Bank of Japan holds rates at 0.25%, yen weakens to one month low
The decision comes a day after the U.S. Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points, bringing the federal funds
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Asia Economy
Here’s what a blockbuster Nissan-Honda merger could mean for the auto industry
Nissan and Honda are understood to be exploring a blockbuster merger as the two rival companies seek to stay competitive on
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Hong Kong records first rise in new listings since 2020, as Beijing’s policy pivot refuels optimism
Beijing's stimulus package has refueled companies' interest in raising capital in Hong Kong and lured back some foreign capital funds,
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Kioxia shares climb slightly on debut in Tokyo after $800 million IPO
The company had raised 120 billion yen in its IPO, exercising a overallotment option. Shares were priced at 1,455 yen
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Indonesia’s protectionist policies aimed at attracting tech investment may backfire, economists warn
"I call it pseudo-protectionism," said Bhima Yudhistira, executive director of the Center of Economic and Law Studies. Source link
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Investors were already wary of South Korean stocks. Then the country descended into chaos
The 'Korea discount' refers to South Korean securities trading at lower valuations relative to regional peers due to investors' concerns
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India’s central bank revises down economic growth forecast for 2025, keeps interest rate steady
The Reserve Bank of India has held interest rate steady since February last year, while a sharper-than-anticipated slowdown in India's
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Kospi heavyweight stocks fall in volatile trade after President Yoon’s martial law flip-flop
South Korean stocks fell in a volatile trading session amid market jitters triggered by political turmoil. Source link
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Bank of Korea holds emergency meeting after Yoon lifts martial law
The Bank of Korea is set to hold an emergency meeting Wednesday after South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol lifted
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