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In a statement, the central bank said this was also a "pre-emptive measure" to maintain inflation within the government's target range of 1.5% to 3.5%.
25 hours ago
CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: Humanoid robots are great, but they need buyers too ⊕
Chinese companies ramp up humanoid robot development and production, often with global aims.
6 days ago
Korea’s stock market has doubled in 2026, and Goldman still sees another 35% upside ○
South Korea's stock market has already doubled this year, but some strategists say the rally may still have room to run.
9 days ago
Japan seeks candid dialog, defense minister says, rejecting `neo-militarism' claims ○
Koizumi said that Japan engaging in "neo-militarism" was "nothing further from the truth."
10 days ago
U.S. is right to ask allies to spend more on defense, Dutch deputy PM says ⊕
Five years ago, the Dutch public wouldn't have supported such an increase in defense spending, she said, but that is not the case after Russia invaded Ukraine.
33 days ago
While many international brands retreat, McDonald’s is supersizing its China business ⊕
McDonald's plans to have 10,000 locations in China by the end of 2028, and the country is its second largest market.
53 days ago
U.S. seeks bigger energy foothold in India. Why it could be a problem for New Delhi ⊖
U.S. pushes energy sales to energy‑starved India, but higher costs, refinery mismatches, and tight supply pose risks.
CNBC Daily Open: Israel and Lebanon's 10-day ceasefire takes effect ⊕
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A 10-day truce between Isreal and Lebanon takes negotiators another step closer to a broader Middle East peace agreement.
54 days ago
Hong Kong to announce tax break to lure global commodity traders ⊕
Hong Kong is rolling out a new tax break for commodity traders as it seeks to strengthen its position as a regional trading hub and revive shipping activity amid global supply disruptions.
Iran war sparks "fundamental energy transition" in Seoul toward renewables: Energy minister ⊕
Kim said South Korea will focus on wind and solar power to achieve its goal of reaching 100 gigawatts renewable energy capacity