Taiwan's inflation hits 17-month high in June

Taiwan’s CPI upside surprise shines spotlight on potential September rate hike

ASIA/PACIFIC: Taiwan's CPI inflation rose to a 17-month high of 2.6 YoY in June amid a broad-based uptick in inflation. This level looks likely to be at or near the peak for the year, given the fall in energy prices and more favourable base effects in the coming months, but if inflation stays sticky, the case for a third-quarter rate hike will strengthen

Despite June CPI spike, inflation to go below 2% in 2026: Central bank

Taipei, July 8 (CNA) Taiwan's inflation will end up below 2 percent in 2026 even though the consumer price index's (CPI) growth in June hit a 17-month high of 2.60 percent, central bank Governor Yang Chin-long (楊金龍) said Tuesday.

Philippine peso leads Asian currencies lower, Malaysian ringgit up

The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the dollar at 0205 GMT. CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLAR Currency Latest bid Previous day Pct Move Japan yen 161.710 161.77 +0.04 Sing dlr 1.297 1.2966 -0.02 Taiwan dlr 31.840 31.751 -0.28 Korean won 1548.700 1542.7 -0.39 Baht 33.410 33.41 -0.01 Peso 61.298 60.876 -0.69 Rupiah 17950.000 [] The post Philippine peso leads Asian currencies lower, Malaysian ringgit up appeared first on Interaksyon.

Asian Stocks Set to Climb, Yen Hits 40-Year Low: Markets Wrap

Asian stocks were poised to rise after a rally in technology stocks lifted gauges on Wall Street. The yen weakened to a four-decade low against the dollar.

(2nd LD) Consumer prices rise to highest in 30 months in June on Middle East war impact

SEJONG, July 2 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's consumer prices rose more than 3 percen...

China’s producer inflation hits near 4-year high in June

China’s producer inflation hits near 4-year high in June

Taiwan turned shopping receipts into lottery tickets in 1951; 75 years later, people still keep every bill hoping to win millions

Taiwan turned shopping receipts into lottery tickets in 1951; 75 years later, people still keep every bill hoping to win millions

Your mobile bills may go up by another 12-15% soon

Your mobile bills may go up by another 12-15% soon

Pajakan Pulau Pinang tidak setimpal nilai semasa

ALOR SETAR: Kadar bayaran pajakan Pulau Pinang sebanyak RM10,000 setahun dan sumba­ngan khas RM10 juta setahun kepada kerajaan negeri Kedah yang dilaksanakan sejak 2018 didapati tidak lagi setimpal dengan nilai semasa. Sultan Kedah, Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah bertitah, bayaran pajakan yang dite­rima ketika ini masih berasaskan perjanjian lama yang dimeterai sejak sekian lama tanpa penilaian ... Read more The post Pajakan Pulau Pinang tidak setimpal nilai semasa appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Foreign spending in Korea hits fresh high in May

Foreign spending in Korea hits fresh high in May

ASEAN trade with Vietnam surges

ASEAN trade with Vietnam surges

Singapore inflation holds steady in May despite mixed price pressures

Higher transport and food costs offset by lower telecom prices. The post Singapore inflation holds steady in May despite mixed price pressures appeared first on BOL News.

Hong Kong to roll out measures boosting offshore yuan trading in July: finance chief

As Hong Kong marks the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule on July 1, the South China Morning Post talks to the city’s senior officials about the administration’s achievements so far and what may lie ahead. Authorities are expected to roll out measures to strengthen Hong Kong’s role as an offshore Chinese yuan hub next month, the finance chief has revealed, with the government pushing to increase the number of listed firms trading stocks in renminbi. Financial Secretary Paul Chan...

DOSM: Malaysia’s health inflation doubles to 3pc in 2025 on higher insurance and service costs

PUTRAJAYA, July 7 — Health inflation in Malaysia increased to three per cent in 2025 from 1.4 per cent the previou...

Asian stock markets rise broadly, led by gains in South Korea and China

Asian stock markets rise broadly, led by gains in South Korea and China

Casino Tourism in 2026: How Gambling Capitals Became the World’s Most Ambitious Travel Destinations

The global casino tourism market hit 61.4 billion in 2024 and is on track to top 100 billion by the mid-2030s — but gambling itself is no longer the main draw. This guide breaks down what's actually driving casino travel trends in 2026, from Las Vegas's shift toward premium non-gaming revenue to Macau's cultural depth, Singapore's integrated resort blueprint, and the first UAE casino opening in 2027. The post Casino Tourism in 2026: How Gambling Capitals Became the World’s Most Ambitious Travel Destinations appeared first on Turkish Weekly.

Yen Carry Trade Is Back; Where Will The Money Go?

Yen Carry Trade Is Back; Where Will The Money Go?

El Niño, prolonged Middle East war seen keeping Philippine inflation elevated

By Katherine K. Chan, Reporter Headline inflation could stay above the Philippine central bank’s target for longer if price pressures worsen amid the looming El Niño season, renewed Middle East conflict, and a potential de-anchoring of inflation expectations. In its latest Monetary Policy Report following its June meeting, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said []

BNSI reports 0.35 percent rise in March inflation as fuel and transport costs climb

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Inflation in The Bahamas continued its upward trend in March 2026, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increasing by 0.35 percent compared to February, according to the latest report from the Bahamas National Statistical Institute (BNSI). The latest figure follows a sharper 0.95 percent increase recorded between January and February, reflecting ongoing fluctuations []

General : Health Inflation Rises To 3 Per Cent In 2025 On Higher Service Costs - DOSM

PUTRAJAYA, July 7 (Bernama) -- Health inflation in Malaysia increased to three per cent in 2025 from 1.4 per cent the previous year, driven by rising healthcare service costs.

Oman's inflation rises 3.8% in May 2026

Oman's inflation rises 3.8% in May 2026