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BUSINESSAug 26Ponds of prosperity -- Beijing ReviewThe article from Beijing Review discusses 'ponds of prosperity,' suggesting a focus on economic development or strategies. This points to commentary on economic growth, likely within China.bjreview.com · China
BUSINESSAug 26As more expats flock to Hong Kong, luxury home rents poised for further upswingHong Kong’s growing number of expatriates is boosting the city’s residential property leasing market with luxury rents likely to rise by about 5 per cent this year and continue their upswing in 2027, according to property consultancy JLL. The private residential rental index by the Rating and Valuation Department had surged by 18.5 per cent as of June to 205.8 from the Covid-19 pandemic trough in January 2023, which was 173.6, marking the first sustained breach of the 200 threshold. “Hong Kong’s...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 26China’s YMTC aims to overtake Samsung and SK Hynix in flash memory raceYMTC sets out Nand production ambitions in investor meetings for $5bn Shanghai IPOFinancial Times
BUSINESSAug 26Japanese Market Notably LowerThe Japanese market is reported to be notably lower, indicating a significant downturn in its performance. This could affect investors and the broader economy.rttnews.com · United States
BUSINESSAug 26China’s new challenger in Arctic sea tradeSeoul hopes polar sea highway will reduce reliance on chokepoints such as Hormuz and revive ailing city of BusanFinancial Times
BUSINESSAug 26Japan corporate services inflation accelerates in JulyCorporate services inflation in Japan accelerated in July. This indicates a rise in the cost of services for businesses within the Japanese economy.finance.yahoo.com · United States
BUSINESSAug 25US cement imports from Vietnam hit record in 1HUS cement imports from Vietnam reached a record high in the first half of the year. This indicates a significant trend in international trade and US construction supply.argusmedia.com · United States
BUSINESSAug 25China reappears in the focus of the White House's tariff attackIt is revealed that Donald Trump is considering imposing an additional 7.5% tariff on Beijing under the pretext that it is flooding the country with ridiculously priced products. The US president has a summit scheduled with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping possibly in September.Clarín
BUSINESSAug 25BTC Digital rallies another 21% amid Vietnam AI data center MOUBTC Digital's stock rallied by 21% following an MOU regarding an AI data center in Vietnam. This indicates significant movement in the company's market value tied to its international business ventures.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 25How mainland Chinese engineers can help Hong Kong firms bridge talent gapMainland China’s vast pool of engineers can help Hong Kong companies expand, bridge their talent gap and scale up operations, industry leaders have said. They shared their insights during a six-day media tour of the Greater Bay Area organised by the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office. The itinerary included a research institute in Guangzhou’s Nansha district, a cargo facility and a university in Dongguan, a major industrial city in Guangdong province. Among the key stops was the Guangzhou HKUST...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 25Super Micro Surges 8% as Taiwan Indicts Employees but Not the Company, Dell Climbs 4%Super Micro's stock surged after Taiwan indicted employees but not the company, while Dell also saw gains. This news reflects market reactions to legal developments affecting major tech companies.Yahoo Finance
BUSINESSAug 25Roundup : Senegal eyes more processed exports to China under zero - tariff policySenegal is looking to increase its processed exports to China, leveraging a zero-tariff policy. This move aims to boost economic ties and trade between the two nations.bignewsnetwork.com · United States
BUSINESSAug 25To rein in big global firms , Korea needs more than fines , says Epic Games CEOThe CEO of Epic Games suggests that South Korea requires more than just fines to effectively regulate large global corporations. This statement offers a perspective on current regulatory approaches.english.hani.co.kr · South Korea
BUSINESSAug 25China needs U.S. dollars but is building a hedge against Washington’s sanctionsThe U.S. can pressure Chinese banks over Iran through access to its financial system, while Beijing is building alternatives such as CIPS.CNBC
BUSINESSAug 25United expands international itinerary with 10 new cities across Europe, JapanUnited Airlines is expanding its international routes by adding service to 10 new cities in Europe and Japan. This signifies growth in the airline's global network and offerings.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 25Hong Kong jewellery shop slapped with 30-day tour group ban over coerced salesHong Kong’s tourism watchdog has suspended a jewellery shop from receiving tour groups for 30 days after finding it failed to stop a guide from coercing mainland Chinese visitors into making purchases. The Travel Industry Authority (TIA) said on Tuesday that Kaiser Jewellery International would be barred from receiving any inbound tour group visitors from Wednesday until September 24. “The authority adopts a zero-tolerance approach towards coerced shopping and any conduct that damages the...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 25Hong Kong power firms to raise fuel charges from September amid geopolitical tensionsHong Kong’s two electricity suppliers will raise fuel-related charges from next month, citing geopolitical tensions and volatility in international energy markets. As electricity costs rise, CLP Power and HK Electric have introduced rebate and relief schemes as grass-roots households face higher air-conditioning expenses after a summer with an unusually large number of very hot days. HK Electric, which supplies electricity mainly to Hong Kong Island and Lamma Island, said on Tuesday that its...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 25Unitree’s 45% post-IPO plunge raises concerns over China’s robotics bubbleA substantial post-IPO stock plunge for Unitree is raising concerns about a potential bubble in China's robotics industry, suggesting market volatility and investor apprehension within the sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 25Hong Kong exports jump 50.7% in July, driven by growth in AI-related electronicsHong Kong exports surged by 50.7 per cent year on year in July, driven by “impressive growth” in artificial intelligence-related electronic products, with the government expecting the robust demand to continue supporting trade development despite geopolitical risks. Provisional figures released by the Census and Statistics Department on Tuesday showed that the value of exports jumped to HK$672.5 billion (US$86.2 billion) last month after a 53.4 per cent rise in June. A government spokesman...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 25Nvidia, Supermicro employees charged over export of AI servers to ChinaTaiwanese authorities indict nine people over alleged chip smuggling scheme.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSAug 25KKR to acquire Japanese beauty platform Ci FLAVORS from L Catterton and FoundersSeeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 25Global Times : What does China 4 . 7 percent growth in the first half of 2026 tell us ? Zhong Caiwen articleAn article from Global Times by Zhong Caiwen discusses the implications of China's 4.7 percent economic growth in the first half of 2026. This analyzes future economic trends for China.manilatimes.net · Philippines
BUSINESSAug 25South Korea’s Hyundai, union agree on tentative wage deal after rare full-day strikeSouth Korean carmaker Hyundai Motor and the union representing its workers have reached a tentative deal on wages and bonuses, both sides said on Tuesday after a rare full-day strike. Around 40,000 employees of a roughly 73,000-strong domestic workforce at the country’s largest carmaker walked off the job on Friday, according to union figures, in the first such action for a decade. The union said on Monday that it had returned to talks with the company and had postponed shorter strikes planned...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 25How full equity buyouts could help China’s cooling bubble tea sector turn a new leafFuelled by the recent bubble tea boom and an intensely competitive market, financial investors have shown growing interest in the sector’s major brands, shifting their playbook from early-stage bets and initial public offering subscriptions to full equity buyouts. Growth of mid to high single digits was now expected for the industry in China, down from the double-digit growth projected in previous years, analysts said. The slowdown followed years of capital being raised and deployed to chase the...South China Morning Post