China's services activity expanded at its slowest pace in five months in November, as growth in new orders softened despite a boost from foreign demand, according to a private survey released on Wednesday.
China Passenger Car Association Secretary-General Cui Dongshu shared that China’s global market share of auto sales reached 38% in October 2025. The Middle Kingdom continues to solidify its position as international car brands experienced an overall decline.
India's top carmakers reported robust sales growth to dealers in November on Monday, boosted by an earlier tax reduction that lowered vehicle prices and spurred demand.
Japan's services sector activity continued its steady growth in November, driven by a faster rise in new orders and increased business confidence, a private-sector survey showed on Wednesday.
Consumer price inflation in the eurozone rose marginally in November, but remained marginally above the European Central Bank’s medium-term target, suggesting that interest rates will remain on hold for the foreseeable future.
Recent updates from ANRPC member countries indicate that global natural rubber (NR) production is projected to rise modestly by 1.3% in 2025 compared to 2024, following a downward revision of Indonesia’s production as referred to the last publication. Concurrently, NR demand is expected to grow by 0.,8% in 2025, driven by an upward revision of Indonesia’s consumption base as referred to the last publication. Market sentiments were mixed, showing some signs of improvement in the tire trade in specific markets.
Source : ANRPC