The Business Council of Australia adopted a mild, collaborative tone at their dinner with the Prime Minister, described by critics as wielding a "wet lettuce" rather than strong criticism.
A slowdown in new wind farm projects threatens Australia’s ability to meet its 2030 renewable energy targets, raising concerns about energy security and costs.
Indonesia’s e-commerce market continues expanding as mobile payments, digital platforms, and logistics networks bring more consumers and small businesses online.
A Winnipeg restaurateur has unexpectedly returned to operate the city’s iconic revolving rooftop restaurant, marking a nostalgic and serendipitous full-circle moment in their career.
Jubail, Saudi Arabia industrial authorities confirmed three worker injuries on August 27, 2026, following a chemical gas leak and minor explosion at a petrochemical plant.
PDD Holdings reported 8% second-quarter revenue growth to 112.36 billion yuan, below estimates, while profit fell 12% amid fierce competition.
Shein’s Hong Kong IPO order book is fully covered, with the company seeking up to $1.8 billion at a valuation near $27 billion.
South Korea’s business sentiment reached its highest level since September 2022 in August, supported by semiconductor strength and recovering services.
Japan plans to study blockchain infrastructure for near-instant settlement of stocks and government bonds, potentially becoming operational in the early 2030s.
Japan’s service-sector inflation reached 3.6% in July, adding pressure from labor costs and strengthening expectations for further monetary tightening.
Indonesia is attracting more Chinese and Hong Kong investment as companies diversify supply chains and expand manufacturing and data-center projects.
Britain's manufacturing sector showed signs of improvement in August, with output and new orders strengthening after earlier weakness. (reuters.com)
U.S. manufacturing activity strengthened in August as new orders and production improved, although employment remained under pressure. (reuters.com)
Singapore's July core inflation rose 2.0% year over year, below expectations, while the economy's 2026 growth outlook was raised to 4.5%-5.5%.
A Reuters survey found that more than 80% of Japanese companies have yet to fully deploy AI, highlighting a cautious corporate transition.
Mazloum Abdi declared the Syrian Democratic Forces dissolved after completing the integration of its fighters into Syria’s national army.
A Japanese cooling booth called the “Do Hiemon Box” is gaining attention as workplaces seek ways to protect workers from extreme summer heat.
Britain's services sector expanded more strongly in August, supported by improving consumer confidence and technology investment tied partly to AI.
Britain is preparing for rising electricity demand from data centers as AI expands, increasing pressure on power infrastructure and renewable generation.
Indonesia is expanding electric public transportation as major cities seek cleaner mobility, lower emissions and more efficient urban travel.
Britain continues expanding offshore wind capacity as renewable projects become increasingly important to electricity supply and energy investment.
U.S. manufacturing expanded in August as new orders and production strengthened, with technology-related demand supporting the industrial recovery.
Japan is considering tax incentives for companies selling non-core businesses, aiming to encourage restructuring and greater industrial efficiency.
More than one million Britons aged 16–24 are neither working nor studying, raising concerns about skills, opportunity and long-term economic participation.