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Asian markets extend losses as Trump fears build
Asian markets extend losses as Trump fears build
Economy
By AFP

Asian markets fell again Wednesday as traders fret over the impact of Donald Trump's presidency on the Chinese and global economies, with fears that his policies could also reignite US inflation. After an initial rally in the wake of the tycoon regaining the White House, Asian markets have pulled back this week as his cabinet begins to emerge.

Trump presidency raises fresh conflict of interest concerns
Trump presidency raises fresh conflict of interest concerns
Economy
By AFP

Donald Trump's impending White House return poses questions once again about conflicts of interest related to his business empire, with new cryptocurrency and other ventures raising fresh concerns. After he left the White House, Trump made himself a co-administrator of the trust.

Aga Khan emerald fetches record $9 mn in Geneva auction
Aga Khan emerald fetches record $9 mn in Geneva auction
Economy
By AFP

A rare square 37-carat emerald owned by the Aga Khan fetched nearly nine million dollars at auction in Geneva on Tuesday, making it the world's most expensive green stone. Also set with diamonds, the previous record-holder fetched $6.5 million at an auction of part of Hollywood legend Elizabeth Taylor's renowned jewellery collection in New York. vog/sbk/ach