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BUSINESSAug 10Specific financial mechanism proposed for Vietnam RailwaysA specific financial mechanism has been proposed for Vietnam Railways, aiming to address funding or operational aspects of the national rail system.vir.com.vn · Vietnam
BUSINESSAug 10South Africa, Taiwan, South Korea lead markets in AugustSouth Africa, Taiwan, and South Korea were identified as leading markets during the month of August.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 10Hong Kong trophy-home demand runs deep, as Stanley luxury sale tops US$19mA buyer with the same name as the founding chairwoman of a global immigration consultancy has bought a detached house in a luxury residential development in southern Hong Kong for over US$19 million, adding to a string of big-ticket deals as demand for trophy homes remains resilient despite a broader slowdown. Yi Bing signed an agreement for the purchase of House 11 at One Stanley on Wong Ma Kok Road on July 27, according to Land Registry records. The four-bedroom, 3,336 sq ft detached house...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 10Economic Watch : CXMT inclusion in key index highlights China appeal to global investors - XinhuaCXMT's inclusion in a major index is highlighted as evidence of China's attractiveness to global investors. This report from Xinhua analyzes an important economic indicator.english.news.cn
BUSINESSAug 10Hong Kong hotel sector recovery elusive for unprepared investorsSigns of recovery in Hong Kong’s real estate industry are becoming more apparent, so much so that key indicators in parts of the sector are experiencing some of the fastest growth rates in the Asia-Pacific. In the hotel market, average daily rates, which were declining in annualised terms for most of 2025, grew 9.5 per cent in the first half of this year. This was the third-fastest growth rate among 14 leading markets across the region, according to data from CBRE. Another sign that the recovery...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 10Japan logs current account surplus of ¥17.43 tril in 1st half of 2026Japan's current account surplus in the first half of 2026 rose 22.5 percent from a year earlier to 17.43 trillion yen ($110 billion) as the trade balance swung…Japan Today
BUSINESSAug 10Japan logs current account surplus of ¥17.43 tri in 1st half of 2026Japan's current account surplus in the first half of 2026 rose 22.5 percent from a year earlier to 17.43 trillion yen ($110 billion) as the trade balance swung…Japan Today
BUSINESSAug 10Despite geopolitical tensions, China’s rare earth producers have profitable first halfChina’s rare earth producers have reported or anticipated hefty first-half profits, with Beijing’s use of the strategically critical minerals as leverage in trade relations with Japan and the United States not appearing to impede normal activity. The geopolitical factor – US President Donald Trump announced more than US$2 billion of domestic mining investment on Friday, widely viewed as diversifying the country’s rare earth supply chain away from China’s near-monopoly – has helped drive up...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 10Germany’s China trade gap widens to €55B in H1 2026Germany's trade deficit with China has widened to €55 billion in the first half of 2026. This indicates a significant shift in trade balance between the two economic powers.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 10India-China trade through Shipli La resumes after six yearsRevenue and Horticulture Minister Jagat Singh Negi on August 1 flagged off 16 traders after presenting traditional Khataks (ceremonial scarves) along with their horses towards Shipki village in TibetThe Hindu
BUSINESSAug 10Asian stocks rise on Wall Street gains; BoJ hints at rate hikes, China CPI drops to 0.5%Asian stock markets are rising following gains on Wall Street, amidst hints of potential rate hikes from the Bank of Japan and a drop in China's Consumer Price Index to 0.5%. This reports on key global economic and financial market movements.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 10Malaysia seeks to deepen trade ties with South Korea in chips, AI, halal sectorMalaysia is seeking to elevate its economic partnership with South Korea beyond traditional manufacturing and trade by positioning itself as a long-term strategic partner in high-value industries, ranging from semiconductors and AI to electric vehicles, renewable energy and the fast-growing global halal economy. Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) director Redzuan Abd Rahman and Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) trade commissioner Mohamad Termizi HJ Piee...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 10Japanese Market Sharply HigherThe Japanese market has experienced a significant increase, indicating strong performance in the region's economy. This reports a notable trend in financial markets.finanznachrichten.de · Germany
BUSINESSAug 10China's consumer inflation falls to 6-month low of 0.5%; PPI growth moderates to 3.5%China's consumer inflation has dropped to a six-month low of 0.5%, while producer price index growth has moderated to 3.5%. This indicates a shift in the country's economic inflation trends.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 10Sony, TSMC in talks to invest $6.4B in Japan chip plant: reportSony and TSMC are reportedly in discussions to invest $6.4 billion in a new chip manufacturing plant in Japan. This potential investment signifies a major development in the global semiconductor industry.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 10China bypasses shipping chokepoints with ‘Ice Silk Road’ through ArcticFirst scheduled container service between Europe and Asia will significantly reduce voyage timesFinancial Times
BUSINESSAug 10China stabilizing force in global tradeChina is reported to be acting as a stabilizing force within the global trade system. This highlights its significant role in international economic stability.usa.chinadaily.com.cn · China
BUSINESSAug 10APEC host city Shenzhen offers glimpse of China future industries -- Beijing ReviewThe APEC host city Shenzhen is highlighted for showcasing China's future industries, emphasizing its role in economic and technological development.bjreview.com.cn · China
BUSINESSAug 10China’s civil aviation ambitions gain some liftWith its first scheduled international route launching this month, the maiden flight of a high-altitude variant newly completed and a thumbs-up from European test pilots, China’s flagship C919 airliner is hitting new heights. China’s dream of a home-grown civil aviation fleet to rival Boeing and Airbus is coming closer with a national push to speed up certification of a domestically designed jet engine and smooth the development of a widebody C929 airliner, and combined orders of more than 1,200...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 10Vietnam and Netherlands seek to strengthen manufacturing industry cooperationVietnam and the Netherlands are aiming to enhance cooperation within the manufacturing industry. This indicates an effort to boost economic ties and industrial development between the two nations.vir.com.vn · Vietnam
BUSINESSAug 10Moonfolks launches in Vietnam to fuel ASEAN expansion for outbound domestic brandsMoonfolks has launched operations in Vietnam. This move aims to support the ASEAN expansion of domestic brands.vir.com.vn · Vietnam
BUSINESSAug 10As China tightens its tax rules, can Hong Kong remain a magnet for billionaires?For decades, Hong Kong has been a magnet for the rich. From wealthy Chinese setting up family trusts to millionaires migrating from across Southeast Asia, all of them have been sucked in by the city’s promise of free capital flows, a trustworthy legal system and extensive financial expertise. It is a winning combination that helped Hong Kong leapfrog Switzerland as the world’s biggest cross-border wealth hub last year, as the city rode a wave of blockbuster listings by Chinese technology...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 10Soybean trade drives China - US farm tiesSoybean trade is identified as a key driver of agricultural relations between China and the US. This indicates the significance of this commodity in the economic ties between the two nations.global.chinadaily.com.cn · China
BUSINESSAug 10Indonesia strong GDP data prompts resilient but uneven growth forecastsStrong GDP data for Indonesia has led to forecasts of resilient but uneven economic growth. This indicates a mixed outlook for the nation's economic future.scmp.com · China