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Thailand first quarter growth impressive on robust tourism sector

May 17, 2016 07:42 am UTC| Commentary

The first quarter growth figures for Thailand impressed, with gross domestic product beating expectations, on a y/y basis. GDP came in at 3.2 pct on year, compared to market expectations of 3.0 pct. Net exports came in...

Indian bonds plunge as FPI debt limit auction partly ingested

May 17, 2016 07:22 am UTC| Commentary

The Indian government bonds continue to trade lower on Tuesday amid weak appetite, after an auction of unutilised limits for foreign investors in sovereign papers went undersubscribed for the first time in 2-years. Also,...

China Crisis Series

China’s rising M1 money supply reflects structural change in bank deposits

May 17, 2016 07:13 am UTC| Commentary Economy

Rising money supply in China, both M1 and M2 reflect that the economys banking deposits are undergoing structural changes. In the latest monetary statistics released by the Peoples Bank of China on May 13, a...

Euro area final April HICP inflation likely unchanged from flash readings

May 17, 2016 06:53 am UTC| Commentary

Euro areas final HICP inflation for April is expected to confirm the flash readings of -0.2% y/y, said Societe Generale in a research report. This will be slightly weaker than Marchs print. The headlined figure is weighed...

JGBs flat ahead of Q1 GDP figure, likely to slump on firm crude

May 17, 2016 06:37 am UTC| Commentary

The Japanese government bonds traded nearly flat on Tuesday as investors await the first quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) data, which will provide cues on the possibility of further monetary easing by the Bank of...

Philippines CB rate cut in line with expectations, seen no impact on real economy

May 17, 2016 06:34 am UTC| Commentary

The Central Bank of Philippines, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) eased its monetary policy, slasing interest rates by 100 bps to 3.0 pct in preparation for the introduction of the Interest Rate Corridor on June 3. The...

Greece’s economy remains in recession in Q1 2016, net exports’ contribution to GDP declines

May 17, 2016 06:34 am UTC| Commentary Economy

Greeces national statistical service, Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT), released the countrys Q1 2016 GDP flash estimates recently. According to ELSTATs press release Available seasonally adjusted data indicate that...

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Economy

Trump Rejects Iran Proposal as Tensions Persist Amid Fragile Ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with Irans latest proposal for renewed talks, signaling continued deadlock in efforts to resolve the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict. Despite a ceasefire reached on...

EU Warns of Response as U.S. Considers 25% Tariffs on Car Imports

The European Commission signaled it is prepared to defend its economic interests after the United States threatened to impose new tariffs on European vehicles, raising concerns over a potential escalation in transatlantic...

Wall Street Mixed as Apple Earnings Boost Nasdaq and Oil Prices Ease

U.S. stock market performance ended mixed on Friday, with major indices showing resilience despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and fluctuating oil prices. The SP 500 and Nasdaq Composite posted gains, while the Dow Jones...

Gold Prices Slip Amid Iran Tensions and Rising Rate Concerns

Gold prices edged slightly lower on Friday, hovering near one-month lows after a volatile trading session. The precious metal continues to face pressure following consecutive monthly declines, as global economic...

Dollar Gains Slightly as Yen Volatility Continues After Japan Intervention

Currency markets closely monitored the Japanese yen on Friday after suspected intervention by Tokyo triggered significant volatility, while the U.S. dollar began May with a modest rebound following April losses. The U.S....

Politics

Cuba Condemns New U.S. Sanctions, Calls Measures “Collective Punishment”

Cuba has strongly rejected the latest sanctions imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, describing them as unjust and harmful to its citizens. The response came from Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez, who...

Rising Tensions in US-Europe Relations Amid Trump Policies and Iran War

Recent developments in US-Europe relations have raised concerns among global leaders as tensions escalate due to policy disagreements and political rhetoric. European officials are increasingly uneasy following a series of...

Trump Expands Cuba Sanctions Targeting Key Sectors and Foreign Entities

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping executive order expanding sanctions against Cuba, intensifying pressure on the islands government and its international partners. According to White House officials, the...

US to Withdraw 5,000 Troops from Germany Amid Growing Rift with European Allies

The United States is set to withdraw approximately 5,000 troops from Germany, signaling rising tensions between Washington and its European allies amid the ongoing Iran conflict. The Pentagon confirmed the move, which will...

U.S. Weapons Delays Raise Concerns Among European Allies Amid Iran Conflict

The United States has reportedly warned several European allies to prepare for delays in the delivery of military equipment, as ongoing tensions and conflict involving Iran continue to strain American weapons stockpiles....

Science

China vs. NASA: The New Moon Race and What's at Stake by 2030

The space race is back and this time, its a direct competition between the United States and China for dominance on the lunar surface. NASAs Artemis II mission recently made history when four astronauts flew farther into...

NASA Artemis II: First Crewed Moon Mission Since Apollo Takes Four Astronauts on 10-Day Lunar Journey

NASAs Artemis II mission launched Wednesday, marking humanitys return to crewed lunar exploration for the first time since the Apollo era. Carrying four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft, this historic 10-day mission...

NASA's Artemis II Mission: First Crewed Lunar Journey Since Apollo

NASA's Artemis II Crew Arrives in Florida for Historic Moon Mission

The four astronauts chosen for NASAs Artemis II mission have touched down at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, marking the beginning of final launch preparations for the first crewed lunar journey in over 50 years. NASA...

SpaceX Pivots Toward Moon City as Musk Reframes Long-Term Space Vision

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has revealed a significant shift in the companys near-term space exploration strategy, announcing that SpaceX is now prioritizing the development of a self-growing city on the Moon rather than focusing...

Technology

U.S. Cybersecurity Pushes Faster Patch Deadlines Amid Rising AI-Driven Threats

U.S. cybersecurity officials are exploring significantly shorter deadlines for fixing critical vulnerabilities in government IT systems, driven by growing concerns that hackers are leveraging advanced artificial...

Apple Q2 2026 Earnings Surge as iPhone 17 Sales Drive Record Revenue

Apple delivered a strong fiscal Q2 2026 performance, reporting record-breaking revenue and profit growth fueled by robust iPhone sales and expanding services. The tech giant posted earnings of $2.01 per share on $111.18...

FBI Warns of China’s Expanding Hack-for-Hire Network Amid Extradition Case

The Chinese governments alleged hack-for-hire ecosystem is rapidly expanding and becoming increasingly difficult to control, according to a senior FBI official. Speaking on Thursday, FBI Assistant Director Brett Leatherman...

Taiwan Activates Backup Communications After Undersea Cable Break on Dongyin Island

Taiwan has activated emergency backup communications for Dongyin, its northernmost and strategically important island, after an undersea cable was damaged due to shifting shipwreck debris caused by severe weather. The...

Meta Raises 2026 Capex Outlook Amid AI Spending Surge, Shares Drop After Earnings

Meta Platforms has increased its full-year capital expenditure guidance for 2026, signaling continued aggressive investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure despite rising costs and market concerns. The company...