India central bank surplus transfer: Likely record $31.2B
The India central bank surplus transfer of ₹2.69 trillion (about $31.5 billion) to the government for FY25 is described as a record buffer amid rising energy
Oil and gas prices lift profits push Equinor past Q1
Oil and gas prices lift profits as Equinor posts Q1 earnings above expectations, driven by solid gas production and higher European gas prices and liquids
China factory activity expansion persists despite
China factory activity expansion persists as March 2026 shows a return to growth amid export momentum, though the degree and index vary and Iran-related
New Zealand job growth March: Adds Jobs in March Despite
New Zealand job growth March remained supported by rising job ads and a resilient labor market, though official filled-jobs totals for March were not yet
Japan aluminum supply reliance hits shortfall amid Middle
Japan aluminum supply reliance is intensifying as Middle East tensions disrupt routes, push up premiums to multi-year highs, and prompt Japan to diversify
ECB rate hike June inflation rising Bloomberg survey
The ECB rate hike June inflation rising Bloomberg survey suggests the ECB will lift rates in June as inflation is expected to rise this year, per Bloomberg
Malaysia has room to expand fiscal support for industries
Malaysia still has room to deploy fiscal support for industries impacted by the fallout of the Iran war, per Zafrul Aziz, with Budget 2026 framed within the
Japan bond auction demand trend aligns with 12-month average
Japan bond auction demand trend remained in line with the 12-month average for at least the 2-year and 20-year maturities, indicating steady investor interest
Indonesia expands biodiesel mandate amid energy policy
Indonesia’s energy policy shift biodiesel mandate is under discussion for expansion toward B50, with mentions of intermediate targets like B40 and B35 but no
Oil imports widening current account deficit hits India as
The focus is on oil imports widening current account deficit. Updates as details emerge.