Weekend Read: 22 August 2026
The week's longer pieces on Asia's economy: 5 stories worth reading slowly.
OPEC, IEA Trim Oil Demand Forecasts; Crude Prices Fall on US Inventories
Global crude oil prices fell over 2% last Thursday. Major forecasters OPEC and the IEA both reduced their 2026 demand projections. A significant increase in US crude inventories also pressured prices, while Middle East supply risks limited deeper declines.
Industries · 2 min read
Thai Merchants Petition TCCT Over E-Commerce Platform Fees, Logistics Limits
Thai online retailers have asked the Trade Competition Commission of Thailand (TCCT) to investigate major e-commerce platforms. Merchants allege anti-competitive actions, including rising fees and restricted logistics choices.
Industries · 2 min read
Thailand Reviews Four Strategies for Net-Zero Energy Plan by 2050
Thailand's government is evaluating four energy management strategies. These aim to guide the country towards net-zero emissions by 2050 and stabilise long-term electricity prices. A new Power Development Plan (PDP) will outline these efforts.
Industries · 2 min read
Ant International FalconTST 2.0 AI Boosts FX Hedging for Barclays, Citi, Deutsche Bank, Standard Chartered
Ant International's FalconTST 2.0 artificial intelligence model now powers foreign exchange forecasting for four global banks. The system aims to improve cross-border payment risk management.
Banking & Fintech · 2 min read
Hao Mart Affiliate Sues OG Over Taste Orchard Lease Termination
A company tied to Hao Mart's chairman is suing department store operator OG for alleged forced eviction from Singapore's Taste Orchard retail space before its lease expired.
Industries · 2 min read
These are the week's longer pieces, the ones worth the extra ten minutes when the trading day is not moving. Each was reported and checked when it ran; nothing here has been rewritten for the weekend.
This article is journalism, not investment advice; consult a licensed professional before making financial decisions. Market data is indicative, may be delayed, and should be verified with your broker or exchange before use.
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