The question of how far and quickly the yuan will fall depends on Beijing's resolve in countering Donald Trump's tariffs with stimulus measures.

As China's economy struggles, officials in Beijing have the arduous task of formulating a policy response that can ensure sustainable growth in what promises to be a challenging year ahead.

China has ramped up its support for the yuan with tweaks to its capital controls and a vow to crack down on market disruption, after the currency dropped close to a record low against the dollar in offshore trading.

Base metals declined after US President Donald Trump said he would likely enact tariffs on Mexico and Canada by Feb. 1, hurting market sentiment even as he held off from imposing levies on China.

Years of good growth and sound policymaking have given the region’s policymakers more wriggle room to navigate what is shaping up to be an increasingly tricky year for their economies

Asian stock markets are trading mostly higher on Thursday, supported by positive cues from Wall Street overnight. Gains are led by China, where multiple government departments unveiled medium- and long-term investment plans to boost capital market confidence.

The 5% expansion is in line with the target set by Beijing, but it is the weakest since 1990, excluding the pandemic years.

As the world braces for Donald Trump’s return, uncertainty looms over the future of the international geopolitical landscape. While Africa has historically been a peripheral focus for the United States (US), South Africa has increasingly drawn Washington’s ire for its perceived antagonistic foreign policy positions.

Asian markets were mixed Friday as data showing China's economy grew slightly quicker than expected last year failed to inspire investors, with Beijing battling to revive consumption and boost the battered property sector.

Most Asian markets extended a global rally Wednesday as investors gave a cautious welcome to Donald Trump's first full day in office amid hopes he will take a more cautious approach on trade than initially feared.

Hang Seng jumps 2% on China’s stimulus and upbeat US-China talks. Tech stocks soar as optimism drives investor sentiment.