Economic news

At first glance, the idea of buying more of something that’s falling in value might seem counterintuitive. Yet for some traders, averaging down is a way to adjust their position and manage their overall entry price when markets move unexpectedly. It’s a strategy that raises important questions about risk, timing and discipline – and whether adding to a losing trade can ever make sense in the long run.

Vietnam’s housing market is undergoing a period of adjustment, influenced by shifting demand, tighter credit conditions and evolving government policy.

Japan’s housing market in 2025 presents contrasting trends. Major urban centres such as Tokyo continue to record steady growth, supported by foreign investment and a weak yen, while many regional areas face declining demand and persistent oversupply.

Derivatives take many forms – from well-known instruments such as futures and options to newer contracts linked to weather, freight or even cryptocurrencies. While most are used to manage risk or gain market exposure, some have developed in more specialised and unconventional ways.

The markets price-in a 25 basis point cut to the overnight cash rate to 2.25%, with a small chance of a 50 basis point move.

Uncertainty about the path forward for US monetary policy is the critical driver of recent weakness in global equities.

Market volatility remains high as investors look to get further clues on what the Federal Reserve could do at the December meeting

Periods of falling prices can challenge even experienced traders, yet they remain an integral part of the market cycle.

Women’s participation in global finance continues to grow, with investors, executives and entrepreneurs playing increasingly prominent roles across asset management, venture capital and technology.

The delayed September US jobs data shows a picture of resilience, but markets increase the odds of a rate cut in December