Economy

Rising oil prices linked to the Iran conflict are creating stagflation risks across Asia while AI-driven market optimism could also fuel new inflation concerns

Analysts warn prolonged shipping disruptions in a key global energy corridor may tighten supply and reignite inflation fears

Policymakers prepare for possible rate action as rising oil prices and Middle East tensions push inflation pressures back into focus

Why proposals to tax capital gains more aggressively could raise billions while creating new economic and political challenges

Electronics, energy and mining sectors fuel a sharp earnings rebound as weak consumer spending and property struggles continue to challenge the broader economy

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi introduces new spending measures aimed at easing cost pressures and fuel expenses while assuring investors that overall bond issuance will not increase

Softer consumer price increases and a stronger GDP performance give the city-state a mixed but optimistic economic outlook despite rising global cost pressures

Growing fears around fuel prices, inflation pressures, and economic uncertainty are pushing household sentiment to some of the weakest levels in years

Falling grocery prices are bringing relief to shoppers, but egg producers say rising expenses and excess inventory are creating a new financial challenge

Softer consumer price growth, government subsidies and shifting energy costs are reducing pressure for immediate interest rate increases despite resilient economic activity

A sharp rise in chip-related shipments and expanding overseas demand helped Japan post stronger-than-expected export growth, highlighting the country's growing importance in the global technology supply chain.

Global energy markets pull back after geopolitical tensions ease temporarily, though traders remain cautious over Middle East supply risks and shipping disruptions

Better-than-expected GDP figures signal resilience in Asia’s second-largest economy, though rising energy prices and geopolitical tensions may test momentum later this year

Rising energy costs and persistent price pressures are reshaping expectations for inflation, economic growth, and future Federal Reserve policy

EU officials warn that prolonged Middle East tensions are creating a difficult economic mix of slowing growth and rising prices across the region

The new Fed chair enters a divided policy environment where inflation concerns, market expectations, and internal disagreements could shape the next phase of U.S. monetary policy