BEIJING (Reuters) - Activity in China’s services sector expanded at a faster pace in September, official data showed on Wednesday, as demand across the economy continues to recover from a coronavirus-induced slump.

WASHINGTON/SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Asian shares slipped and the dollar was under pressure on Wednesday in the lead up to the first U.S. presidential debate, as financial markets looked to take a measure of both candidates.

TOKYO (Reuters) - Oil prices fell for a second day on Wednesday, extending big losses from the previous session amid rising concerns about fuel demand as the coronavirus pandemic worsens.

A RM20 million fund for automation and green technology has been allocated to encourage local rubber industry members to move towards automation and IR4.0, as well as renewable energy resources.

BEIJING (Reuters) - China’s factory activity likely expanded at a slightly faster pace in September, a Reuters poll showed on Monday, as the economy extends a steady recovery from the coronavirus crisis.

(Reuters) - Asian markets largely opened higher on Tuesday, building on newfound momentum after bargain hunters helped a recovery in U.S. markets in the wake of last week’s selloff.