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Will the Australian dollar keep rising in 2026?
After years of decline, the Australian dollar has seen significant recovery in 2025, with a two-cent rally over the past month and an overall increase of more than 6% against the US dollar since the b...
China slowdown deepens as investment falls
The economic growth of China is showing signs of further deterioration due to a decline in investment activities. This indicates an increasingly challenging environment for the Chinese economy....
Trump's "Peace Through Strength" Space Doctrine
Authors Robert Walker and Peter Navarro analyze the underinvestment in America's space program during the Obama-Clinton era, emphasizing a lack of strategic vision as well as economic constraints....
DPP may not approve fiscal 2026 budget if there's a snap election, Tamaki says
Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of Japan's Democratic Party for the People (DPFP), stated that in case of a snap election due to an early dissolution of the Lower House, it is likely that his party won't appr...
Hong Kong records 72% jump in mainland Chinese tourists over long New Year break
Over the new year period and subsequent three-day holiday, Hong Kong received approximately 660,000 visitors from mainland China, marking a 72% increase from the same period last year. The surge had s...
Fact Check: Stimulus Payment in January 2026 and Direct Deposit Relief from IRS
The article discusses potential stimulus payments that may be issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in January 2026, along with direct deposit relief measures. It also examines any prospective ...
Meloni warns Italian government staff: “Next year will be much worse” than 2025
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni addressed government staff during her Christmas message, warning that the year ahead will present more significant challenges than the current difficult year. Her...
George Yeo on superpower ‘headaches’ and why the US dollar could crack
George Yeo, former Singaporean minister with extensive experience across various sectors including foreign affairs, discusses his views on superpowers facing challenges and the possibility of the US d...
Vietnamese lead influx of migrants to South Korea as foreign population hits record high
South Korea's non-citizen resident population has reached its highest level with over 1.69 million foreigners as of May 2025, a rise of around 8% from the previous year. This increase is particularly ...
EU leaders kick can down the road on €140bn reparation loan for Ukraine
European Union leaders have postponed making a decision regarding the proposal to use frozen Russian assets as an extraordinary loan of €140 billion for Ukraine until their next summit in December....
Japan's labor productivity falls to 28th among OECD countries
According to a survey published by the OECD on Monday, Japan’s labor productivity per hour has dropped to ¥5,720 or $60.1, placing it at the 28th position amongst OECD member states....
Five trends to watch in the global economy in 2026
The article discusses predictions for economic trends in 2026 based on market reactions from 2025. It highlights that although markets focused beyond immediate news of shocks in the past, 2026 could p...
To unlock growth, Argentina should reduce its export taxes
The article emphasizes that failing to lower export taxes may hinder Argentina's economic growth by reducing its potential exports. It suggests that this measure is crucial for stimulating the economy...
Putin Calls Figures from Russia's Processing Industries Good
Russian President Vladimir Putin mentioned during an event that he views positively the performance of Russia's processing industries. No specific details or economic data were provided in the article...
Takaichi’s twin challenges: Economic growth and security
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi emphasizes economic security, highlighting both pre-existing commitments and current responsibilities as the nation's leader....
The Great Rotation: Stock Records No Longer Depend on Technology
The article discusses how the current stock market trends are shifting away from technology companies dominating performance to other sectors gaining prominence. This phenomenon is referred to as 'The...
Why Hong Kong must resist pressure to loosen budget discipline
Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po faces a budget decision in the coming financial year with calls for increased spending despite forecasted public finances surplus. Chan needs support as...
CEO: 2025 was a record-breaking year on the Baltic stock exchanges
According to an industry CEO, the year 2025 saw record-breaking activity in bond issuance on the stock exchanges of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, with companies raising nearly €2 billion through the...
Courts declared over 150 companies bankrupt in 2025
In 2025, courts declared bankruptcy for 154 companies, marking a decrease of 14 cases from the previous year....
The EU-Mercosur Trade Deal May Not Be the Big Win Some in Europe Think
The EU-Mercosur trade agreement, despite its potential benefits, may only add 0.05 percent to the EU's economy and has led to significant political disagreements within Europe....
Japan’s household outlays rose ahead of Takaichi’s stimulus plan
Japanese household spending adjusted for inflation increased by 2.9% year-over-year, driven primarily by expenditures on automobiles and communication services....
Can Xi Jinping Make China Spend?
Leaders recognize low domestic consumption as an issue but might lack effective measures to boost spending....
How Yunus’s interim government began repairing Bangladesh’s banks
Under economist Muhammad Yunus’s interim government following the collapse of Sheikh Hasina's regime, Bangladesh inherited a banking sector in dire straits with non-performing loans exceeding 1.7 tril...
Venezuelan oil was the enabler, not the prize
The article discusses the challenges in rehabilitating Venezuela's energy sector and increasing its oil exports, emphasizing that fixing the country's economic problems will not be a swift process....
Wall Street carries big expectations after best run since 2009
Despite experiencing one of its best performances since 2009 in recent times, Wall Street faces skepticism about sustaining such gains into the future as it moves deeper into 2026....
Bars, hotels cash in as Hong Kong welcomes 25% more visitors for New Year’s Eve
Hong Kong experienced a 25 percent increase in visitors on New Year’s Eve compared to the previous year despite skipping its traditional fireworks display due to a fire incident. Bars and hotels benef...
Unemployment slightly down in Estonia in 2025
Estonia experienced a slight decrease in registered unemployed individuals in 2025 compared to the previous two years, indicating potential early-stage economic recovery....
Trump Considers Ukraine Economic Recovery and Job Creation Top Priority - Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicates that former U.S. President Donald Trump views the economic recovery of Ukraine, along with job creation within the country, as a top priority....
Expert on Trump's Attack on Nigeria: A Pretext to Enter Africa's Leading Economy
An expert commentary discusses U.S. President Donald Trump's critical remarks about Nigeria, suggesting they are a pretext for deeper U.S. involvement in the country's economic affairs as Nigeria hold...
Captives of Wrong Political Decisions
The article discusses the impact of poor political decision-making on Slovakia and its citizens. It criticizes recent policies that have negatively affected the country's economy and public sentiment....
Zelenskyy Says Open to Free Economic Zone in Ukraine's East if Put to Vote
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has indicated his openness towards establishing a free economic zone in the eastern part of Ukraine, provided that this idea is voted on by the electorate. The ...
Zelensky Open to Establishing Free Economic Zones
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed openness to establishing free economic zones within Ukraine as part of broader efforts to boost the country's economy and attract foreign investme...
New Central Kowloon Bypass, transport links to boost Hong Kong’s competitiveness: Paul Chan
Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po announced that the opening of the Central Kowloon Bypass and planned expansions in road and rail infrastructure over the next few years will enhance Hong Kong's com...
Trump tries to allay voter anxiety by touting economic wins, dodges Epstein files in rally
During a rally in North Carolina, President Trump focused on addressing economic concerns with recent CPI data while avoiding questions about the Jeffrey Epstein scandal....
Russian Central Bank Cuts Key Interest Rate Amid Economic Slowdown
In response to Russia's economic slowdown and the steepest drop in annual inflation this year, reaching 6.6 percent in November, down from 7.7 percent in October, the Russian Central Bank has cut its ...
Putin Explains Why State Regulation of Market Prices Is Dangerous
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that state regulation of market prices can be dangerous, implying potential negative economic consequences from such practices....
Putin: Unemployment Rate at Historically Lowest Level
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the unemployment rate in Russia has reached historically low levels, indicating robust job security and economic stability....
Reform UK weighs axing Britain’s fiscal watchdog
Richard Tice, a deputy of Nigel Farage's Reform UK party, has proposed replacing Britain’s fiscal watchdog with a rotating panel of economic experts to produce forecasts....
Nephew of former Thai Premier Thaksin faces balancing act to win over electorate
Pawut Tangtai, nephew of ex-Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, is running as a candidate for the Pheu Thai Party. He aims to build on his family's political legacy by both appealing to loyal supporter...
Denmark Proposes Saving Greenland by Relocating Prince's Residence
A proposal suggests that relocating the residence of Denmark’s Crown Prince Frederick to Greenland could bolster the country's economy and political importance....
Estonia sees real bump in business transactions for the first time in years
According to Risto Vahimets of Ellex Raidla, Estonia's business transaction market showed signs of revival last year despite previous turbulence....
2025 saw new cars sales cut in half in Estonia
New passenger car sales in Estonia for December remained consistent with previous months but dropped by almost half overall in the year....
Japan’s new Upper House lawmakers have ¥30.82 million of assets on average
The recently elected members of Japan’s Upper House have an average asset value of approximately ¥30.82 million (around $257,614). Notably, the number of lawmakers with assets valued at or above ¥100 ...
Gold rush: Malaysia’s Kelantan to let poor residents dig for precious metal
Kelantan, Malaysia plans to issue licences for small-scale gold panning to help low-income residents as gold prices remain high. Applications opened on January 1st allowing citizens to pan manually in...
KEEP OUR MONEY HERE
The article titled 'KEEP OUR MONEY HERE' urges for financial resources to be retained domestically rather than being sent abroad....
MTG says Trump voters are fed up and planning a tax revolt this year: And rightfully so!
According to claims made by an unspecified source referred to as MTG, supporters of former U.S. President Donald Trump are feeling increasingly disillusioned and are considering collective action such...
Japan’s year-end balance of bank notes in circulation falls for 3rd straight year
The Bank of Japan reports a continuing decline in physical currency circulation as consumers increasingly opt for digital and cashless payment methods....
Jornada: Stranded, 17.5 million barrels of Venezuelan oil in the Caribbean
Venezuela has 17.5 million barrels of crude oil stranded in vessels in Caribbean waters due to a lack of storage capacity and funding issues affecting the state-run oil company PDVSA....
Japan's rice policy at crossroads amid output shift and high prices
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is reconsidering the country's rice policy, shifting towards aligning production with market demand, a move that contrasts with her predecessor's strategies. Thi...
The Best Conversations of the Year
A summary of the most notable interviews conducted by FP Live this year, which featured Europe's top diplomat and an economic influencer from Generation Z....
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