Lina Wu
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- April 17, 2026
- 120 views
Gold Prices Under Pressure Despite Geopolitical Turmoil, Driven by Central Bank Demand and Asian Buyers
Gold prices experienced a notable decline in March, a period marked by significant geopolitical tensions including the escalation of the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran. This counterintuitive market behavior, where a…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- April 16, 2026
- 78 views
Japan to Release 50 Million Medical Gloves from State Stockpile Amidst Iran War-Induced Supply Concerns
TOKYO – The Japanese government announced on Thursday, April 17, 2026, a strategic release of 50 million medical gloves from its substantial national stockpile. This decision comes in direct response…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- April 16, 2026
- 70 views
Daikin Industries Faces Pressure From Activist Investor Elliott Management for Trillion Yen Share Buyback
TOKYO — Daikin Industries, the undisputed global leader in air conditioning manufacturing, is reportedly under significant pressure from the prominent activist investment fund Elliott Management. Sources familiar with the matter…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- April 16, 2026
- 55 views
Royal Enfield Unveils "Flying Flea" Electric Motorcycle, Signaling a Bold New Direction for the Iconic Brand
MUMBAI – Royal Enfield, a brand long synonymous with the thrum of classic petrol engines and the open road, has officially entered the electric vehicle arena with the unveiling of…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- April 16, 2026
- 78 views
King Jim Taps into Tourism Boom with Culturally Inspired Stationery Line
Japanese stationery company King Jim is strategically positioning itself to capitalize on the burgeoning inbound tourism market by launching a new line of products specifically designed to appeal to international…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- April 15, 2026
- 68 views
Isuzu Motors and Toyota Motor Forge Strategic Alliance for Light-Duty Fuel Cell Trucks, Targeting Mass Production by Fiscal 2027
TOKYO/NAGOYA, Japan – Isuzu Motors, a venerable name in commercial vehicle manufacturing, is embarking on a significant collaborative venture with its Japanese counterpart, Toyota Motor Corporation, to develop and mass-produce…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- April 15, 2026
- 57 views
Pakistan Intensifies Efforts to Host Crucial Second Round of U.S.-Iran Peace Talks Amidst Fragile Ceasefire
ISLAMABAD – Pakistani officials are exerting significant diplomatic pressure to convene a second round of U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad within the coming days, aiming to secure a breakthrough before…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- April 15, 2026
- 89 views
Hengyi Petrochemical Reports Near 40-Fold Profit Surge Amidst Strait of Hormuz Crisis
TOKYO — Hengyi Petrochemical, a prominent Chinese non-state oil product manufacturer, has announced a staggering nearly 40-fold increase in its net profit for the first quarter of 2026. This dramatic…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- April 15, 2026
- 76 views
Malaysia’s Perodua Prioritizes EV After-Sales Support to Solidify Local Market Position Against Chinese Competitors
KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia’s dominant automotive manufacturer, Perodua, is strategically placing paramount importance on robust after-sales support for its burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) lineup, a move aimed at safeguarding the…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- April 14, 2026
- 52 views
PayPay to Launch QR Code Payments in Taiwan, Targeting 400,000 Merchants by End of April
TOKYO – Japan’s leading QR code-based mobile payment service, PayPay, is set to significantly expand its international footprint by launching its services in Taiwan at the end of April, the…
