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More exporters leveraging benefits of free trade pacts: Govt

In 2025-26, India's ten largest import partner countries were China, UAE, Russia, US, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Hong Kong, Switzerland, Singapore and Japan, as per govt data.

The Economic Times · Aug 7

From Typhoon Dim-sum to frogs and snakes: Asia’s cyclones feature unusual names

Inspired by the mouth-watering snack, 'Dim-sum' has been added to the official list of names for future tropical cyclones in the western North Pacific and the South China Sea.

The Times of India · Aug 7

Oil extends gains and stocks mostly down on fresh Hormuz worries

HONG KONG - Oil prices extended gains and most stocks fell further on Friday amid fading optimism over a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as reports said Iran was planning to block US and Israeli ships from the waterway as part of a deal with Oman.

Bangkok Post · Aug 7

Tech Brief (Aug. 6): U.S. Drafts Ban on Chinese Optical Modules, Exposing Mutual Supply Chain Risks

MiniMax shares surge after joining Hong Kong Stock Connect, Unitree IPO opens with bids implying up to 55 billion yuan valuation

Caixin Global · Aug 6

Nasdaq Futures Slip as Western Digital and Sandisk Sink on Disappointing Guidance

September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are down -0.42% this morning as concerns about the AI trade linger after forecasts from Western Digital and Sandisk fell short of investors’ lofty expectations.

Barchart · Aug 6

Global Market: China stocks hold steady as gold miners gain, tech shares slip; Hong Kong dragged by insurers

The Chinese stock market showed minimal fluctuation as gold shares increased, counteracting declines in tech. Meanwhile, Hong Kong faced market pressure as insurer stocks plummeted sharply. Investors are closely monitoring U.S.-China trade relations, with forthcoming trade data expected to shed light on China's economic condition. It is expected that policymakers…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Global Market: Prudential shares tumble as China offshore insurance tax report rattles investors

Shares of Prudential plunged after reports that Chinese tax authorities had begun collecting personal income tax on returns from offshore insurance policies, stoking concerns over tighter regulatory oversight of cross-border investments. The development also weighed on other Hong Kong-focused financial stocks amid fears of weaker demand from mainland Chinese customers.

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Global Market: Hong Kong insurers slump after report on China taxing offshore policy income

Hong Kong-listed insurance stocks slumped after reports that Chinese tax authorities have begun levying a 20% personal income tax on income earned from offshore insurance policies. The move has raised concerns over demand from mainland Chinese customers, weighing on insurers and financial stocks with significant cross-border exposure.

The Economic Times · Aug 6

One 75 Minute Interval Session a Week Cut Body Fat as Much as Three Shorter Ones in a 315 Person Trial

A Hong Kong randomized trial found weekly interval training matched three sessions for fat loss, but blood pressure and cholesterol did not change.

Medical Daily · Aug 5

Xabi Alonso reveals Cole Palmer injury latest in two-man Chelsea update

Blues were dealt a double blow before kick-off in Hong Kong on Wednesday

Evening Standard · Aug 5