Bank of Japan likely to raise its 2026 growth forecast and stay open to further rate hikes, but timing remains unclear amid market volatility and politics.
Renault's 2025 vehicle sales rose 3.2%, led by Clio and Sandero demand overseas, offsetting weak European van sales and flat Europe growth.
Trump will address global CEOs at Davos, discussing U.S. policy and possibly Greenland. His presence draws attention as tensions rise over tariffs and economic moves.
Prime Minister Takaichi announces a snap election, pledging to suspend the 8% food tax for two years. The move raises concerns over Japan's fiscal health and bond yields.
Powerchip shares rose nearly 10% after Micron said it would buy its P5 chip plant in Taiwan for $1.8 billion in cash.
EU may target €93bn in US tariffs or market limits to counter Trump threats over Greenland, aiming to gain leverage at Davos talks.
South Korea says new U.S. tariffs target AI chips, not memory chips it exports most, so near-term impact is limited, though risks remain.
Canada's inflation rose 2.4% in December, driven by a tax break impact, but core inflation eased for the third month. The Bank of Canada is likely to keep rates steady.
JPMorgan says Jamie Dimon was never offered Fed chair, backing Trump's denial, amid debate over Fed independence and tensions over alleged political debanking.
The Trump administration plans to let Americans use some 401(k) retirement savings for a home down payment, with details expected next week.
Netflix Q4 earnings may be overshadowed by its $82.7bn Warner Bros bid, with investors focused on deal risks, growth and antitrust scrutiny.
Nigel Farage is criticised for a £400k role promoting gold pensions, with experts warning the strategy is niche, risky and unsuitable for most savers.
UK homes for sale hit an eight-year high, Zoopla says, led by London. Rising listings signal improving market confidence as sellers return.
China's Belt and Road trade rose 6.3% to 23.6 trln yuan in 2025, making up 51.9% of total trade, with focus shifting to green and digital growth.
China's central bank plans rate cuts, trillion-yuan targeted funding and property support to lower borrowing costs and boost private and tech sectors.
Some BOJ policymakers see scope to raise rates as early as April, citing a weak yen and rising inflation, earlier than market expectations.
US-Taiwan deal sees $250bn investment pledge; TSMC commits $165bn to Arizona fabs, expanding AI chip capacity with more plants planned.
China may demand asset sales for Rio Tinto–Glencore merger approval, citing copper and iron ore concentration and past antitrust precedents.
Boeing struck a tentative contract with 1,600 former Spirit AeroSystems workers, offering higher wages, better benefits, bonuses and retirement gains.
UniCredit rejected reports it plans to buy a stake in Monte dei Paschi, calling the claims speculative and saying no deal is being pursued.
Strong loan demand and AI growth boosted Q4 bank profits, though a proposed 10% credit card rate cap and job cuts at Citi and Wells Fargo loom as 2026 risks.
Xi Jinping called for stricter Party self-governance, tougher anti-corruption efforts and stronger oversight to support China's 2026–2030 development goals.
China will cancel export tax rebates for photovoltaic products and gradually cut then remove rebates for batteries from April 2026 to ease trade risks.
TSMC hits record profit, up 35%. Driven by AI demand from Apple & Nvidia, the chipmaker crushed market forecasts as global tech needs surge.