Global Quarterly Q3 2026
Much has changed since our last Global Quarterly magazine as we find economies facing even more headwinds ahead.
Riding on Malaysia’s auto sector
In 2025, Malaysia overtook Indonesia in Southeast Asia’s automotive market. The question is if the country can deepen the domestic supply chain to attract foreign investors.
Next Week in China: 28 September-2 October 2026
The coming week will be relatively light in terms of data releases for China markets. Monday, 28 September, is a public and market holiday in Taiwan, while markets in Hong Kong and mainland China will be closed for National Day on 1 October.
How to beat the heat – Sound Economies with Mel & Peter, 24 September 2026
A severe El Niño is set to compound challenges faced by Developing Asia, but countries well into the AI supply chain may feel less burdened. As our podcast marks its second year, we also assess potential gains from a Philippines-EU... Read More →
Can Japan pass the baton? Venture capital meets the succession crunch
Japan’s SMEs are running a relay race, but many are struggling to find someone to take the baton.
Next Week in China: 21-25 September 2026
The coming week will be relatively light in terms of data releases. Friday, 25 September, is a public and market holiday in mainland China and Taiwan for the Mid-Autumn Festival.
There Xi goes again – Sound Economies with Mel & Peter, 17 September 2026
Preparatory talks are underway ahead of President Xi Jinping’s meeting with US President Donald Trump in the White House. We expect the tariff war and rare earths exports on the agenda, but we think that the US will seek China’s... Read More →
Still a green light for British renewables
UK energy keeps hitting gold with renewable energy and its net zero goals.
Next Week in China: 14-18 September 2026
August economic activity data are in focus next week in China, with retail sales and fixed asset investment numbers likely to underline the continued divergence between resilient services demand and weak momentum for goods and investments.
An unexpected winner – Sound Economies with Mel & Peter, 10 September 2026
Oil prices remain elevated as the US-Iran conflict enters its sixth month, and Brazil is emerging a winner as it gains market share in global oil exports. In our 100th podcast episode, we also look at Thailand’s attempt to boost... Read More →