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Follow the latest economic developments from across Asia, including China, India, and Southeast Asia. Get insights from local experts specializing in food and agribusiness, macroeconomics, and more.

Exclusive Escalation(s) or de-escalation(s) imminent?

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28 October 2026
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Exclusive Global pork quarterly Q4 2026: Weaker demand trends add new risks to 2027 production outlook

Global pork markets face weaker demand, rising costs, and shifting trade flows, increasing uncertainty around production plans for 2027.

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28 October 2026
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China’s coffee brands go regional, Part II: Multiple routes to growth in Southeast Asia

Chinese coffee brands can transfer their digital and value-led capabilities to Southeast Asia, but local adaptation will determine scalability.

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27 October 2026
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Global Daily: Another 2026 Day Ending in Y

Well, that was a classic 2026 Monday...

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27 October 2026
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Delivering freshness to consumers, Part II: Growth opportunities in China's cold chain market

China’s fragmented cold chain market is expected to grow and consolidate as requirements for scale, technology, and integrated services increase.

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26 October 2026
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Delivering freshness to consumers, Part I: How food retailers can shape China's cold chain development

China’s changing food demand requires more responsive cold chains, putting retailers at the center of supply chain development.

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26 October 2026
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Global Daily: Politics as Unusual

Elections, war and central banks are shaping up as dominant themes in financial markets this week, providing ample scope for volatility.

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26 October 2026
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China’s coffee brands go regional, Part I: From domestic growth to regional expansion in Southeast Asia

Chinese coffee companies excel in value, innovation, and digital convenience in the home market. Southeast Asia offers growth potential, but local adaptation will be key.

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20 October 2026
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When Trade Meets Economic Security

EU-China trade relationship under pressure

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15 October 2026
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Chinese F&A companies play strategic Go game to capture dividends in the global food economy

How can Chinese food and agribusiness companies leverage their strengths to capture three future dividends: food security, the global middle class, and supply chains?

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15 October 2026
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China's food industry: From capturing past dividends to creating future value

Chinese food and agribusiness companies are well placed to benefit from new to be found in food security, the new global middle class, and in supply chains.

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12 October 2026
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Exclusive Global poultry quarterly Q4 2026: Fast growth, rising costs and volatility, increasing market divergence

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28 September 2026
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