China’s stock market investors tops 200 million
Individuals accounted for the majority of new investors, exceeding 1.41 million, while new institutional investors stood at 2,700.
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Reversing the great resignation: What employees in Indonesia really want
Although nine in 10 employees said they are motivated and proud of what they do, only 67 percent indicated they are likely to stay in their jobs in a survey of over 23,200…
China to bolster consumption of green, smart home appliances
China's home appliances industry, with the world's largest production and sales volume, is a key driver of the country's consumption growth.
Women’s spending power grows in China
There are nearly 400 million female consumers aged 20-60 in China, with consumption expenditures of up to 10 trillion yuan annually.
7 countries offer to solve Philippines’ power problems
The United States, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Argentina, France and the United Kingdom had reached out to Manila to help lower energy costs.
India’s electronic goods export increases by 88% in seven years
Two decades ago, India was a net importer of most electronic goods, as well as industrial and auto electronic components.
Saudi Arabia confirms commitment to ‘OPEC Plus’ deal with Russia
While Saudi Arabia is seen as a kingpin of the original OPEC states, Russia is a major player among the countries that make up OPEC+.
Bangladesh loses 7 billion working hours a year to global warming: Study
At current temperatures, the global economy is losing US$280 to US$311 billion per year due to heat-related productivity losses.
Survey ranks Bangkok 6th best convention city in the world
Singapore, Beijing and Tokyo are the other Asian cities in the list.
Gold glitters as Russia-Ukraine conflict sends prices rising
Many consider the metal a safe asset.