The latest Hong Kong government Silver Bonds offering drew record subscription levels in both volume and value. By the 2pm Friday deadline, investors had submitted 478,000 bids for HK$119.8 billion (US$15.28 billion) of bonds, as elderly residents sought returns above bank-deposit rates.
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South China Morning PostOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 12:26
Prized salmon sold for a record price of more than $1,200 per kilogram at the first auction of the season in Hokkaido, northern Japan.
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NHK WORLD-JAPANOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-09-04 12:15
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said 94% of the country’s oil exports are now sent to friendly nations. Russia remained China’s leading supplier, with exports to the country up 25% in the first seven months of 2026.
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TASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 12:14
Russia now directs 94% of its oil exports to friendly countries, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said. He said Middle Eastern supply disruptions amid worsening military and political tensions had highlighted Russian companies’ role as reliable providers, while exports to China rose 25% in the first seven months of the year.
Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said Russia-China trade has grown more than 50-fold over 30 years and now significantly exceeds $200 billion. China accounts for 34% of Russia’s total trade, while bilateral trade rose 26% year-on-year in the first seven months of 2026.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 12:13
Australia’s securities regulator is giving crypto businesses that require financial-services authorization until Sept. 30 to enter a licensing or compliance pathway, notify ASIC of an application, or wind down. From Oct. 1, firms that have not met the relevant conditions will lose the temporary no-action protection and could face civil or criminal penalties.
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CryptoSlateOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 12:10
Gazprom CEO Alexey Miller says the company has raised combined gas deliveries to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan by nearly 70% this year. He also says the Kharasavey field on the Yamal Peninsula is nearing launch.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 11:51
Gazprom CEO Alexey Miller said foreign partners working with Russian gas would feel confident this winter. He highlighted expanding cooperation with China, where Power of Siberia supplies are reaching new daily records, and said a Far Eastern gas export pipeline is due to enter service in January 2027 on schedule.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 11:47
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said Russia and China are discussing the Power of Baikal gas pipeline, previously called Power of Siberia 2, and have agreed to continue preparing a supply contract. He also said most independent Russian fuel stations are receiving supplies, while diesel exports remain suspended pending inventory levels and no changes to the damping mechanism are planned.
Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang urged deeper energy cooperation with Russia while co-chairing the 23rd meeting of the China-Russia Energy Cooperation Committee in Vladivostok with Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak. The sides reviewed cooperation across oil, gas, coal, electricity, renewables and nuclear power, reached broad consensus and signed the meeting minutes.
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CGTNOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 11:47
Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulated the eighth China-Russia Energy Business Forum in Vladivostok, saying bilateral energy cooperation has produced fruitful results and supported both countries’ development. He said China is ready to deepen cooperation with Russia and jointly protect the stability and smooth operation of energy industry and supply chains. Russian President Vladimir Putin also sent a message.
Chinese President Xi Jinping sent congratulations to the 8th China-Russia Energy Business Forum in Vladivostok, saying bilateral strategic coordination and energy cooperation have maintained strong momentum. He said China is ready to deepen energy ties with Russia and jointly protect the stability of energy industrial and supply chains. Russian President Vladimir Putin also sent a message.
A Tennessee factory Washington hoped to protect to strengthen the U.S. semiconductor supply chain could close after new trade measures from the Trump administration drove away its last two customers, sources familiar with the situation said.
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ReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 11:35
Russia supplied China with 67 million metric tons of oil in the first seven months of 2026, bringing its share of Chinese imports to a record 23%, Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said. Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak put the increase in Russian oil deliveries at 25%. Sechin also said Russia accounted for about 30% of China’s natural gas supplies in 2025.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 11:33
An analysis of six years of bitcoin data finds that the nonfarm payrolls report is not a major driver of price moves.
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CoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 11:29
The IMF says El Salvador has used no public funds to accumulate bitcoin since June 2025, with the purchases financed by private donations.
TThe BlockOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 11:28
Crypto companies are urging the SEC to accelerate ETF reviews and permit confidential draft filings. Jane Street and Charles Schwab, by contrast, raised concerns that rushed launches and confidential submissions could limit market scrutiny.
TThe BlockOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 11:21
Global money market funds recorded their largest inflow in nearly a month in the week through September 2. Escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and a selloff in global bonds led investors to hold more cash and favor shorter-duration debt.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 11:15
Analysts say rising prices and opposition to the war could pressure Donald Trump to pursue de-escalation before the November 3 midterm elections. As the US and Iran exchange attacks, an escalation could hurt Republicans’ chances of retaining their narrow congressional majorities, while Washington continues economic pressure and keeps further military action on the table.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 11:12
Escalating conflict in the Middle East and Russia’s extended diesel export ban have pushed diesel prices in the UK and US up by about 10% in less than a week. Farmers face sharply higher costs for vehicles and machinery, with UK red diesel at about £1.10 a litre and US pump prices reaching a record $5.85 a gallon.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance comments on Iran and interest rates as investors shift their attention to the August jobs report scheduled for release Friday.
As Trump takes a harder line on negotiations, Tehran remains determined to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, sustaining the escalation between the US and Iran.
Vice President JD Vance played down the scale of the Iran conflict, saying he would not call it a “war” because major combat operations ended several weeks ago. His characterization comes as military strikes in the region have recently intensified and could trigger a midterm backlash.
Oil prices surged again this week after several weeks of relative stability following the renewed fighting. Iran continues to maintain a stranglehold over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, which handles roughly 20% of global oil shipping.
South Korea is considering sending military assets to the Strait of Hormuz to support freedom of navigation, according to media reports, although Seoul says no deployment decision has been made. Iran struck US military targets in the Gulf in retaliation for a Tuesday night attack that killed four people at a wedding.
U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said he misspoke after incorrectly saying that no American service members had died during the war in Iran.
As the war in Iran enters its seventh month and attacks intensify, Vice President JD Vance said he would not call the conflict a war.
The United States says it will not hold talks with Iran until attacks on ships end. Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref vows an “asymmetrical” and “multi-layered” response to US attacks.
US President Donald Trump says victory over Iran is near and declares the American operation a success. He says the US has already won because Iran cannot obtain a nuclear weapon, claims Iran has been set back 25 years, and asserts that Washington controls the Strait of Hormuz. The US resumed large-scale strikes on Iran on July 8 after an earlier cessation of hostilities.
US Vice President JD Vance said Chinese authorities have responded to some Washington requests linked to its recently declared “economic war” on Iran. He said China appeared willing to cooperate on isolating Iran, while acknowledging it had not done everything the US asked. China’s Commerce Ministry said Beijing would resist US sanctions on trade with Iran.
Vice President Vance said the ongoing conflict with Iran does not amount to a war, arguing that major combat operations ended months ago. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez reports on his remarks.
Human rights activist Majid Sadeghpour says Iran’s leaders prefer continued confrontation with the United States and Gulf neighbors because conflict diverts public attention from economic hardship and opposition to the regime. He argues the government fears a domestic uprising more than foreign military action, while Iran continues to be accused of attacking commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz despite an agreement not to do so.
US Vice President JD Vance said Washington could use covert subversive operations to pressure Iran, adding that economic, military, diplomatic and covert measures were all on the table. The US and Israel launched a war against Iran on February 28, and Washington later resumed large-scale strikes, accusing Tehran of violating agreements over the Strait of Hormuz.
US Vice President JD Vance declined to predict when the US-Israeli war on Iran would end, while questioning whether the conflict should be called a war. He defended US operations, blamed Iran for disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and said the military was investigating a reported strike on a wedding party in Sirik, Iran, which allegedly killed at least five people and injured nearly 70.
US Vice President JD Vance declined to say whether Washington would end its war with Iran before the November midterm elections. He said there would be no artificial timeline and argued that the current phase should not be called a war because there is no active shooting. Vance also said only US action can ensure Iran does not disrupt global energy markets.
A senior Iranian source told TASS that battlefield conditions show Iran is ready for a prolonged confrontation with the United States. The source said Iranian forces have been fighting enemy forces since the 12-day war in June 2025 and would respond resolutely to continued military, economic, political and security pressure.
A cross-border parcel hub in Yiwu, Zhejiang Province, processed more than $450 million in exports during the first eight months of the year, exceeding the total for all of last year by more than twofold. The center handles nearly 10,000 packages daily for over 30 countries and regions, with new customs and smart-supervision measures speeding shipments and cutting costs.
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China News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 11:11
The Iran war has pushed fuel costs above their previous 2022 peak, intensifying inflationary pressures ahead of November’s midterm elections.
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Financial TimesOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 11:08
EQT has agreed to a $2bn acquisition of insurance broker McGill, the latest example of private equity investing in the insurance sector.
FFinancial TimesOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 11:05
Record debt stress is pushing more Argentines toward app-based loans. In Buenos Aires, delivery riders whose motorcycles are confiscated by traffic authorities may need expensive digital credit to return to work, deepening a debt cycle that ties gig workers to the apps they depend on for income.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 11:05
The CFTC has asked a federal court to dismiss CME’s challenge to Kalshi’s Bitcoin perpetual contract. The dispute concerns whether a contract without a fixed expiration belongs under US futures rules, and could influence how perpetual-style products expand from crypto into oil and other regulated markets.
CCryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 11:00
The UK is expected to approve the Jackdaw gasfield in the North Sea within weeks, a move likely to face fierce opposition from climate scientists and environmental campaigners.
FFinancial TimesOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 11:00
The manager of Norway’s $2.3 trillion sovereign wealth fund has proposed a major reduction in its exposure to U.S. Treasuries as part of a broader restructuring of bond investments aimed at improving returns, according to a letter published this week.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 11:00
Norway’s $2.3 trillion investment fund plans to reduce its U.S. Treasury holdings, saying it can diversify into new areas offering greater risk and returns.
Higher bond yields reflect stronger growth led by artificial intelligence, suggesting that market participants are not left exposed.
FFinancial TimesOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 11:00
Serbia wants to extend its gas supply agreement with Russia for the long term, according to Aleksandar Vulin, chairman of Srbijagas’ supervisory board. He called the extension one of Serbia’s most important issues and said Russia had consistently been a reliable, predictable and stable supplier.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 10:50
The South African rand was little changed in early Friday trading as investors awaited highly anticipated U.S. jobs data for indications about the Federal Reserve’s next interest-rate decision.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 10:45
Gazprom CEO Alexey Miller says Russia’s underground gas storage facilities are already 90% filled ahead of winter. Gazprom plans to raise operational reserves to 73.296 billion cubic meters this year, a record for Russia’s gas industry, while Russian and Belarusian consumers can feel confident about the coming winter.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 10:42
Diesel prices have reached an all-time high as wars in Iran and Ukraine constrain global supply. For U.S. consumers, higher diesel costs are likely to raise retail prices for goods ranging from produce and toys to lumber and apparel.
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NBC NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 10:41
The average US diesel price has reached a record $5.85 a gallon, up from $3.71 a year ago, as the Iran conflict drives wholesale oil prices higher. Rising fuel costs are angering voters, while the Trump administration is seeking to lower prices through a major oil agreement with Venezuela.
Zcash briefly climbed above $1,020 as a sharp rally forced traders betting against the token to exit leveraged positions, leaving short sellers with $34 million in losses.
CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 10:40
Draft regulations show India plans to require battery storage for all new government solar and wind projects from July 2027. The measure is intended to allow green electricity to be stored and dispatched when needed.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 10:40
OpenReserve Holdings has received preliminary approval from the OCC for a national bank charter. The proposed bank will focus on onchain settlement, after raising $25 million in seed funding.
TThe BlockOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 10:18
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency granted a provisional charter to the new full-service bank OpenReserve, adding it to the growing group of crypto-native institutions.
Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said the United States had sparked a global “copper race” by imposing export duties and accelerating efforts to build copper reserves, sending prices to record highs. He said Russia doubled copper and copper-concentrate supplies to China last year, while ore and concentrate shipments also doubled in the first seven months of this year.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 10:16
J.P. Morgan and BNP Paribas said they expect the European Central Bank to raise rates by another 25 basis points in December. Persistent inflation risks and elevated energy prices are reinforcing the case for additional tightening.
RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 10:05
Nearly 46% of EU household spending goes on food, housing and energy, and transport — essentials needed for daily life, commuting and keeping the lights on. That leaves consumers more deliberate about where they spend on enjoyment.
EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 10:03
Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said the Hormuz crisis exposed the importance of alternative logistics routes for the global energy system. He identified the Northern Sea Route as a critical corridor and said China could receive priority access because of the special relationship between Russia and China.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 10:01
A foreclosure sale in Lan Kwai Fong and a cancelled shop transaction in North Point show how weak consumer spending is weighing on Hong Kong’s retail property market. Analysts expect pressure to persist through year-end. A Lan Kwai Fong property formerly occupied by Insomnia recently sold for 60 per cent less than its 2015 value.
SSouth China Morning PostOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 10:00
Bitcoin moved above $81,000, breaking through the level that had capped its gains in late August. Zcash rose 16% and Dash gained 19% as privacy coins led a broad cryptocurrency rally.
CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 09:57
The administration of US President Donald Trump says it will launch a national program to train workers in applying AI and other advanced technologies, with the aim of boosting domestic manufacturing.
NNHK WORLD-JAPANOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 09:51
Bitcoin rose above $82,000 intraday on Sept. 3, moving past the roughly $81,800 50-week moving average that Galaxy Research identifies as a bear-market ceiling. Four of five comparable completed bear markets bottomed after the first successful weekly reclaim, but the 2021–2022 exception saw two reclaims before a fresh low. A weekly close above the line is still required.
CCryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 09:50
Industry data showed that new car sales in Britain climbed nearly 14% year on year in August, extending growth to a ninth consecutive month. Attention is now shifting to September, when new registrations are expected to lift sales further.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 09:50
Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said China overcame the oil supply crisis in the Strait of Hormuz through early reserve-building, large-scale electrification and its strategic partnership with Russia. He said the approach, centered on “security through self-sufficiency,” would continue under China’s 15th Five-Year Plan.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 09:49
The IMF says all bitcoin added to El Salvador’s official holdings since June 2025 came from private donations, with no public money used to build up the reserve.
CCoinDeskOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 09:47
South Korea plans to begin tokenizing all types of securities in three stages from 2027. Its eventual goal is to let participants settle tokenized securities onchain using stablecoins.
TThe BlockOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 09:46
South Korean financial regulators have released a phased plan to move traditional capital markets onto distributed ledgers, culminating in settlement through onchain stablecoins.
Japan’s Finance Ministry says government ministries and agencies have requested a record total of more than 143 trillion yen for the fiscal 2027 general-account budget, equivalent to about 915 billion dollars.
NNHK WORLD-JAPANOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 09:46
Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said China has gained estimated cumulative economic savings of more than $27 billion since 2022 by purchasing Russian crude more cost-effectively than Middle Eastern alternatives. He said Russia and China’s positions in the global economy and energy sector provide a strong foundation for bilateral synergy.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 09:41
European shares edged lower on Friday ahead of closely watched U.S. jobs data, while Volkswagen stock rallied after the automaker announced a major transformation plan.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 09:40
Volkswagen shares rose 6% on Friday after the company announced plans to eliminate another 50,000 jobs as part of its transformation plan, amid tariff pressures and competition from China.
Volkswagen plans to eliminate a further 50,000 jobs worldwide.
Volkswagen employs nearly 630,000 people and is preparing to cut 50,000 more jobs worldwide after previous reductions. Its oversized workforce reflects extensive in-house production, years of brand acquisitions and costly German operations, while a slow shift to electric vehicles has left the carmaker under pressure from Chinese competitors. The company also wants to close four German factories, though its supervisory board has not yet approved immediate implementation.
German carmaker Volkswagen says management and unions have agreed to eliminate another 50,000 jobs by the end of the decade, taking total job losses to 100,000 in the company’s biggest industry shake-up.
Volkswagen’s supervisory board approved a sweeping overhaul involving 50,000 additional job cuts, fewer models and a smaller industrial footprint. The decision gives CEO Oliver Blume his clearest mandate yet to reshape Europe’s biggest automaker.
Volkswagen’s board has approved another 50,000 job cuts under a broad turnaround plan, taking the group’s planned reductions by 2030 to 100,000. The carmaker blamed falling sales, weaker profits and intensifying competition, particularly from Chinese brands, and said it is reviewing capacity and possible alternative uses at several plants.
Volkswagen Group says it plans to eliminate 50,000 jobs and reduce its vehicle offerings by half. The German automaker is under pressure from intensifying Chinese competition in Europe and tariff costs on shipments to the United States.
Volkswagen said Thursday it will eliminate another 50,000 jobs worldwide in the biggest restructuring in its 89-year history. The German automaker is under pressure from US tariffs, excess capacity and fierce Chinese competition, while the plan outlines the future of four German plants.
Volkswagen says it will eliminate 100,000 jobs by the end of the decade, including 50,000 additional cuts on top of those already agreed. The reductions equal about 15% of its global workforce. The automaker also plans restructuring and major research investment, while warning that the futures of four German plants cannot be guaranteed.
Volkswagen’s supervisory board approved a transformation plan on Thursday that includes cutting another 50,000 jobs as the group seeks to counter painful tariffs, excess capacity and aggressive Chinese rivals.
Volkswagen AG’s supervisory board approved a comprehensive restructuring program called “Future Plan 2030.” The company said the plan is essential to restoring competitiveness and securing the group’s future.
Volkswagen said on Thursday that it is targeting a 9% operating margin by 2030, up from 3.8% in the first half of 2026. The goal is part of a sweeping turnaround plan approved by the group’s supervisory board late Thursday.
Volkswagen has approved plans to eliminate a further 50,000 jobs by 2030, bringing expected cuts to 100,000, or about 15% of its workforce. The German carmaker will halve its model range, while the future of four plants in Germany cannot be guaranteed into the 2030s, amid Chinese competition, weaker China sales and US tariffs.
Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said China effectively took over OPEC’s role in stabilizing the global oil market this year by cutting oil imports by 5.5 million barrels per day. He said China’s 1.4 billion barrels in reserves give it leverage, and further growth will strengthen its energy-market role as OPEC’s influence declines.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 09:39
Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said expanding Chinese fuel reserves would strengthen the country’s position in the global oil market, while OPEC’s influence and membership would diminish. He described China as having evolved from a major energy consumer and importer into an active market leader.
According to business daily Kommersant, shoppers at large malls in European Russia are directing more of their spending toward groceries. Sampa, which manages Sberbank’s malls, found grocery spending rose from 22% to 24% over the past year, while non-food spending fell from 8% to 5%. Experts linked the shift to declining purchasing power and stronger focus on essentials.
MMeduzaOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 09:37
India will conclude a trade agreement with the US only if Washington offers tariff terms that give Indian exporters an edge over competitors, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said. His remarks point to preferential tariff treatment as a central obstacle in the protracted negotiations.
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Bloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 09:30
Oura has made public its filing to list on the Nasdaq. The smart-ring company reported $1.21bn in revenue and $60.8m in profit in the nine months to 30 June, while its subscription base doubled to 5 million users. Its valuation is expected to exceed the $11bn reached in last year’s fundraising.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 09:29
Russia-China settlements are already conducted almost entirely in rubles and yuan, Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said. He highlighted the diversification of international payment instruments and called for further improvements to infrastructure and tools supporting national-currency clearing and correspondent accounts.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 09:10
Greek marine fisheries caught more than 42,000 tonnes of fishery products in 2025, worth €166.6 million. The Northern Aegean accounted for slightly more than two-thirds of production, with anchovy the dominant catch.
EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 09:04
Friday’s jobs report is expected to offer a key reading on the U.S. economy as consumers cope with elevated inflation and central bankers consider a possible interest-rate increase.
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ABC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 09:01
Only six weeks after the yen fell to a four-decade low against the dollar, its fortunes appear to be turning. A range of factors is finally unsettling aggressive traders who had spent years betting against the Japanese currency.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 09:00
After the Netherlands moved gold out of the US and Canada over geopolitical concerns, attention has turned to whether Hong Kong can benefit as central banks reconsider where to store bullion. Singapore, a rival, is expected to launch central-bank gold-vaulting services in October as it seeks to strengthen its position as an Asian gold-trading hub.
SSouth China Morning PostOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 09:00
The August jobs report is expected to indicate that weak hiring continued through the summer, following a contraction of 23,000 jobs in the labor market the previous month.
NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 09:00
Some Nova Scotia artists have stopped selling their work to U.S. customers after President Donald Trump introduced a 50 per cent tariff on nearly $28 billion worth of Canadian goods, including original art.
CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 09:00
US bitcoin ETFs recorded $731 million in one day, their largest inflow since January. Analysts attributed the substantial movement of capital into bitcoin products to dovish remarks by Fed Governor Christopher Waller.
TThe BlockOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 08:47
The average US diesel price has reached a record $5.85 per gallon for the first time, as the Iran war disrupts fuel flows.
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The Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 08:44
More Gen Z people are losing faith in pensions and becoming convinced that they will never be able to stop working.
EeuronewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 08:43
The Philippine peso fell to an all-time low of 62.71 to the US dollar on Friday, extending a decline of about 6 percent since the start of the year. Higher oil prices linked to the Iran war, a stronger dollar, rising US Treasury yields, fiscal and trade deficits, and elevated inflation are weighing on the currency. The government says the central bank may intervene, while remittances offer some support.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 08:38
Sudden departures from several of India’s leading private banks in recent months have highlighted shortcomings in succession planning. Investors are questioning whether the lenders can remain committed to their long-term business strategies.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 08:35
The EU says it wants to end its dependence on China for critical raw materials. Nora Kürzdörfer of the Munich Security Conference argues that the next Multiannual Financial Framework will test whether Brussels is serious about European sovereignty.
EeuronewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 08:32
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said Russia has become one of the top three LNG suppliers to China, with seaborne volumes rising more than 50-fold over the past decade. He said Chinese companies are involved in major Arctic projects in Russia and that the Northern Sea Route is important for opening an additional energy-shipping route to China.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 08:25
Russia and China are developing a joint project to extract and liquefy gas in the Arctic, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said. He added that the two countries are also developing an ethane-containing gas processing facility on the Baltic Sea.
The Reserve Bank of India was seen selling dollars near the start of Friday’s session to cushion the rupee from pressure caused by rising oil prices, according to two traders.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 08:25
A sharp global sell-off is sweeping through bond markets, sending ripples across consumers and investors. The report explains how changes in the bond market can affect people in Canada.
CCBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 08:00
AMC shares rose 21% overnight after its CEO criticized Robinhood for offering what he called “outrageous” tokenized shares. OpenAI had previously made a similar complaint, saying it had not authorized the transfer of its shares.
TThe BlockOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 07:59
AMC CEO Adam Aron said the company has no connection to Robinhood’s tokenized shares, reviving questions about how stocks are brought onto the blockchain.
Chinese banks have purchased U.S. Treasuries in recent months after raising rates on dollar deposits, according to people familiar with the matter. The moves could help temper gains in the yuan as U.S. yields surge.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 07:50
Financial pressure on some of Indonesia’s largest state-owned construction companies, linked to former President Joko Widodo’s infrastructure drive, could force current leader Prabowo Subianto’s sovereign wealth fund Danantara to spend more restructuring them. That may leave less capacity for new investments.
BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 07:45
Russian stocks opened higher on Friday, with the MOEX and RTS indices each gaining 1.69% to 2,252.1 and 816.53 points. Their gains later narrowed to 1.19%, while the yuan continued to weaken against the ruble.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 07:40
Every fund in the Bitcoin ETF group gained nearly 6% on Thursday, pushing combined net assets above $103 billion for the first time. BlackRock’s IBIT represented well over half of the inflows.
CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 07:34
Some Chinese rare earth suppliers are refusing to ship to the United States because they fear repercussions from Beijing, according to three sources. The situation highlights continued U.S. concerns over access to the materials weeks before President Xi Jinping is due to visit Washington.
RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 07:25
Ukraine’s finance chief, Marchenko, told Euronews exclusively that the country is facing its most severe budget constraints since the full-scale war began in 2022. He also urged the revival of frozen Russian assets under a new custodianship plan.
EeuronewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-04 07:21
The Minutes Reader extension turns the original page into a focused reading view and translates articles and video subtitles on demand. It is in limited beta.
