Japan’s Q1 GDP fell less than first reported on revised capex
Japan’s economy contracted less than initially reported in January-March on upward revisions to capital spending and inventory data, lending modest…
Japan government to call for flexible policy amid price uncertainty, draft blueprint shows
Japan’s government will highlight the need to work closely with the central bank and guide policy “flexibly” in the wake…
Economy, migration, war top voters’ concerns in EU election – survey
The economy, migration and international conflicts were the top concerns for voters in the European Union election, data from the…
Macron’s snap election: A tactical move?
Flash decision The results of Europe’s parliamentary elections have assumed national significance in France, with President Macron announcing the dissolution…
Siemens and BASF collaborate on driving circular economy
Siemens Smart Infrastructure and BASF have today announced the first electrical safety product to include components made from biomass-balanced plastics.…
As China-Philippines spat worsens, US steps up support: Peter Apps
As a joint U.S.-Philippines exercise drew to a close last month, U.S. troops at Basco airport in the northern island…
Federal Reserve preview: More delays
No rate change, with 2024 cuts scaled back to two, possibly even one The US Federal Reserve will keep interest…
The ‘good’ and ‘bad’ news inside the US jobs report
The latest U.S. payrolls report did little to settle the debate about where the job market is headed, with ample…
Greek Banks’s Rise in the Global Ship Finance Market
Challenging bank conditions have been a significant “headwind” in the global ship finance market during 2023. In its latest annual…
Port call optimisation is key to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in ports
Using SMART port technologies to facilitate ‘just in time’ ship arrivals has the potential to reduce greenhouse and pollutant gas…