Japan's service-sector sentiment improved in December but companies expect conditions to sour ahead, a government survey showed on Tuesday, a sign the rising cost of living was weighing on household spending.
India’s central bank to judiciously handle FX reserves amid headwinds, sources say
India's central bank will be more judicious in its use of foreign exchange reserves to mitigate domestic currency market volatility amid strong global headwinds, three sources aware of the development ...
Thailand’s nuclear power plan delayed amid policy uncertainties
Thailand postpones its nuclear power plan, opting to wait for a clear strategy on integrating small modular reactors (SMRs).
Thai regulator looks into pre-installed apps
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) is studying whether it has the authority to inspect pre-installed applications on imported mobile devices sold in Thailand, says its ...
Thailand’s former PM bullish on legalizing crypto, online gambling
The former prime minister of Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra, said there’s “no risk” in allowing the trade of stablecoins and other tokens backed by tangible assets. He also urged regulators to legalize ...
Iran’s Return to Pragmatism
Khamenei continues to resist such notions. In a defiant speech on January 8, he lambasted the U.S. as an imperialist power and pledged that Iran would continue to “back the resistance in Gaza, the ...
Turkey’s Pasifik Holding eyes global tech and investments in ports
ISTANBUL, Jan 14 (Reuters) - Turkey's Pasifik Holding plans more cooperation in ... reaching billions of people worldwide every day. Reuters provides business, financial, national and international ...
PH business establishments sustain growth
Business establishments increased and became bigger in terms of employees in 2022, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). Results of the ...
Japan business failures top 10,000 in 2024, worst in 11 years
The annual figure marked the third consecutive year of increases as rising prices due to the yen's weakening and labor shortages caused business failures.
Bangladesh-Pakistan trade yet to reach expected level
Bilateral trade between Bangladesh and Pakistan has not reached the expected level as the two countries face significant challenges, including non-tariff barriers and tariff disparities, said Taskeen ...