What is, however, beginning to get clearer after the second meeting is that this is perhaps not how the US imagined the trade war to unfold.
When pegs fly: Trump-induced turbulence hits Hong Kong dollar, interest rates
U.S. President Donald Trump's erratic policies are rattling a currency peg that has withstood the test of time and is seen as an anchor for China and Asia.
World’s Top Carry Trade Renews Debate Over Hong Kong Dollar Peg
An unprecedented disconnect between Hong Kong and US interest rates is fueling the world’s top-performing carry trade — and stoking a fresh debate about the long-term appeal of the city’s pegged ...
Taiwan adds China’s Huawei, SMIC to export control list
Taiwan's government has added China's Huawei Technologies and Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC) to its export control list, which includes other proscribed organisations like the ...
Taiwan May exports hit record on AI demand and ahead of US tariffs
Taiwan's exports surged to a record in May on booming demand for artificial intelligence and as customers placed orders ahead of U.S. tariffs which could take effect next month after a suspension ...
AI demand and pre-tariff rush lift Taiwan’s exports in May
Taiwan’s exports climbed to a record in May due to increased demand for artificial intelligence. The surge is also linked to a jump in customer orders placed ahead of U.S. tariffs, which could take ...
Finance Ministry unveils record Nu 138bn budget for FY 2025–2026, prioritising health and education
The government today announced an over Nu 138bn national budget for the 2025–2026 financial year, prioritising health and education. Unveiled by the ...
HNB FINANCE hosts Vesak Sirisara
Sri Lanka’s leading integrated financial services provider, HNB FINANCE PLC celebrated the Vesak season last week with a series of religious and cultural activities under the theme “HNB FINANCE Vesak ...
Dr. Gita Gopinath of IMF Set to Visit Sri Lanka Today
Dr. Gita Gopinath, First Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), is set to arrive in Sri Lanka today ...
How commodity financing is becoming the backbone of India’s rural credit boom?
Commodity financing revolutionizes Indian agriculture, empowering farmers with strategic selling and market control for sustainable growth.