Hong Kong Retains Top Ranking as Asia Pacific’s Most Expensive Retail Destination
Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) today released the 33rd edition of its Main Streets Across the World report which examines prime retail rental rates in key cities globally.
APAC cities continue to be some of the world’s most connected and prominent as emerging hubs in South Asia gain ground
Asia Pacific (APAC) cities, spearheaded by Tokyo, Beijing, Singapore, Melbourne, and Hong Kong, continue to assert their influence as some of the world’s most connected and prominent urban centers, according to Kearney’s 2023 Global Cities Report. The report reveals that APAC maintains a strong foothold in the top 10 of its Global Cities Index (GCI), claiming five coveted spots.
India and China Lead Russian Crude Oil Purchases, Shifting Global Dynamics
In a remarkable turn of events, India and China have emerged as dominant players in the global oil market, cementing their positions as major buyers of Russian crude oil. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), these two Asian powerhouses accounted for a staggering 80 percent of Russia’s oil exports in May, signaling a significant shift in the dynamics of global energy trade. As the world’s fastest-growing economy, India’s increasing reliance on heavily discounted Russian oil aligns with its ambitious plans to meet its soaring energy demands. Meanwhile, China’s continued growth and robust oil consumption have solidified its position as a key player in the global oil market. With geopolitical developments and trade restrictions reshaping the landscape, Russia has redirected its seaborne crude exports to Asia, effectively pivoting away from its traditional European markets. This realignment highlights the changing dynamics of the oil industry and underscores Asia’s growing importance in meeting the world’s energy needs. As India and China assert their influence, the implications for the global oil trade and the future of energy markets remain compelling subjects of observation and analysis.
OCBC Bank Launches New Net-Zero Aligned Loan for Corporates
To encourage the corporate sector to reach net zero targets well in time, the Singapore-based Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) has launched a new net-zero-aligned loan for corporates.
Istanbul International Airport was Busiest in March
Turkiye’s mega airport Istanbul was the busiest one in Europe, with an average of 1,263 daily flights in March, according to EUROCONTROL. Sabiha Gokcen, also in Istanbul, ranked 17th on the list with an average of 549 daily flights.
Analysis: The hardest part is yet to come for gas-hoarding Europe
Europe faces a much tougher task to rebuild gas stocks next year compared with this winter, meaning energy bills are likely to stay high and governments could have to implement painful rationing measures they have so far avoided.
Exclusive: Air India nears historic order for up to 500 jets
Air India is close to placing landmark orders for as many as 500 jetliners worth tens of billions of dollars from both Airbus and Boeing as it carves out an ambitious renaissance under the Tata Group conglomerate, industry sources said on Sunday.
Ubisoft shares tumble as Tencent deal seen dampening buyout prospects
Shares in Ubisoft Entertainment (UBIP.PA) tumbled on Wednesday after it announced a deal that sees China’s Tencent Holdings (0700.HK) raise its stake in the company, a move which analysts say dampens the prospect of a full sale of the French game maker.
Factbox: What is in France’s new inflation-relief package
The French government is set to present a much-awaited package of inflation-relief measures on Wednesday in a first test of its ability to pass sorely needed legislation since it lost control of parliament.
Explainer: How Macron’s inflation relief law tests France’s new political order
President Emmanuel Macron’s government will get its first taste of life under France’s new political order in the days ahead when it tables a bill to help households cope with runaway inflation without a controlling majority in parliament.
