Economic Times

China is expanding battery-swapping technology for electric heavy trucks, with companies like CATL building swap stations that let drivers replace a depleted battery in minutes instead of waiting to charge. Supporters say the approach could resolve range and charging-time concerns for freight, a segment where electrification has lagged. Observers are debating whether the model is practical and economical outside China.

Grand Theft Auto VI's pre-download opens on November 10, with reports confirming a large file size ahead of launch. The game's release is already having real-world effects: US productivity is expected to dip, and paid time off requests are reportedly surging as players plan around the date. Meanwhile, industry figures, including the Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 lead, say they hope GTA 6 will pave the way for other studios to raise game prices.

Reports circulating online claim that one of Donald Trump's top economic advisors is preparing to step down from the administration. The news has drawn heavy attention, generating hundreds of thousands of reactions within hours. Commentators are speculating about who may be leaving and what the departure would mean for the administration's economic policy at a sensitive time. No official confirmation of the resignation has been issued so far.

Attention is on Samurai Japan's training camp in Miyazaki, where infielder Koki Yamaguchi of the Hanshin Tigers is among the players taking part. Reports from the area say the camp has lifted restaurant sales to 1.5 times normal levels, while hotels and car rental firms have seen little of the same benefit, sparking discussion about how unevenly the economic effect spreads across local businesses.

Indians are checking daily gold and silver prices, with the Economic Times reporting current rates for 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k jewellery, including prices from major jewellers like Malabar Gold. Interest in precious metal rates remains high as buyers track prices for jewellery purchases and investment decisions.

Wall Street had a rocky week, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average and broader indexes swinging between gains and losses. Rising oil prices pushed stocks lower in several sessions, while strong corporate profits and a retreat in crude helped markets recover at times. Tech shares dipped and rebounded as investors weighed AI-related jitters, and attention now turns to Apple's quarterly report and the start of earnings season alongside upcoming economic data.

Japan's interest rates are climbing, and the Financial Times examines what that means for the country's younger generation. The report asks whether young people will lose out as borrowing costs rise after years of near-zero rates, a shift with wide implications for mortgages, jobs and savings in Japan.

Bitcoin is trading near $80,000, with Ethereum at about $2,370, as investors weigh macroeconomic uncertainty and weak institutional inflows into crypto markets. Economic Times coverage notes neither major token is finding a clear direction, with traders hesitant to take large positions. Market watchers are watching US economic signals and fund flows for clues on the next move.

Latvia's central bank, Latvijas Banka, will hold a discussion in November focused on what it calls the 'new geopolitical reality'. Details of the event, including participants and agenda, were not provided beyond the announcement. The topic reflects the banking sector's response to shifting security and economic conditions in the Baltic region, a theme of growing concern for Latvia and its neighbors.

Vietnamese automaker VinFast has cut the price of its VF MPV 7 seven-seater in India by around Rs 4.1 lakh, bringing it down to about Rs 20.39 lakh. The sharp discount, reported by Economic Times, RushLane and Cartoq, makes the electric MPV significantly more affordable and could spark interest among family-car buyers in the Indian market.

Indian readers are checking daily horoscope features across major outlets. The Times of India is highlighting a Tarot Card of the Day reading centred on The Hermit and a Mercury-Sun alignment, while Deccan Herald is publishing daily forecasts for all sun signs. The Economic Times is running weekly guidance for Pisces, urging readers to manage financial commitments, career pressure and emotional stress alongside their astrology coverage.

A seminar series is being held to help agricultural lenders better understand the current state of the farm economy. The sessions aim to give lenders insight into conditions facing farmers, such as income pressures and credit needs, so they can make better-informed lending decisions. Interest in such programs reflects ongoing concern about farm profitability and financial stress in rural communities.

New York Times feature explores how urban teenagers are running side hustles, examining the creative ways city teens earn money beyond traditional jobs. The piece highlights how young people in cities juggle school with small-scale enterprises, reflecting a broader trend of teen entrepreneurship.

Former Spanish industry minister Reyes Maroto is being searched again in Spain. Renewed interest in her name comes as Spanish media revisit the government's economic record, including criticism from outlets such as Libertad Digital that Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez rolled out the red carpet for BlackRock and investment funds during Maroto's time in cabinet.

Typhoon Champi is strengthening as it approaches Taiwan, expected to reach peak intensity tomorrow, according to Economic Daily News. Sea and land warning announcement times have been revealed, prompting widespread attention on weather conditions across the island as residents prepare for the storm's impact.

Weather is dominating talk in the region: southern and south-central Vietnam face thunderstorms, with official warnings of tornadoes at sea. At the same time, a so-called 'Godzilla El Nino' is being blamed for fuelling inflation across Asia, linking extreme weather to economic disruption.

Investors in India are tracking Mahindra & Mahindra's share price, with financial media such as The Economic Times providing live highlights and stock price history for the automaker. The company, commonly referred to as M&M, remains a widely followed name on Indian markets, and searches for its current price and past performance have picked up among retail investors checking recent movement.

Yahoo Finance Singapore continues to serve as a leading source of live stock quotes, business updates and financial news for investors in Southeast Asia. Readers rely on the platform for real-time market data and coverage of regional and global economic developments, making it a regular destination for traders and business watchers tracking market movements.

Investors are tracking a busy stretch of corporate earnings announcements, with companies across global markets preparing to report their latest quarterly results. A published earnings calendar is helping traders and analysts plan which firms report on which days, as markets watch revenue and outlook guidance closely during a period of heightened economic uncertainty.