Japan's exports grew for fourth straight month in March
TOKYO -- Japan's exports grew in value terms for the fourth consecutive month in March, official data showed Wednesday, with China-bound shipments increasing for the fourth straight month.
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IMF upgrades global growth forecast as economy proves 'surprisingly resilient' despite downside risks
The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday slightly raised its global growth forecast, saying the economy had proven "surprisingly resilient" despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.
Japan takes page from EU playbook with app store antitrust bill
TOKYO/WASHINGTON -- Japan's proposed legislation to rein in tech giants' control over mobile app marketplaces aims to establish a regulatory regime on par with Europe, with bans on specific behavior backed up by fines equivalent to 20% of sales or higher for noncompliance.
Yuan hits 31-year high against yen on China intervention
TOKYO -- The yuan on Tuesday touched its strongest point against the yen in more than three decades as Chinese authorities stepped in to shore up the currency against an appreciating dollar.
Dr. Martens shares plunge 30% to all-time low, trading briefly halted on weak outlook
Shares of Dr. Martens plunged 30% on Tuesday to hit a record low, after the shoemaker flagged a challenging 2025 outlook on the back of weaker revenues.
Gold is shining ‘bright like a diamond’ and could hit $3,000, says Citi
Gold prices continued to hover near record highs days after Middle East tensions flared, boosting the safe-haven appeal of bullion.
Microsoft invests $1.5 billion in AI firm G42 which faces U.S. scrutiny for China ties
Microsoft will invest $1.5 billion into G42, an artificial intelligence firm based in the United Arab Emirates, as the U.S. giant looks to strengthen its position in the technology amid fast-rising competition.
Singapore gives workers right to request 4-day weeks, more work from home under new flexitime guideline
The new guideline was announced on Tuesday by the Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices, an agency set up by the Ministry of Manpower, the National Trades Union Congress and the Singapore National Employers Federation. Employees will also be entitled to ask for other arrangements such as flexible work locations come the end of this year.