Economy

Core inflation could hit 1.7% this year

It will likely hover around 2% in 2H17 and 1Q18.

Malaysia's GDP grows 5.6% in 1Q17

Thanks to private consumption’s upside surprise.

Chart of the Day: Semiconductor demand drives manufacturing output in Q1

But pick up in manufacturing output is not broad-based.

Singapore exports are down, but not just because of pharma

The decline was primarily driven by the downturn in China demand.

Singapore's April consumer prices to creep up 0.7%

Inflation is likely to reflect a 1.3 growth.

Are Singapore's weak April exports numbers just a temporary blip?

Export and manufacturing continue to be supported for 3% GDP growth.

Singapore firms to focus on local investments and hold off on foreign ventures

They are concerned over political and economic uncertainties overseas.

Singapore NODX slips 0.7% in April

This came after five consecutive months of growth.

What the court ruling on EU-Singapore pact means for the UK

Singapore and EU have been negotiating their free trade agreement since 2010.

Chart of the Day: Electronics PMI eases slightly in April

The index was at 51.6 at the end of the month.