Stock markets edge up but Trump tariff fears dampen mood
Hong Kong (AFP) April 1, 2025
Asian and European markets squeezed out gains Tuesday, clawing back some of their recent hefty losses, though sluggish sentiment and increased uncertainty saw gold hit another record high as Donald Trump prepares to unveil sweeping tariffs. ... more
China manufacturing activity grows at highest rate in a year
Beijing (AFP) Mar 31, 2025
China's manufacturing activity grew in March for the highest rate in a year, official data showed Monday, a rare bright spot as the world's second-largest economy struggles to climb out of a prolonged slump. ... more
Japan's Nikkei leads big losses in Asian markets as gold hits record
Hong Kong (AFP) Mar 31, 2025
Tokyo led another plunge across Asian markets Monday while gold hit a record high as investors steel themselves for a wave of US tariffs this week that has fuelled recession fears. ... more