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Russia's central bank lifts limits on foreign currency transfers abroad from December 8

Russia's central bank will remove restrictions on foreign currency transfers abroad for Russian citizens and residents of “friendly countries” from December 8. Russia classifies countries as "friendly" or "unfriendly" based on …

Sri Lanka central bank warned local fx swaps are a ‘hot money operation’ by COPF members

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka central bank’s local swaps are a ‘hot money operation’, members of the parliament’s Committee on Public Finance have warned, amid concerns over its inability to build reserves in 2025. The COPF has also made a discovery that …

Macron Signals Potential EU Tariffs on China as Trade Imbalance Soars

Sun 07 Dec 2025 | 10:14 PM French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that the European Union may be forced to impose “tough measures,” including possible tariffs on Chinese goods, if Beijing fails to curb its rapidly widening trade surplus with Europe. …

China’s PBoC extends gold buying streak

SHANGHAI: China’s central bank has added to its gold reserves for a 13th straight month, according to recent data. Bullion held by the People’s Bank of China (PBoC) rose by 30,000 troy ounces last month, bringing the total to around 74.12 million troy …

Macron Threatens China with Tariffs Over Soaring EU Trade Deficit

French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that the European Union could be forced to take “strong measures” against China, including tariffs, if Beijing does not address its growing trade surplus with the bloc. Speaking to Les Echos, Macron said China’s …

China’s UnionPay in Brazil: Assessing the Security Risks

UnionPay, an institution controlled by the People’s Bank of China, is aggressively moving to begin domestic card operations in Brazil, initiating direct competition with Visa and Mastercard. The company aims to launch its card issuance program soon and …

China’s central bank buys gold for 13th consecutive month

Macron warns EU may hit China with tariffs over trade surplus

(Bloomberg) — French President Emmanuel Macron warned that the European Union may be forced to take “strong measures” against China, including potential tariffs, if Beijing fails to address its widening trade imbalance with the bloc. Most Read from …

Taipei MRT to allow credit card payment next year

Passengers should be able to pay for rides on the Taipei MRT using credit cards or Apple Pay’s express contactless protocol (ECP) beginning in July next year, Taipei Rapid Transit Corp (TRTC) said yesterday. New payment methods would undergo phased launch …

Local opinion: Trump's tariffs are helping make China great again

The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer: Ronald Eustice I am writing from Puno, Peru, on the shores of Lake Titicaca. After my next stop in Bolivia, I will have visited all South American countries. I am fluent in Spanish and can …

Economist Huang Yiping on why China’s AI push must be ‘job-oriented’

Huang Yiping is the dean of Peking University’s National School of Development and a member of the Monetary Policy Committee of the People’s Bank of China, the country’s central bank. He also sits on the Hong Kong stock exchange’s Mainland China Advisory …

Taipei Metro to allow payment by credit card in July 2026

Taipei, Dec. 7 (CNA) Passengers should be able to enter the Taipei Metro system using credit cards or Apple Pay's Express Contactless Protocol (ECP) beginning in July 2026, Taipei Rapid Transit Corp. (TRTC) confirmed to CNA on Sunday. According to a …

Mainland bank apps beat those in Hong Kong and Singapore, study says

Mainland Chinese customers enjoy the best mobile banking apps in Asia, but banks across the region still lag behind their Western counterparts when it comes to a great mobile experience, according to a global study. Three mainland lenders – Ping An Pocket …

Central banks rush to hoard gold as bitcoin joins reserve race

US designates bitcoin as a national reserve asset The trend towards safe-haven reserves is now spilling into digital assets, as sovereign institutions begin to diversify beyond bullion and major currencies. Bitcoin is increasingly being discussed as a …

"America Borrows and Becomes Wealthy. China Produces and Loses Profit"

On his YouTube channel, Klinkov claims that the U.S. national debt has exceeded 36 trillion dollars. However, in his opinion, this does not pose a real threat to the country. He explains that the United States primarily borrows money from its citizens, …

HSBC to occupy over 40,000 sq ft at Hong Kong's Capitol Centre in 2026

HSBC is set to occupy more than 40,000 sq ft of space in Capitol Centre in Causeway Bay, as Hong Kong's largest bank joins a growing list of finance and banking firms snapping up commercial space in the city. The London-headquartered lender signed a …

Mutual Recognition of Funds Between Ireland and Hong Kong: A Guide for Irish UCITS Seeking Hong Kong Market Access

In May 2025, the Securities and Futures Commission (the “SFC”) formally launched the mutual recognition of funds arrangement between Hong Kong and Ireland (the “Ireland-HK MRF”) in collaboration with the Central Bank of Ireland (the “CBI”), which marks a …

Coast Guard detects multiple Chinese, foreign vessels near KIG

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Saturday reported monitoring several Chinese and other foreign vessels operating in waters near the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) during a joint maritime domain awareness flight with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic …

China slow plays soybean purchases while cattle retrace to key levels

Howdy market watchers!  The countdown to Christmas is on! While several parts of the country received snow this week, there are plenty of areas on the dryer side void of any winter precipitation, as yet.  The US drought monitor is beginning to show those …

Same Day Garage Door, LLC Introduces Garage Door Replacement Program to Support Lima, OH Homes During Peak Winter Season

Same Day Garage Door Expands Residential Garage Door Replacement Services Ahead of Winter and Holiday Season in Lima and Allen County, Ohio LIMA, OH, UNITED STATES, December 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Same Day Garage Door, LLC, a trusted …

URS Invests in Yellow Visa, acquiring 40% Stake to Accelerate AI-Driven Immigration Automation

Yellow Visa, a Washington, D.C.-based law firm and global mobility company, today announced a strategic growth investment from URS, a UAE-based private equity WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, December 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Yellow Visa, a …

Global Immigration Partners PLLC Unveils In-Depth Report on EB-5 Investment Risks and How to Evaluate a Safe Project

Global Immigration Partners PLLC (GIP) published a comprehensive report titled “What Are the Risks of EB-5 Investments, and How Can I Evaluate a Safe Project?” WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, December 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global …

COGNNA announces a $9.2M Series A led by Impact46 with participation from BNVTCapital, VisionVentures, and TaliVentures.

COGNNA, the Saudi-based innovator in AI-led SecOps, announced during Black Hat MEA 2025 the closing of its Series A funding round, raising $9.2 million UNITED STATES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- COGNNA, the Saudi- …

Disruptive Futures Institute Names Metaruptions 2026 Word of the Year & Launches Roger Spitz’s Visionary Keynote Series

Celebrating Anniversary of Award-Winning Bestseller Disrupt With Impact, World Leading Futurist Speaker Debuts his 2026 Global Keynote Engagements SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, December 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the global landscape …

Payment as a Service Market Expected to Reach $53.6 Billion by 2031 | 21.4% CAGR Outlook

Payment as a Service Market is expanding rapidly as businesses adopt cloud-based, secure, and scalable digital payment solutions globally. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, December 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report Payment as …

Pinta Miami Acquisitions, Awards, and Highlights

Major institutional acquisitions and awards underscore Pinta Miami’s impact during Art Week MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, December 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some major highlights from the first few days of Pinta include at Pinta Miami was the …

Joseph Stone Capital Celebrates 12 Years of Client Success, Transparency, and Excellence

Investment Firm's Decade-Plus Track Record Shows Commitment to Client Satisfaction, Ethical Practices, and Resolving Any Client Concerns with Integrity GARDEN CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, December 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Joseph Stone …

Khon Kaen Emerges as Northeast Thailand’s Creative Economy Hub with Thai–Chinese–Isan Cultural Festival

KHON KAEN, THAILAND, December 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Khon Kaen is rapidly asserting itself as the “new economic city of Northeast Thailand,” leveraging a powerful blend of faith, culture, and creative economy. This vibrant transformation …

The coldest Ride on Earth: Why Mongolia is the ultimate Winter Destination for Adventurers

Colder than the South Pole: Mongolia’s 4x4 winter expeditions are not trips - they are trials of courage for those born to chase the extreme. ULAANBAATAR, MONGOLIA, December 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Snow crunches underfoot like breaking …

Seven Corbett Announces Exclusive 2026 New Year Trip Package in Jim Corbett

INDIA, December 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Seven Corbett resort launches Exclusive holiday package amid rising demand for nature-based year-end travel in jim Corbett Seven Corbett, a luxury resort in Ramnagar, Uttarakhand, has launched a …

Oriental Artisan Elevates Corporate Gifting with Curated Collection of Handcrafted Eastern Treasures

Oriental Artisan launches luxury corporate gifting: handmade Eastern treasures with white-glove support, customization, and global sourcing for clients. HONG KONG, December 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oriental Artisan, the premier e-commerce …

ARH Global Advisors Releases 2026 Manhattan Probate & Trust Real Estate Market Outlook

ARH Global Advisors Releases 2026 Manhattan Probate & Trust Real Estate Market Outlook MANHATTAN, NY, UNITED STATES, December 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ARH Global Advisors LLC has released its 2026 Manhattan Probate & Trust Real …

New Business Fable, 'Ten Things I Learned from the Billionaire,' Reveals the Hidden Wisdom of Billionaire Thinking

Calvin Barry Schwartz distills 25 years of behind-closed-doors mentorship into ten timeless principles he learned from the Billionaire. ROBERTSVILLE, PA, UNITED STATES, December 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What does a quarter-century of …

Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions—Marquee French Riviera Lot in Inaugural Abu Dhabi Collectors' Week Pending Sale for €17.25M

Extraordinary Mediterranean estate in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, FR pending sale at historic auction in cooperation with Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sotheby’s Concierge …

1cPublishing Unveils Agentic Ai: A Next-Generation Platform to Transform Data Into Actionable Insights

Platform powered by Agentic Ai that reviews stock markets and boosts productivity through powerful knowledge visualization and exploration tools. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 1cPublishing has officially …

Announcing the 'Trump Accounts' Free Coloring Book

Any child born after December 31, 2024, and before January 1, 2029, is eligible to have a Trump Account. The government provides an initial deposit of $1,000. ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- St. Louis-based Really …

Riyadh Concludes First International Nonprofit Forum with 3,800 Participants and 43 Agreements Signed

Riyadh Concludes First International Nonprofit Forum with 3,800 Participants and 43 Agreements Signed RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, December 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Center for Non-Profit Sector (NCNP) has wrapped up the first …

Notice to Former First Republic Customers With Investment Losses

KlaymanToskes Offers Free, Confidential Consultations to Discuss Potential Recovery Options for First Republic Investors NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law firm …

Colorado Father and Son Uncover Full Bitcoin in Cardsmiths’ Currency Summer 2025 Trading Card Pack

Excitement is rippling through the Cardsmiths community with the discovery of a full, 1 Bitcoin from Cardsmiths' Currency Series Trading Card Pack. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Excitement is rippling …