Economy

January 19, 2026

IMF Upgrades Japan’s Growth Forecast

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its Japan growth forecast for 2026, raising it to 0.7%. This upgrade comes as Japan’s fiscal stimulus package is expected to support economic growth. The

Modern Tokyo plaza with canopy and mixed-use buildings, reflecting Japan’s evolving real estate landscape.

Business·CAPITAL MARKETS·Companies·Economy·Finance·Investments

January 9, 2026

Sapporo Holdings Sells Real Estate in $3B KKR Deal

Japanese brewer exits property business in strategic $3 billion transaction Strategic Shift for Sapporo Holdings Sapporo Holdings agreed to sell its real estate unit to a consortium led by KKR and PAG.

Shanghai skyline with financial towers, reflecting Asia-Pacific’s economic influence and market volatility.

CAPITAL MARKETS·Economy·Finance·Investments·News

January 9, 2026

Asia-Pacific Markets Mixed as 2025 Ends on Uneven Note

Asian Stocks Trade Unevenly as Silver Surges and 2026 Outlook Takes Shape Regional Markets Show Diverging Trends Asia-Pacific markets closed the final week of 2025 with mixed results. Investors weighed regional economic

Japan Life Premiums Grow 5.4% CAGR by 2030

Japan life premiums are projected to expand at a steady pace through the end of the decade, despite recent yield volatility and regulatory tightening. According to GlobalData, the sector is expected to

February 20, 2026

Economy

Bank Indonesia to Hold Rates as Rupiah Weakens

Bank Indonesia (BI) will likely maintain its key interest rate at 4.75%, aiming to stabilize the rupiah. A Reuters poll of economists shows that all 26 surveyed expect BI to hold its

January 19, 2026

Economy

Indonesia 2025 Budget Deficit Hits 2.92% of GDP

Indonesia’s budget deficit for 2025 reached 2.92% of GDP, one of the widest in over two decades. This is close to the legal ceiling, driven by low revenue, high social welfare spending,

January 9, 2026

Economy

China Japan Export Delays Impact Sake and Food Shipments

China Japan export delays have significantly impacted the flow of Japanese sake and food items into China. Diplomatic tensions between Beijing and Tokyo have escalated following remarks by Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae

January 9, 2026

Economy

China Inflation 3-Year High: Deflation Battle Continues

China’s inflation surged to a 3-year high in December, with the consumer price index (CPI) rising by 0.8%. This marks the highest annual inflation since 2024. Despite the increase, the overall inflation

January 9, 2026

Economy

Inflation in 2025 Hits Highest Level in Three Years, Driven by Food and Gold Prices

Inflation in 2025 reached the highest level in three years, primarily driven by rising food prices and soaring gold costs. According to a press conference by Statistics Indonesia (BPS) official Pudji Ismartini,

January 6, 2026

Economy

Asia-Pacific Markets Today Move Mixed After Wall Street Rally

Asia-Pacific markets today

November 25, 2025

Business·Economy

Stronger Ringgit Spurs More Malaysians to Buy Foreign Currency

Malaysians buy foreign currency

November 18, 2025

Business·Economy·Money

Cambodia Vietnam Trade Deficit Falls by a Third: Key Factors

Cambodia Vietnam trade deficit

November 18, 2025

Business·Economy

Singapore Population Hits 6.11 Million in June

Singapore population growth reached 6.11 million in June, a 1.2% rise compared to the previous year. This marks a record high and reflects steady expansion since the pandemic ended. During that period,

September 29, 2025

Economy·News

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Economy

IMF Upgrades Japan’s Growth Forecast

Sapporo Holdings Sells Real Estate in $3B KKR Deal

Asia-Pacific Markets Mixed as 2025 Ends on Uneven Note

Japan Life Premiums Grow 5.4% CAGR by 2030

Bank Indonesia to Hold Rates as Rupiah Weakens

Indonesia 2025 Budget Deficit Hits 2.92% of GDP

China Japan Export Delays Impact Sake and Food Shipments

China Inflation 3-Year High: Deflation Battle Continues

Inflation in 2025 Hits Highest Level in Three Years, Driven by Food and Gold Prices

Asia-Pacific Markets Today Move Mixed After Wall Street Rally

Stronger Ringgit Spurs More Malaysians to Buy Foreign Currency

Cambodia Vietnam Trade Deficit Falls by a Third: Key Factors

Singapore Population Hits 6.11 Million in June

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