Developing Asia-Pacific economy set to grow 5% in 2026

dohastandard.comSeptember 24, 2026September 25, 2026

September 24, 2026September 25, 2026

Economic growth across developing Asia and the Pacific is forecast to slow to 5.0% in 2026. The region expanded 5.5% in 2025, according to the...

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Gold extends three-day rally before US inflation reports

dohastandard.comAugust 11, 2026August 12, 2026

August 11, 2026August 12, 2026

Gold climbed for a third straight session on Tuesday, extending a sharp rebound from last week. Spot gold rose 1% to $4,432.74 an ounce by...

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ADB cuts Asia Pacific 2026 growth forecast to 4.9%

dohastandard.comJuly 9, 2026July 10, 2026

July 9, 2026July 10, 2026

The Asian Development Bank cut its 2026 growth forecast for developing Asia and the Pacific to 4.9%. The bank cited prolonged global energy disruption and...

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Nikkei falls as caution returns to Tokyo stocks

dohastandard.comApril 9, 2026April 10, 2026

April 9, 2026April 10, 2026

TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average fell on Thursday as investors pulled back after a powerful relief rally, with renewed concern over Middle East tensions and higher oil prices...