal starts whispering that Donald Trump might be “flirting with cognitive decline,” you know the Trump circus has gone from tragic to dangerous. For months, the president has been hell-bent on seizing Greenland — confusing diplomacy with real estate, and sovereign nations with beachfront condos.
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[2026-01-25 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Policymakers confronting the city’s ageing building stock should respect residents’ wishes and protect their interests
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[2026-01-25 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Most provinces increased pay for low-paid jobs in 2025, part of nationwide efforts to tackle deflationary pressures
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[2026-01-25 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: SGX CEO also hopes to launch an international board with Nasdaq later this year and expand cross-trading schemes with mainland China
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[2026-01-25 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A combination of factors – falling interest rates, rising rents and stamp duty removal – bodes well for the market after years of downturn
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[2026-01-25 00:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Slimming injections cannot be sold or purchased in Hong Kong without doctor’s prescription, but some retailers are operating grey market
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[2026-01-24 21:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Hrvatska je najuspešniji izvoznik fudbalera na svetu po broju stanovnika, nedavno je potvrđeno u izveštaju švajcarskog Međunarodnog centra za sportske studije (CIES).
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[2026-01-24 14:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The titled businessman had allegedly used his position and influence to attract and convince about 1,700 people to invest in two companies
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[2026-01-24 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Stock exchanges have become another barometer in the US-China tech rivalry as markets assess a wave of start-ups in real time
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[2026-01-24 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Regulators accuse one of the world’s biggest travel platforms of abusing market power, with analysts warning of wider industry scrutiny
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[2026-01-24 11:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The ringgit climbed more than 10 per cent against the dollar last year, squeezing the bottom line of the export-reliant market
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[2026-01-24 09:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Private equity firms, tech giants and existing ByteDance backers make up the investor group behind the newly created US venture
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[2026-01-24 08:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: Visayas How ‘ex-rebel’ testimonies convicted Frenchie Mae Cumpio, Marielle Domequil In-depth Mothers, sisters, separation: Frenchie Mae and Marielle’s 6-year struggle Jan 24, 2026 5:30 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Explainers Not money trail, but words of ‘returnees,’ convicted Frenchie and Marielle Jan 23, 2026 6:45 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Explainers Can Cumpio, Domequil post bail in terrorism financing case?
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[2026-01-24 03:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: „Handelsblatt” zaznacza: „W Davos wyraźnie dało się odczuć chłodny stosunek światowej elity gospodarczej wobec prezydenta USA. Chociaż wielu menedżerów śmiało się z żartów Trumpa, oklaski po jego przemówieniach były skąpe. Na Wall Street już widać oznaki dystansowania się od prezydenta USA, ponieważ ten zbytnio ingeruje w działalność przedsiębiorstw. Przedsiębiorstwa bowiem potrzebują pewności planowania, aby móc inwestować, a nikt nie jest tak nieprzewidywalny jak Donald Trump.
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