The year 2024 has emerged as a remarkable period for China's bond market, showcasing robust performance that stands out on the global stage. When compared to major asset classes worldwide, Chinese gov...
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Visionox Boosts R&D Investment
The realm of display technology is perpetually evolving, and at its forefront are the materials that give screens their vibrant hues and life-like quality. One of the recent advancements in this field...
Resilience and Vitality in Sub-Saharan Africa
In recent years, the economic profile of sub-Saharan Africa has been rising on the global stage, reflecting a shift in focus towards this vibrant region. Projections for 2024 indicate that the economi...
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US Stocks Decline as Dollar Strengthens
As the financial markets continue to showcase their volatility, recent developments in the U.S. stock market have left investors wary of a potential downturn. The major indices have experienced a seri...
Russia's Inflation Easing Gradually
The recent decision by the Central Bank of Russia to keep its key interest rate at 21% in the face of widespread market expectations for further hikes is a telling indicator of the complexities surrou...
Record High Exports for South Korea Last Year
In the midst of global economic fluctuations expected in 2024, South Korea has remarkably showcased its strength in international trade, earning the title "the global trade canary." On January 1, the ...
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Europe's 2024 Shopping Season Cools
As the end of the year approaches, one would typically expect the festive spirit of New Year’s shopping to fill the air across Europe. However, the 2024 shopping season reveals a starkly different nar...
Fed Balance Sheet Shrinks, Reserves Plunge to Record Low
Recent developments from the Federal Reserve have stirred significant discourse regarding the state of the U.S. banking system and its reserve levels. As of January 1, it was reported that bank reserv...
Accelerating the Fed's Balance Sheet Reduction
As the financial landscape continues to unfold, recent indicators from the Federal Reserve have sparked significant discussions among economists and market analysts. The Fed's latest report reveals a ...
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Microsoft Pours $80 Billion into AI Computing
On January 3rd, Pacific Time, Brad Smith, the President of Microsoft, made a significant announcement regarding the company’s ambitious plans to invest a staggering $80 billion into artificial intelli...
Cambodia Sees New Year Spending Boom
As the clock struck midnight on December 31, 2024, the capital city of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, was alive with energy and celebration as thousands gathered in front of the majestic Royal Palace. In that ...
Investing in 2025: Where to Put Your Money
Let me share an intriguing tale that reflects on contemporary consumer behavior and the socio-economic dynamics at play in modern society. Recently, during the double eleven shopping festival, I made ...