Economy
N.Z. cuts rates for first time in over 4 years, flags more easing
Kiwi dollar tumbles as markets bet on more aggressive easing path
Commodities
As lithium slump drags on, some Australian miners look to grow
Operators push through gloom to position for long-term demand forecasts
Technology
Japan's Fanuc builds $4bn cash hoard. Is it ready to spend?
Investors watch for next step from robot maker as rivals spend more freely
Equities
Japan stocks surge 3.5% on return from holiday with weak yen's support
Chip-related companies, major exporters gain in rally
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Equities
Philippine exchange chief backs rate cuts to spur IPOs
Central bank halfway to new listing target set for 2024
China debt crunch
China mechanism for foreign investment faces tighter scrutiny
Checks meant to curb risk and ensure taxation create bottlenecks amid high demand
Currencies
Ringgit, baht gain against dollar on speculation of U.S. rate cut
Asian central banks seen weighing own moves as inflationary pressures ease
Opinion
Japan must hedge currency risk to avoid defense funding crisis
Biggest military buildup since World War II at risk from fluctuating forex
Opinion
'Dark fleet' of oil tankers risk more maritime disasters in Asia
The West needs to bring Russian oil shipping out of the shadows
Economy
Strikes hit China's property, manufacturing sectors as growth slows
Labor disputes reflect disparities in the country's social safety net
China debt crunch
China's Kaisa Group liquidation hearing adjourned by Hong Kong court
Property developer hopes to strike deal to restructure $12bn in offshore debt
Comment
OECD or BRICS? Key members' differences might weaken ASEAN unity
Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand all pursue different 'diversification' strategies
Currencies
EBS for forex faces challenges as trading platforms diversify
More banks and hedge funds use exclusive systems, and new platforms gaining momentum
Market Spotlight
Japan retail investors keep the faith in stocks despite historic volatility
Mom-and-pop investors are seen 'buying the dip' in domestic and global stocks
Property
Condo prices in Tokyo's Roppongi triple 10 years after built
Foreign buyers see Japan property as relatively inexpensive
Currencies
Central banks dump dollars and yuan in favor of gold
The 'stateless currency' shines as a haven amid geopolitical tension
Opinion
BOJ still on hawkish track despite dovish bid to cool market turmoil
Central bank must improve communication, economy judgment and risk assessment
Markets
On topic: Japan stocks hit by historic turbulence
A collection of stories on current hot topics
Equities
Mitsubishi Heavy leads Japan's defense-sector rally as market roils
Contractors benefit from higher military spending in tenser world
Equities
Japan stock sell-off: The end of the beginning?
Past crashes suggest a 20% recovery ahead -- if the first wave of selling is over
Business trends
Japan corporate profits up 10% on weak yen, AI demand
Toyota, Hitachi among winners in April-June as China slump drags on others
IPO
Shares in Indian e-scooter maker Ola close up 20% after tepid debut
Softbank-backed startup yet to make profit despite accelerating sales
Currencies
Currency strategists see yen closing out the year in the mid-140s
Speculators scurry to reduce their bets on the yen's fall
Markets
India stock rally falters over tax hike plan, governance doubts
Sensex retreats from all-time high as overseas money pulls back
China debt crunch
China taps public debt to buy unused land from developers
New response to property slump risks further financial woes for local governments