Hyundai Motor aims for China to represent 9% of its global sales by 2030, despite ongoing supply chain issues. CEO José Muñoz expressed confidence in expanding in China, speaking at the Beijing Auto Show. The company’s strategic focus on the Chinese market reflects its long-term growth plans amid global disruptions.
US and Iran are at a standstill as talks to end their conflict, which has caused thousands of deaths and increased energy prices, approach two weeks. The standoff follows a messaging blitz from Trump, complicating efforts to resume negotiations. The ongoing tension continues to impact regional stability and global energy markets.
Volkswagen is intensifying its China strategy by partnering with local EV makers like Xpeng, aiming to localize manufacturing and R&D. This move responds to China's shift toward innovation and replacement buyers, as the company seeks to stay competitive amid rising competition and a prolonged price war in the auto market.
Adam Levinson of Graticule Asset Management Asia highlighted potential Iran outcomes and the AI rally, emphasizing that now is the time to buy the dip to capitalize on what he calls the greatest hardware cycle of all time. The discussion took place on April 24, 2026, during an Insight interview with Haslinda Amin.
Pistachio prices have hit multi-year highs due to supply constraints from Iran. South Africa’s Karoo region is now entering the market, with local farmers aiming to establish a foothold in a sector traditionally controlled by a few major producers. The surge reflects ongoing supply disruptions and increased global demand for pistachios.
South African pistachio farmers are increasing production after a price surge, according to Karoo Pistachios. The move aims to capitalize on higher prices and compete with major global producers. The price shock has prompted local farmers to boost output, reflecting a strategic response to market dynamics in the macro-finance sector.
KKR & Co. and Capital Group announced plans to launch a public-private credit fund in Asia this year, aiming to attract retail investors. This partnership marks a strategic move by private-markets firms and traditional asset managers to expand their presence in the region’s credit markets. The fund's launch is part of broader efforts to increase retail participation in alternative investments.
