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BUSINESSSep 17Cargill invests in Thailand featuring automation, AICargill is making investments in Thailand, incorporating automation and artificial intelligence into its operations. This move reflects a trend of technological integration in business and industry.Yahoo Finance
BUSINESSSep 17Hong Kong eyeing gold expansion and Northern Metropolis vaults to cement hub statusHong Kong’s plan to raise its gold holdings will further cement the city’s status as an international financial centre, with the possibility of building vaults in the Northern Metropolis megadevelopment, according to authorities. Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po also said on Thursday the city was under “no pressure” to raise interest rates following a US rate hike, but stressed authorities would “keep a close watch” on the situation. Speaking at a conference the day after the policy address...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 17US tariffs against Russian oil buyers pass: What it means for China, IndiaUS sanctions aim to weaken Russian oil exports, heavily targeting China and India as Moscow's largest energy buyers.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSSep 17China Is Building a Global Infrastructure for Its Cultural IndustriesWhen a cultural industry expands overseas, that usually means exporting content. China is increasingly exporting the infrastructure behind entertainment products.The Diplomat
BUSINESSSep 17India and Vietnam aim to turn ‘China plus one’ rivalry into trade gainsIndia and Vietnam could turn their competition for “China plus one” investments into a complementary partnership, analysts say, combining New Delhi’s scale and technology capabilities with Hanoi’s manufacturing agility and links to East Asian supply chains. Such a shift could deepen both nations’ roles in global production networks across high-value industries – from electronics and pharmaceuticals to renewable energy – while giving companies reliable alternatives as they diversify supply chains...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 17EU asks China to restrict hybrid car exports - reportThe EU has reportedly requested China to limit its exports of hybrid cars. This indicates potential trade tensions or protectionist measures concerning the automotive industry.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 17China, India could face up to 100% U.S. tariffs for buying Russian oilChina and India may face tariffs of up to 100% from the U.S. if they continue to purchase Russian oil. This suggests potential economic repercussions and geopolitical tensions related to energy trade.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 17Treasurers bullish on AI, digital currenciesPETALING JAYA: Treasury teams in Malaysia are increasingly confident about the potential of both artificial intelligence (AI) and digital currencies but remain pragmatic about the operational and infrastructure barriers that stand in the way of wider adoption. These are among the findings from HSBC’s Redefining Treasury in Asia Pacific 2026: Voices of Treasury report, based [...]thesun_my · malaysia
BUSINESSSep 17Hong Kong will lack 130,000 workers by 2028, fewer than projected due to talent policiesHong Kong will be short of 130,000 workers by 2028, about a third less than originally projected, a reduction the city’s labour chief attributed to the development of artificial intelligence and government policies to import labour and top talent. A day after the release of the city’s first five-year plan and annual policy address, Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han said on Thursday that authorities would exempt start-up founders approved under the Top Talent Pass Scheme from...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 17Hong Kong property market gets reprieve on rates, but position remains precariousHong Kong’s property market dodged an immediate hit from the Federal Reserve’s rate hike on Thursday as major local banks kept their prime rates unchanged, but another increase could puncture the market’s relatively fragile recovery, according to industry insiders. The Fed raised its benchmark rate by a quarter point at its latest meeting on Wednesday in the US, but HSBC and other major Hong Kong banks left their prime rates unchanged. The decision should have no immediate impact on the local...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 17Record influx of university graduates pushes China’s youth unemployment rate to 18.9%China’s urban youth unemployment rose last month, as a record influx of university graduates struggles to find work in a job market weighed down by weak domestic demand and the growing adoption of artificial intelligence. The jobless rate for those aged 16 to 24, excluding students, rose to 18.9 per cent in August from 17.9 per cent in July, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics on Thursday. This figure, as well as the identical number from August last year, represents...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 17China cuts US Treasury holdings to lowest level since 2008Gradual unwinding comes as rift deepens between world’s two largest economiesFinancial Times
BUSINESSSep 17Tokyo Game Show opens with more exhibitors from overseas, new entrantsThe Tokyo Game Show kicked off Thursday, marking its 30th anniversary with the expanded presence of exhibitors from overseas as well as more new entrants joining the sector…Japan Today
BUSINESSSep 17GlobalFoundries to run chip factory under Japan-U.S. investment deal - reportGlobalFoundries is reported to operate a chip factory as part of an investment deal between Japan and the U.S.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 17How Hong Kong’s new 5-year plan courts global capital with an eye on market dominanceHong Kong is broadening its equity markets, deepening its offshore yuan business and expanding further into gold trading under its first five-year plan for economic and social development, as the city seeks to defend its standing as Asia’s top financial centre and close the gap with London. Unveiled on Wednesday by Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu alongside his 2026 policy address, the blueprint outlines a package of financial plans to “consolidate and enhance Hong Kong’s status as an...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 17Hong Kong airport records 10% passenger growth as cargo falls for a second monthHong Kong International Airport (HKIA) recorded a roughly 10 per cent increase in passenger traffic in the first eight months of the year, while cargo volume declined for a second consecutive month in August amid weak exports. The airport said passenger numbers rose 10.1 per cent year on year to 44.3 million between January and August, while flight movements increased 3.5 per cent to 269,900. Passenger traffic in August reached 5.86 million, up 3.5 per cent from a year earlier, while flight...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 17GMI Cloud seeks $300M financing for Nvidia chips at Thailand facility: reportA report indicates that GMI Cloud is seeking $300 million in financing to acquire Nvidia chips for its facility in Thailand. This highlights a significant investment in technology infrastructure in the region.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 17Asian markets mixed following Fed rate hike as Trump tariff threats weighAsian markets are experiencing mixed results following a Federal Reserve rate hike, with ongoing tariff threats also influencing the situation. This indicates economic uncertainty and how global policy decisions affect financial markets.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 17HSBC axes $38,000 school fee perk for new Hong Kong bankersLongstanding subsidy had been used to attract senior staff to Asian financial hubFinancial Times
BUSINESSSep 17Hong Kong to support rocket, satellite IPOs as SpaceX-led sector takes offHong Kong aims to adjust listing rules to grab a share of initial public offerings (IPOs) by mainland China’s space companies as activity in the sector increases in line with Beijing’s priorities and heightened activity in the sector following the blockbuster June listing by Elon Musk’s SpaceX. That could lead to more head-to-head competition between the Hong Kong stock exchange and the Shanghai Stock Exchange, which is now drawing a majority of such listing applications, including commercial...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 17Casino, not bakery: Philippine e-payment firms urged to improve merchant vettingElectronic payment providers need to be more diligent in vetting companies that use their platforms to protect people from fraud, the Philippine central bank said. The requirement came after Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas found thousands of illegal businesses on the payment platforms, including many online casinos masquerading as more ordinary companies like beauty salons and bakeries. “We want to protect consumers from online fraud, illegal activities and also from money launderers,” Deputy...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 17Asian currencies weaken on US rate rise and high oil pricesFed increase adds to pressure on central bank to tighten monetary policyFinancial Times
BUSINESSSep 17EU asks China to voluntarily limit car exportsMove comes as cheaper Chinese vehicles flood European marketFinancial Times
BUSINESSSep 17Japan’s corporate leaders sound alarm over weak yen — even dollar-earners are voicing concernsWhile the Japanese yen has strengthened rapidly over the past two weeks, it remains weak in historical terms.CNBC
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