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China’s stock indexes saw a rollercoaster day, diving to five-year lows before bouncing back while Tokyo traders were in cautious mood after their record run
The situation in the Red Sea has remained volatile despite extensive efforts by a US-led coalition to avert attacks by Houthi militants
The cybersecurity review could potentially complicate Shein’s listing plans, which have run into political opposition in the US
China’s post-Covid struggles continued with below-target growth and falling home prices deepening the gloom around the world’s No2 economy
A slew of economic readings early on Wednesday suggest China lost more momentum heading into the new year, despite a flurry of government support measures; investors appeared most rattled by ominous real estate data
Yuan trading accounted for more than 40% of all foreign currency changing hands on the Moscow Exchange in 2023, triple the year before
Attacks by Iran-backed Houthis have doubled the cost of exports from India and cast a shadow over China's commercial interests and major investments along the Suez Canal
The economic slowdown and uncertainty over jobs has led to many young Chinese opting to stay single and give up on dreams of having children
Investor mood was downbeat as the long wait for rate cuts looked set to roll on and China’s struggles continued while Trump’s possible return also promised volatility
"The challenges to be faced by the company this year may be more severe than we imagine; we have to respond calmly," Country Garden President Mo Bin said
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