Nikkei 225, Hang Seng Index

In 2025, the median rent for a 1-bedroom in Hong Kong is $2,421. Nikada | E+ | Getty Images Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed Wednesday, breaking ranks from Wall Street losses, after the World Bank raised the region’s growth forecast Tuesday. That comes after a summer that saw U.S. tariff-led uncertainty rock the global economy. Japan’s benchmark…

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Iran protests escalate with deadly police clashes

Widespread protests in Iran over the country’s deteriorating economy escalated on Thursday, as protesters clashed with police in several provinces, leaving several dead. At least three protesters were killed and 17 others were wounded during an attack on a police station in Iran’s western province of Lorestan, the semi-official Fars news agency reported. Skirmishes… Source…

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