Japan’s factory output saw a significant decline in August, driven by disruptions in motor vehicle production due to Typhoon Shanshan and weaker-than-expected U.S. sales. According to data released by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI), industrial output dropped… Read More ›
Entrepreneurship
Anticipating A Slowdown In Global Mergers And Acquisitions: Trends And Implications
As the end of 2024 approaches, the landscape of global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is showing signs of a slowdown, particularly in the fourth quarter. Companies and investors are bracing for a temporary dip in deal-making activity as many firms… Read More ›
A Tale Of Two Economic Agendas: Kamala Harris Vs. Donald Trump
As the U.S. approaches the November 5 presidential election, economic policies have taken center stage, with Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump presenting starkly contrasting visions for the future of the American economy. In a recent speech… Read More ›
Thailand’s Automobile Industry Faces Uncertain Future Amid Electric Vehicle Shift
Thailand’s once-thriving $53 billion automobile industry, the largest in Southeast Asia, is now grappling with a dual crisis. Domestic consumers, burdened by high debt, are struggling to finance new car purchases, while the international market is swiftly moving away from… Read More ›
EU And China Intensify Negotiations Amid Electric Vehicle Trade Tensions
The ongoing trade tussle between the European Union (EU) and China over electric vehicles (EVs) has reached a critical juncture, as both sides agreed to enhance efforts to prevent the imposition of significant import tariffs on Chinese-made EVs. The discussions,… Read More ›
Chinese Bubble Tea Makers Halt Offshore IPO Plans Amid Market Turbulence
The offshore share offering plans of at least three prominent Chinese bubble tea makers have been postponed by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC), primarily due to disappointing market performance from peers in Hong Kong and declining consumer sentiment domestically…. Read More ›
Cryptocurrency Insiders Downplay U.S. Election’s Impact On Global Crypto Markets
As the U.S. presidential election draws nearer, the cryptocurrency industry is contemplating how political outcomes might shape the future of digital assets. However, many insiders suggest that the election’s impact on the global crypto market, particularly in places like Singapore,… Read More ›
Amazon And Flipkart Under Fire For Misuse Of Market Dominance In India: Antitrust Report
Indian antitrust authorities have uncovered significant violations of local competition laws by e-commerce giants Amazon and Walmart-owned Flipkart. A comprehensive investigation by the Competition Commission of India (CCI), detailed in two confidential reports, reveals how the companies misused their dominant… Read More ›
Delayed Downgrade Of NYC Office Tower Bonds Raises Concerns Over Credit Rating Timeliness
The delayed downgrade of bonds tied to a New York City office tower, 1740 Broadway, has sparked concerns over the reliability of credit rating agencies, after a failed property sale led to unexpected losses for investors. The bonds, once rated… Read More ›
US Fed Researchers Warn Of Potential Unemployment Surge As Job Openings Decline
As inflation rapidly decreased in 2023 and continued to slow this year, Federal Reserve officials were optimistic that the cooling of the U.S. economy had been achieved without a significant rise in unemployment. This optimism was based on a reduction… Read More ›