The latest consumer data reinforce how consumption in China remains subdued.
Iran enters fragile peace with economy near breaking point
The US has temporarily allowed Iran to export oil and indicated it will provide billions to relieve the crisis triggered by the war. With ordinary Iranians at their limit, however, Tehran already fear ...
Giant Qatari conglomerate bets on Syria reconstruction
As Qatar's construction boom faded, the Al-Khayyat family expanded operations to 25 countries. One of its biggest wagers is in Syria.
Oil falls below $75 per barrel for first time since start of Iran war
The price of Brent oil futures fell below $75 per barrel for the first time since the war began, as pressures in the Persian Gulf continue to abate and oil reaches the market.
Russia asks Kazakhstan for gasoline to ease shortages, sources say
Russia is negotiating with Kazakhstan to import AI-92 gasoline after refinery outages caused a 25% drop in output, examining various market stabilizing measures.
Bitcoin Stabilizes Near 200-WMA as Senate Passes War Powers Act to End US-Iran War
Bitcoin price holds and stabilizes near its 200-week moving average (200-WMA) amid easing geopolitical tensions. The U.S. Senate passed a bipartisan resolution invoking the War Powers Act to end the ...
Iraq’s domestic debt rises to $73 billion
The Central Bank of Iraq revealed on Wednesday that the country's domestic public debt rose to $73 billion by the end of April 2026.
Indonesia Tightens Oversight of Financial Influencers
Indonesia is requiring financial influencers to disclose paid promotions and obtain licenses to recommend assets as Southeast Asia’s largest economy joins a global movement to tighten oversight of the ...
India financial crime agency flags forex breaches, missing records at Rajesh Exports
June 24 (Reuters) - India's financial-crime agency said on Wednesday it found suspected foreign exchange violations at Rajesh Exports, including missing foreign transaction records and stock ...
Japan to raise some tourist visa fees more than 400%
Politicians say that foreigners abuse tourist visas to stay indefinitely in Japan, a country that has long been cautious about immigration. Foreigners make up only about 3% of the population.