1. AMRO raises its inflation forecast for the ASEAN+3 region.
In its latest regional economic outlook report, the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) raised its inflation forecast for the ASEAN+3 region (comprising ASEAN, China, Japan and South Korea) in 2026 from 1.4% to 1.8%, reflecting the prolonged disruption caused by the conflict in the Middle East.
2. Samsung Electronics rises to 9th place in the world in terms of market capitalization.
On June 2, Samsung Electronics (South Korea) overtook Tesla and Meta Platforms to become the world’s ninth-largest publicly traded company by market capitalization, thanks to a sharp rise in its stock amid continued growth in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector.
3. The United States adjusts tariffs on imported steel, aluminum and copper.
On June 1, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order amending Section 232, which imposes national security tariffs on certain imported aluminum, steel and copper products. This decision aims to stimulate short-term investments and rebuild the industrial base of the world’s largest economy.
4. Europe is working to reposition itself in the global chip supply chain.
According to the Chips Act 2.0 bill, the European Union (EU) is preparing for a major turning point in its semiconductor strategy. Instead of favoring the establishment of factories of large foreign companies as before, the bloc is now focusing on the development of domestic demand, in particular by encouraging member states to favor the purchase of chips from young local companies.
5. Conflicts in the Middle East are changing the regional aviation map.
In May 2026, the Syrian Civil Aviation Directorate recorded nearly 12,000 transit flights as regional airlines diverted their flights as a precaution to avoid conflict-affected areas in Iran. Previously, Syrian airspace was considered a dangerous zone throughout the fourteen years of civil war.
6. Anthropic prepares to go public, intensifying the AI race.
On June 1, AI technology company Anthropic announced that it had filed for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States, marking a major turning point for the AI craze on Wall Street.
7. Sales of electric vehicles have reached record levels in 37 countries as consumers turn away from gasoline-powered cars.
Sales of electric vehicles reached monthly record levels in March or April (depending on country) in 37 countries, as soaring fuel prices due to conflicts in the Middle East prompted consumers to turn to vehicles with lower running costs.
8. L’ère de l’IA abordable est révolue.
According to the French daily La Tribune, the era of subsidized AI – where providers agreed to sell their services at a loss to attract users – is coming to an end. To offset the considerable operating costs of AI models and associated infrastructure, leading technology companies have begun to adjust their pricing based on actual usage.
9. China adjusts its rental housing policy.
According to the “Green Paper on the Development of Long-Term Rental Markets in Chinese Cities 2026”, China’s rental market is undergoing structural changes, with families returning to the rental market, which is driving demand for long-term rentals and improved housing.
10. The global chip market could see record growth in 2026.
The World Semiconductor Trade Statistics (WSTS) forecast on June 2 that the global semiconductor market is expected to grow 89.9% in 2026 from the previous year, reaching a record high of $1.51 trillion, driven by massive investments from companies around the world amid demand. growing use of artificial intelligence (AI).
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