| 1 | Asian markets steady as investors brace for tariff deadline and Fed — APAC equities were mixed as markets await U.S.–China trade negotiations and the Fed’s policy decision. Gains in Taiwan and Australia were offset by falls in Tokyo and Hong Kong amid tariff uncertainty. | https://www.reuters.com/world/china/global-markets-wrapup-1-2025-07-30/ |
| 2 | Flurry of U.S.–Asia trade deals offers relief—some wait — The U.S. has struck tariff agreements with Japan, Indonesia, and the Philippines, reducing proposed rates; however, several countries, including South Korea and Thailand, still face looming escalation ahead of an August 1 deadline. | https://apnews.com/article/55bcd9a06126686d8d2ed4897398719e |
| 3 | Japan & South Korea scramble as Trump threatens tariffs — Tokyo and Seoul responded sharply to Trump’s threats of steep new tariffs unless trade deals are sealed by August 1, engaging in urgent negotiations amid political tension. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/07/08/trump-tariffs-japan-south-korea-asia/ |
| 4 | Barclays reshuffles APAC investment banking leadership — Barclays appointed new heads for key APAC roles (capital markets, M&A, Australia, India) as part of a £2 billion global cost-cutting plan and focus on regional growth. | https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/barclays-reshuffles-apac-investment-banking-leadership-boost-regional-presence-2025-07-03/ |
| 5 | India slips to 4th in APAC investor rankings; semiconductor wave draws fund managers — According to a BofA survey, India has dropped from its top spot as investors pivot toward semiconductor-driven momentum across the region. | https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/indias-stock-market-slips-to-fourth-in-apac-investor-rankings-fund-managers-pivot-to-semiconductor-wave-report/articleshow/122781022.cms |
| 6 | U.S. business delegation heads to China amid trade threat deadline — Led by FedEx CEO, U.S.–China Business Council delegates meet Chinese officials in hopes of reviving trade talks ahead of looming tariff escalation planned for mid‑August. | https://www.reuters.com/world/china/us-business-delegation-visit-china-scmp-says-2025-07-27/ |
| 7 | Global economies show resilience despite tariff fears—Asia mixed — Recent PMI surveys show resilience globally, while Asia sees varied results: Japan and Australia grew despite soft export orders, and Indian overseas demand supports expansion. | https://www.wsj.com/economy/global/global-economies-show-resilience-despite-tariff-fears-surveys-show-51a74a83 |
| 8 | Ad fatigue hits hard—2 in 3 consumers in Southeast Asia tune out ads — A new report shows that 60–70% of Southeast Asian consumers, especially Gen Z, are experiencing ad fatigue, prompting marketers to adopt more relevant omnichannel strategies. | https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250730174210/en/Ad-Fatigue-Hits-Hard-in-Southeast-Asia-2-in-3-Consumers-Tune-Out-Repetitive-Ads |
| 9 | InfoComm Asia 2025 sees surge in international buyers — Bangkok’s professional AV expo attracted nearly 8,000 attendees from 53 countries, with over 40% international visitors and 250+ product launches—undercoring regional tech innovation. | https://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/infocomm-asia-2025-surpasses-last-years-international-buyers-enforcing-the-growth-of-high-quality-projects-in-asia-pacific-302515783.html |
| 10 | ADB lowers Asia-Pacific growth forecast to 4.7% for 2025 — The Asian Development Bank trimmed its growth projection for developing Asia to 4.7% in 2025 and 4.6% in 2026, citing trade uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and China’s property slowdown. | https://www.adb.org/news/adb-lowers-economic-growth-forecast-asia-and-pacific |
