Asia

Indonesia inflation to bounce back to 4.7%

Blame it on fuel, electricity subsidies.

Japan unveils fresh fiscal stimulus

0.1% GDP stimulus "larger-than-expected," says BBVA.

Vietnam's inflation rockets to a depressing 7%

Looks like its aggressive monetary easing isn't very effective.

China's HSBC flash PMI inched higher to 49.1

Thanks to production's and new orders sub-indexes' improvements.

25bps cut in overnight borrowing rate looms over Philippines

It's a 'logical move' to ascertain competitiveness in the country's export segment.

Thailand exports edged up a measly 0.2%

But still, economy is thankful to a 58% jump in jewelry shipments.

RMB gaining traction as global trade and investment currency

HSBC survey shows Chinese corporates increasingly prefer RMB for trading and investing.

Philippine economy eyes 6-7% growth in 2013

Central Bank's deputy governor said they may be room for policy stimulus.

Indonesia gets go-ahead for 2013 budget

The budget signals possible adjustments in fuel and electricity subsidies.

Malaysia must hurdle debt-to-GDP ratio woes

Trade Minister warned that it should not exceed the 55% ceiling mark.

Vietnam to miss 5.2% economic growth target

A government official warned that slow exports and constrained domestic consumption will continue.

Bank of Thailand kicks off new rules to 'protect' currency

Companies will be listed in the local stock market to purchase overseas securities and derivatives.

Japan's exports tumble 10.3%

Blame it on exports to China decling by 14.1% and the recent diplomatic spat between the two.