National Grid Beats Estimates as Power Networks Drive Gains
National Grid Plc posted strong full-year profit as the UK utility’s networks business grew in Britain and the
2023-05-18 14:50
Why is the US dollar so strong again?
By Harry Robertson LONDON If investors agree on one thing this year, it's that the dollar is going
2023-05-18 14:19
New Zealand Seen Dodging Recession on Tourism, Cyclone Rebuild
New Zealand will avoid a recession as more tourist arrivals, cyclone recovery and government spending support growth, according
2023-05-18 11:47
Chinese Stocks Make Comeback at Sohn HK Hedge Fund Summit
Hedge funds talked up Chinese vocational schools and a hydropower producer, marking the return of China stock bets
2023-05-18 11:18
Australian Unemployment Climbs, Reducing Rate-Hike Pressure
Australia unemployment unexpectedly increased in April as employers cut jobs — led by full-time roles — reinforcing the
2023-05-18 10:48
Xi Summit to Deepen Central Asian Ties in Split-Screen With G-7
President Xi Jinping will seek to deepen Beijing’s influence in Central Asia at a major summit, reminding a
2023-05-18 09:53
Euro’s Use in International Payments Drops to Three-Year Low
The euro’s use for international payments dropped in April to the lowest in three years as those using
2023-05-18 09:23
Pakistan Braces for Unrest as Imran Khan Fears Another Arrest
Pakistan’s former premier Imran Khan said the police have surrounded his house in eastern city of Lahore to
2023-05-18 09:15
Oil Steadies as US Debt Optimism Offsets Rising Crude Stockpiles
Oil steadied in Asia after jumping almost 3% on Wednesday as optimism the US would resolve its debt-ceiling
2023-05-18 08:56
Micron to Get $1.5 Billion From Japan for Next-Gen Chips
Micron Technology Inc. is poised to land about ¥200 billion ($1.5 billion) in financial incentives from the Japanese
2023-05-18 08:50
Japan’s Imports Fall for the First Time in Over Two Years
Japan’s imports fell for the first time in more than two years as commodity prices softened, cushioning the
2023-05-18 08:29
Asia to Follow US Stock Gains on Debt-Ceiling Bets: Markets Wrap
Asian equities were headed for gains after US stocks rallied on signs of optimism from debt-ceiling talks, allowing
2023-05-18 07:58