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India's trade deficit narrows amid US-Iran deal impact
India's trade deficit marginally narrowed in May, defying forecasts for a wider gap, Bloomberg reports.

Catastrophe Models Now Predict Wars, Aiding Global Risk Assessment
After the Iran war started on February 28, Lloyds of London quoted premiums for marine war risk in the Strait of Hormuz as high as 1% of a vessel's value per voyage.

Anjney Midha Launches Plan to Slash Compute Prices
A new startup, AMP PBC, has secured $1.

Lloyds plans $4 billion SRT to boost lending
Lloyds Banking Group Plc is preparing to offload risk from a $4 billion portfolio, even as its total lending surged by 5% to £481.

Why Near-Retirees Still Struggle With Retirement Tax Planning (and What Helps)
Navigating the final years before retirement can feel like crossing a minefield of financial decisions, especially when it comes to tax planning. For many, the dream of a secure future is clouded by uncertainty. Accordin…

Apotex Health IPO tops expectations, raises C$1.3 billion
Apotex Health's initial public offering, the largest on the Toronto Stock Exchange in five years, opened roughly 17% above its offering price, raising C$1.

Kuwait offers crude oil to Asian buyers for first time since Iran war
In a stark departure from decades of precedent, Kuwait is offering at least 4 million barrels of its main export-grade crude to refiners in China and South Korea.

MGC stalls Riyadh IPO amid geopolitical risks
Mutlaq Al-Ghowairi Contracting Co.

Smucker profit tops expectations on strong coffee sales
J.M. Smucker's adjusted earnings per share for its fiscal fourth quarter soared to $2.77, exceeding Wall Street estimates by a surprising 20.4%, according to AlphaStreet . This substantial beat reveal

Scrubblade Testing and Technology: What Drivers Should Know About Advanced Wiper Blade Design
This article explores Scrubblade's advanced wiper blade design, which combines patented triangular scrubbers with a dual-action cleaning system. It emphasizes the importance of third-party testing and specific engineering details for informed consumer decisions on vehicle components.
Indonesia's Danantara Launches US Bond Roadshow Amidst Debt Concerns
As Indonesia's benchmark Jakarta Composite Index tumbled 36% from its peak, its sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, embarks on a US roadshow this week to secure a dollar bond sale, according to Bloomber

Delta Sees Strong Consumer Appetite for Premium Travel in 2026
For the first time in its history, Delta Air Lines reported in late 2025 that its premium cabin revenue surpassed its main cabin revenue.

Malaysian Attorney General reviews probe into ex-anti-graft chief
Just days after his retirement, former Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief Tan Sri Azam Baki faces review by the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) over police probes into alleged threats

Raizen reaches debt deal with creditors to restructure finances
Raizen SA, the joint venture between Shell and Cosan, has secured an out-of-court agreement covering R$65 billion in debt, a move that sidesteps a potentially lengthy and costly judicial reorganizatio

Extreme Aerial Productions Aerial TOPOs for Large-Site Planning Before Design Begins
Extreme Aerial Productions utilizes PPK drone technology to create detailed aerial TOPOs for large-site planning. This service provides essential terrain and elevation data to engineers and technical teams before detailed design work commences.

Texas Confirms Second US Case of Invasive Screwworm
Just weeks after the U.

Chinese insurers buy dim sum notes via Bond Connect
Top Chinese insurers have just made their first purchases of yuan-denominated offshore bonds through an expanded southbound investment program, marking a new chapter for China's tightly managed capita

AI demand justifies Asia chip stocks rally
SoftBank Group, a conglomerate with significant AI investments, has surpassed automotive giant Toyota to become Japan's most valuable company, according to Gotrade .

Singapore security balancing global unrest
Japan's defense budget has soared past 9 trillion yen ($57bn), a stark indicator of how quickly key U.

Brad Sugars Brought His Franchising Expertise to the Franchisee Summit 2026
Brad Sugars, Founder and CEO of ActionCOACH, delivered the keynote address at the Philippine Franchise Association’s Franchisee Summit 2026. The summit focused on "Building Profitable and Resilient Franchise Businesses," addressing the operational realities and challenges faced by franchisees.

India fuel exports hit four-year low amid strong domestic demand
India's fuel exports plunged to their lowest level in nearly four years in May 2026, with outbound shipments of diesel, gasoline, and jet fuel averaging just 878,000 barrels a day.

Indonesia advances state control over key commodity exports
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto claims the nation has lost $908 billion due to exporters underreporting sales, prompting a radical plan to funnel all coal, palm oil, and ferroalloy exports thro

Malaysian Defense Minister Prioritizes Strategic Spending Over Budget Hike
Malaysia's Defense Minister has declared the nation will not rush to increase its defense budget in 2026, opting instead for a balanced approach that integrates national development, according to The

US Strikes Iran Spark Oil Price Volatility Amid Gulf Tensions
Brent crude futures initially surged following US strikes in Iran, but then dipped, signaling market volatility amid Gulf tensions.