Amazon reinstated binding arbitration for U.S. customers and barred class-action lawsuits, making court remedies harder for users.
Russia’s economy has resisted expectations, but rising strain and visible failures are increasingly difficult to conceal.
Hanwha Naval Industries is exploring a deal to acquire a struggling US shipbuilder, aiming to expand capacity and expertise.
Oil prices rose on August 14 after U.S. threats of an indefinite Iran blockade renewed concerns about crude supply through key routes.
U.S. consumer prices barely rose in July, easing some inflation pressure and reducing expectations of an imminent Federal Reserve rate hike.
Indonesia’s rupiah remained sensitive to global interest-rate expectations and capital flows as investors assessed the outlook for U.S. monetary policy.
Indonesia is expanding solar power investment as the country seeks to diversify its electricity system and increase renewable energy capacity.
Indonesia is seeking a larger role in the semiconductor supply chain as global demand for chips and advanced technology continues to grow.
Indonesia’s digital economy continues expanding as e-commerce, digital payments and online services reshape consumer behavior across the country.
Singapore’s maritime sector continued to benefit from strong container traffic and global trade activity, reinforcing its role as a major shipping hub.
Gold remained near US$4,400 an ounce in Singapore trading as investors weighed U.S. interest rates, inflation and global uncertainty.
Singapore-based fast-fashion company Shein is reportedly preparing for a Hong Kong IPO that could value the company at $30–$40 billion.
Singapore raised its 2026 growth forecast to 4.5%–5.5% after second-quarter GDP grew 5.9%, driven partly by strong AI-related demand.
Britain’s economy grew in the second quarter, but businesses continued facing elevated operating and energy costs that could weigh on future activity.
Jaguar Land Rover returned to profit as the automaker reported improved financial performance while navigating changing global demand and industry pressures.
Frasers Group agreed to acquire luxury retailer Harvey Nichols, bringing one of Britain’s best-known department stores into new ownership
Britain’s latest economic data show AI-related activity increasingly contributing to growth as businesses expand investment in technology and automation.
Britain’s economy expanded 0.3% in June and 0.4% in Q2 2026, supported by services and technology despite weaker manufacturing.
Indonesia’s retail activity weakened earlier in 2026, while consumer confidence also eased, pointing to more cautious household spending.
Indonesia’s economy grew 5.29% year over year in Q2 2026, slowing from 5.61% in Q1 as household spending weakened.
Indonesia’s stock exchange prepared the country’s first gold ETF, giving investors market-based exposure to gold without directly holding physical bullion.
U.S. wholesale prices were unchanged in July, while annual producer inflation slowed to 4.7%, easing some pressure around future interest-rate expectations.
Argentina's lithium industry continues attracting investment as global demand for battery materials expands and companies develop projects in the country's northwest.
Rotterdam is expanding digital and clean-energy infrastructure as Europe's largest port adapts logistics and industry to changing global trade patterns.