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Why are some of Asia’s largest economies declining?

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The Asian Development Bank or ADB has downgraded its predictions for growth forecasts among the regions developing economies

The ADB has cited deteriorating conditions due to China’s “zero Covid” lockdowns, a rise in interest rates in developing countries and the war in Ukraine.

Two big economies in Asia, China and India are expected to grow %4.6 percent in 2022 and 5.2% in 2023 according to the latest data. 

In April the ADB had a higher growth prediction at 5.2 and 5.3 percent respectively.

South Korea’s economic forecast was also been slashed

For China’s economy, the report cited “disruptions from China’s new covid lockdowns” and “weaker global demand”.

But moving against the negative trend, are the pacific island nations.

Their forecasts revised positively from 3.9 percent to 4.7 percent.

The ADB cited a stronger than anticipated rebound from tourism.

The gloomy predictions from the ADB have come as a warning for the global economy.

The International Monetary Fund has also stated that it will substantially downgrade its forecast for the global economy.

It does seem like their needs to be a global economic rebound but how will we get it?

Perhaps the answer lies in good economic management

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Global markets outperform US stocks by largest margin as AI tech rallies in 2025

Global markets outperform US stocks in 2025, marking widest gap since 2009 as international gains surge

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Global markets outperform US stocks in 2025, marking the widest gap since 2009 as international gains surge

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– Global markets outperformed U.S. stocks in 2025, with international equities showing significant gains.
– Helen Jewell highlighted that international performance was key, aided by the U.S. dollar’s decline.

In 2025, U.S. investors watching AI stocks closely may have missed the bigger picture: international markets delivered their strongest performance against U.S. equities in over three decades. While the S&P 500 rose just 15%, foreign markets outperformed by more than 10 percentage points, led by South Korea, Peru, and other European nations.

Helen Jewell, BlackRock’s CIO, highlighted that the dollar’s 13% decline earlier in the year further amplified returns for Americans holding foreign assets. This marked the widest performance gap since 2009 and reminded investors of the value of diversification beyond domestic tech giants.

Continued Tech Rally

Nvidia, Tesla, and Palantir Technologies emerged as the most-viewed ticker pages on Yahoo Finance in 2025. Nvidia alone attracted 250 million page views, while Palantir soared an eye-popping 140% for the year. Despite this hype, the S&P 500 lagged behind global peers, showing that concentrated U.S. tech gains can mask broader market opportunities.

U.S. stocks saw a boost after Micron Technology exceeded earnings expectations, jumping 10% on strong AI-related demand. The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund also gained 1.5%, driven by semiconductor optimism. However, analysts warn investors to avoid over-concentration in U.S. tech, even if AI-driven rallies persist into 2026.

As portfolios prepare for next year, the key question is whether semiconductor demand will expand beyond AI applications. Diversification remains essential, balancing excitement over tech gains with the risks of narrow market exposure.

 


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Australia’s sharemarket set for weakest annual return in three years

Australia’s sharemarket set for weakest return in three years; gains from gold and critical minerals offset blue-chip losses.

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Australia’s sharemarket set for weakest return in three years; gains from gold and critical minerals offset blue-chip losses.


Australia’s sharemarket is on track for its weakest annual return in three years, with the S&P/ASX 200 Index expected to finish 2025 up around 6 per cent. Investors are feeling the impact of major losses from blue-chip companies, including Commonwealth Bank and CSL, which have dragged overall performance.

Despite the slow year, certain sectors provided a boost. Gains were largely driven by surging gold prices and rising interest in critical minerals, helping offset some of the losses from larger companies.

Smaller companies in the resources sector outperformed their larger counterparts, highlighting a shift in investor focus towards niche opportunities and high-demand commodities.

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US stocks surge amid AI hype despite market volatility

US stock market bounced back, S&P 500 up 16% in 2023, driven by AI excitement amid policy uncertainties.

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US stock market bounced back, S&P 500 up 16% in 2023, driven by AI excitement amid policy uncertainties.


The US stock market has experienced a rollercoaster year, with the S&P 500 nearly entering a bear market in April due to tariff concerns. Investor sentiment shifted following policy changes from President Trump, setting the stage for a dramatic rebound.

By June, the S&P 500 was hitting new records, fueled by excitement over artificial intelligence and its impact on the tech sector. Corporate profit forecasts improved, contributing to an overall annual gain of 16%, despite ongoing market fluctuations.

Yet, the S&P 500 still trails international markets, reflecting lingering policy uncertainties in the US.

Investors are watching closely to see how domestic and global factors will shape the next year.

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