Asia braces for the Trump effect

The US president said that more talks between the US and Iran will take place later this week.

Even as the market cap for digital currencies rises, experts say regulators in Asia will prioritise a prudent oversight path rather than follow Washington in lockstep; HK and Singapore's rivalry is set to continue.

Despite the market's improved mood music, investment experts have reined in their expectations for this weekend's Osaka summit and remain wary of the economic downside.

Shockwaves around the world have made political analysis a must for investors in Asia. But is the really smart play to look beyond the short-term news flows and stick to fundamentals?

North Koreans are starting to form free markets and trade goods, a sign the planned economy is gradually accepting market forces. Could it lead to rapprochement?