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Tokyo’s CPI inflation increases in June: Implications of 1.7% for the Japanese Yen

Consumer Price Index rises 3.6% year-over-year in December, as anticipated.

Tokyo Consumer Price Index (CPI) Update The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Tokyo, released by Japan’s Statistics Bureau on Friday, showed a year-on-year increase of 1.7% for June, which is an uptick of 1.4% from the previous month. Moreover, the Tokyo CPI, excluding fresh food, mirrored this trend, climbing 1.6% year-on-year, aligning with expectations but […]

Cambodia: World Bank’s IFC Dismisses Findings on Microfinance Issues

Cambodia: World Bank’s IFC Dismisses Findings on Microfinance Issues

World Bank’s IFC Dismisses Ombudsman’s Findings on Cambodia’s Microfinance Sector Human Rights Watch has stated that the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation (IFC) has rejected findings from an ombudsman concerning damages tied to investments in Cambodia’s microfinance sector. This rejection, noted on June 24, 2026, represents a significant failure in accountability. Elaine Pearson, the Asia […]

SoftBank drops 11% as Asian tech sector follows U.S. losses

SoftBank drops 11% as Asian tech sector follows U.S. losses

SoftBank Group Faces Decline Amid AI Cost Concerns SoftBank Group, based in Japan, saw its stock fall over 11% on Friday. This decline reflects growing worries in the market regarding the escalating costs associated with artificial intelligence infrastructure. Japanese firms were particularly hard hit, contributing to a broader downturn in Asian technology stocks, which followed […]

Mexican Peso strengthens as Banxico’s firm stance boosts Peso surge

Mexican Peso strengthens as Banxico's firm stance boosts Peso surge

The Mexican peso appreciated by over 0.62% against the US dollar on Thursday after the Bank of Mexico (Banxico) opted to maintain interest rates at 6.50%. The USD/MXN rate is currently at 17.49, down from a recent peak of 17.67 reached 1.5 months ago. USD/MXN Declines as Banxico Takes Dovish Stance and Cautions on Inflation […]

Coffee Prices Boosted by Postponed Coffee Harvest in Brazil

Cocoa Prices Rise as the Worldwide Cocoa Surplus Decreases

Cocoa Prices Surge Amid Harvest Concerns On Thursday, the September ICE NY Cocoa (CCU26) closed at +274, up 5.51%, while July ICE London Cocoa #7 (CAN26) finished at +173, increasing by 4.63%. Cocoa prices continued a two-week upswing, reaching a 5-1/2-month peak. This rise is largely attributed to worries surrounding the upcoming cocoa harvest in […]

Loonie struggles with a sluggish home economy and a rising U.S. dollar

Loonie struggles with a sluggish home economy and a rising U.S. dollar

Canadian Dollar Hits 15-Month Low TORONTO — The Canadian dollar has reached its lowest point in almost a year and a half, influenced by a sluggish domestic economy and a robust demand for the U.S. dollar. The exchange rate has been on a downward trend since early May when it hovered around 74 cents against […]

What interest can a $20,000 long-term CD account earn if it’s opened now?

What interest can a $20,000 long-term CD account earn if it's opened now?

Considerations for Saving in Today’s Economy In today’s economic climate, it’s becoming increasingly important to think carefully about how to manage your finances. While having quick access to funds is generally a priority, sometimes it can be wise to secure your money for a longer duration. Many Americans are finding themselves in a situation where […]