News & Insights Across Asia
Bipartisan backlash grows over Trump administration’s unprecedented criminal probe targeting Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, raising concerns about central bank independence in 2026.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell confirms DOJ subpoena, alleges political pressure from former President Trump, raising concerns over central bank independence.
The yen hits multi-week lows against the dollar while Japan’s Nikkei 225 nears record highs, as markets shift focus to US labor data and Fed policy outlook.
UN climate chief Simon Stiell warns U.S. withdrawal from global climate pact threatens economic stability and amplifies climate risks in 2026.
Strong U.S. summer growth clashes with persistent inflation, creating global economic ripple effects as Asian markets assess opportunities and risks.
New U.S. inflation data supports Trump’s economic claims, but Democrats and the Federal Reserve highlight ongoing cost pressures as political debate intensifies ahead of 2026 midterms.
Mixed US jobs data reveals economic tensions as White House maintains optimistic outlook, with implications for global markets in 2026.
While global EV sales surge 28% in 2025, the U.S. market encounters significant challenges amid supply chain issues and policy shifts.
US universities face declining international student enrollments in 2025, with economic impacts and shifting Asian education patterns reshaping global academic mobility.
New survey shows 80% of Americans stressed by rising grocery prices, with younger adults and minorities hardest hit. Tariff concerns compound financial pressures.
Expert warns Trump’s proposed ‘reciprocal tariffs’ could spur inflation, job losses, and economic instability in the U.S.
A study by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York warns that US tariffs on the Chinese mainland may be more detrimental to the US economy than official trade data suggests.
Tariffs offer some relief for US economic issues, but they are not a complete solution. Experts weigh in on their effectiveness and limitations.
Alejandro Reyes highlights how Trump’s tariffs have impacted American consumers more than intended foreign nations.
US GDP growth slows as President Trump’s tariff policies are set to take effect, creating uncertainty for manufacturers. Tech giants report mixed earnings amidst economic apprehensions.
Mass deportations of undocumented migrants ordered by President Donald Trump could severely impact the U.S. construction industry, which relies heavily on migrant labor.
Imposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico may harm the US economy by increasing costs and disrupting established trade networks.
Aiming to boost the U.S. digital infrastructure, President-elect Donald Trump announces a $20 billion investment in data centers nationwide.
U.S. President Joe Biden criticized President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff approach, calling it ‘a major mistake’ and warning of negative impacts on the American economy.
Economist Richard Wolff warns that President-elect Trump’s proposed tariffs on the Chinese mainland could backfire by causing a surge in US inflation, impacting American consumers and businesses.
