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AI Semiconductor Surge Drives 0.9% Growth in March Industrial Production Amid Economic Fluctuations

March 2025 saw a 0.9% growth in industrial production, driven by AI semiconductors, despite declines in consumption and investment. Key sectors like semiconductors and pharmaceutic...

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China's Manufacturing Sector Contracts in April: NBS PMI Dips Below Critical 50 Mark

China's manufacturing PMI fell to 49.0 in April, below the neutral 50 mark, indicating contraction. The non-manufacturing and composite PMIs also declined, signaling potential econ...

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Australia's Inflation Holds Steady at 2.4% in March, Core Measures Show Slight Easing

Australia's inflation rate held steady at 2.4% in March, with core measures showing a slight easing. The CPI excluding volatile items and holiday travel dipped to 2.6%, while the t...

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China's Manufacturing Growth Faces Slowdown in April: A Closer Look at the Numbers

China's manufacturing sector showed continued expansion in April with a PMI of 50.4, though growth slowed compared to March. Challenges include slowed supply and demand, export hur...

Economy

China's Manufacturing Sector Contracts in April: NBS Reports PMI at 49.0, Signaling Economic Challenges

China's manufacturing sector shows signs of contraction with April's PMI at 49.0, below the neutral mark, alongside declines in non-manufacturing and composite PMIs, indicating bro...

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U.S. and Vietnam Engage in Productive Trade Talks, Aiming for Balanced and Reciprocal Trade

U.S. and Vietnam recently held productive trade talks, focusing on achieving balanced and reciprocal trade. Discussions included market access expansion and addressing unfair trade...

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Thailand Unveils $15B Economic Stimulus Plan Amid IMF Growth Forecast Downgrade

Thailand announces a $15 billion economic stimulus plan after the IMF cuts its 2025 GDP growth forecast to 1.8%, citing US tariff impacts. The government is exploring funding optio...

Economy

Japan's Industrial Output Faces a Slight Dip in March, Signaling Economic Challenges Ahead

Japan's industrial production index fell by 1.1% in March, with shipments dropping 2.8% month-on-month. Inventories saw a slight increase, highlighting mixed economic signals.