JPMorgan says India is its No. 1 market in Asia; investors are unlikely to return to China this year
India is JPMorgan’s top pick in Asia, and one of its favorite markets globally, according to the investment bank’s Asian Equity Strategist Mixo Das.
2024’s wave of elections predicted to derail food security progress
The upcoming slew of global elections could derail efforts to bolster long-term food security, the International Fund for Agricultural Development said.
Country Garden expects China property market to remain weak in 2024
China’s largest private property developer expects the property market will remain weak in 2024 and the company could face more “severe” challenges.
North Korea’s Kim calls for South to be seen as ‘primary foe,’ warns of war
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un said on Monday he had concluded that unification with the South was no longer possible.
Global shipping recession could end as freight rates soar on Red Sea troubles
The shipping industry has been in a recession, and some market watchers expect the recent spike in rates to bring about a reversal in container liners’ fortunes.
Iran says Revolutionary Guards attack Israel’s ‘spy HQ’ in Iraq, vow more revenge
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they attacked the “spy headquarters” of Israel in Iraq’s Kurdistan region, while the force said they also struck in Syria.
‘Succession,’ ‘The Bear’ prevail at nostalgic Emmy Awards
“Succession,” the HBO series about the cutthroat battle for control of a global business empire, took home six wins for its fourth and final season.
After a stellar 2023, Indian markets are set to pause until the general elections
Analysts warn that the level of optimism seen last year will not be replicated before the general election concludes.
Hong Kong stocks tumble 2% amid broader decline in Asia markets, China gains
Japanese stocks, which have been on a record-breaking rally since the start of the year, slipped lower.
CNBC Daily Open: A look across the Atlantic
Action this time came from across the Atlantic as the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland commenced Monday.
