The first wave of fintech changed how people paid, transferred and accessed money. Digital wallets, instant transfers, mobile banking and contactless payments made financial services faster and more …
Iran war hit euro zone consumption especially hard, ECB says
Euro zone consumption dropped sharply after the Iran war began, as household confidence tumbled, threatening economic growth, says ECB Bulletin.
Japan intervenes to support yen together with US Treasury
The intervention comes after the yen touched a 40-year low against the dollar late last month …
Japan confirms joint yen intervention with US, signals readiness for more action
By Makiko Yamazaki and Leika Kihara TOKYO, Aug 3 (Reuters) – Japan and the United States conducted coordinated yen-buying intervention and will not hesitate to take further action, Japan’s finance …
Japan confirms joint yen intervention with US, signals readiness for more action
By Makiko Yamazaki and Leika Kihara TOKYO, Aug 3 (Reuters) – Japan and the United States conducted coordinated yen-buying intervention and will not hesitate to take further action, Japan’s finance …
Japan finance minister declines to comment on suspected yen-buying intervention
Japan’s Finance Minister Katayama Satsuki declines to comment on speculation that authorities intervened in the …
Japan finance minister declines to comment on suspected yen-buying intervention
Japan’s Finance Minister Katayama Satsuki declines to comment on speculation that authorities intervened in the …
Japan Could Trigger the Biggest Market Shock of 2026: How Might Bitcoin React?
Japan could formally confirm joint currency action with Washington on Monday, and one official told Reuters the operation is still ongoing, turning the announcement into a live market event. Bitcoin …
Thailand aims for high-income future with five new economic engines
Thailand has approved an ambitious five-pronged strategy to transform its economy, with the government aiming to boost annual economic growth above 3%, raise investment to 30% of GDP, and position the …
Hong Kong to raise annual GDP forecast after robust growth in first half of 2026
Finance chief also vows to promote global renminbi adoption after offshore Chinese government bond futures contract debuts in city on Monday.