Business & Trade

From Surgeon to Financier: What Connects Dr Anshul Gupta to a 650-Year-Old London Institution?

Business Asanga Divulweva -
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM — 20 OCTOBER 2026 Dr Anshul Gupta is a businessman, expert in digital finance, and investor whose...

Why Big Investors in India Are Moving from Homes to Offices, Warehouses and Data Centres

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
The US$85.5 billion figure quantifies India's property market and indicates the preferred investment destinations for savvy investors. Big investors...
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Will Australia’s New Crypto Regulations Push Smaller Exchanges Out of the Market?

Business Asanga Divulweva -
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, October 16, 2026—What would need to happen for a cryptocurrency exchange to operate in Australia if the...

Sri Lanka’s Debt Crisis Nears a Turning Point: Can IMF Confidence Deliver Lasting Economic Prosperity?

Business Asanga Divulweva -
BANGKOK, Thailand, October 15, 2026 – Is it possible for a nation emerging from one of its most devastating...

Australia’s Business Confidence Plunges to Near-Crisis Levels: Are Rising Fuel Costs and Interest Rates Threatening Economic Growth?

Business Asanga Divulweva -
CANBERRA, 13 October 2026—There is no doubt that the increase in fuel prices, borrowing costs and uncertainty regarding the...

Buy a Villa, Earn While Away: Kumar Sangakkara’s Ambitious Bet on Indian Property Investors

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, 12 October 2026 – What if a vacation in Sri Lanka is not just an ordinary...

US$200,000 in the Pipeline: How Sri Lankan Exporters Are Tapping into the Maldives’ Tourism Boom

Business Asanga Divulweva -
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, 9 October 2026 — Could it be that Sri Lanka’s next opportunity to export doesn’t lie...

Amazon’s AI Revolution Has a Hidden Price—Why Are Nearly 1,000 Retail Jobs Disappearing?

Business Asanga Divulweva -
Oct 8, 2026, NEW DELHI, India — As Amazon’s next phase of expansion is heavily affected by artificial intelligence,...

Global Food Prices Rise as Weather Risks and Transport Disruptions Threaten Food Security

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
The most recent figure represents the highest level that was recorded by the index since November 2022. Even though...

Australia’s Dollar Is Shifting—Could One Currency Move Turn a Profitable Deal Into a Costly One?

Business & Trade Asanga Divulweva -
Sydney, Australia – October 6, 2026 – What could be in Australia this week, business-wise, turns out to be...

A Shopping Centre Barely One Year Old Just Sold for A$53.87 million—Here’s Why

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
MELBOURNE, Australia, October 5, 2026 — A shopping centre that opened only a year ago has already become the...

Sri Lanka Sets Its Inflation Target at 5%—But the Starting Point Is a Troubling 8%

Business Asanga Divulweva -
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, October 5, 2026 -- In another interesting policy declaration, Sri Lanka has set a new target...

Ghana’s $21 Billion Crypto Surge Raises a Bigger Question: Can Regulation Keep Pace?

Business Asanga Divulweva -
GHANA, Accra, 2 October 2026 – Ghana is experiencing an amazing digital transformation in the financial sector, with an...

Fonterra’s FY26 results and 2026/27 outlook

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
The issue has become more significant because international meteorological agencies are forecasting an unusually strong El Niño. The World...

Why Is Global Food Insecurity Still Rising? Conflict, Climate Shocks and High Prices Drive Risks

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Acute food insecurity is continuing to stay at very high levels throughout the entire globe. The main drivers for...

What India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement Means for Exporters as FTA Starts October 20

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
India and New Zealand are preparing (NZ) to put their long-awaited free trade agreement (FTA) into operation on Tuesday,...

US$3.9 Billion to Grow, US$4.7 Billion to Unlock: CDL’s Bold New Property Strategy

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
SINGAPORE, 28 September 2026—City Developments Limited (CDL) has launched its bold three-year plan worth billions of dollars, but the...

Singapore’s August Exports Leap 46.2% as AI Technology Demand Drives Electronics Boom

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Singapore’s export sector delivered an unexpectedly powerful performance in August, with non-oil domestic exports (NODX) jumping 46.2% from a...

New Zealand and Australia Push Ahead With Deeper Economic Integration After September CER Talks

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
New Zealand (NZ) and Australia have moved to deepen their long-standing economic partnership, with trade ministers using their September...

The Food Security Battle Australia Didn’t Expect: Why the Farm Is Only the Beginning

Food Security Asanga Divulweva -
CANBERRA, 24 September 2026 — As much as events taking place in fields, the future of food security is...

Uganda’s Export Earnings Rise 10% in July as Gold Shipments Drive Stronger Trade Performance

Business Sharya Christiana -
Uganda, a Commonwealth member, recorded stronger export earnings in July this year (2026), with the value of goods sold...

UK Trade Shows Mixed July Picture as Exports Rise Alongside Stronger Import Demand

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Britain’s trading performance delivered a mixed picture in July, with both exports and imports of goods increasing during the...

Australia’s Building Boom Is Running Out of Room

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
SYDNEY, 22 September 2026 — The appearance of cranes over major cities in Australia brings about a second construction...

From Property Sales to YouTube: How a Sri Lankan Developer Built a Digital Audience

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
A silver medal, which was previously associated with Internet influencers, is now making a welcome appearance in the real...

37.8 Million People Face Food Insecurity as Health Crisis Deepens Across Horn of Africa

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
The Greater Horn of Africa is at present undergoing a major food-security and health crisis which keeps worsening day...

Bangladesh’s Energy System Under Pressure as Gulf Crisis Disrupts Fuel and LNG Supplies

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Rising LNG prices, disrupted shipping routes, and shortages of imported gas are putting fresh pressure on Bangladesh’s power sector,...

New Zealand Clears India Trade Pact, Opening a New Chapter for Exporters

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
New Zealand (NZ) has taken a significant step towards deepening its economic relationship with India after Parliament approved the...

Africa’s Food Security Under Pressure as El Niño Threatens Harvests and Highlights Need for Resilient Seeds

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Food systems in Africa are currently facing yet another test as an increasingly strengthening El Niño causes threats to...

Australia’s Housing Market Is Slumping—So Why Are 95% of Sellers Still Making Money?

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
Australia's housing market appears to be struggling; however, property sales statistics indicate that sellers still enjoy a significant buffer...

East Africa Braces for Growing Food-Security Pressures as El Niño Threatens Crops

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
East Africa is at present undergoing a food-security threat due to the increasing climate extremes, weak harvests, rising grain...

Malaysia’s Timber Trade Holds Firm as First-Half Shipments Reach RM9.4 Billion

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Malaysia’s timber industry has managed to sustain a substantial presence in international trade. It recorded exports valued at approximately...

Australia’s Housing Shock Starts at the Top — Is the Property Pyramid About to Crack?

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
Australia’s real estate market may display an unusual tendency: the first houses that lose value are not necessarily the...

Australia’s Property Stocks Are Plunging—But Could the Biggest Threat Also Create the Biggest Opportunity?

Real Estate Rohan Gunaratna -
SYDNEY, Australia — September 10, 2026: Australia's property sector received a new update that pointed out the results of...

The 2050 Crisis: Will Billions Struggle to Get Food, Water and Energy?

Food Security Senuri Vithanage -
A new study led by MIT researchers looks ahead to 2050. It asks a challenging question: who will struggle...

Why Are Australians Spending Less as Interest Rates and Petrol Prices Rise?

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Australian households are tightening their wallets as higher borrowing costs & expensive petrol reshape spending. Recent national accounts show...

Australia’s Property Investment Map Is Being Rewritten: Where the Smart Money Is Moving in 2026

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
The commercial real estate market in Australia is continuing its intriguing transition. Instead of only focusing on major complexes...

Australia’s Agricultural Production Forecast to Decline Despite Strong Crop Outlook

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Australia’s agricultural sector is expected to experience a modest decline in production value during the 2026–27 financial year, although...

New Zealand House Prices Sink to a Three-Year Low — But Buyers Still Aren’t Biting

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
WELLINGTON, 7 September 2026 – The housing market in New Zealand is showing a hint that the growth of...

Sri Lanka Faces a Dual Challenge as Drought Threatens Farms and New Food Safety Policy Takes Shape

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Sri Lanka is under pressure, which is growing on its food system. The situation comes as a severe drought...

Mumbai Is Running Out of Land—And Its Next Housing Boom Is Hidden in the City It Already Has

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
MUMBAI, India --- September 4, 2026  --- The real estate sector in Mumbai has started to change in a...

AI Takes Centre Stage in Africa’s Push for Climate-Smart Agriculture

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
When one refers to Africa's fight to build more resilient and productive agricultural systems, artificial intelligence has increasingly been...

India’s $1 Trillion Real Estate Dream Faces a $526 Billion Funding Test

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
As per a report from Brickwork Ratings released on September 1, 2026, the housing market of India is confronted...

US Treasury’s Bessent Faces G20 Diplomacy Test Amid Tariffs, Iran War & Bond Turmoil

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent entered the latest G20 finance meetings facing an unusually crowded diplomatic agenda. Trade disputes,...

Africa Food Systems Forum Opens in Rwanda as Leaders Push for Stronger Food Security

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
The Africa Food Systems Forum 2026 has brought together various individuals. Amongst them are policymakers, farmers, researchers, investors, and...

Promised in Two Years, Unfinished After 15: The Mumbai Redevelopment Nightmare

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
MUMBAI, August 31, 2026 — In a metropolis where having your own property can be one of the most...

El Niño Threatens to Deepen Bangladesh’s Agricultural Challenges as Extreme Weather Disrupts Farming

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Farmers in Bangladesh are facing a significant threat that has been growing. The threat arises from increasingly unpredictable weather,...

Why uncertainty’s the new normal for Australia

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
CommBank Chief Economist Luke Yeaman says that economic shocks are becoming more frequent, although Australian households seem to be...

Cara Delevingne Returns to Topshop with Her First Collection as Creative Lead

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
More than a decade after Cara Delevingne became the first model to front one of the British high-street brand’s...

Sri Lanka Approves Rs 7.5 Billion Loan Scheme to Support Paddy Purchases

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Sri Lanka has approved a Rs. 7.5 billion (US$22.8 million) financial program which is primarily aimed at making sure...

Sri Lanka Approves Rs. 7.5 billion Loan Scheme to Support Paddy Purchases

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Sri Lanka has approved a Rs. 7.5 billion (US$22.8 million) financial program which is primarily aimed at making sure...

The next move on India’s trade chessboard

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Tariffs dominate global trade discussions. India’s expanding FTA network promises wider market access for Indian pharmaceuticals. However, will preferential...

What If Happiness Has an Ocean View? TVNZ’s ‘Coastal Wonders’ Explores the Power of Place

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
AUCKLAND, New Zealand — August 24, 2026 — What if the secret of becoming happier at home is not...

Colombo’s Land Boom Is Cooling—So Why Are Prices Still Rising?

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, August 20, 2026 - The real estate market in Sri Lanka is showing some intriguing signs:...

UK Food Security at Risk as Climate Change Threatens Fruit and Vegetable Imports

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
The United Kingdom's food supply is becoming increasingly vulnerable to climate change as its dependence on imports for fruits...

India’s goods trade deficit hits 6-month high as imports increase amid Middle East conflict

Business Roshan Abayasekara -
India’s merchandise trade deficit (INTRD=ECI) widened more than expected to a 6-month high of USD 31.98 billion in July...

Canada braces for 50% U.S. tariffs, with negotiators still far apart

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Canada braces to face a new round of 50% U.S. tariffs this week. Businesses said it may cause job...

Ghana’s Cocoa Industry Faces a Difficult Season as Production is Set to Fall

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
The cocoa industry in Ghana has been preparing for a difficult year, with production that was expected to decrease...

Can India’s New Trade Pact With SACU Strengthen Its Access to Africa’s Growing Markets?

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
India & the 5-member Southern African Customs Union (SACU) signed Terms of Reference (ToR) on Wednesday, 12 August '26,...

AUKUS Nuclear Submarine Deal Moves Forward as Albanese Secures Trump Backing Despite Tariff Tensions

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Friday, 14 August '26, that the AUKUS defence pact remained full steam...

31 African Countries Need External Food Assistance as Conflict, Climate Shocks, and Economic Pressures Deepen Food Insecurity

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
At least 31 African countries are expected to require external assistance for food due to the current food insecurity...

Three Trophies, One Question: Can Pitch Capital Redefine Trust in Sri Lanka’s Property Market?

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
COLOMBO, August 17, 2026 — In a property arena where trust has as much value as land, Pitch Capital...

Somalia’s Hunger Crisis Deepens as Drought, Conflict and Sharp Aid Cuts Leave Millions at Risk

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Somalia has been undergoing severe challenges in the past few months and years. Amidst these challenges, the primary issues...

Black Mould, No Way Out: The Rental Crisis Trapping Australia’s Young Tenants

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
Gold Coast, Australia – August 14, 2026 – For one young British tenant, the Australian dream of a new...

More Than 15 Million People Face Acute Food Insecurity in Bangladesh

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
In Bangladesh more than 15 million people are currently facing acute levels of food insecurity. According to a new...

When the Hammer Falls Silent: Australia’s House-Auction Culture Enters Uncertain Territory

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
SYDNEY — August 10, 2026—While the weekends have become synonymous with house selling in Australia, it is through the...

Strait of Hormuz Tensions Trigger Surge in U.S. Crude Demand as Empty Supertankers Head to American Ports

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
U.S. imports of Middle Eastern crude oil are set to hit about 600,000 barrels each day during August ’26....

Hunger Crisis Deepens as 13 Global Hotspots Face Rising Food Insecurity

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
While the food security situation is deteriorating in almost all countries day by day, in some of the most...

From Red Carpets to Real Estate Empires: How Australia’s Biggest Stars Are Quietly Building Property Fortunes

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
August 2026 — Across Australia, the entertainment industry's behind-the-scenes glamour is accompanied by a quieter pursuit of wealth through...

Nigeria’s Moove Becomes Africa’s Newest Tech Unicorn After Reaching $2.1 Billion Valuation in Series C Funding

Business & Trade Asanga Divulweva -
Last year, reports reflected that Moove, a vehicle financing startup serving Nigerian drivers & led by British-Nigerian entrepreneur Ladi...

Australian Investors Warned of Market Swings as Companies Reveal Profits Amid Economic Uncertainty

Business Roshan Abayasekara -
Hundreds of Australian enterprises will report their financial results over the coming weeks. On average, analysts forecast 12% growth in...

Mustafa Chike-Obi: Eko Atlantic may surpass Dangote refinery’s contribution to Nigeria’s GDP

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Former chairman of Fidelity Bank, Mustafa Chike-Obi, implied that the Eko Atlantic City may eventually contribute more to Nigeria’s...

Asia Square Tower 2’s $1.9 Billion Sale Signals a New Era for Singapore’s Commercial Real Estate

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
The landmark sale of Asia Square Tower 2 in the second quarter of 2026 feels like another defining moment...

What Does BUA Group’s Port Harcourt Upgrade Mean for Nigeria’s Manufacturing Future?

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
BUA Group is a Nigerian conglomerate headed by Africa’s third-richest billionaire, Abdul Samad Rabiu. The conglomerate is investing USD...

Hong Kong’s Pain, Singapore’s Gain: How a Market Downturn Created a Billion-Dollar Opportunity

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
Singapore-based investors have shown up as the biggest non-local buyers of commercial property in Hong Kong, which is a...

Why Trump’s Latest Tariffs Are Facing Opposition From Australia, Japan, China and Other Trade Partners

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
The United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump’s latest set of tariffs drew immediate objections from America’s trading partners. They...

Uganda Sends Emergency Food Aid as Drought Deepens Hunger Crisis

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Emergency food supplies have been distributed by Uganda in the eastern part of the Karamoja region, as it was...

From Yorkers to Luxury Living: Why Lasith Malinga’s Latest Move Is Turning Heads

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
Colombo, July 27, 2026 — In a combination of popularity and marketing strategy, Odiliya Homes & Residencies has named...

Will NZ’s First AI Data Centre Bring Economic Benefits or Create Environmental Challenges?

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
The planned NZD 3.5 (USD 2.03) billion data centre in the South Island's Makarewa has raised concerns about energy,...

Africa Continues to Face Complex Challenges in Securing Food for All Despite Improvement in Food Security

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Global hunger has declined for the third consecutive year, despite changing weather patterns and market conditions. This fact offers...

UN Warns Hunger Crisis Could Worsen Despite Signs of Global Improvement

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Even though there is, the United Nations has released a new food security report, despite these factors continuing to...

Why Botswana Is Blocking Fresh Produce Imports During Harvest—and Why Farmers Say It Must Continue

Food Security Asanga Divulweva -
With the eastern part of the African continent entering the peak season for the harvest of local crops, the...

Brookfield & CPP Investments Strike USD5.2 Billion Deal for LXP Industrial Trust, Signaling Continued Confidence in Global Logistics Real Estate

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Brookfield Asset Management, besides CPP Investments, has agreed to acquire LXP Industrial Trust in an all-cash transaction valued at...

Kazakhstan Plans Central Asia’s AI Hub With Chinese Investment in Data Centres, Cloud Computing and Smart Cities

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev invited Chinese technology enterprises to expand their presence in Kazakhstan. This was during a roundtable...

FOMO Is Fading: How Australia’s Housing Market Went from a Buying Frenzy to a Waiting Game

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
Australia’s housing system has stopped moving to the beat of panic buying as it used to. Investors rushing to...

China Accelerates Government Infrastructure Spending Plan as Economic Growth Faces Pressure

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Economists and one government adviser predicted that China may stabilise its economic growth during this year. This is by...

SpaceX’s Historic IPO Changed Space Investing Forever — But Can It Meet Investor Expectations?

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
In June ’26, the global space industry entered a historic new chapter. This was when SpaceX executed what became...

Nigeria’s US$500 Million Agriculture Fund Aims to Strengthen Food Systems and Rural Livelihoods

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
A US$500 investment fund meant for agriculture has Nigeria has established a US$500 million investment fund for agriculture. by...

Super El Niño Could Trigger Global Food Price Shock Lasting Until 2028, Economists Warn

Food Security Roshan Abayasekara -
Weather cycles threaten harvests worldwide. This would add to inflation already fuelled by the Iran war. Economists are warning that...

Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Market Size to Reach USD 117.13 Billion by ‘35

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
The global Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) market was valued at USD 36.90 billion a year ago in ’25....

Why Biotechnology Could Be the Next Major Investment Opportunity as Pharma M&A Accelerates

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Biotechnology enterprises are coming out of a previous sector's depressed performance period. Why has the tide changed, and is...

Could Growing More Broccoli on the East Coast Cut Costs and Drought Risks?

Food Security Senuri Vithanage -
A new study says East Coast broccoli farms can help the country. They can lower costs and they can...

Gulf Tensions Raise Fresh Fears Over Global Food Security and Fertilizer Supplies

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
The vulnerability of the global food systems The escalating tensions in the Gulf have exposed the vulnerability of global...

One Adelaide Development Could Rewrite the Rules of Renting

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
South Australia is set to transform the future of living in cities. The State is going to unveil the...

Global Study Reveals Teens Are Skipping Healthy Plant-Based Diets—Here’s Why It Matters

Food Security Senuri Vithanage -
Fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans, and legumes are beneficial for everyone. They matter even more for kids as they...

African Energy Week 2026 Highlights Nigeria’s AI Infrastructure Drive

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
At African Energy Week (AEW) 2026, the growing ambitions of Nigeria to become a leading hub for artificial intelligence...

El Niño Threatens Asia’s Harvests as Heat and Drought Intensify

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Farmers throughout Asia have been facing increased uncertainties due to rising temperatures and dry weather linked to the developing...

Northern Nigeria Faces Worst Hunger Crisis in Nearly a Decade

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Millions of people in northern Nigeria currently face struggles that some can't even comprehend. The primary struggle they face...

Can the AI Boom Protect Global Manufacturing from War and Inflation Pressures?

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Eurozone manufacturing output closed out its best quarter since early ’22 last month. This was as U.S. factory activity...

From Seoul to Singapore: PieCo’s Bold Plan to Turn Korean Real Estate into a Global Investment Asset

Real Estate Asanga Divulweva -
As of July 6, 2026, PieCo—the residential real estate (STO) tokenized platform—has initiated their largest project to date by...

World Bank Approves $1.1 Billion Emergency Funding for Bangladesh

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
The World Bank approved an emergency financing package worth US $1.1 billion to help safeguard Bangladesh’s food security and...

India-UK CETA 2026: Transformative Deal to Drive Trade Growth, Research Ties & Skilled Mobility

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
The upcoming implementation of the landmark India-United Kingdom trade agreement on Tuesday, 15 July '26, is being hailed as...

Is the U.S.–India Bilateral Trade Pact Finally Near Completion After Years of Negotiations?

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
India and the United States (U.S.) are making remarkable progress toward finalising the initial tranche of a long-awaited bilateral...

The Tea in Kombucha Does More Than You Think

Food Security Senuri Vithanage -
Kombucha has become one of the most popular fermented drinks recently. People around the world enjoy it for its...

Kenya nears U.S. critical minerals deal

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Kenya is close to signing a critical minerals agreement with the United States that would allow rare earth elements...