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February 27, 2025
Business, News

Seven & i’s $5.8 Billion Buyout Plan Fails Amid Itochu Withdrawal

Seven & i Holdings has abandoned its $5.8 billion management buyout plan after Itochu Corporation withdrew its support, according to a report by Yomiuri. The collapse of the deal...

February 27, 2025
Commodities, News

Oil Markets React as Trump Tightens Venezuela Sanctions

Oil prices rebounded on Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump revoked Chevron’s license to operate in Venezuela, a move that has sparked concerns about a potential tightening of global...

February 26, 2025
Commodities, News

Gold’s Rally Pauses as Copper Climbs on Chilean Crisis

After weeks of sharp gains, gold prices took a breather on Wednesday, stabilizing as investors weighed U.S. trade policy and economic indicators. Spot gold remained near $2,916 per ounce,...

February 25, 2025
Crypto, News

Bitcoin Price Drops Below $92,000 as Tariff Concerns Spook Investors

Bitcoin’s price dropped below $92,000 on February 25, 2025, hitting a six-week low as renewed concerns over global tariffs spooked investors. The cryptocurrency fell 5% in 24 hours, reflecting...

February 25, 2025
News, Stocks

Bank of Korea Rate Cut and Hong Kong Trade News Drive Asian Markets

Asian markets reacted to the Bank of Korea’s (BOK) decision to cut interest rates to 1.25% and Hong Kong’s new trade agreements with Southeast Asia on February 25, 2025....

February 25, 2025
Business, News

BOK Cuts Rates to 1.25% to Stimulate South Korea’s Economy

The Bank of Korea (BOK) has cut its benchmark interest rate to 1.25%, the lowest level since August 2022, to stimulate the economy. The decision, announced on February 25,...

February 24, 2025
News

Singapore Inflation Slows to 2.1% in 2025, But Risks Remain

Singapore’s inflation rate has slowed to its lowest level since February 2021, reaching 2.1% year-on-year in January 2025. While this marks a significant improvement from December 2024’s 3.4%, economists...

February 22, 2025
Crypto, News

Bybit Exchange Loses $1.5 Billion in Historic Crypto Heist

Bybit, a major cryptocurrency exchange, lost $1.5 billion in a historic heist on February 21, 2025. The breach, which exploited a vulnerability in Bybit’s security systems, has raised serious...

February 22, 2025
Commodities, News

Russian Gas Flows to Europe: A Challenge for Asia’s Energy Security

The potential increase in Russian gas flows to Europe could pose significant challenges for Asia’s energy security. As Europe reduces its reliance on Russian energy, Asia may face tighter...

February 22, 2025
News, Stocks

Trump to Impose Retaliatory Tariffs Over Digital Taxes

President Donald Trump announced on February 21, 2025, that he will impose retaliatory tariffs on countries implementing digital taxes targeting U.S. tech companies. The tariffs, which could take effect...