US Lukoil gas station owners left in limbo over Russia sanctions

The People’s Bank of China cautioned against a rapid appreciation of the currency which hovered just shy of the psychologically key 7-per-dollar level.

Exports rose 1.6% month-on-month during the first 25 days of December, according to Intertek Testing Services.

Shanghai stocks took a breather on Friday as profit-taking pressure grew, but analysts expect the upward trend to continue, aided by a strengthening yuan.

Some of the world’s biggest beverage firms are facing dwindling water supplies while navigating strict government rules and local grievances.

This intraday resilience suggests that underlying demand remains intact despite thin holiday liquidity, says analyst.

Exports rose 1.6% month-on-month during the first 25 days of December, according to Intertek Testing Services.

Malaysian Employers Federation president Syed Hussain Syed Husman calls for government policies that align labour reforms with economic realities.

The main index edges down 2.88 points to 1,675.43 from Wednesday’s close of 1,678.31.