Macro Scene
Trump sets 25% tariff on EU cars and trucks, citing trade...
President Donald J. Trump has announced plans to raise tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union to 25%, linking the move...
Late Payments Climb as Buy Now, Pay Later Use Deepens
A growing share of Buy Now, Pay Later users are falling behind on repayments, adding fresh pressure to a sector built on convenience and...
Chinese Gold ETFs Hold Firm as North America Sees March Exit
Investor behaviour in gold funds has split along regional lines, with fresh data showing a clear divergence between China and North America during the...
China deepens economic ties with Middle East as trade outpaces US
China’s economic footprint in the Middle East has expanded sharply over the past two decades, with investment, construction activity and trade flows pointing to...
Philippines Faces Inflation Pressure as Oil Crisis Deepens
The Philippines is facing fresh inflation concerns after forecasts suggested consumer prices could average 5.1 per cent in 2026 as the country grapples with...
Iran Oil Revenues Rise as Exports Hold Above Pre-War Levels
Iran’s oil revenues are climbing as exports remain above pre-war levels, giving Tehran a stronger financial position at a time when much of the...
