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Russia's economy is in a "death zone" due to Putin's war on Ukraine, with GDP stagnation, halved oil revenue, and a rapidly draining budget deficit.
A federal judge has accused the Trump administration of "terrorizing" immigrants, while the US economy slowed more than expected in the fourth quarter of 2025 due to the government shutdown. The judge's comments come as the economy struggles to recover, with GDP growth at 1.4% last quarter. The administration's immigration policies and the economic slowdown have raised concerns about the country's direction.
Asian stocks are set to begin the week on a subdued note, with holiday-thinned trading expected to keep volumes light as investors await a fresh round of economic data later this week for direction. Markets are likely to be cautious ahead of key data releases, including GDP growth and inflation numbers. This cautious approach is likely to dominate trading in the region.
Japan's economy has narrowly avoided recession with a weak return to growth in the final quarter of 2025, according to the latest GDP figures. The country's Nikkei 225 index fell 0.24% in response to the news, while the broader Topix shed 0.8%. The growth figures fell short of expectations, sparking concerns about the economy's momentum.
Japan's economy has narrowly avoided recession with a modest return to growth in the final quarter of 2025, although the country's GDP figures fell short of forecasts. The news has been met with a lukewarm response from investors, with shares falling in Tokyo. The country's economic growth is a welcome relief, but experts warn that challenges still lie ahead.
The world is undergoing significant changes, from the Olympics phasing out PFAS waxes to the decline of vegan fine dining. Meanwhile, concerns over climate change and its economic impact are growing, with experts warning of a potential global financial crash. China, however, is leading the way in clean energy, with the sector driving over a third of its GDP growth.
As the world transitions to cleaner energy sources, countries like China and India are making significant strides, with China's clean energy sector contributing over a third of its GDP growth in 2025. Meanwhile, the US is exploring ways to optimize energy efficiency and reduce costs, while California considers a pioneering carbon capture project.
Indian stocks have experienced their worst start to a year in over a decade. The S&P BSE Sensex shed approximately $360 billion in market capitalization during the first three weeks of the year. India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate dipping to a six-year low of 4.2% in the quarter ending September 2022.