Economy
Mumbai becomes Asia's billionaire capital, topped by Mukesh Ambani
China still dominates rich list but has fewer ultra-wealthy than before
Society
India fertility fall puts policymakers on clock to avoid Japan-like strain
Lancet report shows New Delhi needs to 'start acting now,' experts say
Market Spotlight
Japan stocks could grow more volatile with end of BOJ ETF purchases
Central bank had bought most of country's exchange traded funds
Politics
Japan PM Kishida's approval rating mired near record low
Concerns over LDP fundraising scandal linger after ethics hearings
Society
40% of Japanese in 30s desiring children are sexless, research reveals
Low frequency of intercourse casts shadow over nation's fight against falling births
Datawatch
U.N. sanctions on North Korea have been losing their bite
Pyongyang has been boosting trade amid discord in the international community
Property
In Australia, 'granny flats' gain traction as rents skyrocket
Housing shortage gives homeowners a way to monetize extra space
Energy
Biden LNG pause poses major risk, says CEO of U.S. exporter
Freeport LNG chief voices concern that a lengthier process could derail projects
Trade
From airports to green farms, Vietnamese and Dutch companies sign 18 deals
Both nations have strategic sea locations and are exposed to climate shocks
Food & Beverage
Japan's Marubeni looks to hook its home market on Aussie beef
The big trading house expects middle-class demand for Rangers Valley steaks
Bank of Japan
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Interview
Argentina won't push companies to buy from China: top diplomat
Little to gain from dealing with countries that aren't liberal democracies, Mondino says
Markets
Japan stocks on hot streak as market prices in 10% profit growth
Investors expect rosy projections during April-May earnings releases
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Inflation
Japan's inflation rose for the 1st time in 4 months in February
Core consumer prices gained 2.8% as effects of energy subsidies faded
Interview
ASEAN's digital economy growth hinges on upskilling: BCG chair
Rich Lesser says region has to invest in both current and future generations
Opinion
Asia-Pacific can lead way in sustainable development with cooperation
Trust, understanding and focus vital for region's green and digital transitions
Indonesia election
Prabowo set to keep Indonesia on Jokowi's growth-focused path
Plans for heavy spending from infrastructure to school meals raise fiscal concerns
Companies
Hong Kong's CK Hutchison takes 36% hit to profit amid inflation
Victor Li, son of founder Li Ka-shing, wary of continued economic uncertainty
Economy
Global central bank balance sheets remain at 80% of the peak
Fed hints at slowing asset tapering as stock markets hit record highs
Sri Lanka crisis
Sri Lanka and IMF reach staff-level deal on second bailout review
Board approval would unlock $337m in funds for economic recovery
Opinion
Trump's China tariff plan would be the death of the WTO
Republican presidential candidate would turn 'MFN' principle on its head
Markets
Japan's Nikkei average closes at all-time high after BOJ policy shift
Dovish stance of U.S. Fed encourages investors to buy risk assets
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Trade
Japan's exports grew for third straight month in February
Shipment value up 7.8%, imports rise for first time in 11 months
Currencies
Malaysians working in Singapore gain spending power as ringgit slumps
Migrants eye properties, cars at home as salaries rise in local currency terms