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Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia Edition

Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia Edition

Bloomberg 1806 Episodes Aug 21, 2026

Listen for business and finance news centered in the Asia-Pacific region. Host Doug Krizner brings you insight and analysis on the day's top stories from China, India, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia and more.

Episodes

Daybreak Weekend: Jackson Hole, France Conference, Tokyo CPI
Daybreak Weekend: Jackson Hole, France Conference, Tokyo CPI Aug 21, 2026 2321 Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s speech in Jackson Hole and earnings from chip giant, Nvidia. In the UK – a look ahead to a key meeting of French business leaders as they count down to a pivotal Presidential election. In Asia – a loo
'Bessent Put' Relief Fades, Alibaba Earnings
'Bessent Put' Relief Fades, Alibaba Earnings Aug 21, 2026 1269 Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific. Asian bonds declined and the dollar remained under pressure after a rally in Treasuries faded, with investors betting that US efforts to contain long-term borrowing costs through buybacks may offer only a temporary reprieve. We speak to David Finnerty, Bloomberg's FX and Rates Strategist. And - Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.'s profit plunged more than 7
Treasury Boosts Debt Buyback, Bonnie Chan on Asia IPO Pipeline
Treasury Boosts Debt Buyback, Bonnie Chan on Asia IPO Pipeline Aug 20, 2026 1051 Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific. Asian bonds and stocks gained as US plans to buy back longer-dated Treasuries to curb borrowing costs buoyed sentiment. The dollar steadied after sliding to a three-month low. We speak to Lianting Tu, Bloomberg's Managing Editor for Asia Equities. And - Initial public offering pipeline remains strong with close to 10 international companies from reg
Chip Selloff Extends to Asia, Pony AI Robotaxi Revenue Reaches Record
Chip Selloff Extends to Asia, Pony AI Robotaxi Revenue Reaches Record Aug 19, 2026 1214 Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific. Asian stocks dropped as a semiconductor selloff deepened, with investors retreating from one of the year's hottest trades amid elevated bond yields and geopolitical uncertainty. MSCI's Asia Pacific equities benchmark slid 2%, with South Korean shares dropping 5.5%. Chip bellwethers Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc. both declined over 7%, tra
Mideast Risk Hits Stocks, BHP Profit Jumps
Mideast Risk Hits Stocks, BHP Profit Jumps Aug 18, 2026 1152 Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific. Asian bonds followed Treasuries lower as concerns over government finances mounted, while higher oil prices added to fears that inflation will quicken. Treasury 30-year yields rose to 5.32%, a level last seen in June 2007. Oil prices advanced as prospects for peace in the Middle East dimmed, reviving concern that prolonged geopolitical tensions will
Effects of Slow Growth on the Bank of Japan, China's AI Race
Effects of Slow Growth on the Bank of Japan, China's AI Race Aug 17, 2026 1061 Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific. Japan saw economic growth slow down unexpectedly in the second quarter with Real GDP growing at an annual rate of only 1.1%. The weakness reflects a slump in capital spending, given uncertainties stemming from the conflict in the Middle East. This potentially complicates the Bank of Japan's policy communications as it weighs the timing of its next r
Daybreak Weekend: US Housing, Europe Data, Yen Intervention
Daybreak Weekend: US Housing, Europe Data, Yen Intervention Aug 14, 2026 2352 Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to S housing data, along with a focus on 3 stocks for the week ahead. In the UK – a look ahead to Europe inflation and PMI data. In Asia – a look ahead to why the persistent weakness of the yen is a troubling issue for Japan’s
APAC Stocks Rise as US Inflation, Tech Spur Gains
APAC Stocks Rise as US Inflation, Tech Spur Gains Aug 14, 2026 1257 Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific.Asian stocks rose, adding to a fourth week of gains, as moderating US inflation reinforced bets that the Federal Reserve will refrain from raising interest rates next month. Technology stocks extended their rebound. In Asia, the yen remained within striking distance of 160 per dollar, even after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s government was sa
Stocks Rise, Fed Hike Bets Ease After Tame US CPI
Stocks Rise, Fed Hike Bets Ease After Tame US CPI Aug 13, 2026 1068 Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific. Asian stocks rose as technology shares rallied and a subdued US inflation report eased concerns about an imminent interest-rate hike by the Federal Reserve. Brent crude snapped a six-day rally, while attention was also on the yen as it traded around the key level of 160 per dollar, keeping investors on the lookout for more intervention by officials
Oil Gains Before US CPI, Asian Tech Stocks Rise
Oil Gains Before US CPI, Asian Tech Stocks Rise Aug 12, 2026 1007 Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific.  Sentiment toward technology remained buoyant, with CoreWeave Inc. surging 16% in extended trading after booming artificial intelligence spending drove stronger-than-expected sales growth. Super Micro Computer Inc. rallied 7.6% in the post market after its revenue forecast topped estimates. The robust tech earnings helped MSCI’s Asia Paci
Yen in Focus After Weakening; Wall Street's $500B Nvidia Deal
Yen in Focus After Weakening; Wall Street's $500B Nvidia Deal Aug 11, 2026 988 Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific.Early focus in Asia is on the yen after the currency weakened 1% on Monday, erasing about half of its recent intervention-led rally. The move is psychologically significant for traders, who remain on alert for further official support. The yen was slightly stronger in early Tuesday trading at about 159.10 per dollar. We discuss with David Savage, Blo
Oil Advances as Iran Deal Eludes, Eco Week Ahead
Oil Advances as Iran Deal Eludes, Eco Week Ahead Aug 10, 2026 909 Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific. Oil extended its recent gains as Iran rejected talks with the US and a deal to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz remained elusive. Treasuries declined. Meanwhile, a gauge of Asian stocks rose 0.4%, with gains for South Korean and Japanese chipmakers. The Kospi Index climbed as much as 2% before trimming its advance, with SK Hynix Inc. and Samsung El

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