Deal Nears on Canada-US Trade Pact Amid Global Economic Upsurge

A potential deal between Canada and the US is reportedly nearing completion, according to the Canadian Minister in charge of US trade ties.

Samsung plans to announce a new shareholder return package worth up to $79 billion this Friday. The move could help the company regain its top position in the smartphone market.

The South Korean economy showed continued strength in August, with exports rising 61.5% year-over-year despite slowing down from July's pace of around 63%.

In China, new-home sales are recovering in core cities such as Shanghai and Beijing due to recent easing measures. Additionally, Shanghai is implementing policies to speed up the purchase of second-hand homes for affordable rental housing.