Property
Indians could find homes out of reach as prices surge, expert says
Knight Frank researcher expects real estate in India to outpace economies across Asia
Bonds
China to allow local governments to use bond funding more broadly
List of projects to cover quantum technology, bar some construction projects
Economy
China's GDP growth to decelerate to 4.4% in 2025, say economists
Local experts expect yuan to depreciate on weak outlook, smaller Fed cuts
Property
China housing rents slump to 4-year low amid oversupply
Downturn risks prolonging real estate slump as mortgage rates outpace rental yields
Automobiles
Toyota aims to double return on equity to 20%, says executive
Move by automaker likely to push Japan Inc. to focus on capital efficiency
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Markets
Pakistan posts 'massive' 86% share rally against all odds
Benchmark stock index emerges as one of world's top-performing markets this year
Property
Tokyo condo market to remain tight in 2025 despite supply bump
New units to increase for the first time in four years
Interview
Morgan Stanley CEO seeks closer MUFG ties in asset management
Ted Pick sees tech as avenue for cooperation with Japanese partner
Equities
Honda shares surge 17% on $7bn buyback amid Nissan merger talks
Auto giant is working to eliminate financial concerns, says fund manager
Agriculture
Thai 2024 rice exports to hit 6-year high, say industry officials
Shipments rose due to low yields among neighbors, India trade restrictions
Materials
Thailand's Siam Cement suffers latest setback at Vietnam petrochemical plant
China supply glut forces Long Son complex to stop production after just two weeks
Economy
China says economists who spread 'inappropriate' views should be fired
Securities watchdog says brokerages must help 'boost investor confidence'
Trump administration
Trump threatens to retake control of Panama Canal, eyeing Chinese influence
U.S. president-elect accuses Panama of charging ships 'ridiculous' fees
Trading Asia
Southeast Asia's IPOs poised for rebound in 2025, but clouds loom
Smaller companies could turn to local listings, lifting region's performance
Economy
Kazakhstan's budget concerns deepen as oil prices hinge on Trump policy
Poor tax discipline leaves government struggling to balance books
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Commodities
Australia's Lynas nears start of heavy rare-earth processing amid China shift
CEO sees expansion into rarer, pricier elements potentially boosting margins
Business trends
Japan share buybacks soar to record $108bn on strong profits
Stock repurchases gain steam as businesses exit cross-shareholdings
Property
Sapporo Holdings' $2.6bn in real estate draws interest from Mitsui Fudosan, KKR
Several companies to be shortlisted, asset assessments to begin early next year
US-China tensions
Private equity firms pledge to be China-free as U.S. tightens rules
33 firms sign on to bipartisan-backed initiative ahead of key Congress vote
Business deals
Italian stationery maker FILA raises $95m from sale of shares in Indian unit
Offered price includes a premium for buyers
Bank of Japan
BOJ chief surprises with dovish remarks, trimming odds of January hike
Japanese central bank stands pat in bow to sluggish economy
IPO
Shares in Indonesian arm of Malaysia's Mr.DIY volatile in debut
Listing comes as purchasing power declines in Southeast Asia's largest economy
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Bank of Japan
BOJ and Fed double up on yen, sending it to a five-month low
Currency falls past 157 per dollar on Gov. Ueda's cautious stance
Economy
Philippines cuts policy rate in effort to support economy
Easing comes amid peso's persistent weakness and continued headline inflation
Markets
Segantii executives plead not guilty in Hong Kong insider trading case
'Block trade king' trial over Esprit dealings set for 2026
Currencies
China's central bank steps up currency support after Fed move
Onshore yuan hits 15 month-low, treasury bond yields fall
Finance
Fed signals fewer rate cuts after quarter-point reduction
U.S. stocks tumble on Powell's hawkish stance on rate cuts
Semiconductors
Lackluster Kioxia IPO signals cold winter for Japan chip industry
Tepid valuation reflects concern over flagging computer and smartphone demand
Trade
Argentina, Brazil eye crop exports to China as Trump tariffs loom
South American wheat, corn likely to benefit from trade tensions