Japan, like its Western allies, has been working to cut reliance on China for minerals vital to making cars, smartphones…
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China uses mineral dominance to squeezeJapan after Taiwan remarks – Firstpost
The dispute between two Asian neighbors began in November when Takaichi made comments that suggested Japan could deploy its military…
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India’s CPI inflation rises to 1.33 % in December as food prices firm up – Firstpost
Fading base effects and firmer food prices lift inflation, but disinflation trend remains intact India’s consumer price inflation rose to…
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What Donald Trump is doing to ‘get rid’ of Fed chief Jerome Powell – Firstpost
United States President Donald Trump is at loggerheads with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, the latter of whom has now…
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Startups seek stronger incentives, easier credit and tax relief – Firstpost
Founders call for targeted subsidies, simpler compliance, and better access to funding as early-stage ventures struggle with credit bottlenecks and…
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India’s Reliance Industries said on Monday that its plans for battery storage manufacturing remain unchanged, following a Bloomberg News report…
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Key numbers to watch as India’s FM Sitharaman prepares her ninth budget – Firstpost
From fiscal deficit and capex to tax relief and growth assumptions, the fine print will define India’s economic direction in…
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Gold, silver climb to fresh peaks on safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions – Firstpost
Gold remains supported by steady demand amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty, while silver draws strength from persistent supply shortages and rising…
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US to provide $45 million aid to Thailand, Cambodia to support regional stability – Firstpost
The United States, which played a major role in ending border clashes last year between Thailand and Cambodia, will be…
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After zero inflation in 2025, is China heading to a deflation year – Firstpost
Price wars, overcapacity and collapsing margins threaten to entrench deflation despite Beijing’s stimulus push The world’s second-largest economy, China, is…
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