... Australian coal reached approximately $113 per ton—the highest since the beginning of the year—while South African coal was trading around $94 per ton. The price increase is fueled by robust demand from power plants in Asian countries (China, India, Vietnam, etc.), where economic growth necessitates reliable energy sources. Despite global decarbonization goals, many nations find themselves compelled to increase coal combustion in the short term to ensure stable electricity supply. The United States ...

... average price of Australian coal reached ~$113 per ton—the highest since the beginning of the year—while South African coal traded around $94 per ton. The price increase is fueled by steady demand from power plants in countries like China, India, and Vietnam, where economic growth requires reliable energy sources. Despite global decarbonization goals, many states find themselves compelled in the short term to increase coal burning to ensure stable electricity generation. The United States is experiencing ...

... Silicon Valley and London are expanding their presence in India, financing not only late-stage startups but also early ventures with global ambitions. Southeast Asia is forming a new wave of tech giants: in ASEAN countries (such as Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, etc.), the number of rounds in the tens and hundreds of millions is growing, and some local companies are already going public at home, showcasing the maturity of their ecosystems. Even Africa is setting its own records: the continent's largest ...

..., with people resting for several days, and many traveling. China, as a country with long-standing communist traditions, celebrates this day on a large scale—with parades, ceremonial meetings, and entertainment for workers. Other Asian countries—Vietnam, India, Indonesia—also observe International Workers' Day, frequently organizing rallies and celebrations. Latin America widely celebrates May 1st, as the labor movement there has historically been strong. In countries like Brazil, Argentina,...

... in startups and building their own infrastructure for technology development — from local accelerators to massive hedge funds focused on tech investments. In Southeast and South Asia, there is a surge in entrepreneurial activity: India, Indonesia, Vietnam, and other countries in the region are witnessing growth in late rounds and upcoming IPOs, reflecting the dynamics of their rapidly developing digital economies. Just in recent weeks, several Indian startups closed funding rounds in the tens and ...