Global oil prices dropped and stock markets surged as optimism grew for a US-Iran peace deal, potentially reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending a major energy supply crisis. Brent crude fell below $84/barrel, while European and Asian markets rallied.
Global oil prices dropped significantly as optimism grew for a US-Iran peace deal, potentially reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restoring Gulf oil exports. Brent crude fell below $84 a barrel, reaching its lowest since early March.
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Netflix is enhancing its mobile app with a refreshed experience and "Clips" feature in Asia-Pacific markets, including South Korea and Japan. The company is also expanding its children's gaming hub, Netflix Playground, with new mini-games based on the popular animated title "KPop Demon Hunters."
New York City ranks first globally for financial services talent, excelling in labor index and VC funding. However, the industry's center of gravity is shifting east, with Asia-Pacific cities like Shanghai, Beijing, and Hong Kong showing significant growth.
A new Aon study across 504 Asia-Pacific companies shows 74% have adopted AI, with 84% using it to augment tasks rather than replace jobs, despite concerns over layoffs
The ongoing war may continue to affect consumer and business sentiment in the Asia-Pacific region due to higher energy prices and supply chain disruptions, despite CFOs remaining cautiously optimistic about business prospects.
Russian Deputy PM Alexander Novak stated at SPIEF that global economic centers are shifting towards Asia-Pacific and Eurasia. He noted BRICS' share of global GDP has risen to 40%, surpassing the G7's 30%, a gap that is widening.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova condemned US attempts to fuel an arms race in the Asia-Pacific via proxy forces, warning of destabilization and new dividing lines. She stated Moscow advocates for diplomatic conflict resolution.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova condemned US attempts to instigate an arms race in the Asia-Pacific region, warning it could create further divisions.
Asia-Pacific markets opened lower Thursday, tracking Wall Street losses, as elevated oil prices due to Iran-U.S. tensions fueled inflation worries. Israel and the U.S. are prepared to strike Iran again if necessary, according to PM Netanyahu.
Asia-Pacific markets opened lower Thursday, mirroring Wall Street's decline, as escalating tensions between Iran and the U.S. pushed oil prices higher, fueling concerns over energy costs and inflation. Israel and the U.S. are prepared to strike Iran again if necessary.
Asia-Pacific markets are expected to open lower, mirroring Wall Street's decline, as elevated oil prices due to Iran-US tensions fuel inflation concerns. Israel and the US are prepared to strike Iran again if necessary.
Asia-Pacific markets opened higher Wednesday, with Japan's Nikkei 225 reaching a record high. Investors looked past U.S.-Iran tensions, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio accused Iran of mining the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy route.
Asia-Pacific markets opened higher, with Japan's Nikkei 225 reaching a record high. Investors looked past U.S.-Iran tensions, despite Secretary of State Marco Rubio's claims of Iran mining the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route.
Asia-Pacific markets are expected to open mixed as volatile oil prices and uncertainty over Iran-US negotiations impact investor sentiment. Tensions have escalated with claims of Iran mining the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy route.
A report by International Data Corporation, commissioned by Expereo, reveals that 37% of organizations in the region invest heavily in AI without assessing outcomes, nearly double the global average. This highlights a gap between AI ambition and actual results.
Asia-Pacific markets traded lower Tuesday, with Japan's Nikkei down 1.32% and South Korea's Kospi down 1.92%, as investors weighed U.S.-Iran peace talk uncertainty. Wall Street indexes, however, climbed to fresh highs overnight, driven by tech optimism and Nvidia's new chip launch.
Asia-Pacific markets opened lower Tuesday, with investors weighing renewed uncertainty over U.S.-Iran peace negotiations. Wall Street indexes climbed to fresh highs overnight, driven by tech optimism and Nvidia's new chip launch.
Asia-Pacific markets are set for a mixed open as investors digest renewed U.S.-Iran peace talk uncertainty. Wall Street indexes closed at fresh highs overnight, boosted by tech optimism and Nvidia's new chip launch.
Defense leaders at Singapore's Shangri-La Dialogue noted a worsening security environment in the Asia-Pacific, marked by escalating conflicts and US-China rivalry. Discussions focused on increased military spending, with the US urging allies to boost defense capabilities, while Taiwan's status remains uncertain.
Leaders at Asia's premier defense summit shared perspectives on defense spending, regional stability in the Asia-Pacific, and the importance of multilateralism. Key themes included increased defense budgets, responsible commitment from major powers, and the need for reformed global security governance.
South Korea's Kospi reached a record high on Monday, driven by a surge in Samsung Electronics shares. This occurred amidst mixed performances in Asia-Pacific markets, with investors closely watching U.S.-Iran negotiations.
Vietnamese President To Lam urges 'responsible commitment' from all parties in the Asia Pacific, emphasizing bounded competition and strategic trust at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.
