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$20 billion currency swap finalized as U.S. buys Argentine pesos

The currency swap aims to stabilize Argentina's economy amid severe liquidity shortages and volatility

Sri Lanka secures $347 million IMF deal as part of $3 billion economic recovery program

The deal supports ongoing reforms and debt restructuring essential for long-term economic stability

EU announces $1.16 billion plan to boost AI adoption in key industries and public sector

The European Commission set out two strategies to ensure Europe stays ahead, driving adoption in key industries and putting Europe at the forefront of AI-driven science

U.K. economy grows 0.3 percent in Q2 2025 despite global trade pressures, policy tightening

Moderate growth reflects resilience amid high inflation, tariff disruptions, and cautious business investments 

China keeps benchmark lending rates steady for fourth consecutive month in September

The one-year loan prime rate (LPR) was held at 3.0 percent on Monday, while the five-year LPR remained unchanged at 3.5 percent

Thailand’s economy grows 2.8 percent in Q2 2025 amid slowing consumption and trade risks

Thailand's exports remained a key driver, expanding 15 percent, supported by front-loaded shipments ahead of the expiry of U.S. Reciprocal Tariffs suspension

U.K. inflation climbs to 3.8 percent in July on rising restaurant, hotel, and food prices

Transport costs surged 3.2 percent, driven by a 30.2 percent increase in airfares

India holds interest rates steady as U.S. tariffs loom over exports

Economists suggest limited easing opportunities as U.S. tariffs impact India's export landscape

China expands Silk Road Maritime Transport with 128 new shipping routes launched

Since December 2018, over 20,293 container ships have navigated these vital international routes

AstraZeneca announces $50 billion U.S. investment in biotech and drug manufacturing by 2030

Multibillion-dollar commitment is expected to generate tens of thousands of high-skilled direct and indirect jobs across the U.S.

Amazon unveils $20 billion investment plan for Pennsylvania data centers creating 1,250 new jobs

Investment builds on Amazon's ongoing commitment to expanding its AI capabilities nationwide 

U.K. to invest $1.35 billion in AI research compute by 2030, says PM Starmer

The U.K.’s fastest AI supercomputer powered by 5.5k GH200s is set to be fully operational this summer

Eurozone business activity rises to 50.4 in March, highest level in seven months

Germany's manufacturing rebound and easing inflation signal a positive shift in Europe's economic engine

Malaysia, Singapore launch special economic zone to boost trade and investment

The zone will offer tax incentives and include key areas in sectors such as aerospace and tourism

China’s privately offered funds hit $2.76 trillion by end-September

Equity investment funds, valued at 10.89 trillion yuan, were the largest category

U.S. business activity grows in October, price pressures ease

This suggests that the economy is entering the fourth quarter on a strong note

South Korea to provide $6.45 billion in financial support for semiconductor industry by 2025

The government will allocate 1.7 trillion won next year for chip R&D and talent development 

China reveals world’s largest floating offshore wind turbine, generating 62 million kWh annually for 37,000 homes

This turbine has a 260-meter diameter wind wheel and a sweeping area of 53,100 square meters

South Korea inks $2 billion agreement with Philippines to boost infrastructure projects in developing nations 

The deal stipulates that Korea will allocate $905 million from the fund for the construction of the initial segment of the Laguna Lake Road Network 

China’s external financial assets surpass $9.79 trillion by end of June

Financial liabilities exceeded $6.8 trillion at the same date, resulting in net external assets of nearly $2.99 trillion 

India dominates global IPO landscape with over 220 deals worth $12.2 billion: Report

The U.S. came in second with 133 deals of $23.1 billion while China ranked third with 69 transactions worth $5.3 billion

Microsoft pledges $2.7 billion investment in Brazil’s cloud, AI infrastructure

Microsoft will also launch ConectAI to train five million people over the next three years with AI skills