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
Opinion
2025 promises to test Japan's and South Korea's economies
The return of Trump and low growth rates hang over the shaky democracies
Property
China housing rents slump to 4-year low amid oversupply
Downturn risks prolonging real estate slump as mortgage rates outpace rental yields
Trade war
China extends EU brandy anti-dumping investigation by 3 months
Commerce ministry cites 'complexity' in giving itself till April 5 to end probe
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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
Economy
China approves value-added tax law, taking effect in 2026
Move follows last month's new tax incentives on home and land transactions
Interview
Morgan Stanley CEO 'optimistic' on U.S. economy ahead of Trump return
Ted Pick sees tariff threats driving high-level dialogue already as part of 'economic arsenal'
Property
Tokyo condo market to remain tight in 2025 despite supply bump
New units to increase for the first time in four years
Trade
Laos fertilizer exports to China boom amid Russian sanctions
Country steps up mining of potassium chloride to become 3rd-largest producer
Caixin
China's UnionPay expands QR code payments to Laos after Vietnam
Move is tied to Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative
Agriculture
Thai 2024 rice exports to hit 6-year high, say industry officials
Shipments rose due to low yields among neighbors, India trade restrictions
International relations
Russia boosts lending to India, Bangladesh, other friendly nations
Jump in funding amid geopolitical tug of war with West may come at domestic cost
Economy
South Korea surpasses Japan's per capita GDP in 2022 and 2023
Japan retreats to record-low 22nd place among OECD economies
Bank of Japan
Former BOJ governor Kuroda to become adviser at JCER
Veteran central banker join Japan Center for Economic Research think tank
Economy
China says economists who spread 'inappropriate' views should be fired
Securities watchdog says brokerages must help 'boost investor confidence'
Interview
UAE urges Japan to accelerate discussions on trade agreement
New BRICS member seeks also looks to deepen economic ties with China, India
Trump administration
Trump threatens to retake control of Panama Canal, eyeing Chinese influence
U.S. president-elect accuses Panama of charging ships 'ridiculous' fees
Trade
China contemplates allowing seafood imports from Japan
2023 ban followed release of treated wastewater from Fukushima plant
Economy
Kazakhstan's budget concerns deepen as oil prices hinge on Trump policy
Poor tax discipline leaves government struggling to balance books
Immigration
Japan Inc. seeks 'golden' talent in Asia to address labor shortage
Companies redouble efforts to recruit college graduates, technical trainees
Technology
Japan antitrust watchdog to find Google violated law in search case
Fair Trade Commission sees problems in contracts with smartphone makers
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Your weekly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events
Caixin
China expands cross-border funding pilot program for multinationals
10 provinces and cities included in initiative that streamlines fund management for global companies
Work
Malaysians save in Singapore for retirement amid pension concerns
Despite brighter economy at home, migrant workers reluctant to return
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Trade
Australian lobster exports to China can restart, Albanese says
Beijing's notice scraps last trade barrier raised after COVID dispute
Interview
ASEAN aims to conclude digital economy pact negotiations in 2025
Rules for online businesses promise an 'engine of growth,' secretary-general says
Inflation
Japan's inflation accelerates, keeps BOJ rate-hike chance alive
Core consumer prices in November rise 2.7% on the year
Policy Asia
For Xi Jinping, 'Made in China 2025' has been worth every penny
Bill for technology upgrades and increased self-reliance reaches trillions of yuan