India’s Urban Company revolutionised gig work for women. Then it bled them
Multiple costs to qualify for work leads, forced product purchases, and a high rate of blockings have stripped their earnings.
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Japan's factory activity contracts most in over three years
Japan's February factory activity shrank at the fastest pace in more than three years on the back of weakening demand.
Australia closing in on gender pay parity but more work needed to empower women in Asia
However, in the Asia-Pacific, Australia and New Zealand’s pay gaps are among the smallest, according to the World Economic Forum (WEF).
G20 finance chiefs fail to reach joint statement amid Gaza, Ukraine debates
SAO PAULO (Reuters) -- Finance leaders from the world's largest economies failed to agree on a joint statement as they wrapped up talks on Thursday, with divisions over the wars in Gaza and Ukraine overshadowing efforts to forge a consensus on global economic development.
Interest rates could stay higher for longer. Australia, New Zealand show why
What a difference a few months make. At the start of this year, investors were betting the Fed would reduce rates by as much as 1.5 percentage points this year. By the beginning of this week, markets were pricing in roughly half the amount of monetary easing.
Why China, Japan and the Fed are shaking up the $26 trillion U.S. Treasury market
When investors think of the financial markets, the first thing that likely comes to mind is the stock market.
Pakistan swears in new parliament amid chaotic scenes, as Imran Khan’s party protests vote count
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan’s National Assembly swore in newly elected members on Thursday in a chaotic scene, as allies of jailed former Premier Imran Khan protested what they claim was a rigged election.
How much wealth do you need to join the 1% club in your country?
The entry barriers to the 1% rich club have been getting tougher across the world. Here's how much you need to join the ranks of the wealthiest people in your country.