Aarav Shen
Aarav Shen is an esteemed journalist with over 15 years of experience reporting on business, finance, and economics. With a rich background that spans from Southeast Asia to the heart of Wall Street, Aarav offers a piercing global perspective on market dynamics and economic policy. His work, recognized for its depth and clarity, has shaped international dialogue, making him a trusted voice in a complex industry. Currently based in Hong Kong, he distills intricate financial trends into compelling narratives for a worldwide audience.
Hong Kong Stocks Extend Rally on Hopes of US Tariff Cuts Ahead of Trade Talks
Hong Kong stocks extended their winning streak to a seventh consecutive session on Friday, marking the longest rally in over a year, as investor...
Alibaba Refocuses on Core Businesses Amid Internal Integration and AI Push
Alibaba Group is refocusing its operations by fostering internal collaboration across its various business units and emphasizing core strategic priorities, particularly in e-commerce and...
Global Tungsten Industry Faces Shake-Up as China Tightens Export Controls
Tungsten producers in developed countries, especially those tied to the defence sector, are facing urgent supply chain disruptions after China abruptly halted exports of...
Nvidia to Launch Downgraded H20 AI Chip in China Amid Export Curbs
Nvidia is preparing to launch a downgraded version of its H20 artificial intelligence chip in China within the next two months, in response to...
Asia’s Wealthy Shift Investments Away from U.S. Amid Tariff Uncertainty
Some of Asia’s wealthiest families are significantly reducing their exposure to U.S. investments, citing increased unpredictability following President Donald Trump's tariff policies. One major...
Bitcoin Surges Past $100,000 as U.S.-UK Trade Deal Calms Market Fears
Bitcoin soared above the $100,000 mark on Thursday for the first time since early February, propelled by renewed investor optimism following a significant trade...
China’s April Export Growth Surpasses Expectations Amid Tariff Tensions
China’s exports in April outperformed expectations, driven by a rush from overseas manufacturers to secure goods ahead of a looming U.S. tariff deadline. Outbound...
Oil Prices Rise on Trade Optimism and Geopolitical Tensions
Oil prices edged higher on Friday, building on a 3% surge from the previous session, as easing trade tensions between the United States and...
Mitsubishi Heavy Projects Profit Growth Despite Tariff Risks and Missed Estimates
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is forecasting a 9.6% increase in operating profit for the fiscal year ending March 2026, driven by strong demand in the...
China’s Soybean Imports Drop to Decade Low Amid Delays and Trade Tensions
China’s soybean imports in April fell to their lowest level in a decade, reaching just 6.08 million metric tons—a 29.1% drop compared to the...
Commerzbank Posts Strong Quarterly Profit, Fending Off UniCredit Takeover
Commerzbank has posted a nearly 12% rise in net profit for the first quarter, reaching 834 million euros ($936 million), surpassing the forecast of...
China Confident in Managing U.S. Trade Issues Amid Ongoing Tariff Disputes
China has expressed full confidence in its ability to handle ongoing trade issues with the United States, according to Vice Foreign Minister Hua Chunying....
IAG to Order 53 New Long-Haul Aircraft from Airbus and Boeing
IAG, the parent company of British Airways, has announced plans to place an order for 53 new long-haul aircraft from Airbus and Boeing. The...
Nippon Steel Reports Decline in Net Profit Amid Challenging Year
Nippon Steel, Japan's leading steelmaker, reported a net profit of 350.2 billion yen ($2.41 billion) for the fiscal year ending in March, representing a...
