New-vehicle prices in the United States rose in November, continuing a slow, steady increase that has persisted for more than a year, according to Kelley Blue Book. The average transaction price (ATP) reached $49,814, up 1.3% from a year earlier and mostly unchanged from October’s $49,760. Prices are expected to rise in December, when higher-end models typically dominate sales.
Natural Rubber (NR) production increased by 11.4 per cent in October 2025 (29,673 tonnes) as compared to September 2025 (26,647 tonnes). Year-on-year comparison showed that the production of NR decreased by 22.7 per cent (October 2024: 38,400 tonnes). Production of NR in October 2025 for Malaysia was mainly contributed by smallholders sector (86.5%) as compared to estates sector (13.5%).
European firms are accelerating efforts to diversify away from Chinese supply chains as Beijing’s self-reliance drive and export controls deepen global trade uncertainty, the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China said on Wednesday.
China's annual consumer inflation accelerated to a 21-month peak in November, mainly driven by food prices, while factory-gate deflation deepened, with underlying trends suggesting domestic demand remains weak and unlikely to recover in the near term.
Asian stocks retreated on Wednesday amid growing caution over an upcoming U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate decision, with Chinese shares pressured by signs of continued deflation in the country.
Global trade is set to grow by about 7% this year and is on track to exceed a record $35 trillion, the UN Trade and Development Agency said on Tuesday.