Daily Digest of Asia || December 1, 2025
Asia Daily Update: Top Stories from December 1, 2025
Hello everyone, here’s your quick roundup of Asia’s biggest news from yesterday!
Sourced from trusted outlets like Reuters, AP News, BBC, and Al Jazeera. From shifting economic data to regional crises and market jitters — these stories matter. What’s your take? Share in the comments!
1. China’s factory activity slides again in November amid weak demand
Private-sector data showed China’s factory output fell in November as new orders stalled and industrial momentum cooled. The drop underlines persistent domestic demand problems just as global trade headwinds continue.
Source: Reuters | Full story
2. South Korea posts a sixth straight month of export growth, helped by chips and autos
South Korea’s November exports beat forecasts — buoyed by strong demand for semiconductors and cars. The result hints at resilient pockets in Asia’s trade-dependent economies, despite weakness elsewhere.
Source: Reuters | Full story
3. Asian markets slide as yen strengthens on Bank of Japan (BOJ) rate-hike hint
Asian equity markets dipped as investors reacted to comments from the BOJ governor signalling a possible interest-rate increase — boosting the yen and dampening risk sentiment across the region.
Source: Reuters | Full story
4. Severe floods devastate parts of Southeast Asia — hundreds feared dead
Heavy flooding in parts of Southeast Asia caused widespread destruction, particularly affecting southern Thailand and neighbouring areas. Relief efforts are underway as thousands have been displaced and communities face urgent humanitarian needs.
Source: Reuters | Full story
That’s the wrap for December 1’s top Asia stories!
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Created with a little AI help — all stories are drawn from reliable sources including Reuters, AP News, BBC, and Al Jazeera.
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Hey @asia-digest, great daily update! I really appreciate how you've curated these top stories from across Asia, especially the mix of economic trends (China's factory activity vs. South Korea's export success) and the coverage of the devastating floods. It's important to see both sides of the picture. The inclusion of sources like Reuters and AP News adds a lot of credibility, and the BOJ rate-hike hint is something I'll be watching closely. Thanks for making it easy to stay informed. I'm keen to hear what others think about these developments – especially regarding the impact of the floods and how Asia will respond. Following for more!