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Bank of Japan data points to ¥5 trillion in yen-buying intervention on April 30, 2026 BOJ money-market data released May 1, 2026, indicates roughly ¥5 trillion ($32 billion) of yen-buying …

Japan’s trading companies predict profit rises despite Iran war as energy disruptions create upside Japan’s trading companies reported resilient earnings and forecast higher fiscal-year profits, saying supply-chain disruptions from the …

Aung San Suu Kyi: Son and Adviser Say State-Media Photo Is Inconclusive After Reported Move to House Arrest Aung San Suu Kyi: son and aide say a state media photograph …

Japan and Australia to fast-track six critical minerals projects to diversify supply chains Japan and Australia will fast-track six critical minerals projects, including rare earths and nickel, to diversify supply …

Chagos Archipelago dispute deepens as Maldives and Mauritius sever diplomatic ties Maldives and Mauritius cut ties over the Chagos Archipelago dispute, triggering regional tensions and Indian strategic concerns as UK–US …

Sumitomo to Sell Stake in Ambatovy Nickel Mine, Takes $540 Million Non-Operating Hit Sumitomo Corp. will sell its entire stake in the Ambatovy nickel mine in Madagascar and record a …

Australian farmers face fertilizer squeeze as Strait of Hormuz disruption pushes input costs higher Rising input costs squeeze margins for Australian farmers, who are adjusting cropping and livestock plans after …

Fuel subsidy risks stoking inflation as government struggles to fund pump relief Government’s fuel subsidy to cap gas prices could boost consumer inflation, economists warn, as funds dwindle amid rising …

Apple March quarter results driven by 28% China surge, posts record revenue Apple’s March quarter results show record revenue on May 1, 2026, led by a 28% sales jump in …