Alphabet Inc., the parent company of Google, has crossed a $4 trillion market capitalization as of January 12, reaching the highest level in the technology sector, according to international media reports. The milestone was achieved after the company’s stock rose 6% so far this year, reflecting renewed investor confidence. Alphabet now becomes the fourth company...
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Governor, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, has indicated that the targets agreed upon with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) may need to be revised due to the economic impact of the recent Dithwa cyclone. Speaking on Derana TV’s 360 program on Monday evening (12), Dr. Weerasinghe said that the government and the IMF...
US President Donald Trump has announced the imposition of a 25 percent tariff on goods imported from countries that maintain commercial relations with Iran, escalating Washington’s economic pressure on Tehran. According to President Trump, the new tariff will take effect immediately. The announcement was made via a post on his Truth Social account, where he...
South Korea’s central bank is expected to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.50% when it meets on January 15, as the recent weakening of the Korean won has reduced the scope for monetary easing, according to economists surveyed by Reuters. The poll indicates that expectations for the next rate cut have been pushed...
Sri Lanka’s official foreign reserves have risen to USD 6.825 billion by the end of December 2025, according to the latest data released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. This marks an increase of 13.1% compared to the reserves recorded at the end of November 2025, which stood at USD 6.034 billion. The main...
The Singapore Exchange (SGX) is moving deeper into the digital asset market by introducing regulated cryptocurrency futures contracts aimed at institutional and advanced market participants, financial sources say. From 24 November 2025, SGX’s derivatives arm will begin offering Bitcoin and Ethereum perpetual futures — a type of crypto derivative that allows traders to take positions...
Political uncertainty across South Asia is raising concerns among regional analysts, who warn that prolonged instability could undermine security cooperation and economic recovery efforts. Several countries in the region are grappling with fragile governments, contested elections, and public dissatisfaction driven by economic pressures. Experts note that domestic political volatility often spills across borders in South...
The war in Ukraine continues to reshape global power alignments, with far-reaching implications beyond Europe. As fighting persists, countries around the world are reassessing security partnerships, defence spending and diplomatic strategies. Western nations have reinforced military support for Ukraine, while Russia has deepened ties with non-Western partners. Analysts say the conflict has accelerated a shift...
Renewed volatility in global oil prices is posing fresh risks for emerging economies, many of which remain vulnerable to external shocks. Fluctuations driven by geopolitical tensions and supply concerns have raised uncertainty over inflation and fiscal planning. Energy-importing countries face rising costs that could strain foreign reserves and increase consumer prices. Central banks are monitoring...
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