Japan's leadership race
Japan's Kishida set to depart with defense, climate funding in question
PM's successor faces fitting birth rate, chip commitments into budget as well
Economy
U.S. consumer prices rise moderately; annual increase slows to below 3%
Expectations of Fed rate cut strength on downward inflation trend
Japan's leadership race
Japan's Kishida to step down as PM after LDP picks new leader
Move to show 'new, changed' ruling party amid persistent low approval ratings
Opinion
Papua New Guinea's census process is a quagmire of epic proportions
International donors must pressure government to be transparent
Bonds
Chinese central bank crackdown shakes bond market
Yields fluctuate after PBOC says measures have restored 'reasonable levels'
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
Bangladesh turmoil
Nobel winner Yunus picking up 'mess' left by ousted Bangladesh PM
Microcredit pioneer in charge after nemesis Sheikh Hasina flees
Business trends
Indonesia's new capital Nusantara attracts increased investor interest
Prabowo asserts support for project amid private sector doubts
The Big Story
Vietnam turns chip sector magnet with affordable, quality talent pool
US, Taiwan, South Korean players beat path to Vietnam though boom strains resources
Opinion
Japan can tap seniors' know-how by redefining leadership
In an inclusive society, you're never too old to contribute
Business trends
Japan Inc. projects 1% net profit dip on yen uptick and U.S. worries
Outlook for fiscal year improves slightly, but slump continues in autos and steel
Economy
New Zealanders emigrating in record numbers as economy stagnates
80,000 left in a year amid rising unemployment, high interest rates, slow growth
.jpg?width=300&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms&format=auto&height=168)
Equities
Philippine exchange chief backs rate cuts to spur IPOs
Central bank halfway to new listing target set for 2024
Business trends
TotalEnergies' Pakistan exit stirs company exodus fears
French energy major latest Western multinational to quit crisis-hit Asian nation
Economy
Singapore upgrades full-year GDP growth forecast to 2-3%
Trade ministry says manufacturing sector will recover gradually in second half
Currencies
Ringgit, baht gain against dollar on speculation of U.S. rate cut
Asian central banks seen weighing own moves as inflationary pressures ease
.jpg?width=300&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms&format=auto&height=168)
Asia Insight
Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus carries hopes of economic change
Optimists look toward post-protest recovery from trade and business disruptions
Opinion
Japan must hedge currency risk to avoid defense funding crisis
Biggest military buildup since World War II at risk from fluctuating forex
Fisheries
Thailand grapples with invasive tilapia from Africa as CP deflects blame
Conglomerate brought in nonnative fish for research, pledges cooperation
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
Caixin
China moves to raise retirement age to ease labor and pension concerns
Aging population, declining birth rate strain social security system
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
Your Week in Asia
Taliban takeover anniversary, Japan GDP, Greater China earnings
Your weekly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events
Opinion
Fast, digitized ASEAN cross-border trade should not be a luxury
A borderless era of economic growth awaits Southeast Asia