Japan markets plunged after an extended New Year’s break, with stocks reacting to the New Year’s earthquake and Japan Airlines’ collision at Tokyo’s Haneda airport.
Fed officials in December saw rate cuts likely, but path highly uncertain, minutes show
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released minutes from its Dec. 12-13 policy meeting.
Indonesians head to the polls in February. Here are key issues dominating the elections
Indonesia is headed into weeks of political campaigning and debates before choosing its next president, vice president and members of parliament in February.
Climate change has forced millions to flee their homes — and Asia is ‘not prepared’
As climate disasters worsen, more people are being displaced from their homes. This is especially so in Asia, a region that’s not prepared for what is to come.
Maersk shares surge after shipping firm extends Red Sea pause, freight rates rise
Goldman Sachs upgraded the stock to “neutral,” citing the impact on ocean freight rates.
Names in Jeffrey Epstein court documents unsealed
More than 150 names of people connected to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein are contained in New York federal court documents that will be made public.
Killing of senior Hamas leader in Lebanon stokes fears of Gaza war spreading beyond enclave
The killing of a senior Hamas leader in Lebanon’s capital of Beirut has sparked fears that the war in Gaza could spread far beyond the Palestinian enclave.
Copper could skyrocket over 75% to record highs by 2025 — brace for deficits, analysts say
Copper prices are poised to hit $15,000 on the back of mining supply disruptions amid higher demand for the red metal.
Stock futures are little changed after Nasdaq registers worst day since October: Live updates
The tech-heavy index slid to begin the new year on Tuesday.
Oil prices fall as traders monitor rising tensions in Red Sea
Oil prices were volatile Tuesday after Iran dispatched a warship to the Red Sea, as the situation remains tense in the critical waterway for global shipments.