UBS Forecasts 3% Global Growth in 2026 as Tariffs Ease
UBS expects 3% global economic growth in 2026 as tariff pressures ease, but warns that US policy uncertainty could put the recovery at risk.
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China Eyes Two-Way Investment Boost with Belt and Road Partners
China’s Belt and Road trade reached 23.6 trillion yuan in 2025, up 6.3%. China now aims to deepen two-way investment and build Green & Digital Silk Roads for 2026–30.
Belt and Road Trade Powers Over Half of China’s Foreign Commerce
By late 2025, trade with Belt and Road partner countries made up over half of China’s foreign trade, thanks to a land, sea, air and cyberspace connectivity framework.
WEF 2026 Report: Top Global Risks You Need to Know
The WEF’s Global Risks Report 2026 highlights top threats—geoeconomic clashes, climate chaos, conflict, polarization and AI risks—as global leaders gear up in Davos this January.
Japan Faces $4B Hit as China Tightens Export Controls
China’s tighter export controls on dual-use goods could cost Japan around $4.1 billion over three months, driving up the so-called ‘Takaichi-cost’.
UBS Sees China A-Share Momentum in 2026
UBS released its 2026 outlook in Shanghai, predicting continued momentum in China’s A-share market and steady economic growth, sparking interest among young investors across Asia.
China’s NEV Boom: 16.6M EVs in 2025 as Exports Double
In 2025, China’s auto industry hit records: 34.5M cars made, 16.5M NEVs sold, and exports doubled. NEVs now account for over half of all new car sales.
Canada’s Strategic Shift: Teaming Up with China Amid US Uncertainty
Canada is forging closer ties with China amid US policy uncertainty. Discover how this shift in trade, tech, and green energy could open doors for young professionals in Asia.
JGB Yield Surge Highlights BoJ’s Tough Policy Trade-Off
Japanese 10-year bond yields hit multi-year highs, underscoring the Bank of Japan’s challenge balancing low rates and growth support.
China’s Trade Hits Record in 2025, Private Firms Lead Growth
China’s foreign trade hit 45.47 trillion yuan in 2025, up 3.8%, with exports up 6.1% led by private enterprises, cementing China’s top spot in global goods trade.